This Christmas movie is timeless, and I find it enjoyable every time I watch it!.....The plot definitely stays focused on Christmas...and flows nicely...a really nice magical type of Christmas movie...a light-hearted, "fun" movie, without being corny to prompt changing the channel...and without annoying "background" (so called) "singing" and / or unrelated songs and /or blaring music!...which Hallmark Christmas movies are notorious for having....This movie totally is unlike the other Hm. "Christmas" movies that attempted to have the same effect...but came up extremely short.The "humbug" theme was expressed in a way that made the movie optimistically interesting and cheerful....The very talented Crystal Bernard and Steve Guttenberg were excellent choices. Neither one was annoying. I think Steve particularly was an excellent choice to carry out his role. He had the right expressions, appearance, humor, sincerity, and voice tone...best Santa Jr. by far. Everyone's acting was nothing less than ideal. And on the whole, this movie is second to none in its category.***Congratulations to Steve, Crystal, and the staff for making a very, very enjoyable Christmas movie!***

I think this movie had a very good plot with believable characters who played Nick and Beth. It is not only believable, but it is one that will hold your interest throughout the movie. Unless, you're in to violent, negative movies...this movie is positive and comforting. A must see. Thanks Hallmark. I think a second sequel to this one and Meet the Santas would be a good idea. Why not do one where they portray the start of their life at the North Pole and the trials that they go through to get to the point where it really comes naturally. That would be a keeper!! Nick played by Steve Guttenberg is very good. I did keep wondering when he would fill out and his hair grow gray but he is young here. Steve always does an excellent job with whatever role he plays. Beth played by Crystal Bernard was great! She played a great single mom trying to juggle work and home life. The actor who played Ernest was excellent in his role. And the elves they showed in the North Pole scenes looked like the ones who played in Little People, Big World. The sequel with Beth's mother is equally believable and is cute with the magic they do right under her nose. Both of them are keepers to me and we need a followup of the start of their married life at the North Pole!!

I truly loved this story, it was AWESOME to see Crystal Bernard again! It was so much better than a lot of recent "holiday" movies (Tim Allen's 'The Santa Claus' series not-withstanding It was thoughtful, happy, and actually contained both spirit and hope. All that being said, the only thing that bothered me, and yes, it is indeed trivial... what in hades happened to Steve Guttenberg's eyebrows? Looks like someone tried to thin them out or something, and obliterated them completely. It sorta freaked everyone in my family out. Anyways, kudos to Hallmark for making another fine, high quality family program, hope you keep them coming!

This is a movie that I would buy on DVD. It is the perfect Christmas movie. It did not have one single thing that was negative. Steve Guttenberg was perfect in his role as Nick. His characterization was so complete, down to his natural sounding Ho Ho Ho's! He demonstrated the kind of man that any woman would be so blessed to have. I have enjoyed him in films for years and he is as captivating as ever. Krystal Bernard was so cute. I have watched her for years, also, since It's a Living to Wings. She very aptly portrayed a New Milenium Career Woman and Mother. I have always enjoyed the dimension she brings to her characters and gee, she never seems to age! The boy who played Jake was great! He reminded me a bit of the boy who played in Sleepless in Seattle. He is very talented and gave a memorable performance. I know I will recognize him in future projects! I wish so much that they would repeat the airing of this film this year. I look forward to seeing it often in the years to come. This is a Christmas film that I won't ever get tired of seeing. I really loved it!