Santa’s Slay: Bill Goldberg Goes Full Killer Claus [Tubi Horror Review]

Last updated on 2026-01-04

Genres – Horror, Dark Comedy
Directors – David Steiman
Writers – David Steiman
Cast – Bill Goldberg, Douglas Smith, Emilie de Ravin, Robert Culp, Saul Rubinek, Dave Thomas, Rebecca Gayheart, Chris Kattan, and Fran Drescher
Runtime – 78 Minutes
My Rating For Trashy Dumb Fun – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐☆☆☆☆

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If you know anything about me, you will know I like watching low budget trashy horror films, for some of dumb fun and good to put on when I want to turn my brain off. and Tubi is the perfect platform to find them.

So I will be doing mini reviews, well more statements, about these films, much shorter than my other reviews, and my ratings for the films will generally be based on how much fun they are in a trashy dumb way, because not many of them are actually good in the objective sense.

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Santa’s Slay

After a millennium of spreading Christmas cheer, Santa Claus (Bill Goldberg) reverts to his demonic self and gives the gift of fear.

My Thoughts on Santa’s Slay

Bill Goldberg is better than I thought he would be

He actually has some presence – like a demon in a red suit, and he sells every over-the-top moment quite well.

Strong opening scene

It all kicks off with Santa crashing through the chimney, and killing a family instantly.

Kills

The kills are shown off in some inventive ways where Santa takes people out, where it leans into absurdity and enjoys every second.

Fun backstory

The 1,000-year bet with an angel is explained in a short animated sequence, which is surprisingly effective and gives Santa a quirky mythology, which is nice.

Fast pace

At 78 minutes, the film moves quickly, which is key for these type of trashy movies.

The comedy doesn’t always land

The humor is uneven it’s fair to say, and the comedy stuff isn’t its strongest point.

Shaky acting

Most of the performances are quite flat or awkward, which is to be expected in a movie like this, but still.

Completely over the top

It fully embraces absurdity, and that is part of the trashy charm.

Tonally consistent

It never pretends to be serious at any point, and is perfect for fans of “so bad it’s good” holiday horror.

Finale delivers

The showdown with Santa, the angel, and the teenagers wraps the story in a ridiculous, fun climax, even if logic takes somewhat a back seat, which again, is to be expected.

Final Thoughts on Santa’s Slay

Well, it’s s short, and unapologetically ridiculous, where bill Goldberg sells every murderous moment like he is in a wrestling ring.

Perfect for a Christmas horror marathon or anyone who loves absurd mayhem.

Final Score: for trashy dumb fun – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐☆☆☆☆

UP: Bill Goldberg, inventive kills, fast-paced, ridiculous fun
DOWN: Humor, shaky acting, underused actors, not gory enough

Santa’s Slay Trailer

Simon Leasher

A lover of cinema for over 35 years, I have watched many films from around the world in many different genres, yet I still normally always come back to trashy slasher horror films when in doubt. More

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