This fantasy drama is a seasonal spin on Groundhog Day, but it isn't a patch on the brilliant Bill Murray comedy. Erik Von Detten plays the unhappy youngster whose Christmas wish comes true, but the result is a sickly concoction, lacking fun, charm and genuine warmth. Watching the downtrodden lad improve at basketball, save his family's store and give toys to the needy provides a shallow festive feel-good experience.

Billy Jackson is not having a good Christmas. He got a basketball for Christmas and just cannot make a jump shot. His Uncle David is coming to town to open a ValueMall, which will put his Dad's store out of business. When he tells his little sister Sarah that there is no Santa, she makes a wish that it would be Christmas every day. Billy now has to relive Christmas Day over and over again.