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IMDb rating
7.1
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6.4

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Edison Kardirsson
rated 10

Definitively one of the best Christmas films existing. Will Ferrell nailed it as he always does.

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Cast & Crew

Jon Favreau
As Doctor / Mr. Narwhal (voice)
Jon Favreau
Director
Ed Asner
As Santa
Will Ferrell
As Buddy
Maurice LaMarche
As Buddy's Belch (voice) (uncredited)
James Caan
As Walter
Michael Lerner
As Fulton
Dal McKennon
As Jack in the Box - Laugh (archive sound) (uncredited)

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Buddy, a human raised by Santa's elves at the North Pole, sets out to find his real father in New York City. Along the way, he spreads Christmas cheer and helps others rediscover the true meaning of the holiday. Starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, Zooey Deschanel, and Ed Asner.

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You can stream Elf on: Hulu Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Elf include Halloweentown, The Santa Clause 2, Tooth, Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy!, Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus, Like Mike.

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Elf was released in theaters on October 9, 2003.

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Elf was released for streaming on November 5, 2013.