Common Sense Media Review
By Stephanie Snyder
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Stop-motion graphics bring positive messages, holiday cheer.
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Mickey Saves Christmas
What's the Story?
In MICKEY SAVES CHRISTMAS, Mickey Mouse plans a perfect Christmas holiday at a snowy cabin for his friends. Pluto accidentally causes Santa's sleigh to crash into the roof of the cabin, and all the presents onboard end up in the lake. Determined to save Christmas, Mickey and his friends head to the North Pole for gifts for the kids of Hot Dog Hills. Will they make it back in time for the big day?
Is It Any Good?
Stop-motion graphics bring back the nostalgia of holiday classics in this Disney special. Mickey Saves Christmas is a sweet story of teamwork and putting others first during the time of year when it's easy to get caught up in self. Young viewers will benefit from the positive messages and will love the festive holiday music sung by their Disney favorites. Their grown-ups will likely enjoy the stop-motion graphics, reminiscent of holiday classics like Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about teamwork in Mickey Saves Christmas. How do Mickey and his friends work together at Santa's workshop? What are they able to accomplish working together? What does the show teach about teamwork?
Why do Santa and Mrs. Claus go back for Prancer? What does this make you think about how we should treat the members of our group?
What is your favorite part of the holidays? What are you most looking forward to this year?
TV Details
- Premiere date : November 27, 2022
- Cast : Bret Iwan , Kaitlyn Robrock , Bill Farmer
- Network : ABC
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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