Santa Claus Is Comin to Town (Full Screen)

Movie / Show Details

Santa Claus Is Comin to Town is a 1970 animated television special that explores the origin story of the world’s most beloved gift-giver. Directed by Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass with a script by Romeo Muller, the special follows Kris, a baby raised by elves in the mountains, as he grows into the man who will become Santa Claus. When Kris attempts to bring toys to the children of Sombertown, he faces opposition from a tyrannical Mayor and must seek help from the magical Winter Warlock to accomplish his mission. Featuring the voice talents of Fred Astaire, Andrea Sacino, and others, this family-friendly adventure reveals how beloved holiday traditions came to be, all set to original songs.

This is a single-disc DVD in full screen format, running 48 minutes with a TV-G rating from ABC Family. The special answers timeless questions about Santa’s iconic red suit, his chimney deliveries, and his North Pole home through charming animation and memorable music. Own this piece of holiday history on physical media at a fraction of the original broadcast price.