New on Prime Video | A Christmas Horror Story (2015) | StreamingGuide.ca

Interweaving tales of terror unfold on Christmas Eve. A haunted high school, a changeling, a malicious Santa, and a family entering a terrifying alternate reality, all are knitted into a horrid holiday tapestry. Although these seemingly disparate stories appear unrelated at first, they come together in an unexpected twist, providing a chilling through-line that upends typical holiday cheer. These disparate tales of holiday horror serve as a morbid yet enthralling reminder of the darker aspects that can lurk behind festivity and celebration.

Length: 1h39m
Genre: Horror, Thriller
This Title is: Dark, Suspenseful

A CHRISTMAS HORROR STORY IS STREAMING TODAY ON PRIME VIDEO CANADA!

Trailer

Cast

William Shatner as Dangerous Dan
George Buza as Santa Claus
Zoé De Grand Maison as Molly

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: 18+ (for strong horror violence, language, and some sexuality)

Viewer discretion is advised due to disturbing images, violence, and some sexual content.

Trivia

Despite its Christmas theme, “A Christmas Horror Story” was released in July 2015.
The role of Dangerous Dan is played by William Shatner, renowned for his role as Captain Kirk in “Star Trek”.
The film features several stories that converge but are also narratively interwoven, reminiscent of anthology-style storytelling.

Our Review

“A Christmas Horror Story” elevates the anthology horror genre by weaving together disparate threads of terror against the seemingly innocuous backdrop of holiday festivities. The film intriguingly intertwines various stories, each delivering its unique flavor of fright, while subtly hinting at the grim interconnectedness of all tales from the start. The performances, especially from William Shatner and George Buza, bring a blend of serious and slightly hammed-up portrayals that perfectly befit the genre. Some narratives arguably outshine others, yet the final payoff, combined with a blend of supernatural and psychologically driven stories, ensures an engaging watch for fans of horror that doesn’t take itself too seriously.