The Santa Trap
“The only thing missing this Christmas is Santa Claus..”
Synopsis
It's Christmas Eve and Judy Emerson is told there's no such thing as Santa. Determined to prove her family wrong, she sets an elaborate trap and successfully captures Santa Claus himself. But her parents think the jolly old elf is a burglar and have Santa arrested.
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Shelley Long
Molly Emerson
Robert Hays
Bill Emerson
Sierra Abel
Judy Emerson
Brandon de Paul
Mike Emerson
Corbin Bernsen
Chief Spivak
Stacy Keach
Max the Biker
Dick Van Patten
Santa Claus
Talbot Perry Simons
Clifford the Inebriated
Paul Butcher
Brian Spivak
Amanda Pays
Doris Spivak
Sonny Carl Davis
Officer Buckley
Steve Monroe
Officer Calhoun
Cork Hubbert
Elf One
Martin Klebba
Elf Ranger Bob
Adrienne Barbeau
Alice the Homeless Mom
Alana Austin
Carla the Assistant
Colton James
Marty the Hospital Teen
Joe Virzi
Trash Talking Teddy (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 13, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Shepphird
- Screenplay & Story
- John Shepphird, Steve Jankowski
- Original Title
- The Santa Trap
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Shepphird
John Shepphird, Steve Jankowski
Department Leadership Roster
John Shepphird
Writer
Steve Jankowski
Writer
John Shepphird
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Santa Trap
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What is The Santa Trap about?
It's Christmas Eve and Judy Emerson is told there's no such thing as Santa. Determined to prove her family wrong, she sets an elaborate trap and successfully captures Santa Claus himself. But her parents think the jolly old elf is a burglar and have Santa arrested.
Who directed The Santa Trap?
The Santa Trap was directed by John Shepphird.
Who stars in The Santa Trap?
The principal cast of The Santa Trap includes Shelley Long, Robert Hays, Sierra Abel, Brandon de Paul, Corbin Bernsen.
When was The Santa Trap released and how long is it?
The Santa Trap was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.