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This holiday season, get ready for a laugh-out-loud comedy that takes the classic Christmas wish list and turns it on its head. Dear Santa is a wildly entertaining story about a young boy, a Christmas mix-up, and a whole lot of holiday chaos when his letter ends up in the wrong hands—specifically, Satan instead of Santa.
Directed by Keegan-Michael Key, the film features an all-star cast, including Jack Black as the devilish, yet oddly charming Satan, and Post Malone in a cameo that’s as bizarre as it is hilarious. Set in a festive small town, this Christmas comedy is filled with heart, humor, and a whole lot of miscommunication.
Plot Overview
When young Liam (played by Robert Timothy Smith), a well-meaning but slightly careless boy, writes his Christmas list to Santa Claus, a mix-up occurs. Thanks to a hilarious series of events, his letter accidentally gets sent to Satan instead of the jolly old elf. This is where things go from bad to absurd.
Satan (played by the ever-dramatic Jack Black) receives the letter and assumes that the boy is asking for the most devilish, diabolical presents possible. Thinking he’s been asked to grant some wicked holiday wishes, Satan sets his hellish plans into motion, completely unaware that Liam’s list is filled with innocent desires—like a new skateboard, a puppy, and some action figures.
Enter Molly Turner (played by Brianne Howey), Liam’s pragmatic and loving mother, who starts to notice strange things happening around their home. When she realizes that Satan has been inadvertently summoned to deliver gifts, she scrambles to fix the mix-up before it’s too late.
The Cast
The cast of Dear Santa is absolutely stellar, and each actor brings their own unique flair to the holiday hijinks.
- Jack Black as Satan: Black brings his signature energy and comedic timing to the role of Satan, who’s both charming and menacing in equal measure. While he’s typically known for his goofy characters, Black delivers a surprising depth to Satan, making him both the antagonist and an unexpected source of hilarity.
- Post Malone as Himself: In a wonderfully unexpected cameo, Post Malone plays himself as a rock star who’s unwittingly dragged into Satan’s plans. His unique brand of laid-back humor and offbeat charm adds an extra layer of quirkiness to the film.
- Brianne Howey as Molly Turner: As Liam’s mother, Molly is a loving, resourceful woman who will stop at nothing to fix the mess that’s been created. Howey brings a grounded, relatable performance to the role, providing a perfect counterbalance to the over-the-top antics around her.
- Jaden Carson Baker as Gibby: Gibby is Liam’s best friend, who gets roped into the mayhem when he accidentally learns about the mix-up. Baker’s performance as the loyal yet hilariously confused sidekick adds heart and humor to the story.
- Robert Timothy Smith as Liam: As the young boy who inadvertently sends his letter to Satan, Smith’s portrayal of Liam captures both the innocence and the mischief of a child who never intended to stir up a demonic holiday disaster.
- Hayes MacArthur as Bill Turner: Molly’s husband, who’s a bit more skeptical about the whole situation, but finds himself swept up in the holiday madness. MacArthur’s comic timing is on full display as he struggles to come to terms with the very real supernatural forces invading his family’s home.
- Keegan-Michael Key: A comedic genius known for his roles in Key & Peele, Key adds a layer of absurdity to the film with his offbeat cameo. His interactions with Jack Black’s Satan are some of the funniest moments in the film.
What to Expect
Dear Santa is full of laughs, heartwarming moments, and just the right amount of Christmas magic—and chaos. The film plays with the holiday spirit in a way that’s unexpected, as the family must figure out how to stop Satan from delivering disastrous presents while also trying to salvage their Christmas.
The interactions between Jack Black’s Satan and the other characters are hysterical, as he tries to wrap his head around what he’s been asked to do. From mistakenly granting wishes for a menacing skateboard to summoning a series of bizarre gifts (including a puppy with questionable abilities), Satan’s misinterpretations of Liam’s innocent wishes are a comedic highlight.
Meanwhile, the family tries to restore order to their holiday and save their Christmas from turning into a demonic disaster. Along the way, they’ll learn a lot about the true meaning of the season: family, forgiveness, and making the best of a situation—even when that situation involves a surprisingly good-natured Satan.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Dear Santa is a hilarious holiday movie for anyone looking for something a little different this season. It’s full of slapstick humor, witty one-liners, and a cast that clearly knows how to make the most of their comedic moments. Fans of Jack Black will love his larger-than-life portrayal of Satan, while fans of Christmas comedies will appreciate the heart and warmth that sneaks its way in amidst all the chaos.
It’s a film that offers something for everyone: absurd humor, family moments, and enough zany antics to keep you entertained from start to finish. Whether you’re watching with the whole family or just looking for a fun escape, Dear Santa will leave you laughing all the way through.
