Candy Cane Lane Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Eddie Murphy sells his soul for Christmas lights, and then has to deal with a demonic elf and a bunch of birds.

🍿 Candy Cane Lane: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Driven by Competition

Chris Carver, a passionate Christmas enthusiast, finds himself unemployed shortly before the holiday season. Adding to his woes, he’s constantly outdone by his neighbor, Bruce, in the annual Christmas decorating contest. Determined to win and secure the grand prize, Chris seeks to create the most spectacular display ever seen in their neighborhood.

A Deal with an Elf

While searching for decorating supplies, Chris and his daughter, Holly, discover a mysterious pop-up shop. There, he purchases a unique ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ themed decoration from the eccentric shopkeeper, Pepper. Unbeknownst to Chris, Pepper is a mischievous elf who tricks him into a magical contract. The decoration comes to life, but with a catch: Chris must retrieve golden rings from each of the twelve days before Christmas Eve, or he will be turned into a Christmas figurine.

Chaos Unleashed

As the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ come to life, the Carver family faces a series of chaotic and comical challenges. From swans swimming in their pool to French hens causing trouble at Carol’s workplace, Chris and his family must race against time to collect the rings and break Pepper’s spell. Along the way, they encounter living Christmas figurines who have also fallen victim to Pepper’s magic.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Chris Carver (Eddie Murphy): A laid-off corporate marketer obsessed with winning the neighborhood Christmas decorating contest who makes a deal with a mischievous elf.
• Carol Carver (Tracee Ellis Ross): Chris’s supportive and pragmatic wife who balances her career with her family’s Christmas endeavors.
• Pepper (Jillian Bell): A mischievous elf who tricks Chris into a magical bargain, unleashing chaos on the town.
• Joy Carver (Genneya Walton): Chris and Carol’s older daughter, struggling to balance her personal aspirations with her family’s Christmas obsession.
• Nick Carver (Thaddeus J. Mixson): Chris and Carol’s son, facing his own challenges while supporting his family during the Christmas chaos.
• Holly Carver (Madison Thomas): Chris and Carol’s youngest daughter, who helps her father and believes in the magic of Christmas.
• Pip (Nick Offerman): A former victim of Pepper’s magic, now a living figurine who befriends the Carver family and seeks a place to belong.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Chris Carver: “Is that what y’all call calculus?” – Nick Carver solving a simple math equation.

💰Box Office

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💥 Candy Cane Lane Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this expecting some classic Eddie Murphy laughs, and I got… something else. The premise is wild, but the heart is there. I loved the family dynamic and how they all came together. The effects were good but the overal plot made me sleepy at times. Overall, it’s not a terrible movie to watch if you have nothing else to do.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Eddie Murphy’s family-friendly comedies”
  • “Viewers looking for lighthearted Christmas movies”
  • “Families with children who enjoy magical adventures”
  • “People who appreciate over-the-top Christmas decorations”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Some mild slapstick violence”
  • “Potentially objectionable religious references”
  • “Some viewers may find Jillian Bell’s character annoying”
  • “The movie is a little long at close to 2 hours”

Professional Reviews

• IMDb Critic: “Candy Cane Lane offers lighthearted fun with Eddie Murphy, but struggles with an overstuffed plot. It’s a good movie to put on during Christmas when you need to do something else. The special effects and unique take on ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ are a definite treat to look at.
• The Christmas Critic: “While the premise of Candy Cane Lane held promise, the execution felt rushed and unfocused. Eddie Murphy does his best with the material, but the script needed more work, resulting in a Christmas movie that lacks real staying power.

Audience Reactions

The special effects and visual creativity were a high point for many viewers.: Most agreed that it’s a fun family movie with Christmas cheer.

Overall Consensus: A mixed bag of holiday fun, Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross do their best to carry this movie, but overall this movie is fun for a one time watch.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The movie was filmed in El Segundo, California, lending authenticity to the ‘Candy Cane Lane’ setting.”
• “Several sketch comedy alumni such as Chris Redd, Robin Thede, and David Alan Grier, were cast in supporting roles.”
• “The carolers featured in the film are portrayed by the real-life a cappella group Pentatonix.”

🖥️ How to Watch Candy Cane Lane?

Candy Cane Lane is exclusively available on Amazon Prime Video. As a Prime Video original, it is included with a Prime membership. Unfortunately, it’s not currently available for rent or purchase on other platforms like Apple TV, Google Play, or Vudu. Check your local listings for possible future availability on other streaming services.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Candy Cane Lane, you might like these similar films:

• Deck the Halls (2006): Features a neighborhood Christmas decorating competition that escalates into comedic chaos.
• Elf (2003): Shares a similar whimsical and family-friendly approach to Christmas themes.
• Jingle All the Way (1996): A Christmas-themed comedy about a father’s desperate quest to get the perfect gift.
• The Santa Clause (1994): Involves a magical transformation and embracing the Christmas spirit in unexpected ways.

🛒 Candy Cane Lane Related Products

• Candy Cane Lane Movie Poster: A high-quality print featuring the iconic poster art of Candy Cane Lane, perfect for fans to display their love for the film.
• Funko Pop! Eddie Murphy as Chris Carver: A collectible Funko Pop! figure of Eddie Murphy’s character, Chris Carver, in his festive Candy Cane Lane attire.
• Candy Cane Lane: The Official Coloring Book: An engaging coloring book with scenes and characters from the movie, providing hours of creative fun for fans of all ages.
• Deck the Halls Inflatable Christmas Decorations: Inflatable Christmas decorations

🎧 Soundtrack

Candy Cane Lane features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Merry Christmas Baby” – performed by Chloe Bailey

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

The Priceless Advice DC Young Fly Got From “Candy Cane Lane” Costar Eddie Murphy

Ever wonder what it’s like to work with Eddie Murphy? DC Young Fly spills the tea on the advice Eddie gave him during ‘Candy Cane Lane’ – it’s surprisingly heartwarming!

Pentatonix in Candy Cane Lane (all scenes)

Huge Pentatonix fan? This video compiles all their scenes from ‘Candy Cane Lane’! It’s a fun way to spot them in the movie – they’re so good!

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