Lot # 107 - 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians' Movie Poster

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 26-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 01-Jan-2026 8:48:00 PM
Current bid:

$26.00

Highest bidder:

DAF2673

Auction has ended

Description :

This one is a little beat up.

The poster for Santa Claus Conquers the Martians is a delightful blend of kitsch and sci-fi whimsy, perfectly capturing the spirit of this cult classic.

 About the Film

  • Title: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

  • Release Year: 1964

  • Director: Nicholas Webster

  • Written by: Glenville Mareth

  • Produced by: Paul L. Jacobson

  • Studio: Jalor Productions

  • Distributed by: Embassy Pictures

  • Genre: Holiday / Science Fiction / Family

 Poster Highlights

  • Color Scheme: Bold reds, greens, and whites evoke Christmas cheer while hinting at interplanetary adventure.

  • Imagery: Santa Claus, Earth children, Martians, a robot, and a rocket ship—all rendered in a mix of illustration and photography.

  • Taglines:

    • “Santa brings Christmas fun to Mars!”

    • “Blast off for Mars—with Santa and a pair of Earth Kids! Science-Fun-Fiction at its height!”

  • Promotional Tie-In: Mentions the song “Hooray for Santa Claus” by Al Hirt on RCA Victor Records.

Themes & Tone

  • The film is a campy mashup of holiday cheer and space-age absurdity, where Martians kidnap Santa to bring joy to their children.

  • The poster’s playful design reflects the film’s low-budget charm and imaginative premise.

 Legacy

  • Widely considered one of the most so-bad-it’s-good movies, it has earned a cult following and frequent appearances in holiday-themed retrospectives.

  • The poster is a prized collectible for fans of vintage sci-fi, holiday oddities, and retro pop culture.




Dimensions : 27 in W x 41 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is DAF2673

Date Bid User
01-Jan-2026 8:44:17 PM $26.00 DAF2673
01-Jan-2026 12:52:57 PM $25.00 Kmath
01-Jan-2026 12:52:57 PM $25.00 PDX girl
01-Jan-2026 10:25:39 AM $17.00 Kmath
01-Jan-2026 10:25:39 AM $16.00 mischo
31-Dec-2025 7:05:52 AM $13.00 Kmath
31-Dec-2025 7:05:52 AM $12.00 mischo
30-Dec-2025 7:22:54 PM $11.00 Kmath
26-Dec-2025 5:37:22 PM $10.00 Sepielli
26-Dec-2025 5:37:22 PM $10.00 Kellee1234
26-Dec-2025 5:08:10 PM $6.00 Sepielli
26-Dec-2025 4:39:26 PM $5.00 IceBerg

PAYMENT DETAILS

Placing a bid is an agreement to purchase. If you win, you must pick up your item(s). If you default on your purchase, your bidding privileges will be revoked permanently. Do not bid if you do not plan to purchase.If you bid, you MUST be available/arrange for pick-up of purchases on the pick-up date unless you have made prior shipping arrangements. Bring necessary tools and help for picking up large items. Loading assistance is NOT available. Some items may be located on a 2nd floor, out building.

Invoices are emailed to winning bidders once the sale has completely closed.Full payment must be made by 8:00 p.m. the day after auction closes. If total payment is not received before the pick-up date & time, items will be forfeited, and bidding privileges revoked.

Pick-up information will be on the invoice e-mailed after the auction closes.All items not picked up during the designated times will be considered abandoned and may be donated or resold. When possible, and at our sole discretion, an alternate pick-up time may be arranged. If this is possible, an appropriate fee will be charged. 

A 10% Buyer's Premium and Sales Tax are added to the winning bid amount when invoiced. Sales tax is waived for licensed re-sellers.

We make every effort to describe lot items as accurately as possible. Expect normal signs of wear associated with antiques, vintage, and used items. We do not list every flaw. All items are sold AS IS WHERE IS. No refunds or returns. Sound Estate Company does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given may be approximate.

2026 Sound Estate LLC