
In the Nick of Time
Seen it?1991 | 89 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Family, TV Movie
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- One for anyone looking for a holiday tradition and anyone who wants a laugh. Made to be watched with the tree lit.
- The mood
- Light and funny, feel-good.
- The pace
- Paced for all ages, at 1 hr 29 min. Short enough for a weeknight.
- What might put you off
- No age rating on record, so check it first for young kids.
- Skip it if you're after something serious tonight.
Santa Claus is up for retirement after his 300 years, and he searches New York City for a replacement.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 4K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by George T. Miller
- Lloyd BridgesSanta Claus
- Michael TuckerBen Talbot
- Cleavon LittleFreddy
- A MartinezCharlie Misch
- Conrad BergschneiderLouie
- Matt BirmanWindow Dresser
- Jessica DiCiccoAimee Misch
- Thomas HauffFiggus
- Phillip JarrettCop