Santa Claus Is a Stinker (1982)
Movie 1h 28m ★ 7.3/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh
Dating from 1982, Santa Claus Is a Stinker sits in the comedy corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Jean-Marie Poiré. The cast includes Josiane Balasko, Gérard Jugnot and Thierry Lhermitte. The running time is 1h 28m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.3 out of 10.
67Tonight Score Well rated, short enough for a weeknight, a classic.
Synopsis
Two neurotics, working for a suicide hotline on the night of Christmas Eve, get caught up in a catastrophe when a pregnant woman, her abusive boyfriend, and a cross-dresser visit their office.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Marie PoiréDirector
- Josiane Balaskoas Marie-Ange Musquin, présidente de l'association
- Gérard Jugnotas Félix
- Thierry Lhermitteas Pierre Mortez
- Jacques Françoisas Docteur Poinsot, le pharmacien de quartier
- Anémoneas Thérèse de Monsou dite « Mme S.O.S »
- Christian Clavieras Jean-Jacques dit « Katia »
- Michel Blancas L'obsédé sexuel au téléphone (voice)
- Marie-Anne Chazelas Josette dite « Zézette », compagne de Félix
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Questions about Santa Claus Is a Stinker
- What genre is Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
- Santa Claus Is a Stinker is categorised as Comedy.
- Who stars in Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
- Josiane Balasko, Gérard Jugnot, Thierry Lhermitte, Jacques François, Anémone appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
- Jean-Marie Poiré directed Santa Claus Is a Stinker.
- How long is Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
- Santa Claus Is a Stinker runs for 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- Is Santa Claus Is a Stinker worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.3/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
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