Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!
Synopsis
This sequel to the popular British comedy sees a new teacher (David Tennant) take over. When he enters his school in the National 'Song for Christmas' Competition, he and his pregnant wife, and the schoolchildren, embark on an epic road trip that ends up with a birth and a donkey, where he must embrace his fears and become a hero.
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Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-22
Top Cast
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David Tennant
Donald / Roderick Peterson
Marc Wootton
Mr. Poppy
Pam Ferris
Mrs. Bevan
Jessica Hynes
Angel Matthews
Joanna Page
Mrs. Sarah Peterson
Jason Watkins
Gordon Shakespeare
Ian McNeice
Mr. Peterson's Dad
Ben Wilby
Bob
Brandon McDonald
Oli
Rosie Cavaliero
Miss Rye
Pixie Davies
Pixie
George Potts
Supply Teacher 1
Claire Vousden
Supply Teacher 2
Amanda Lawrence
Supply Teacher 3
Adrianna Bertola
Mr. Shakespeare's Class
Scott Folan
Mr. Shakespeare's Class
Eleanor Grant
Mr. Shakespeare's Class
John Dalziel
Judge
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$4.1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$14.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3.52x
+$10.3M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Debbie Isitt
- Screenplay & Story
- Debbie Isitt
- Original Score
- Nicky Ager, Debbie Isitt
- Original Title
- Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Budget
- $4.1M
- Worldwide Gross
- $14.4M
- Production Studios
- Mirrorball Films, Premiere Picture, Moviehouse Entertainment, Media Pro Six, UK Film Council, Entertainment One
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Debbie Isitt
Debbie Isitt
Nicky Ager, Debbie Isitt
Sean Van Hales
Nicky Ager
Department Leadership Roster
Debbie Isitt
Writer
Debbie Isitt
Director
Nicky Ager
Editor
Stephanie Collie
Costume Design
Chris Roope
Production Design
Nicky Ager
Original Music Composer
Debbie Isitt
Original Music Composer
Sean Van Hales
Director of Photography
Rob Inch
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!
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What is Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! about?
This sequel to the popular British comedy sees a new teacher (David Tennant) take over. When he enters his school in the National 'Song for Christmas' Competition, he and his pregnant wife, and the schoolchildren, embark on an epic road trip that ends up with a birth and a donkey, where he must embrace his fears and become a hero.
Who directed Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! was directed by Debbie Isitt.
Who stars in Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
The principal cast of Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! includes David Tennant, Marc Wootton, Pam Ferris, Jessica Hynes, Joanna Page.
When was Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! released and how long is it?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What was the box office and production budget of Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! had a reported production budget of $4.1M and grossed $14.4M at the worldwide box office (3.52 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! was composed by Nicky Ager, Debbie Isitt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!?
Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).