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Plot Summary
Nine-year-old Jessica believes in Heaven, Santa Claus and flying reindeer. One day, she finds a wounded reindeer in the snowy woods. Believing it is the real Prancer, she wants to nurse it back to health so she can 'return it to Santa.' Her effort to save it brings about wonderful changes in the lives of everyone: her father (Sam Elliott), their unusual neighbor (Cloris Leachman), a crotchety veterinarian (Abe Vigoda), a department store Santa (Michael Constantine), and the people of the town.
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
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69%- Reviews Counted: 16
- Fresh: 11
- Rotten: 5
- Average Rating: 6.0/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Rotten: Its plodding competence can't provide that effortless magical touch that Christmas classics are made of.
Fresh: Harrell's brash debut, the use of animism and the story's sincerity add interest.
Fresh: Smaller kids will identify with Jessica's fierce resolve to get Prancer back into action, and older viewers will appreciate the fact that the movie takes place in an approximation of the real world.
Customer Reviews
Good Family Movie
This is a warm and pleasing movie. Good wins out and compassion heals all concerned. It's fun to watch too. Reindeer, determined and loving little girl, and crusty father all come together in a well written plot. If you don't find something to like in this tale, I'll feel sorry for you.
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My favorite Christmas movie
One of my favorites!
I love this movie and can't wait to watch it with my 4 yr old grand daughter this weekend - she will love it. If your child loves animals - they will love this movie. All around great family movie that warms the heart. The entire family ended up watching the movie from young to grandma and grandpa's. Everyone commented what a cute movie!
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