Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer

2000 • 51 min • Animation · Family · Comedy · Fantasy · TV Movie

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Synopsis

When his beloved Grandma appears to be missing on Christmas Eve, young Jake Spankenheimer goes on the misadventure of a lifetime to try and prove that Santa Claus is indeed real. With his spirit, smarts and determination, Jake must outmaneuver his greedy and curvaceous Cousin Mel and the all-powerful businessman Austin Bucks to the disbelief of his doting parents, rebellious sister and goofy Grandpa. All the while, it is up to Jake to save Santa from his fretful fate in this colorful Christmas mystery.

Our family guide

Best from age 5

Movie Knight Score

49 reviews

57 Audience · 49 · 100%

Young Jake embarks on a Christmas Eve adventure to find his missing Grandma and prove Santa is real. He must outsmart his greedy cousin and a powerful businessman to save Christmas. This animated musical brings the classic holiday song to life with humor and festive spirit.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Some cartoon slapstick moments
Grandma is missing for a time
A greedy relative tries to exploit the situation
Santa is briefly in legal trouble

What it models well

Holiday spirit and generosity
Family unity
Determination and cleverness
Believing in magic

Talk about it after

The true meaning of Christmas
Dealing with greed and selfishness
Importance of family, even when difficult
Standing up for what you believe

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