#FIRSTLOOK: “THE MAN WITH THE BAG” NEW TRAILER

When Santa’s magic bag is stolen, he turns to his naughty list to find Vance, a thief, to help him get it back. Along with his daughter, Santa, and a group of misfits, Vance will have to pull off the greatest heist of his life to save Christmas.

Arnold Schwarzenegger is back in the Christmas genre after 30 years taking on the role of Santa Claus himself!

The film delivers a fresh, action-packed spin on holiday entertainment, combining a high-stakes heist with the heart, humor and festive spirit of Christmas.

Schwarzenegger and Alan Ritchson bring an irresistible mix of action, comedy and holiday heart to the film.

The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Alan Ritchson, Berkeley James, Michael Cyril Creighton, Liza Koshy, Kyle Mooney, Jane Krakowski, with Ken Jeong and Awkwafina.

Adam Shankman directed the film from a script penned by Allan Rice.

Producers include Lawrence Grey, Ben Everard, Reg Tigerman, Dan Spilo, and Alan Ritchson.

Directed by Adam Shankman

Written by Allan Rice

Produced by Lawrence Grey, p.g.a., Ben Everard, Reg Tigerman, Dan Spilo, Alan Ritchson

Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Alan Ritchson, Berkeley James, Michael Cyril Creighton, Liza Koshy, Kyle Mooney, Jane Krakowski, with Ken Jeong and Awkwafina

Release Date: December 2, 2026

Rated PG | 111 Minutes

Synopsis | When Santa’s (Schwarzenegger) iconic red bag is stolen by a rogue elf with a grudge (Awkwafina), Christmas is suddenly at risk. With his biggest night of the year fast-approaching, Santa recruits a thief (Ritchson) from his ‘Naughty List’ who quickly assembles a crew of criminally skilled misfits — with a little help from elves and reindeer — to pull off the most unexpected heist of their lives.

Packed with holiday magic, big laughs, and plenty of heart, THE MAN WITH THE BAG is a holiday heist adventure about second chances, unlikely friendships, and discovering that sometimes even Santa needs a little help delivering Christmas.

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