Elf(2003)
Discover your inner elf.
Synopsis
When young Buddy falls into Santa's gift sack on Christmas Eve, he's transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa's helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can't shake the nagging feeling that he doesn't belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.
Directed by Jon Favreau
Where to watch Elf
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Trailer
Cast
Will Ferrell
Buddy
James Caan
Walter
Bob Newhart
Papa Elf
Ed Asner
Santa
Mary Steenburgen
Emily
Zooey Deschanel
Jovie
Daniel Tay
Michael
Faizon Love
Gimbels Manager
Peter Dinklage
Miles Finch
Amy Sedaris
Deb
Michael Lerner
Fulton
Andy Richter
Morris
Kyle Gass
Eugene
Artie Lange
Gimbels Santa
Leon Redbone
Leon the Snowman (voice)
Ray Harryhausen
Polar Bear Cub (voice)
Claire Lautier
NY 1 Reporter
Ted Friend
NY 1 Anchor
Elf — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Elf?+
Elf is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand and Plex. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Elf come out?+
Elf was released in 2003.
How long is Elf?+
Elf runs for 97 minutes (1 hour and 37 minutes).
Who directed Elf?+
Elf was directed by Jon Favreau.
Who stars in Elf?+
Elf stars Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner and Mary Steenburgen.
Is Elf worth watching?+
Elf holds a 6.7/10 rating from 4,723 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy, family and fantasy.
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