The movie focuses on the dysfunctional Engel family who has gathered at home during the Christmas holidays. The family bickers and argues with one another, losing their holiday spirit as they are too focused on their interpersonal strife and irritations to enjoy the season and togetherness. The young boy Max still simply wants to be with his family and have a fun Christmas, but after writing a letter to Santa, his siblings mock him for his attitude, prompting Max to tear up the letter in frustration. This sets into motion the events of the film, as the demon Krampus is summoned and unleashed upon Max and his family. Krampus serves as an antithesis to Santa, tormenting and killing those who have lost the Christmas spirit and dare to be hateful and misbehave during the holidays. Max and his family must fight to survive, and hopefully, in the process rekindle their love for one another.
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