| Director: Nicholas Webster, David L. Quaid, Gerry Rich |
Writer: Glenville Mareth |
| Run time: 81 minutes |
Release date: 1964-11-14 |
| Floor location: Juvenile |
Format: DVD |
| Production Countries: United States of America |
| Spoken Languages: English |
Martians fear their children have become lazy and joyless due to their newfound obsession with Earth TV shows. After ancient Martian leader Chochem suggests that the children of Mars need more fun—including their own Santa Claus—supreme leader Lord Kimar assembles an expedition to Earth. Once there, they kidnap two children who lead them to the North Pole, then capture the real Santa Claus, taking all three back to Mars in an attempt to bring the Martian children happiness.
Tired of watching saccharine Christmas classics for the millionth time? Then try this grade-Z Christmas special instead. The children of Mars are depressed and languishing. The Martian elders conclude that there is only one solution to the problem: they must abduct Santa Claus and bring him to Mars to spread holiday cheer! A uniquely abysmal viewing experience, "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians" will leave you longing for even the most cliched, syrupy Christmas TV specials.