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Prancer Returns (2001)

Prancer Returns (2001), directed by Joshua Butler, starring Gavin Fink and John Corbett.

11/20/2001 BR Comedy and Family 1h 30m

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This holiday-themed children's film offers a unique take on the legend of Santa Claus and his tiny reindeer. In this movie, a young boy finds a deer in the forest he is sure is Santa's beloved Prancer. Determined to return the creature to the North Pole and his rightful destiny, the child overcomes the cynicism of his family to teach them and us a lesson about the true spirit of Christmas.

  • Bruce WorrallCinematography
  • Joshua ButlerDirector
  • Kristin WilkinsonOriginal music
  • Randy MillerOriginal music

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Prancer Returns is a 2001 fantasy drama film. It serves as a direct-to-video sequel to the 1989 film Prancer.

Alecia Elliott recorded the theme song "If You Believe" for the movie and soundtrack.

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Prancer Returns is a 2001 fantasy drama film. It serves as a direct-to-video sequel to the 1989 film Prancer.

Alecia Elliott recorded the theme song "If You Believe" for the movie and soundtrack.

Plot

Preteen siblings from a broken marriage live with their mother, Denise, in Three Oaks, Michigan. Ryan, the oldest, wants to go live with their father in Chicago. This confuses shy Charlie, the youngest, who is also the butt of bigger school kids' often mean pranks. Then he finds a reindeer on his way home from school, which he believes to be Prancer's son, also called Prancer, which he tries to hide at home. Ryan's help bonds him and Charlie again. Alas, when Prancer gets out, evil vice principal James is bitten and wants him put down. Charlie runs away with his protégé. Denise struggles, but her brother's old friend, handyman Tom, comes to Charlie's rescue.

Cast

John Corbett as Tom Sullivan

Stacy Edwards as Denise Holton

Michael O'Keefe as James Klock

Jack Palance as Old Man Richards

Robert Clark as Ryan Holton

Gavin Fink as Charlie Holton

Hayley Lochner as Jamie

Jonathan Malen as Scott

Richard Banel as Horace

J.C. Kenny as Charlotte Purcell

Reg Dreger as Three Oaks' Mayor

Doe as Prancer

Darren T. Knaus as Prancer (vocal effects; uncredited)

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On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has 2 reviews listed, both are positive.

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Prancer Returns at IMDb

Prancer Returns at Rotten Tomatoes

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What is Prancer Returns about?

Prancer Returns: This holiday-themed children's film offers a unique take on the legend of Santa Claus and his tiny reindeer. In this movie, a young boy finds a deer in the forest he is sure is Santa's beloved Prancer. Determined to return the creature to the North Pole and his rightful destiny, the child overcomes the cynicism of his…

Who directed Prancer Returns?

Prancer Returns was directed by Joshua Butler in 2001.

Who stars in Prancer Returns?

The cast of Prancer Returns includes Gavin Fink, John Corbett, Stacy Edwards, Jack Palance and Michael O'Keefe.

How long is Prancer Returns?

Prancer Returns runs for 90 minutes, or 1h30.

What is the correct order of the Prancer: Coleção films?

The Prancer: Coleção franchise has 3 films in the catalogue. In release order: Um Natal Mágico; Prancer Returns; Prancer: Um Conto de Natal.

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