Based on Grammy®-winner Harry Connick, Jr.?s original song, THE HAPPY ELF will be sure to ring in the season with loads of holiday laughter. This delightful animated adventure is the story of Eubie, one of Santa?s ... more »helpers whose overly optimistic outlook is put to the test when he decides to bring Christmas joy to a sad little town called Bluesville. Will Eubie?s unbridled enthusiasm be too much for the town?s austere authority? Featuring the voice and brand-new holiday songs of Harry Connick, Jr. and the voice talents of Carol Kane, Lewis Black, Rob Paulsen, and Mickey Rooney. With tons of comedy and adventure along the way, THE HAPPY ELF is destined to be a Christmas classic the whole family will enjoy.« less
Actor:Voice of Harry Connick Jr Genres:Animation Sub-Genres:Animation Studio:Starz / Anchor Bay Format:DVD - Color - Animated DVD Release Date: 12/06/2005 Original Release Date: 01/01/2005 Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/2005 Release Year: 2005 Run Time: 0hr 45min Screens: Color Number of Discs: 1 SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Total Copies: 2 Members Wishing: 0 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English
Ruth S. from PLANTSVILLE, CT Reviewed on 8/16/2009...
A happy reminder that Christmas is about caring.
Movie Reviews
Harry Connick Jr does Christmas
Immortal Kazushi | Texas | 12/30/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Harry Connick Jr! Isn't that enough! Okay, so I'm a big fan of the man, but this show's pretty good on its own, although the music and narration wouldn't be the same without him.
Forty-five minutes is a little shorter than I cared for, but that's what they gave us (an extra few minutes wouldn't have hurt much). We get to follow a Happy Little Elf called Eubie who tries to make some naughty kids turn nice. Not too sappy, and still a possible Christmas classic.
The DVD set's not too shabby. Aside from the film there are quite a few extras including a box that lights up and plays a little tidbit from the theme music.
There are quite a few good laughs in here. This film is very suitable for the older kids, but not for babies; teens and adults with a since of humor will also enjoy this flick. It will even be nice throughout the year!
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Taser gun not necessary.
momofthree3 | Crystal Lake, Il USA | 12/19/2005
(2 out of 5 stars)
"We watched this with our kids one evening. It was a decent movie, certainly not the high quality of the christmas classics. When Eubie the elf went down to help the small town get off the naughty list, the Santa security team arrives to take him back to the north pole, not with a net, or a bag but with a TASER GUN. They shocked him with it, or so you assume because they show him blacking out after they "Zap" it into the air. It was not the type of thing I had expected to have to explain to my young kids while watching a christmas cartoon about a happy elf. It was in very bad taste."
I must dispute the AWFUL review left for this movie!!
Andrea | Cincinnati, OH USA | 11/04/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I purchased this DVD last week even though I had never heard of it before. I hadn't watched it yet, and the other night I was curious to see what people said about it. After reading the "review" from the lady that said it was "Disgusting", I was completely bummed and hesitant to watch the movie. Well, I just got done watching it, and now I am left wondering....LADY, DID WE WATCH THE SAME MOVIE??
First of all, in the beginning when the little girl says "shut up", it was said in the context of "nooo way", which is how kid's say it these days. And it was the ONLY time it was said. There is NO bad language, and NO HISSING CHILDREN.
It was a cute Christmas movie, with a happy conquers sad theme. I really enjoyed it and can't wait to share it with my nieces and nephews.
As for it being scary, the only way your child will "soil their pants" is if your child is scared of candy and puppy dogs!!!"
Move over Charlie Brown, there's a new show in town!
Momma Dish | Charlotte, NC | 12/31/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Add this to your list of favorite Christmas programs! After seeing the show on NBC, I had to own it for my 9 year old daughter (OK, so it was really for me!)
This is a very cute show based on a toe-tapping song by the incomparable Harry Connick Jr. Watch as Eubie the Elf tries to spread a little holiday cheer and niceness. Go out and get yours today- you won't want to wait until next year to see this!"
A Great Christmas Movie!!
momofthree3 | 12/09/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This movie was so good, Eubie, the main elf is so cute and so funny. The Christmas story is really great, and I loved the animation. Christmas is my favorite time of year, and this movie really gets you into the spirit.
The music was really fun, and especially the song called The happy Elf. I loved how they showed Eubie skateboarding around Santa's workshop. I also really liked Santa. This movie is so funny, it will keep you laughing!
I hope they make more of these movies, it's one of my all time favorites!"