

Grumpy Old Santa
2023-09-12 · 83 min · ★ 4.6
When Nic’s daughter heads off to college, he expects a quiet Christmas. Instead, his wife leaves him, his friends rope him into chaos, and he finds himself facing life’s curveballs with a little grump and a lot of humor. Starring Glenn Morshower, Kevin Farley, and Gary Valentine, Grumpy Old Santa is a festive comedy about family, forgiveness, and moving forward.
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- Jay Dee Walters
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- Pine Line Studios
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- Released
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Glenn MorshowerNic Monts
Kevin FarleyPastor Kris Walters
Gary ValentineSpike
Micah LyonsDeuce
Dodie BrownJulie Walters
Jay Dee WaltersSam
David D. FordTim Dofarty
Kara RainerSandy Walters
Kimberly Gail WilliamsPenny Monts
Brooke LyonsMaddie MontsTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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