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My Secret Santa (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A single mom needs a job. A ski resort needs a Santa. Disguised as a St. Nick lookalike, can Taylor fool a charming hotel heir into ho-ho-hiring her?

Rated PG • 2025 • 1h 33m

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My Secret Santa is a lighthearted holiday romance following Taylor Jacobson, a struggling single mother who disguises herself as an elderly male Santa to secure a job at a ski resort. The film centers on her comedic ruse, her budding connection with the resort owner's son, Matthew, and the eventual discovery of her secret. Parents should note mild innuendo, brief scenes involving alcohol, and a snowboarding injury that provides a… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Alexandra Breckenridge
Alexandra Breckenridge
Ryan Eggold
Ryan Eggold
Tia Mowry
Tia Mowry
Madison MacIsaac
Madison MacIsaac
Diana Maria Riva
Diana Maria Riva
Nathan Kay
Nathan Kay
William Vaughan
William Vaughan
Adam Beauchesne
Adam Beauchesne
Dominic Fox
Dominic Fox
Barry W. Levy
Barry W. Levy
Sasha Rojen
Sasha Rojen
KG
Kerrington Gillespie
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Is My Secret Santa appropriate for kids?

My Secret Santa is a lighthearted holiday romance following Taylor Jacobson, a struggling single mother who disguises herself as an elderly male Santa to secure a job at a ski resort. The film centers on her comedic ruse, her budding connection with the resort owner's son… Read more — free account

Content severity in My Secret Santa

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in My Secret Santa, moment by moment

  1. 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  2. 0:48 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  3. 0:55 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in My Secret Santa

Mild innuendo is present. A character expresses romantic interest in the 'Santa' persona, leading to playful flirtation. A locker room scene features men in towels, with one instance of a character dropping a towel, though no nudity is shown.

Violence and gore in My Secret Santa

Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The primary incident involves a teenage character getting injured while snowboarding, which prompts a trip to the hospital. There are no fights or physical altercations.

Language in My Secret Santa

Language is very clean, featuring only a single instance of the word 'badass' used in dialogue.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in My Secret Santa

There are brief, infrequent scenes involving characters consuming alcohol in social settings like parties and dinners.

Mature themes in My Secret Santa

The narrative touches on common family stressors, including financial hardship, the challenges of single parenthood, the loss of a parent, and the importance of honesty in personal relationships.

Scary moments in My Secret Santa

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for My Secret Santa yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is My Secret Santa appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests My Secret Santa is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. My Secret Santa is a lighthearted holiday romance following Taylor Jacobson, a struggling single mother who disguises herself as an elderly male Santa to secure a job at a ski resort. The film centers on her comedic…

What age rating does My Secret Santa have?

My Secret Santa is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is My Secret Santa about?

My Secret Santa is a lighthearted holiday romance following Taylor Jacobson, a struggling single mother who disguises herself as an elderly male Santa to secure a job at a ski resort. The film centers on her comedic ruse, her budding connection with the resort owner's son, Matthew, and the eventual discovery of her…

Is there sex or nudity in My Secret Santa?

Mild innuendo is present. A character expresses romantic interest in the 'Santa' persona, leading to playful flirtation. A locker room scene features men in towels, with one instance of a character dropping a towel, though no nudity is shown.

How violent is My Secret Santa?

Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The primary incident involves a teenage character getting injured while snowboarding, which prompts a trip to the hospital. There are no fights or physical altercations.

Is the language in My Secret Santa appropriate for kids?

Language is very clean, featuring only a single instance of the word 'badass' used in dialogue.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in My Secret Santa?

There are brief, infrequent scenes involving characters consuming alcohol in social settings like parties and dinners.

What mature themes appear in My Secret Santa?

The narrative touches on common family stressors, including financial hardship, the challenges of single parenthood, the loss of a parent, and the importance of honesty in personal relationships.

How long is My Secret Santa?

My Secret Santa runs 93 minutes, directed by Mike Rohl, released in 2025.

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