The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh – Movie Review
Director: Kari Juusonen, Jorgen Lerdam
Writer: Kari Juusonen, Marteinn Thorisson, Hannu Tuomainen (Screenplay)
Cast
- Matthew Whelan
- Emma Jenkins
- Dermot Magennis
- Paul Tylak
- Roger Gregg
Plot: Join Niko on a brand new adventure across the frozen arctic, teaming up with friends old and new, as he races to find Santa’s missing sleigh in time for Christmas!
Runtime: 1 Hour 26 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh starts when Niko prepares for his chance to join the Flying Forces. He must leave his friends behind for training, only to learn he has competition from another young reindeer Stella. The two must compete in a series of trials to earn their spot on the team.
However, Stella has other motivations for arriving in the area and it leaves Niko needing to rescue Christmas. He must trust his friends who have followed him to the training, to prove himself to his father Prancer and other Flying Force reindeer.
Verdict on The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh
The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh is a family-friendly adventure following a young reindeer who learns about his father’s past while trying to join the Flying Forces. He must learn the importance of friendship if he is going to learn about his place in the world and save Christmas.
This movie gives us a chance to see reindeer competing to pull Santa’s sleigh. However, the young member of a family must learn more about friendship than the service he most wants. It takes us on a wild ride, as the optimistic Niko gets tricked but must learn how important understanding other’s stories can be. This has charm, adventure and a host of cute critters. The animation is beautiful and once we get into the adventure, it never relents.
Where to Watch
The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh will be in UK Cinemas from 22nd November and available on Digital Download from 24th February 2025
Final Thoughts –The Magic Reindeer: Saving Santa’s Sleigh is a non-stop enjoyable family adventure.