Ranking November 2018's Movies From Worst To Best

16. The Christmas Chronicles

The Christmas Chronicles Kurt Russell
Netflix

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 66% (5.8/10)

Box Office: The Christmas Chronicles went straight-to-Netflix.

Verdict: Netflix traditionally dumps a heap of forgettable Christmas films on their streaming platform this time of year, and the one actually worth seeking out this year stars Kurt freaking Russell as a gruff, quick-witted Santa Claus who loves to sing.

The core of the film may be pure, generic holiday schmaltz, but Russell gives a genuinely stellar performance, fully committed to the part and playing it surprisingly straight for the most part.

The definition of easy viewing, and Russell's involvement ensures adults should get a kick out of it alongside their kids.

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