Release Date: December 2024 (United States)
Director: Ross Kagan Marks
Writers: Mary Haarmeyer, Judy Pennell
Production Company: Inspirado
Estimated Budget: $700,000
Story
In the upcoming holiday film Santa’s Cousin, Santa Claus faces a daunting task as the Christmas season approaches. With his usual helpers overwhelmed, he turns to his shy and reluctant cousin, Colton, for assistance. Colton, more at ease with horses than people, is sent on a special mission to a small New Mexico town that is in desperate need of some holiday cheer.
The town’s Christmas Jubilee, a cherished annual event, is on the brink of cancellation, threatening to dampen the spirits of the local residents. Colton, despite his reservations, accepts the challenge and sets off on this festive journey. Upon arrival, he meets Natalie, a determined woman who is striving to make the holiday season memorable for her special needs son, Zack. As Colton and Natalie work together to save the Jubilee, they find themselves creating a little Christmas magic and perhaps even discovering love along the way.
Plot
The romantic holiday film “Santa’s Cousin” is slated for release in December 2024. In this charming film directed by Ross Kagan Marks, a talented cast, including Eliza Roberts as Mrs. Claus, Jonathan Stoddard as his reluctant cousin Colton, and Eric Roberts as Santa Claus, star. With the picturesque setting of a small New Mexico town, the film looks to be a charming story full of romance and holiday cheer.
Santa Claus (Eric Roberts) is busier than ever getting ready for his big night on December 25th as Christmas draws near. But in order to bring holiday magic to a struggling small town in New Mexico, he finds himself in need of additional assistance. Santa’s quiet and reserved cousin Colton (Jonathan Stoddard), who would much prefer spend his days taking care of horses than interacting with people, enters the scene. Despite his reluctance, Colton accepts Santa’s request and sets off on a mission to save the town’s Christmas Jubilee.
When Colton first gets to the town, he meets Natalie (Alexandra Harris), a strong woman who is making every effort to give her special needs son Zack (Malcolm Engel) a memorable holiday season. Colton and Natalie set out on a joint mission to unite the neighborhood, bringing joy and a touch of holiday magic with them as they go. As they work to save the Jubilee, they may also discover a spark of love between them, making this Christmas one they’ll never forget.
Cast
Eric Roberts as Santa Claus
Jonathan Stoddard as Colton
Eliza Roberts as Mrs. Claus
Alexandra Harris as Natalie
Kirk Roos as Cookie Judge
Mark Speno as Duane Bowser
Natali Jones as Sophia
Nick Check as Tripp
Malcolm Engel as Zack
Jessica N. Jimenez as Morgan Welsh
Jamey Maurice Clay as Gilbert
Knut Brekke as Benjamin
Victor Waggoner as Family Dad (credit only)
Kim P Hill as Robyn