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Dear Santa
Bobby Farrelly · Film · 2024
If you loved Dear Santa, you enjoy stories where innocent human lives collide with supernatural forces in unexpectedly hilarious ways.
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Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book
Rod Campbell · Book · 2015
Explores: Animals, Problem Solving, Letters.
Like Dear Santa, this book centers on the anticipation of a mysterious delivery, capturing that same tactile sense of wonder and surprise when the wrong package arrives at your door.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
J. K. Rowling · Book · 1997
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Orphanhood, Friendship.
If the young protagonist's journey in Dear Santa resonated with you, you will appreciate this classic tale of a child thrust into a magical world where good confronts ancient evil.
Just for the Summer
Abby Jimenez · Book · 2024
Explores: Fate, Superstition, Family Relationships.
Much like the awkward supernatural pact in Dear Santa, this story explores how life-altering connections form when people are forced into unusual arrangements they never saw coming.
Holly
Stephen King · Book · 2023
Explores: Missing Persons, Cults, Obsession.
While darker in tone, this narrative shares the sense of dread and dark comedy found in Dear Santa, as a protagonist deals with intrusive forces disrupting their domestic life.
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My Demon
Choi A-il · Series · 2023
Explores: Contract Marriage, Forced Proximity, Enemies to Lovers.
You will recognize the dynamic from Dear Santa in this supernatural romance, where a powerful, non-human entity finds his existence completely upended by an unexpected human entanglement.
Hazbin Hotel
Vivienne Medrano · Series · 2024
Shares a thread with Dear Santa: Dark Comedy.
If the premise of a devilish figure seeking redemption or purpose in Dear Santa intrigued you, this series offers a hilarious and musical take on misfits navigating hellish circumstances.
High Potential
Drew Goddard · Series · 2024
Explores: Unlikely Partnerships, Brilliant Outsider, Single Parent.
The unlikely partnership between a human and an outsider in Dear Santa is mirrored here, as a brilliant individual navigates a world that rarely understands their unique perspective.
IT: Welcome to Derry
Andy Muschietti · Series · 2025
Explores: Childhood Trauma, Ancient Evil, Group of Friends.
This series captures the childhood wonder and underlying terror of Dear Santa, focusing on how a group of misfit friends must confront a lurking, ancient evil in their town.
Podcasts on the same thread
SmartLess
Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett · Podcast · 2026
Explores: camaraderie, spontaneity, shared life experiences.
The organic hilarity and camaraderie found in Dear Santa extend to this podcast, where spontaneous, thoughtful dialogue creates a unique connection between the hosts and their audience.
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
Much like the personality-driven humor of Dear Santa, this show relies on self-deprecating wit and the exploration of complex social dynamics to create a truly memorable comedic experience.
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Common questions
Is Dear Santa based on a book?
Yes, the 2024 film Dear Santa is based on the book of the same title. Both versions follow the story of a dyslexic sixth grader who accidentally sends a letter to Satan instead of Santa Claus.
What is the plot of Dear Santa?
In Dear Santa, a sixth grader named Liam writes to Santa to prove he is real. Due to his dyslexia, he accidentally mails the letter to Satan, who arrives at Liam's home expecting a fanboy and seeking to claim the boy's soul.
Who directed the movie Dear Santa?
The 2024 film Dear Santa was directed by Bobby Farrelly. The story centers on a comedic misunderstanding involving a letter addressed to the wrong recipient, leading to an unexpected visit from Satan to a young boy named Liam.
Does the movie Dear Santa feature a character named Liam?
Yes, Liam is the main character in Dear Santa. He is a sixth grader who is dyslexic and accidentally sends his letter meant for Santa to Satan, which serves as the primary catalyst for the events in the film.