Fred Claus movie poster

Fred Claus

"Everybody has that one relative who can't help but cause problems over the holidays. Even Santa."

November 9, 2007 1h 55m 5.9/10 (900 votes)

Originally released in 2007. Fred Claus is a action/comedy film. directed by David Dobkin.

Starring Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti, and John Michael Higgins

Synopsis

Fred Claus and Santa Claus have been estranged brothers for many years. Now Fred must reconcile his differences with his brother whom he believes overshadows him. When an efficiency expert assesses the workings at the North Pole and threatens to shut Santa down, Fred must help his brother to save Christmas.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 9, 2007 18 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (900 votes)
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Budget $100M Production budget
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Box Office $97.8M 1.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$100,000,000
Revenue
$97,800,000

Production Companies

  • Jessie Nelson Productions
  • Silver Pictures
  • David Dobkin Productions
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fred Claus about?

Fred Claus and Santa Claus have been estranged brothers for many years. Now Fred must reconcile his differences with his brother whom he believes overshadows him. When an efficiency expert assesses...

Who directed Fred Claus?

Fred Claus was directed by David Dobkin.

How long is Fred Claus?

Fred Claus has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Fred Claus released?

Fred Claus was released on November 9, 2007 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Fred Claus?

The main cast of Fred Claus includes Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti, John Michael Higgins, Miranda Richardson, Rachel Weisz.

Is Fred Claus worth watching?

Fred Claus has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 900 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.