

Santa and Pete
1999, English. Directed by Duwayne Dunham.
The Story of How St. Nick Got His Sleigh, Reindeer and Red Suit....and Became Santa Claus.
This warmhearted Yuletide tale tells the story of Grandpa Nichols who is spending his first Christmas alone as a widower. His grandson Pete is riveted by his grandfather's story of St. Nick, and Pete decides that it is his desire to do all he can to help out old St. Nick in any way he can.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Duwayne DunhamDirector
- Hume CronynSaint Nick
- James Earl JonesGrandpa Nicholas
- Flex AlexanderPete
- Tempestt BledsoeMaria Dangola
- Tracy DouglasJanet Brower
- Bruce A. YoungManuel Dangola
- Erica GimpelCassie Moore
- Herb MitchellThe Governor
- David PurdhamRev. Bogart
- Sedrathe GillespieTerrence
- Emily Mae YoungMarlene
- Billy DaydogeShawnee
Details
- Released
- 5 December 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Greg Taylor
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How long is Santa and Pete?
Santa and Pete runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
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Santa and Pete parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Santa and Pete is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Santa and Pete on?
Santa and Pete isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Santa and Pete?
If you liked Santa and Pete, try The Canterville Ghost, A Christmas Carol, How Sarah Got Her Wings.
Who directed Santa and Pete?
Santa and Pete (1999) was directed by Duwayne Dunham and stars Hume Cronyn, James Earl Jones, Flex Alexander.