A Dad for Christmas
2006, English. Directed by Eleanore Lindo.
Matt, a 19-year-old student, goes to the hospital to see his newborn son. He learns his girlfriend plans to put the baby up for adoption without his consent, so he takes his son to his grandmother's house to fight for custody.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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A Dad for Christmas is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Shout! Factory, and Howdy in India.
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- Released
- 3 December 2006
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Alan Hines
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How long is A Dad for Christmas?
A Dad for Christmas runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does A Dad for Christmas have a post-credits scene?
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A Dad for Christmas parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Dad for Christmas is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is A Dad for Christmas on?
A Dad for Christmas is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Shout! Factory, and Howdy in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Dad for Christmas?
If you liked A Dad for Christmas, try A Different Kind of Christmas, A Grandpa for Christmas, To Grandmother's House We Go.
Who directed A Dad for Christmas?
A Dad for Christmas (2006) was directed by Eleanore Lindo and stars Louise Fletcher, Kristopher Turner, Jack Shepherd.