Noelle

On Christmas Eve, Kris Kringle, better known as Santa Claus, visits a cozy home to deliver gifts. During this cheerful encounter, he meets a young girl named Noelle and playfully asks her to keep his visit a secret, highlighting the warmth of the festive spirit.

As Kris enjoys a family gathering, he presents a special Santa hat to his son, Nick, designating him as the future Santa. This moment is bittersweet for Noelle, who realizes she has a different role to play in spreading Christmas cheer.

Years later, following their father's passing, Nick finds it challenging to take on the responsibilities of Santa. His inadequacies lead to comedic situations, including a mishap with the sleigh, demonstrating his struggles with this new identity.

During a heartfelt conversation, Noelle encourages Nick to take some time off for himself. This moment of advice, meant to relieve Nick's stress, unwittingly results in Nick's disappearance which sends everyone at the North Pole into a panic.

In the chaos following Nick's disappearance, the North Pole's community appoints Gabe, the tech-savvy cousin, as Santa. Feeling a sense of blame, Noelle grapples with the unexpected changes and her family's legacy.

Noelle and Polly find themselves on an unexpected sleigh ride, leading them away from the North Pole. Their wild adventure lands them in Phoenix, Arizona, setting the stage for new challenges ahead.

In Phoenix, Noelle and Polly encounter legal troubles and must persuade the local manager, Helen Rojas, to dismiss the charges against them. This adds another layer of complications to their already challenging journey.

While searching for Nick, Noelle meets a doubtful private investigator named Jake Hapman. Initially skeptical about her claims, Jake begins to warm up to Noelle as they navigate through personal issues and humorous situations.

As Noelle develops a bond with Jake, she also becomes involved with his son, Alex. Their interactions teach Alex valuable lessons about kindness, Christmas spirit, and the true meaning of family.

Back home, the North Pole falls into disarray under Gabe's unconventional methods for determining who is naughty or nice. As tensions rise, the community feels the strain of the holiday spirit waning.

Noelle finally tracks down Nick and emphasizes the urgency of returning home. Their shared experiences lead them to don disguises and spread joy at a local mall, although their attempts face several hiccups.

As Noelle and Nick attempt to bring joy to children, they encounter additional challenges due to Gabe's app stirring discontent among families. Noelle’s resolve is continuously tested as she navigates feelings of inadequacy.

In a pivotal moment, Jake offers his support to Noelle, helping her articulate her true intentions regarding Christmas. With their combined efforts, they rally Nick and work together to address the escalating crisis at the North Pole.

Noelle, Nick, Jake, and Polly make a triumphant return to the North Pole, united in purpose. After a heartfelt declaration of their commitment to the holiday, Noelle overcomes doubts regarding her capabilities as Santa.

As Noelle takes on the mantle of Santa, she learns to redefine the role, guided by her experiences and the support of her community. Ultimately, she celebrates the true magic of Christmas through acts of giving and cherishing others.