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Cast
Dean Cain
as Sheriff Rick Langston
Christine Lakin
as Lucy Hart
Sophie Bolen
as Alana Hart
Mandalynn Carlson
as Kara Langston
Joel Paul Reisig
as Deputy Tom Brookfield
Linda Boston
as Deputy Shirley LaMarche
DJ Perry
as Evan Ward, Sr.
Derek Brandon
as Evan Ward, Jr.
Paul Hopper
as Santa Claus
Meghan Duffy
as Neighboor Kate (uncredited)
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2014
Runtime1h 25m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresFamily, Comedy, Drama
Votes26
DirectorJoel Paul Reisig
WritersDavid Higlen
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.3 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsSmall Town Santa
About Small Town Santa
On the eve of Christmas, Sheriff Rick Langston has lost his holiday spirit. But when he arrests a home intruder claiming to be Santa Claus, his world gets turned upside-down ! With the help of Lucy, the new girl in town, Santa helps show Rick that even when you feel that all is lost, love is all around you.
Directed by Joel Paul Reisig, Small Town Santa leans on a strong ensemble — Dean Cain, Christine Lakin, Sophie Bolen — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about family titles of 2014.
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