Violent Night

73%

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211 Reviews

88%

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2,500+ Verified Ratings

When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone inside hostage, the team isn't prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus (David Harbour, Black Widow, Stranger Things series) is on the grounds, and he's about to show why this Nick is no saint. Read More Read Less

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Critics Consensus

Violent Night isn't as wildly entertaining as its concept might suggest, but for those seeking harder-edged holiday fare, it may be a ho-ho-whole lot of fun.

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It could have taken its cool concept even further, but Violent Night is still a funny, gory good time -- and David Harbour is terrific as a Santa you won't want to mess with.

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Donald Clarke

Irish Times

It’s like attending a party where no two guests are on sufficiently good terms to manage even 20 minutes of civilised conversation. “Perfect for Christmas Day then,” I hear you say. Too cynical.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 10, 2022

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Stephen Romei

The Australian

112 minutes of your life rather than a day, which is a small gift...

Rated: 2/5

Dec 9, 2022

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Megan Garber

The Atlantic

Violent Night offers up a timely amalgam: It is torture p*rn that is also a morality play.

Dec 7, 2022

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Laney Gibbons

Loud and Clear Reviews

Closing the film with Slade’s “Merry Xmas Everybody” was the perfect ending to a near-perfect film, and it’s definitely a must-see this holiday season.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 3, 2024

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Zach Youngs

InSession Film

Did we need a shallow dive into a deeper, new lore about Santa? No. Do we need the inevitable sequel with Valkyrie Mrs. Claus? Probably not...

Rated: C

Jul 3, 2024

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Sarah Vincent

Sarah G Vincent Views

What elevates “Violent Night” from a mindless, holiday-themed action film was its ability to balance the violence and the heartwarming emotions.

Jun 8, 2024

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James R St Nicholas at a different level!! fun movie!! Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/31/23 Full Review The Ron This is funny and violent take on a Christmas movie. I loved it, and it's homage to Home Alone was awesome! Not a kids movie for sure. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/28/23 Full Review KJC Love it! Love it! Love it! And will own it too to watch over & over again every holiday season. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/27/23 Full Review Robert Santa Clause kicking butt in the most gruesome and graphic of ways possible. The entire movie is silly but on purpose for it's comedic effect. Watch this if you love dumb, stupid, and fun violence. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/28/23 Full Review Gigi Absolutely fantastic film! My new favorite Christmas movie in a while! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/11/23 Full Review Ruby B It was meh - Christmas meets cheesy action movie. Overall, there was a heartfelt message at the end, in true Christmas fashion. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/25/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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Tommy Wirkola Director David Harbour Santa Claus John Leguizamo Scrooge Alex Hassell Jason Lightstone Alexis Louder Linda Edi Patterson Alva Lightstone

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Santa at the Bar