The ’80s festive film Santa Claus: The Movie is getting a 4K restoration this Christmas. The film, starring Dudley Moore and John Lithgow will return to cinemas and be available at home this November, according to a press release. The Santa Claus The Movie cinema re-release comes some 38 years after it first hit cinemas in the winter of 1985.
The film is directed by Jeannot Szwarc (Supergirl, Jaws 2) and will return to cinemas from November 24. The family favourite will also be available to own on 4K UHD for the first time, on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital from November 13.
The film tells the story of how a common woodcutter (David Huddleston) becomes the legendary Father Christmas. With a fantastical toy workshop run by elves and a herd of flying reindeer, Santa Claus has vowed to ensure that all good children are rewarded at Christmas. But the holiday season soon comes under threat when a rebellious but naïve elf called Patch (Dudley Moore) runs away to modern day New York. Lost in a world he doesn’t understand, Patch finds himself being exploited by a villainous toy manufacturer (John Lithgow). Could this be the end of Christmas or will the festive spirit prevail?
With this breath-taking new 4K version, viewers now have the opportunity to witness each and every detail of the film’s enchanting landscapes, whimsical characters, and dazzling special effects with unparalleled clarity and vibrancy. There’s no better time to introduce this classic adventure of awe and wonder to a whole new generation of festive film fans.
I remember this film so well for my childhood and, I have to be honest, haven’t returned to it since.
Are you excited about the Santa Claus The Movie cinema re-release?
Bonus features for the home version are as follows:
- New Interview with Mrs.Claus: Judy Cornwell
- The Making of Santa Claus
- Shooting the Press Conference Scene
- Deleted Scenes
