Netflix & Kurt Russell’s Festive Comedy 'The Christmas Chronicles' Climbs the Charts

Story by Jonathan Fuge

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Kurt Russell dons the red suit as Santa in a holiday comedy from 'Home Alone' director Chris Columbus that's climbing the Netflix charts

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After his breakout role as Ego in 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2', Russell is taking on the iconic role of Santa Claus in 'The Christmas Chronicles'
With a $74 million budget, the film has become one of Netflix's top-performing original holiday movies, drawing in viewers looking for a fresh take on the classic Christmas tale

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Kurt Russell, Chris Columbus, Netflix, 'The Christmas Chronicles', 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2'