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Prancer: Un conte de Noël

Original title: Prancer: A Christmas Tale
  • 2022
  • PG
  • 1h 42m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
668
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Prancer: Un conte de Noël (2022)
Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gather for Christmas. Bud comes to believe that Prancer may actually be magical, but Gloria fears his theory will send him straight to a retirement home.
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Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gathers for Christmas.Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gathers for Christmas.Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gathers for Christmas.

  • Director
    • Phil Hawkins
  • Writer
    • Greg Taylor
  • Stars
    • James Cromwell
    • Darcey Ewart
    • Sarah-Jane Potts
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    668
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Phil Hawkins
    • Writer
      • Greg Taylor
    • Stars
      • James Cromwell
      • Darcey Ewart
      • Sarah-Jane Potts
    • 10User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    James Cromwell
    James Cromwell
    • Bud
    Darcey Ewart
    Darcey Ewart
    • Gloria
    Sarah-Jane Potts
    Sarah-Jane Potts
    • Claire
    Aaron McCusker
    Aaron McCusker
    • Gerald
    Joseph Millson
    Joseph Millson
    • Finn Wally
    Stephanie Levi-John
    Stephanie Levi-John
    • Erica
    Lucas Persaud
    • Tyler
    Florisa Kamara
    • Haley
    Jim Findley
    Jim Findley
    • Iffy
    Jessica Blake
    Jessica Blake
    • Sally
    Christopher Jeffers
    Christopher Jeffers
    • Tevin
    Vlad Radescu
    Vlad Radescu
    • Stu
    Ion Stefan
    • Sam
    Holly Hayes
    Holly Hayes
    • Mrs. Bradley
    Robert Marshall
    • Sheriff
    Nicu Banea
    • Worker #1
    Meda Topirceanu
    • Worker #2
    Filip-Anghel Marinescu
    • Little Boy
    • (as Filip Anghel)
    • Director
      • Phil Hawkins
    • Writer
      • Greg Taylor
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    9Samanthad-13

    Lovely family movie with brilliant James Cromwell

    Charming and typically British/European Christmas movie which is low budget but doesn't feel that way although certainly there aren't many special effects. I found it while looking for other James Cromwell movies and as with all of his performances this one is beautifully understated. You really can't go wrong with any movie with that man in it - as long as it is in a genre you want to watch. [ie don't blame James Cromwell or the movie if you're not in the mood for or just don't enjoy this kind of film. He's in such diverse roles (I've got Jurassic World on right now and was surprised to see James Cromwell in it. It makes sense given his diverse roles that not all of his movies are going to appeal to the same people. The rest of the cast in this film were good too, and the actress playing the young protagonist Gloria was wonderful. There are many bigger budget Christmas movies with all the lights and sound that don't have the same calibre of acting as this one.

    In terms of kids, there's some violence and threatened gun violence (both brief but still..). The language is clean as long as people understand that for most British people the word "bloody" is not a swear word.

    Also to avoid confusion, there isn't a sequel to this movie (not yet anyway as of Sept 2025). There's the original Prancer (1989) and the sequel Prancer Returns (2001), and then this one: Prancer:A Christmas Tale (2022). I haven't seen the other two and am inclined not to given what I've read as I don't want to spoil "the feels" from this one.

    Recommended viewing for kids and grown-up kids who'll enjoy a touching Christmas story about family, being home, and just a touch of "magic".
    9kharaya

    Yes a 9

    Solid story. Unique story. Heartwarming and magical. I loved the relationship between grandfather and granddaughter so much. Even the dichotomies in the different relationships depending on the situation. It felt familial. The little girl was beautifully charming. And she and James Cromwell were wonderful together.

    If you want to watch something new that you haven't seen done 1000x before but still get the warmth of a classic holiday movie you can't go wrong here.

    Nuanced enough to give the viewer something to think about. Christmas spirited and surprisingly good.

    Easy and sweet I really enjoyed it.
    7SnoopyStyle

    sweet family film

    Bud (James Cromwell) has been a grumpy old man since the death of his beloved wife Betty. He is closing his coffee shop store in this dying town. A reindeer flies over him and he crashes his truck. Claire (Sarah-Jane Potts) is coming home from London with her daughter Gloria (Darcey Ewart). Her brother wants to put Bud in an old-age home.

    I love the grandpa granddaughter relationship. As for Prancer, I like the mystery of the first half. The magic is a bit underwhelming. I was expecting a ride to the North Pole, or finding a magical portal in the woods. I don't think switching on the lights is as awe-inspiring as it's being shown to be. That's the only disappointment in an otherwise sweet family film. I really like this kid and James Cromwell always delivers.
    10matypingservices

    Feelgood christmas movie

    Classic Christmas film about a family that isn't the closest but come together when dad has an accident. Shows what can happen when family support each other in times of need.

    Has everything you want from a Christmas movie - comedy and lightheartedness and a happy ending. What more could you want? One of the best I've seen for a while and I've seen a few!

    The little girl that plays Gloria is a belting little actress and im sure she will have a good future.

    Good story. Good acting. Gives the feelgood mood a Christmas film should do.

    I highly recommend this film if you want a laugh and a happy cry.
    8ajvariety

    Pranced is back!!!

    Cute storyline
    • especially with the young granddaughter slowly developing a relationship with her Grandpa -


    And the storyline involves relationships of different family members- as well as a small town business with local town people.

    And beautiful snow snow snow scenes!

    And magical lights - by a magical Christmas reindeer. Yes. Prancer is definitely back again.

    Acting well done - and especially the young actress granddaughter and the actor grandfather

    And definitely the reindeer Prancer who delivered in each and every scene

    Good directing and storyline

    Christmas magical story Very cute.

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    • Trivia
      The writer of this movie, Greg Taylor", also wrote the screenplays for the first movie, "Prancer" (1989) and its sequel, "Prancer Returns" (2001).
    • Connections
      References Monsieur Ed, le cheval qui parle (1961)

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    • Release date
      • February 27, 2023 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Prancer: A Christmas Tale
    • Filming locations
      • Romania(Ext. McShane House)
    • Production companies
      • Universal 1440 Entertainment
      • 1440 Productions UK
      • Cinemotion
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      • 1h 42m(102 min)
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