Join Arthur Christmas at Showcase Cinema de Lux
Get ready to discover the secrets of Santa's high-tech operation and enjoy a heartwarming Christmas story with Arthur Christmas. Director Sarah Smith is known for her work on Flushed Away, and she brings her unique touch to this animated Christmas comedy.
Dir: Sarah Smith
Cast: James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Bill Nighy, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton, Ashley Jensen, Marc Wootton, Laura Linney
97 mins · 2011 · United Kingdom, United States of America · Cert U · English, Spanish
IMDb 7.1/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 93% · Metacritic 69/100 · TMDB 6.8/10 · Trakt 74%
Awards: Nominated for 2 BAFTA Awards. 3 wins & 23 nominations total
Arthur Christmas (15th Anniversary)
4 Nov 2026 – 13 Nov 2026
Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater (Greenhithe)
Sarah Smith, the director behind Flushed Away, has created a unique and entertaining Christmas film with Arthur Christmas. The movie features a talented voice cast, including James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, and Bill Nighy, who bring to life the characters of the Claus family and their high-tech operation at the North Pole. • The film's storyline is full of humour and heart, as Arthur, the misfit son of Santa, embarks on a mission to deliver a present to a child who was missed on Christmas Eve. • With its stunning animation and clever script, Arthur Christmas has received widespread critical acclaim, holding a 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 69 out of 100 on Metacritic. • The film's themes of family, kindness, and the true spirit of Christmas have resonated with audiences, making it a modern holiday classic that people return to every year.
On Wednesday, 4 November 2026, Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe will be screening Arthur Christmas as part of its 15th-anniversary celebration. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The film's runtime is 1 hour 38 minutes, and it is rated PG, making it suitable for all ages. With its unique blend of humour, adventure, and heart, Arthur Christmas is the perfect film to get you in the mood for the holiday season.
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What viewers say
notnixon · 7/10
I keep coming back to this every Christmas. Properly British humour that hits the spot for me.
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SparklinDiamond · 7/10
Lovable animated Christmas film I hadn't watched till last year. I think I will rewatch it every Christmas now.
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nmahoney416 · 6/10
This is definitely an unique take on Santa. I just wish the story was a little better.
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MacabreVerse · 4/10
_Arthur Christmas_ is often praised as a modern holiday classic, something people happily rewatch every Christmas season. Unfortunately, for me it turned out to be the exact opposite: a film that actively repels rather than warms, and one I couldn’t finish without forcing myself. Despite endless repetitions of “Merry Christmas,” the film is almost completely devoid of any genuine Christmas spirit. There is no sense of quiet, warmth, or intimacy…
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magnusthorek · 7/10
And because of this movie, we are happy :)
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n4ch370 · 8/10
Since I saw the Chicken Run movie, I have always loved the Aardman studio's animation style. This time, they decided to make this film in 3D animation instead of doing it in the Stop-Motion style. And coincidentally, it worked perfectly with the type of story it has told. Honestly, I really liked how they set the typical Santa Claus story in a not-too-distant "future"; clearly one of the strong points of this film.
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ArielRodriguez · 7/10
Good movie, it has moments of decline but in general it is good... and like any good children's animated film: unforgettable characters. Recommended for these dates.
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mjm9878 · 8/10
It really has it all. Love the story, concept and animation. The most perfect Christmas Eve film EVER.
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