Jim Staahl

The co-creator of TV's "Seinfeld" exposes his George Costanza-like personality in this delightfully deadpan comedy special. Done "mocumentary" style with appearances by friends like Jerry Seinfeld, Jason Alexander and others, the show depicts Larry's efforts to persuade HBO executives to gamble on a two-part special about his return to the stand-up circuit.

When his beloved Grandma appears to be missing on Christmas Eve, young Jake Spankenheimer goes on the misadventure of a lifetime to try and prove that Santa Claus is indeed real. With his spirit, smarts and determination, Jake must outmaneuver his greedy and curvaceous Cousin Mel and the all-powerful businessman Austin Bucks to the disbelief of his doting parents, rebellious sister and goofy...