Steal the Naughty List

You know those movies that both parents and kids can enjoy? The ones you don't mind watching on repeat because your kids love it? This is one of those movies. It's clever, witty, and has enough jokes that you have to see it several times to catch them all.

Also, with so many things relying on special effects and CGI, this 80's kid really appreciates this movie's stop motion animation. Brought back memories of the California Raisins, Rudolph, and the Claymation Christmas special.

Check it out for a fresh, fun evening for the whole family. It is sure to become a classic that will be added to your family's holiday rotation each Christmas.

Great movie and superb animations Enjoyed watching it

Steal the Naughty List is a charming and adventurous animated holiday movie that offers a fresh twist on Christmas traditions The film follows the escapades of a mischievous group of children who team up with a quirky elf to steal Santas infamous Naughty List aiming to redeem their names before Christmas morning

Plot and Storyline

The story is a delightful mix of humor heart and holiday cheer The concept of infiltrating the North Poles archives to rewrite Christmas destiny is both creative and engaging The narrative balances slapstick comedy and touching moments exploring themes of redemption teamwork and self discovery

Animation and Visuals

The animation is vibrant and colorful capturing the magic of the North Pole with imaginative landscapes and whimsical character designs From the shimmering glow of Santas workshop to the icy mysterious vault housing the Naughty List every frame is a visual treat

Characters and Voice Acting

The characters are well rounded and relatable especially the lead whose journey from mischief to self awareness is heartfelt The elf sidekick steals the show with hilarious one liners and an endearing personality The voice acting is stellar bringing life to the characters and enhancing the movies emotional depth.

This movie is so refreshing to see the old-school charm of stop-motion amongst the CG world of movies. It was hilarious, like, nearly non-stop! My kids love it but also it is something adults can enjoy as well because there are a ton of old movie/commercial/90s kids references that were over their heads but still clean and safe. The writing and story are just so good, too. Loved the St. Nicolas part and how the arctic characters follow his story with theirs. They all struggles like we all do so most can find someone or all to relate to. They learn some powerful lessons and it has a surprising but happy ending. Super quotable and will for sure be washed more this Christmas at our house and for each year to come! Completely recommend.

At first sight, Steal the Naughty List looks like a generic stop motion Christmas adventure. Sure, it is that. However, it is also a profoundly, unapologetically hilarious work, with adult humor pushing the boundaries for what's acceptable in entertainment aimed at children, while not sacrificing the heart of the story.

You know, like a Christmas version of Regular Show.

The stop motion is quite good, very fluid and with diverse character models. It reminds me a bit of Buddy Thunderstruck, another series that also pushes boundaries in a similar way. The fact that it includes well anthropormorphised animals helps that comparison.

Overall a strong recommendation.

This movie is a blast! It's imaginative, full of heart, and packed with jokes that will be sure to keep you and your family laughing all the way. Our kids LOVED it! They laughed at the homeschool jokes and silly parts and we caught all the 80's/90's pop culture references. We were all completely locked in especially when we got to the story of Saint Nicholas. It left us with with sore stomach muscles and the heartwarming feel that you want to experience from a Christmas movie. The characters are easy to connect with and our kids have been quoting the movie non-stop. It's a joy to see a hilarious and handmade Christmas movie that feels fresh and nostalgic all at the same time! It is a must watch for the whole family this holiday season!