but the department store could've solidified itself in Christmas history as well. In the beloved 2003 film "Elf," Buddy, famously portrayed by Will Ferrell, was supposed to have fought a fake ...

He next took an Elf on the Shelf figure and dress from the store shelf Dec. 1 and two sets of LEGO Dec. 2. The Hiram, Ohio, man, 32, is accused of stealing merchandise valued at $728.14.

The actors said they brought their own twists to each role, including that of Jovie, Buddy's grumpy love interest who works as an elf in a department store, played by Broadway alum Kayla Davion.

Boca Raton, FL USA - November 16, 2024: A close-up of Santaverse the Elf on the Shelf a Christmas tradition decoration on a shelf with prices inside a store. Anatoliy Tesouro / Shutterstock.com ...