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Animated Christmas Movie 'The Star' Is a Streaming Hit on Netflix
MovieWebStory by Archie Fenn
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An unlikely Nativity story animated pic from 2017 finds new life on Netflix, drawing in big-name stars and viewers alike.
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- The film 'The Star' features a star-studded voice cast including Steven Yeun, Tyler Perry, and Oprah Winfrey, proving that even a forgotten holiday movie can find a second life on streaming.
- Despite being released five years ago, 'The Star' is currently a top performer on Netflix, indicating audiences' enduring appetite for feel-good, faith-based family films during the festive season.
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Steven Yeun, Tyler Perry, Oprah Winfrey, Zachary Levi, Netflix, 'The Star'