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Movie poster: I'll Be Home for Christmas (1998)
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I'll Be Home for Christmas

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1998 · 86 min Comedy Family
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Estranged from his father, college student Jake is lured home to New York for Christmas with the promise of receiving a classic Porsche as a gift. When the bullying football team dumps him in the desert in a Santa suit, Jake is left without identification or money to help him make the journey. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Allie, does not know where he is, and accepts a cross-country ride from Jake's rival, Eddie.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1998
Country Canada, United States of America
Genre Comedy, Family
Director Arlene Sanford
Runtime 86 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (354 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Arlene Sanford

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

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