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Mrs. Claus Nearly Came Early: A Different Story
6 Aug
Summary
- Mrs. Claus was almost a different character in the first film.
- Kristen Bell was considered a 'Christmas miracle' for the role.
- The sequel sees Santa trying to regain his magic and fight a mobster.
The writers behind the holiday action-comedy "Violent Night" almost featured Mrs. Claus in the original 2022 film, but this character would have been significantly different. Producer Kelly McCormick explained that an early introduction would have necessitated a different narrative for the sequel.
McCormick expressed immense satisfaction with Kristen Bell's casting as Mrs. Claus for "Violent Night 2," describing her arrival as a "Christmas happening." Bell's performance is lauded for her ability to support Santa's journey back to the nice list while also delivering impactful action sequences.
The upcoming "Violent Night 2" will follow Santa Claus, portrayed by David Harbour, as he navigates being on the Naughty List and losing his magic. He must confront a ruthless mobster who is terrorizing a mall, all while rediscovering the true spirit of Christmas.
