Grumpy Old Santa
Grumpy Old Santa is a Christmas comedy movie filled with heart, humor, and the spirit of the holidays. Directed by Jay Dee Walters, the film stars Glenn Morshower (24, Transformers), Kevin Farley (The Waterboy), and Gary Valentine (The King of Queens). The story follows Nic, a recently divorced father whose life unravels just as his daughter leaves for college. Set in East Texas, this holiday film mixes family drama, laugh-out-loud comedy, and festive charm as Nic stumbles into a new chapter and rediscovers what truly matters during Christmas.
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With its small-town setting, quirky characters, and heartfelt message, Grumpy Old Santa has become a must-watch holiday family movie. Audiences looking for a fresh Christmas film will enjoy its blend of festive comedy and touching life lessons. Now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Tubi, YouTube Movies & TV (Free with Ads), Fandango at Home, and The Roku Channel, the film is a perfect choice for holiday movie nights. If you love Christmas comedies with stars like Glenn Morshower, Kevin Farley, and Gary Valentine, Grumpy Old Santa delivers laughter, warmth, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Name | Role | Known for |
|---|---|---|
Glenn Morshower | Nic | The Resident (2018) |
Gary Valentine | Spike | Here Comes the Boom (2012) |
Kevin P. Farley | Kris Walters | The Waterboy (1998) |
Micah Lyons | Deuce | Bad Men Must Bleed |
David D. Ford | Tim Dofarty | Something in the Woods (2015) |
Dodie Brown | Julie Walters | American Horror Story (2011) |
Gregory Fountain | Bartender (credit only) | Johnny Frank Garrett's Last Word (2016) |
Brooke Lyons | Maddie Monts | Perdition (I) (2021) |
Kimberly Gail Williams | Penny Monts | Washington's Armor (2022) |
Kara Rainer | Sandy Walters | Black Wood (2022) |
Jay Dee Walters | Sam | Porch Pirates (2024) |
Greg Parton | Terry | Just Another Convict Conflict (2019) |
Cheyenne Mobbs | Team Bowler - Team Nice | 5000 Blankets (2022) |
Pat Wesson | Mr. Santa | Cabin Girl (2023) |
Josh Mandreger | Waiter | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Diana Hernandez | BBG Gun Mom | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Misty Messer | Bowling Manager | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Courtney Goswick | Nope Girl | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Jennifer Pritchett | Town Flirt | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Melissa Eppes | Church Singer | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Tresa Jones | Town Flirt / Team Bowler | No Man's Land (2019) |
Linda Gooding | Mrs. Claus | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
Isaac Hernandez | BB Gun Kid | Grumpy Old Santa (2023) |
WD Burns | Bartender | COVID-19: Invasion (2021) |
Cody C King | Guy at Bowling Alley (uncredited) | IS-22 (2018) |