---
title: "Santa Switch"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/santa-switch-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 249059
imdb_id: "tt2639488"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 83
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "G"
---

# Santa Switch (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/santa-switch-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Santa Switch" (2013).
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Santa Switch.
Year: 2013.
Release Date (US): 12/07/2013.
Genres: Comedy, Family, TV Movie.
Runtime: 1h 23m.
Synopsis: A struggling dad gets a new start after a strange encounter replaces his mall Santa gig with the real thing.
Rating: G.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        Santa Switch is a 2013 film categorized as a comedy, family, and TV movie. Released in the United States on December 7, 2013, the production has a runtime of 1 hour and 23 minutes. The story follows a struggling dad who receives a new start following a strange encounter. This event results in his mall Santa gig being replaced with the real thing. The film is rated G.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel | Xumo Play | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Cass Jr.
- **Networks / Studios**: Larry Levinson Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ethan Erickson** as *Dan Ryebeck*
- **Anne Dudek** as *Linda Ryebeck*
- **Annie Thurman** as *Sally Ryebeck*
- **Griffin Cleveland** as *Joe Ryebeck*
- **Tiffany Adams** as *Veterinarian Elf*
- **Sean Astin** as *Eddie*
- **John Balma** as *Maitre d'*
- **Gabriel Suttle** as *Young Dan Ryebeck*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Santa Switch online?
Santa Switch is currently available to watch or stream on UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel, Xumo Play, Amazon Prime Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Santa Switch worth watching?
Santa Switch holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Santa Switch and when was it released?
Santa Switch is a feature film with a runtime of 83 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Santa Switch?
Santa Switch was directed by David Cass Jr..

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Santa Switch — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/249059)
- [Santa Switch (TV Movie 2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2639488/fullcredits/)
- [Santa Switch (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/249059-santa-switch/cast)
- [Santa Switch (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/santa-switch/credits)
- [Santa Switch - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/santa-switch/cast/2030200595/)

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