: Simon is officially named the new Santa, though the ceremony is notably awkward; when the Santa coat is passed to him, it appears heavy and difficult for him to handle, hinting at future challenges. Moving to the Real World TV Review: The Santa Clauses Episode 3 - The Geeky Waffle
: Seeing Simon’s dedication as a father and his success in finding their daughters, Scott decides he is the right person for the job. Nuovo Santa Clause cercasi s01e03
: During their search, they encounter La Befana , the Italian "Christmas Witch," played by Laura San Giacomo. This encounter leads to an emotional bonding moment where Scott and Sandra both admit their fears about leaving the North Pole. : Simon is officially named the new Santa,
In the third episode of the Disney+ original series (titled " Chapter Three: Into the Wobbly Woods "), the search for Scott Calvin’s successor takes a pivotal turn. After considering several candidates—including a cameo by NFL legend Peyton Manning —Scott ultimately chooses tech entrepreneur Simon Choksi (played by Kal Penn) to take over the mantle of Santa Claus. Key Plot Developments This encounter leads to an emotional bonding moment
: Simon’s interview is interrupted when his daughter, Grace, and Scott’s daughter, Sandra, go missing. Scott and Simon must team up to find them in the mysterious and magical "Wobbly Woods."
: Scott begins interviewing potential Santas at the North Pole while his family prepares for their impending move to the "real world" in the Chicago suburbs.