Christmas comes early for action fans. THE MAN WITH THE BAG (2026) — RELEASE DATE, CAST, TRAILER & MUSIC FACTS stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as Santa Claus in a Christmas action-comedy heist film premiering globally on Prime Video on December 2, 2026. He is joined by Alan Ritchson as Vance, a professional thief, with Awkwafina and Ken Jeong in key roles.
Directed by Adam Shankman (Disenchanted, Rock of Ages) and written by Allan Rice, the film is Schwarzenegger's first Christmas movie in 30 years — since Jingle All the Way (1996). Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios released the official trailer on November 2, 2026, while the streaming season stays crowded with star-driven titles such as the Jay Kelly movie. Below is everything confirmed so far about the release date, cast, plot and music.
The Man with the Bag Movie Facts
Film: The Man with the Bag (2026)
Release Date: December 2, 2026 (global premiere)
Platform: Prime Video (Amazon MGM Studios)
Director: Adam Shankman
Writer: Allan Rice
Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Alan Ritchson, Awkwafina, Ken Jeong
Rating: PG
Runtime: 111 minutes
Plot
The trouble starts when Santa's magic red bag of presents is stolen by a rogue elf with a grudge. With Christmas on the line, Santa turns to an unlikely ally: Vance, a professional thief played by Alan Ritchson, whom he recruits to help track down the bag and recover the stolen gifts before the holiday arrives.
The setup blends holiday heart with heist-movie mechanics — a Santa who has to pull off a recovery job, and a thief who has to save Christmas. The film is rated PG, runs 111 minutes, and lands as part of a busy release calendar that already stretches into 2027 with titles like the Spirit movie (2027).
Cast
Arnold Schwarzenegger is Santa Claus. The role is a milestone: his first Christmas movie in 30 years, since he played the desperate dad in Jingle All the Way (1996). Three decades later, he graduates from chasing a Turbo Man doll to running the entire North Pole operation.
Alan Ritchson is Vance, the professional thief Santa recruits for the recovery mission. Awkwafina plays the rogue elf whose grudge sets the whole caper in motion, while Ken Jeong co-stars in a key supporting role.
Schwarzenegger's action roots stretch from the original Predator to the franchise's latest chapter, the Predator: Badlands movie.
Music & Soundtrack
As of publication, Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios have not announced the score composer or any soundtrack details for The Man with the Bag. No official tracklist, artist lineup or music credits have been confirmed yet. This section will be updated when the music details are revealed.
Watch the Official Trailer
The official trailer, released November 2, 2026 on the Prime Video channel, is embedded below.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is The Man with the Bag released?
It premieres globally on Prime Video on December 2, 2026. The official trailer was released on November 2, 2026.
Who plays Santa in The Man with the Bag?
Arnold Schwarzenegger plays Santa Claus — his first Christmas movie in 30 years, since Jingle All the Way (1996).
Who directed The Man with the Bag?
Adam Shankman directed the film, from a screenplay by Allan Rice. Shankman is known for Disenchanted and Rock of Ages.
Where can I watch The Man with the Bag?
The film premieres exclusively on Prime Video worldwide on December 2, 2026. It is rated PG and runs 111 minutes.
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