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In the Nick of Time
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In the Nick of Time

1991-12-16 · 89 min · ★ 5.3

Comedy · Fantasy · Family · TV Movie

Santa Claus is up for retirement after his 300 years, and he searches New York City for a replacement.

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Directors
George T. Miller
Production companies
Spectacor Films, Walt Disney Television
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Lloyd BridgesLloyd BridgesSanta Claus
Michael TuckerMichael TuckerBen Talbot
Cleavon LittleCleavon LittleFreddy
A MartinezA MartinezCharlie Misch
Conrad BergschneiderConrad BergschneiderLouie
Matt BirmanMatt BirmanWindow Dresser
Jessica DiCiccoJessica DiCiccoAimee Misch
Thomas HauffThomas HauffFiggus
Phillip JarrettPhillip JarrettCop

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