Violent Night

Jason Lightstone and his estranged wife Alexis arrive at Gertrude's mansion in Greenwich, Connecticut, for a festive Christmas celebration. Their daughter Trudy expresses her desire for family unity through an old Walkie-Talkie, believing it connects her to Santa.

The Christmas gathering includes Jason's family members, such as his sister Alva and her boyfriend Morgan, among others. Despite the festive atmosphere, underlying tensions are palpable among the estranged family.

A group of mercenaries led by Mr. Scrooge, masquerading as caterers, invades the mansion and takes everyone hostage. The situation escalates quickly as the staff is brutally murdered, and chaos ensues.

Just as the chaos intensifies, Santa arrives to the scene, coinciding with gunfire that scares his reindeer. He realizes he must intervene to rescue Trudy and her family from the mercenaries.

Mr. Scrooge reveals his demand for $300 million hidden in a vault, money originally intended for a humanitarian project but wrongfully taken by Gertrude. The stakes are raised as the family’s lives hang in the balance.

Using the Walkie-Talkie, Santa comforts Trudy while sharing his past as Nicomund, a Viking warrior. He expresses his struggles with love and how the magic of Christmas doesn't always hold strong.

While Scrooge and his henchmen plot, Trudy flees to the attic for safety. Santa discovers her whereabouts and tries to reassure her through their communication device.

Internal betrayal surfaces among Gertrude's defenders, leading to Morgan's untimely death in the woods. This incident heightens the tension as Scrooge intensifies his threats to the remaining family members.

Faced with the crumbling family ties, Jason admits to taking the hidden money from an outdoor nativity scene. This revelation adds to the already critical situation the family is enduring.

In a poignant moment, Gertrude acknowledges Jason as her heir, signifying a family legacy of forgiveness and transformation. This emotional turning point brings renewed focus to the impending confrontation with Scrooge.

As the hunt for Santa heats up, a final showdown occurs in a shed. Armed with a sledgehammer, Santa fights against the remaining mercenaries as Trudy ingeniously sets traps to help defeat them.

Santa successfully rescues Trudy from the attic, where she and her family converge to confront the remaining mercenaries. Their teamwork leads to the defeat of Candy Cane, restoring hope in the midst of chaos.

In the climactic battle, Santa faces Scrooge and his henchmen, showcasing resilience despite sustaining injuries. Trudy's unwavering faith in Santa begins to reignite the magic of Christmas.

In a decisive moment, Santa defeats Scrooge, while Gertrude takes down Thorp, cementing their family's courage. This victory comes at a cost, but it signifies the reclaiming of their holiday spirit.

With the battle concluded, Santa retrieves his long-lost weapon, Skullcrusher, revitalizing his spirit as he prepares to continue his journey. The family embraces the magic of Christmas once again.

In a lighthearted mid-credits moment, Bert starts vlogging about Santa's existence beside a mercenary. He encourages viewers to embrace the spirit of Christmas and be good, spreading joy to audiences.