Why watch?

The whole operation at the North Pole is falling apart and you've got to fix it before anyone notices, and the entire runtime is basically one snowball of chaos that just keeps getting bigger. Dave Foley as the elf lead delivers lines that land perfectly because the guy's trying to stay professional while everything is literally crumbling in his hands. It's only 22 minutes with zero padding, and the cartoon style makes everything feel extra ridiculous instead of serious — pure Prep and Landing energy, just dialed up even more.

Who is it for?

Perfect for a Sunday afternoon with the kids — short, funny, no stress. If they liked Madagascar 3 or Despicable Me, you'll get that same easygoing vibe here. Totally safe for young viewers, no violence or crude language.

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Plakat — Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol

Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol

2025 · 22min7.2G
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Christmas elves Lanny and Wayne panic when their holiday missions go awry, leaving Wayne thinking he's in BIG trouble with Santa and accidentally revealing other merry mishaps.

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Two Christmas elves, Lanny and Wayne, panic after a mission goes sideways at the North Pole. Wayne thinks he's in trouble with Santa and accidentally spills a bunch of holiday secrets in the process. Director Shane Zalvin brings back the Prep & Landing crew for this quick, chaotic adventure that plays like a sitcom episode but with tinsel and reindeer. If you liked the earlier Prep & Landing TV specials or enjoyed Elf, this keeps that same goofy holiday energy.

Why watch?

The whole operation at the North Pole is falling apart and you've got to fix it before anyone notices, and the entire runtime is basically one snowball of chaos that just keeps get…

Who is it for?

Perfect for a Sunday afternoon with the kids — short, funny, no stress. If they liked Madagascar 3 or Despicable Me, you'll get that same easygoing vibe here. Totally safe for youn…

Similar titles

If you liked the holiday chaos of Prep & Landing's prequel where elves scramble through pre-Christmas missions, try Elf: Sparkle Search or The Elf Shelf — they've got that same vib…

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