Klaus (2019)

Klaus

Klaus is a warm, witty animated holiday fable that reimagines the origin of Santa Claus through a small-town story about how one person's kindness can change a whole community. You follow Jesper, a spoiled postal academy graduate sent to the frozen, hostile town of Smeerensburg, who slowly befriends a reclusive toymaker, Klaus, and local teacher Alva. Together their small acts of generosity thaw an age-old feud, spark whimsical traditions, and bring laughter and hope back to a bleak island. If you watch this movie you’ll experience: - A heartfelt emotional arc that balances gentle humor, sincere sentiment, and surprising moments of darkness and redemption. - Charming, character-driven storytelling with memorable voice work (Jason Schwartzman, Rashida Jones, J.K. Simmons) and clear, relatable character growth. - Distinctive, modern 2D-style animation with rich textures and lighting that give the film a handcrafted, storybook look—perfect for its nostalgic tale. - Holiday warmth and a family-friendly tone that’s appealing to kids while offering enough cleverness and depth for adults. - A satisfying mix of comedy, adventure, and sentiment that culminates in the creation of familiar Christmas traditions—ideal for seasonal viewing or any time you want a feel-good, generous story.

Actors: Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons, Rashida Jones

Directors: Sergio Pablos, Carlos Martínez López

Runtime: 96 min

Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy

Filmaffinity Rating 7.6 /10 Metacritic Rating 65 /100 IMDB Rating 8.2 /10 Bmoat Rating 7.4 /10