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Brian Cox Cast as Santa in Netflix's 'That Christmas'

The animated film, directed by Simon Otto and penned by Richard Curtis, features a star-studded voice cast and is set for release later this year.

  • Brian Cox will voice Santa Claus in the upcoming Netflix animated film 'That Christmas', directed by Simon Otto and written by Richard Curtis.
  • The film is an adaptation of Curtis's children’s book series, featuring a charming seaside town's residents during a tumultuous Christmas.
  • Joining Cox in the voice cast are Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, Bill Nighy, and a host of other stars.
  • Simon Otto marks his directorial debut with the film, expressing his lifelong dream of directing a Christmas movie.
  • 'That Christmas' aims to become a cherished holiday tradition for audiences worldwide, with its release scheduled for later this year.
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