Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)
➱ STORYLINE:
"Jingle All the Way" is a family comedy set during the Christmas season. The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as Howard Langston, a workaholic father who has promised his son a Turbo Man action figure for Christmas. However, he forgets to buy it and must embark on a frantic quest to find the sold-out toy, facing various comedic obstacles and a rival father. The film humorously highlights the commercialism of Christmas and the lengths parents will go to make their children happy.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
"Jingle All the Way" is a humorous take on the holiday shopping frenzy, with Arnold Schwarzenegger bringing a unique comedic charm to the role. The film combines slapstick comedy with heartwarming moments, making it a festive family favorite that captures the chaos and spirit of the holiday season.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: Brian Levant
Writer:
- Randy Kornfield
Starring:
- Arnold Schwarzenegger as Howard Langston
- Sinbad as Myron Larabee
- Phil Hartman as Ted Maltin
- Rita Wilson as Liz Langston
- Jake Lloyd as Jamie Langston
Produced by:
- Chris Columbus
- Mark Radcliffe
- Michael Barnathan
Production Companies:
- 1492 Pictures
- 20th Century Fox
Cinematography: Victor J. Kemper
Edited by:
- Kent Beyda
Music by: David Newman
Distributed by: 20th Century Fox
Release date: November 22, 1996
Run Time: 1 hr 29 min
Country:
- United States
Languages:
- English
Budget: $60 million
Box office: $129.8 million
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➱ TRIVIA
"Jingle All the Way" was inspired by the real-life shopping frenzy over popular toys during the Christmas season, like the Cabbage Patch Kids and Tickle Me Elmo crazes.
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