Movies like Fred Claus

Elf tells the story of a human raised by Santa's elves who ventures into New York City to find his real father. Like Fred Claus, it's a festive comedy that centers on family and the spirit of Christmas with plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments.

The Santa Clause is a holiday classic where a regular dad inadvertently becomes Santa Claus after the previous one falls off his roof. Similar to Fred Claus, this movie showcases the behind-the-scenes of the North Pole and offers a comical take on holiday traditions.

Jingle All the Way stars Arnold Schwarzenegger in a frantic quest for the hottest toy of the season on Christmas Eve. Fans of Fred Claus will appreciate the holiday shopping madness and the humorous lengths a parent will go to for their child.

Christmas with the Kranks sees a couple deciding to skip Christmas altogether for a cruise, only to face the judgment of their neighborhood. This comedy focuses on the chaos and warmth of family during the holidays, similar to the merry misadventures in Fred Claus.

Four Christmases is a comedy about a couple struggling to visit all four of their divorced parents on Christmas Day. It bears a resemblance to Fred Claus in its humor derived from family dynamics around the holidays and will appeal to those who enjoy the blend of festivity and comedy.

Deck the Halls is about two neighbors' competitive efforts to create the most spectacular Christmas light display, leading to comical antics. This film captures the same holiday competitive spirit and family-based humor as Fred Claus.

Surviving Christmas features a wealthy executive who pays a family to celebrate Christmas with him. This movie, similar to Fred Claus, explores themes of family and the sometimes ludicrous side of holiday festivities.