The Search for Santa Paws

The Search is On!

2010 • 89 min • Family · Adventure · Fantasy

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Synopsis

When Santa and his new best friend, Paws, discover that the boys and girls of the world have lost the spirit of the season, they take a trip to New York City. But after Santa loses his memory, it's up to Paws, a faithful orphan named Quinn, her new friend Will, and a wonderful group of magical talking dogs to save St. Nick and show the world what Christmas is really all about.

Our family guide

Best from age 5

Movie Knight Score

233 reviews

63 Audience · 233 · 100%

When Santa loses his memory in New York City, it's up to his magical dog Paws, an orphan girl, and some talking dogs to reignite the Christmas spirit. This heartwarming tale reminds us about believing and giving.

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

Heads up

A child briefly feels alone and sad
Santa loses his memory for a time

What it models well

Kindness and generosity
Importance of belief
Teamwork and friendship
Helping others in need

Talk about it after

What does it mean to have the Christmas spirit?
How can we help people who are sad or lonely?
Why is being kind to animals important?

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