Movie

Elf

“Discover your inner elf.”

★ 6.7(4,548)20031h 37m

Where to watch Elf in Ireland

Elf is streaming on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max Amazon Channel in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. Availability checked 4 June 2026.

About Elf

Elf is a 2003 movie in the Comedy, Family and Fantasy genres, directed by Jon Favreau, starring Will Ferrell, James Caan and Bob Newhart. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 4,548 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Elf in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Elf trailer

Overview

When young Buddy falls into Santa's gift sack on Christmas Eve, he's transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa's helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can't shake the nagging feeling that he doesn't belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.

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Themes & keywords

elvesdwarfholidayadoptionsanta claussarcasmlooking for birth parentsromancefish out of waterorphannorth polechristmas spiritchristmasworkshopfather son relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Elf in Ireland?+

In Ireland, you can stream Elf on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.

Is Elf on Netflix?+

Elf is not on Netflix in Ireland right now, but you can stream it on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max Amazon Channel.

How long is Elf?+

Elf has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Elf?+

Elf stars Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner and Mary Steenburgen.

When did Elf come out?+

Elf is a 2003 movie directed by Jon Favreau.

What genre is Elf?+

Elf is Comedy, Family and Fantasy film.

Who directed Elf?+

Elf was directed by Jon Favreau.