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Bad Santa (2003)

"He doesn't care if you're naughty or nice."

6.620031h 32mEN
DramaComedyCrime

Directed by Terry Zwigoff

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 32m

Language

EN

Release

November 26, 2003

Director

Terry Zwigoff

Official Trailer

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Overview

You'd better watch out - Santa Claus Willie T. Soke is coming to town, and he doesn't care if you've been naughty or nice. Wille's favorite holiday tradition is to fill his sacks with loot lifted from shopping malls across the country. But this year his plot gets derailed by a wisecracking store det...

Cast

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy Bob Thornton

Willie

Tony Cox

Tony Cox

Marcus

Lauren Graham

Lauren Graham

Sue

Brett Kelly

Brett Kelly

The Kid

Lauren Tom

Lauren Tom

Lois

John Ritter

John Ritter

Bob Chipeska

Bernie Mac

Bernie Mac

Gin

Ajay Naidu

Ajay Naidu

Hindustani Troublemaker

Alex Borstein

Alex Borstein

Milwaukee Mom with Photo

Lorna Scott

Lorna Scott

Milwaukee Mother

Harrison Bieker

Harrison Bieker

Milwaukee Boy

Alexandra Korhan

Alexandra Korhan

Drum Set Girl

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bad Santa (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

You'd better watch out - Santa Claus Willie T. Soke is coming to town, and he doesn't care if you've been naughty or nice. Wille's favorite holiday tradition is to fill his sacks with loot lifted from shopping malls across the country. But this year his plot gets derailed by a wisecracking store detective, a sexy bartender, and a kid who's convinced Willie is the real Santa Claus.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bad Santa. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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