Folkestone Harbour Arm screens Jingle All the Way
Get into the holiday spirit with this classic Christmas comedy, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as a desperate father on a mission to secure the season's most popular toy. With its blend of satire, slapstick comedy, and heartwarming moments, Jingle All the Way is a festive treat for the whole family.
Dir: Brian Levant
Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Jake Lloyd, Rita Wilson, Robert Conrad, Martin Mull, Jim Belushi
89 mins · 1996 · United States of America · Cert PG · English
IMDb 5.8/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 20% · Metacritic 34/100 · TMDB 6.1/10 · Trakt 65%
Awards: 2 wins & 4 nominations total
On Christmas Eve, a frantic father embarks on a chaotic quest to find the perfect gift for his son, navigating the challenges of last-minute shopping and competing with other desperate parents.
What kind of film is Jingle All the Way? Jingle All the Way is a family-friendly comedy with elements of adventure, directed by Brian Levant and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, and Phil Hartman, with a runtime of 89 minutes and a PG certificate.
Who made the film and what was its reception? The film was written by Randy Kornfield and produced by Chris Columbus, who rewrote the script to add satirical elements about the commercialization of Christmas. Jingle All the Way received mixed reviews from critics, with scores including 5.8/10 on IMDb, 20% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 34/100 on Metacritic, but has since become a beloved holiday classic, grossing $129.8 million worldwide and winning two awards.
When and where can I see the film? The screening of Jingle All the Way will take place on Sunday, 13 December 2026, at Folkestone Harbour Arm in Folkestone. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
nmahoney416 · 8/10
"Put that cookie down. NOW!" That is Arnold Schwarzenegger's best line ever.
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Xiofire · 8/10
My go to Christmas movie! Nothing quite beats this movies weird blend of cheesey Arnold one-liners, OTT slap stick comedy, and creepy Phil Hartman. "Who said you can eat my cookies?!"
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The Ace Face · 10/10
Great fun from beginning to end. Still as good now as it was 25 years ago, and much better than any modern day Xmas movie. Relax and enjoy Arnie in one of his classic comedy roles. 10/10.
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Jim222001 · 7/10
A Christmas guilty pleasure. Full of more cartoonish violence than the holiday spirit. Still, I find it to be dumb fun. I like how Arnold always went for being cast against type in comedies. Like playing Danny Devito’s twin, a kindergarten teacher or playing a pregnant man lol. Here, you could also picture anyone but Arnold Schwarzenegger in a movie about a dad going through the horrors of last minute Christmas shopping.
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Tequila Brie · 7/10
Schwarzenegger's rage is relatable. The message is simple but heart-warming. Overall great nostalgic Christmas entertainment. Jake Lloyd isn't annoying. I want a Turbo Man.
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manicure · 4/10
A complete mess on multiple levels, but it definitely does its job after your third glass of wine on Christmas. It felt like a shitty “Home Alone” for daddies. The mailman was truly unbearable.
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fantastickkay · 7/10
As a Minnesotan, the story is incredibly cheesy but it was great seeing landmarks around the Twin Cities! Especially Mall of America, wow what a throwback.
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Xiofire · 8/10
Another year, another viewing! A great, cheesey guilty pleasure that, once rolling, I just can't seem to turn off. It still perplexes me the radio station bombing storyline made it into the final cut. What a time the 90's were. Crazy how many points of this movie are thwarted by modern enhancements. Arnold fighting over a phone booth to phone a radio station contest when he'd just whip out his iPhone now. Hearing whispers of a late shipment of…
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