---
title: "Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/nativity-2-danger-in-the-manger-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 139380
imdb_id: "tt2089750"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 112
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/nativity-2-danger-in-the-manger-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! is a 2012 British Christmas comedy film written and directed by Debbie Isitt, serving as the second instalment in the Nativity film series. The comedy sequel stars David Tennant and Marc Wootton, alongside cast members including Jason Watkins, Joanna Page, and Ian McNeice. The film focuses on Donald Peterson, an anxious and worried new primary school teacher. In the story, this new teacher takes over and enters his school in the National Song for Christmas Competition. He and his pregnant wife, along with a class of children and the schoolchildren from St Bernadette's, embark on a wild, heartwarming, and epic road trip. The journey ultimately concludes with a birth and a donkey, requiring the teacher to embrace his fears and become a hero while juggling his responsibilities to his wife and students.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla, Fawesome, Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel | BBC iPlayer, Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla, Filmtap | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Debbie Isitt
- **Networks / Studios**: Mirrorball Films, Premiere Picture, Moviehouse Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **David Tennant** as *Donald / Roderick Peterson*
- **Marc Wootton** as *Mr. Poppy*
- **Pam Ferris** as *Mrs. Bevan*
- **Jessica Hynes** as *Angel Matthews*
- **Joanna Page** as *Mrs. Sarah Peterson*
- **Jason Watkins** as *Gordon Shakespeare*
- **Ian McNeice** as *Mr. Peterson's Dad*
- **Ben Wilby** as *Bob*
- **Brandon McDonald** as *Oli*
- **Rosie Cavaliero** as *Miss Rye*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! online?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! is currently available to watch or stream on Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex Channel, The Roku Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! worth watching?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 112 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! and when was it released?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 2012. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! was directed by Debbie Isitt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/139380)
- [Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nativity_2:_Danger_in_the_Manger)
- [Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/139380-nativity-2-danger-in-the-manger/cast)
- [Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2089750/)
- [Nativity 2: Danger In The Manger! cast & crew - British ...](https://www.comedy.co.uk/film/nativity_2_danger_manger/cast_crew/)
- [Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/nativity-2-danger-in-the-manger/credits)

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