A Boy Called Christmas poster

A Boy Called Christmas (2021)

Film · 1h 44m · Rated PG

Adventure, Family, Fantasy

A young boy's whimsical adventure to the snowy north unfolds with heartwarming charm and wholesome humor.

Uplifting and cozy. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Streaming on Netflix.

A Boy Called Christmas parents guide

Nothing past what a PG promises: no swearing and nothing scary.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
A couple
One or two sudden jolts.
Gore
No gore
Violence
Some violence
Some fighting or peril.
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
None noted

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What is A Boy Called Christmas about?

An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible…

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

Yes. It lands on a happy note.

Cast and crew

Directed byGil Kenan
StarringHenry Lawfull, Michiel Huisman, Stephen Merchant, Maggie Smith, Sally Hawkins, Jim Broadbent

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