Where to watch
Netflix
Netflix Kids
Netflix Standard with Ads
Amazon Video
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Chad Eikhoff
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An Elf's Story — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams An Elf's Story?
An Elf's Story is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Kids and Netflix Standard in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Is An Elf's Story on Netflix?
Yes — An Elf's Story is available on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.
Is An Elf's Story on Amazon Prime Video?
An Elf's Story isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
Where can I watch An Elf's Story for free?
An Elf's Story is available on Netflix and Netflix Kids in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
Is there a sequel to An Elf's Story?
Yes — An Elf's Story is followed by Elf Pets: Santa's St. Bernards Save Christmas (2018) in the Elf on the Shelf Collection.
Is there a prequel to An Elf's Story?
An Elf's Story is the first film in the Elf on the Shelf Collection.
Is An Elf's Story part of a trilogy?
No — An Elf's Story is part of the Elf on the Shelf Collection, which has 4 films.
How many movies are in the Elf on the Shelf Collection?
There are 4 films in the Elf on the Shelf Collection: An Elf's Story (2011), Elf Pets: Santa's St. Bernards Save Christmas (2018), Elf Pets: A Fox Cub's Christmas Tale (2019) and Elf Pets: Santa's Reindeer Rescue (2020).
