Christmas at the Kringles Lands R Rating Ahead of October 30 Release
The MPA rated the Kevin Lewis horror-comedy R for strong bloody violence, language and some sexual material.
Christmas at the Kringles has been rated R by the Motion Picture Association for some strong bloody violence, language and some sexual material, according to Bloody Disgusting. The rating arrives ahead of the film's theatrical release on October 30, 2026.
Kevin Lewis directed the film from a script by Zack Imbrogno. Ron Livingston leads the cast as a man who teams with Santa, played by Rob Riggle, to survive Christmas.
The cast also includes Rachel Bilson, Arden Myrin, Beverly D'Angelo, David Wain, Thomas Lennon and Donald Faison. Briarcliff Entertainment is releasing the film.
Lewis previously directed Willy's Wonderland and Pig Hill. An official trailer for Christmas at the Kringles was released previously.
Quick answers
When is Christmas at the Kringles released in theaters?
The film opens in theaters on October 30, 2026.
Why is Christmas at the Kringles rated R?
The MPA cited some strong bloody violence, language and some sexual material.
Who stars in Christmas at the Kringles?
Ron Livingston leads the cast, with Rob Riggle as Santa. Rachel Bilson, Arden Myrin, Beverly D'Angelo, David Wain, Thomas Lennon and Donald Faison also star.