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Santa Switch

2013-12-07 · 83 min · ★ 5.2

Comedy · Family · TV Movie

A struggling dad gets a new start after a strange encounter replaces his mall Santa gig with the real thing.

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Directors
David Cass Jr.
Production companies
Larry Levinson Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ethan EricksonEthan EricksonDan Ryebeck
Anne DudekAnne DudekLinda Ryebeck
Annie ThurmanAnnie ThurmanSally Ryebeck
Griffin ClevelandGriffin ClevelandJoe Ryebeck
Tiffany AdamsTiffany AdamsVeterinarian Elf
Sean AstinSean AstinEddie
John BalmaJohn BalmaMaitre d'
Gabriel SuttleGabriel SuttleYoung Dan Ryebeck

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