Fred Claus 2007
“Everybody has that one relative who can't help but cause problems over the holidays. Even Santa.”
What is Fred Claus?
Fred Claus is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 9, 2007
- Studios
- Jessie Nelson Productions, Silver Pictures, David Dobkin Productions
- Genres
- Action, Comedy, Drama
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Overview
Fred Claus is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Jessie Nelson Productions, Silver Pictures, David Dobkin Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A forgotten brother races to save Christmas and mend his bond with Santa.”
- Vince Vaughn’s energetic lead performance
- Humorous sibling rivalry at the heart of the story
- Festive holiday setting with action and drama elements
- Rated PG, the film avoids darker holiday themes
Watch it if you enjoy a lighthearted holiday comedy about sibling rivalry.
The film is suitable for general audiences, offering mild comedy and a festive tone.
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What is the main conflict in Fred Claus?
Fred, Santa’s estranged brother, must reconcile with him while helping to save Christmas from an efficiency expert’s threat.
Who portrays Fred and Santa in the film?
Vince Vaughn plays Fred Claus and Paul Giamatti plays Santa Claus.
When was Fred Claus released in the United States?
The film was released in the United States on November 9, 2007.
What is the film’s MPAA rating?
Fred Claus is rated PG.
Is Fred Claus based on any existing work?
The story is loosely based on the poem 'A legend of Santa and his brother Fred' by Donald Henkel.