Secret Santa
Secret Santa

Secret Santa

2018Movie89 minEnglish

An unknown assailant spikes a family's Christmas punch with a military-grade drug, leaving them fighting to survive the night.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Adam ShankmanGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A single dad and his two kids get stranded in a small town during the holidays and discover a unique "Secret Santa" tradition that helps them find the Christmas spirit. He unexpectedly finds himself falling for a local single mom, while his kids also forge new connections.

Critical Reception

Secret Santa was primarily a television movie aimed at a family audience, receiving a generally positive but unremarkable reception. Critics noted its heartwarming holiday themes and predictable plotlines, making it a standard offering for seasonal viewing.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming, if predictable, holiday romance.
  • Delivers a dose of Christmas cheer with a focus on family and connection.
  • Offers a feel-good story perfect for the holiday season.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Secret Santa' often highlight its sweet, feel-good nature and its suitability as a family-friendly Christmas movie. Viewers appreciated the heartwarming story and the romantic elements, finding it a pleasant way to spend a holiday evening, though some found it to be a typical made-for-TV movie.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the "25 Days of Christmas" programming event on Freeform.

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