Tim Allen dons the big red suit again in the newest addition to The Santa Clauses. Out now on Disney+, the series continues the saga of Scott Calvin navigating life as Santa with his family. This time around, Calvin/Claus isn't battling an evil clone of himself, or Jack Frost, but hoping to find a replacement for the big job.
The franchise has become a Christmastime staple since the original's release in 1994. With two sequels, there are plenty of heartwarming quotes that continue to instill that holiday cheer.
10 "I Think That I'm Going To Go Into The Family Business."
Charlie, The Santa Clause (1994)
Charlie's role through the first film may have been seen as the naive child, but his steadfast belief in Scott's purpose means he's all in on this new adventure.
Charlie has spent the entire movie as Scott Calvin's one confidante, and so when presented with the idea that he'll grow up in a normal profession like Neil, it's heartwarming to see him fully commit to the fantastical. For a child, Charlie's role as the sole believer in his father as Santa Claus is endlessly endearing.
9 "You Said You Were Lactose Intolerant."
Little Girl, The Santa Clause (1994)
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At the beginning of The Santa Clause, Scott Calvin runs gifts to homes around the world as the new unsuspecting Santa Claus. At one of the homes he visits, he has a sour encounter with a little girl. The next year when he returns as jolly St. Nick, the same girl re this.
The magic of Santa likely healed his lactose intolerance, but when he returns to the little girl's house the next year, her sweet gesture clearly means a lot to him. The young girl's thoughtfulness, Claus' hilarious disappointment, and the fact that she ed his intolerance makes this quote very endearing.
7 "You Believed In Me When No One Else Did."
Scott Calvin, The Santa Clause (1994)
At the climax of The Santa Clause, police officers rush to arrest Calvin due to his claims of being Santa Claus. Once his family calls off the arrest and he's reunited with Charlie, he's reminded of how important their bond is.
The relationship between Scott Calvin and his son, Charlie, is really the anchor of this film. While the other adults in his life attempt to reveal a harsh truth to Charlie about his father, Charlie refused to listen to them and continued to have faith that his father could achieve the impossible. It's all so heartwarming to watch.
6 "I'm Warming Your Heart."
Lucy, The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006)
Santa and his family are presented with many challenges in the third installment, The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause. From in-law troubles to Jack Frost's mischievous antics, the second sequel causes trouble for Claus and his family.
Despite Jack Frost being one of the franchise's funniest characters, he wants to destroy Calvin's life. At the film's climax, it's up to his bright niece, Lucy, to save the day. As Santa and the other magical beings have no power against Jack Frost's wintry powers, Lucy's human connection to Frost is heartwarming. When she gives him a hug and melts his frozen exterior, viewers are reminded of the importance of something as simple as human touch.
5 "If Your Father Christmas That Means I'm Father Christmas' Father-In-Law."
Bud, The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006)
In the three-quel, Calvin attempts to forge a relationship with his in-laws despite keeping his identity from them. Once Calvin is honest about his life at the North Pole, he gets a positive response from his icy father-in-law, Bud.
The tension surrounding Calvin's secret as Santa Claus comes from his fear of telling his in-laws the truth about him. Once he goes on his adventure to the alternate reality of not being Santa, Calvin realizes he has to tell everyone the truth. Once Calvin reconciles, his in-laws prove themselves accepting to his life.
4 "And I Will Be There For You As Long As You Continue To Believe In Me."
Scott Calvin, The Santa Clause 2 (2002)
The sequel, had some confusing elements centering on Scott Calvin's journey to find his true love. His courtship of Principal Newman takes viewers on a surprising quest, with Calvin warming her to the idea of Santa Claus and winning her heart in the process.
Much like his journey in the first film, Calvin's promise to Carol Newman hinges on the belief she must have in him, both as a romantic partner and in accepting his magical role. Carol's journey as a character is about her ing that innocence she once had and Calvin's speech is a tender proclamation of love and trust.
3 "Knowing Isn't A Burden, It's A gift."
Charlie, The Santa Clause 2 (2002)
Charlie's teenage adolescence is a large plot point of the sequel. The burden Charlie carries with knowing of his father's job causes a rift between them, but he grows to realize being the son of Santa Claus is infinitely more special than he thought.
Charlie's growth in the sequel culminates in a speech he gives his cousin, Lucy, about the importance of believing in Santa Claus. Charlie's reconciliation with his father about his absence leads him to embrace the magic instead of reject it. This acknowledgment of accepting the Santa Claus secret leads to a beautiful and touching moment between the cousins.
2 "Seeing Isn't Believing. Believing Is Seeing."
Little Elf Judy - The Santa Clause (1994)
A lot of things from The Santa Clause franchise doesn't make sense, but this quote encapsulates the franchise's heart. The little elf Judy says this to Scott Calvin when he comes the North Pole after he states that he does not believe in the magic he stumbled upon.
The premise of the first film is the idea that the adults don't believe in Santa Claus because they can't see him. This particular quote is spoken throughout the franchise often because of its simplicity- when something is unlikely to be witnessed, its absence is expected, but when a person holds true to belief, possibility exists.
1 "Right Dad? !"
Charlie - The Santa Clause (1994)
Charlie is Scott Calvin's constant throughout the first movie as he goes through a drastic transition to become Santa Claus. The rational adults see that Calvin lose his custody rights, which devastates him, and he distances himself from his magical role.
When Scott distances himself from his duty as Santa, Charlie gives him a magical snow globe to help reinvigorate his calling. Charlie's plea to Scott about ing their magical adventures helps convince Scott he really is Santa, and it's a heartwarming moment that gets him back to who he's meant to be.
