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The Legend of Saint Nicholas
A kind bishop’s secret acts of charity transform into the timeless legend of Santa Claus.
Saint NicholasThe Poor Father
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Krampus the Christmas Demon
The terrifying legend of the horned beast who punishes the wicked during the Yule season.
KrampusSaint Nicholas
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The Christmas Spider
A humble spider's web becomes a golden miracle on a poor family's Christmas tree.
The Poor WidowThe Children
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The Legend of the Poinsettia
A poor girl's humble gift of weeds miraculously transforms into vibrant red Christmas poinsettias.
PepitaPedro
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Father Frost and the Snow Maiden
A magical girl born from winter snow brings joy to a lonely couple before vanishing into the spring.
Father FrostSnegurochka (The Snow Maiden)
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The Nutcracker Prince
A young girl's toy comes to life to defeat a mouse army and lead her to a magical kingdom.
Marie StahlbaumThe Nutcracker Prince
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The Yule Lads of Iceland
Thirteen mischievous brothers descend from Icelandic mountains to leave gifts or potatoes.
GrýlaLeppalúði
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