Christmas isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling, a memory, and a spark of magic that brings people closer together. The Christmas Chronicles (2018) captures all of this and more in a heartwarming holiday adventure that’s bound to become a modern classic. Directed by Clay Kaytis and starring Kurt Russell in an unforgettable turn as Santa Claus, this Netflix original is packed with laughter, surprises, and holiday cheer.

Siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce find themselves on Santa’s naughty list after their family faces struggles following the loss of their father.Determined to catch Santa on camera, the siblings embark on a wild escapade that unintentionally crashes his sleigh. What follows is a night filled with daring adventures, from helping repair Santa’s sleigh to rediscovering the spirit of Christmas.

Kurt Russell reinvents Santa Claus as a charismatic, streetwise, and surprisingly cool figure, breaking the traditional mold. With charming humor and a twinkle in his eye, he’s the kind of Santa you’d want to share a hot cocoa with. Judah Lewis and Darby Camp shine as Teddy and Kate, capturing the sibling dynamic of rivalry, love, and redemption.