Christmas & Co. (2017)
A French holiday comedy where Santa races to Earth to cure his sick elves and rescue Christmas before it's too late.
Christmas & Co. - Movie Information
- Original Title: Santa & Cie
- Release Year: 2017
- Directed by: Alain Chabat
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Family
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French, Portuguese
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 6, 2017 (France - U), December 28, 2018 (Spain - 7), December 12, 2019 (South Korea - ALL)
- Alternative Titles: Christmas & Co. (GR), Santa et Cie (FR), 산타 & 시에 (KR), Christmas & Co. (IT), Santa und Co – Wer Rettet Weihnachten (DE), Julemand & Co. (DK), Christmas and Co (NL), Deda Mraz i kompanija (RS)
- Production Companies: Gaumont Distribution, Légende Films
- Production Countries: France
Christmas & Co. - Plot
Christmas is on its way and with it disaster. The 92,000 responsible for manufacturing children's toys all become sick at the same time! It's a tough moment for Santa, better known as Father Christmas. He's left no choice: he must make an emergency trip to Earth with his reindeer to search for a remedy. When he arrives, he must find some allies to save the magic of Christmas.
Christmas & Co. - Trailer
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Christmas & Co. - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Alain Chabat
Main Cast
- Alain Chabat
- Golshifteh Farahani
- Audrey Tautou
- Pio Marmaï
- Bruno Sanches
- David Marsais
- Grégoire Ludig
- Johann Dionnet
- Louise Chabat
- Eléna Plonka
Writers
- Alain Chabat
Producers
- Alain Chabat
- Alain Goldman
Christmas & Co. - FAQs
What is Christmas & Co. about?
Christmas & Co. follows Santa Claus as he faces a full-blown holiday crisis: all 92,000 of his elves fall ill at once, threatening to cancel Christmas. With no other option, he heads to Earth with his reindeer to track down a cure and find human allies willing to help save the magic of the season.
Is Christmas & Co. worth watching for families?
Absolutely. Christmas & Co. is a warm, playful French holiday comedy that works for both kids and adults. Director Alain Chabat brings his signature absurdist humor to the story, while a charming cast including Audrey Tautou and Golshifteh Farahani keeps things lively and heartfelt throughout.
Where can you stream Christmas & Co. right now?
You can watch Christmas & Co. through several platforms. It's available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. If you prefer a free option, Hoopla has it available at no extra cost with a library card.
Does Santa actually interact with regular people in the film?
Yes, and that's a big part of the film's charm. When Santa lands on Earth, he has to navigate the modern world with his reindeer in tow, relying on ordinary people — including a kind woman named Amélie and her family — to help him find a remedy before Christmas morning arrives.
Who are the main actors in Christmas & Co.?
The film stars Alain Chabat as Santa himself, alongside Golshifteh Farahani as Amélie and Audrey Tautou as Wanda. Pio Marmaï, Bruno Sanches, and comedy duo David Marsais and Grégoire Ludig round out a cast packed with well-known French talent.
Who directed Christmas & Co. and wrote the script?
Alain Chabat directed and wrote the film — and also stars in it as Santa Claus. Known for his comedic sensibility and inventive storytelling, Chabat brings a distinctly French wit to the holiday genre, making Christmas & Co. feel fresh rather than formulaic.
Is Christmas & Co. based on an original story?
Yes, Christmas & Co. is an original story written by Alain Chabat. It's not an adaptation of a book or a remake of an earlier film. Chabat conceived the premise — Santa's elves all falling sick simultaneously — as a vehicle for his signature blend of family-friendly comedy and heartfelt holiday spirit.
What movies are similar to Christmas & Co.?
If you enjoyed Christmas & Co., you might also like Noelle (2019), Santa Claus: The Movie (1985), The Santa Clause 2 (2002), or Candy Cane Lane (2023). All share that mix of Santa-centric adventure, holiday humor, and family warmth that makes Christmas & Co. such a fun seasonal watch.
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