In the Nick of Time is a 1991 American made-for-television Christmas fantasy-comedy film directed by George T. Miller. The film was first telecast December 16, 1991 on NBC.
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Plot
The old Santa Claus (Bridges) has seven days to find the new Santa Claus (Tucker) and pass the torch to him. The only problem is the new Santa Claus is a curmudgeon who lost his wife and his will to live. He works as a reporter for The Chicago Sun Times, which is a throwback to Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, and has to rediscover the joy of Christmas. At the last minute, he realizes what is important and becomes the new Santa Claus.
Cast
Lloyd Bridges as Santa Claus
Michael Tucker as Ben Talbot
Cleavon Little as Freddy (last appearance)
Conrad Bergschneider]] as Louie
Matt Birman as Window Dresser
Richard Blackburn as William
Steve Cliffe as Gang Member #1
Jessica DiCicco - Aimee Misch
Lucy Filippone as Sheila
Elvira Graham as Tough Chick
Ted Hanlan as Ward Santa
Thomas Hauff as Figgus
Ken James - Ridley
Phillip Jarrett as Cop
Jamie Jones as Nick
Michael Lamport as Godfrey
Alison La Placa - Susan Rosewell
Corey Macri as Gang Member #2
A Martinez as Charlie Misch
Martin Martinuzzi as Bartender
Jenny Parsons as Melina Liviakis
Adrian Paul as Interviewer
Bryan Renfro as Folksinger
Jackie Richardson as Nurse
Wayne Robson as Melvin
Roland Smith - Messenger
Audrey Webb as Sheila
Thick Wilson as Street Santa