The Story of Santa Claus is a 1996 CBS animated television special directed by Toby Bluth.

The elves of the North Pole become obligated to grant his wish, facing great obstacles.

Nicholas Claus, nicknamed "Santa" by his wife Gretchen, is a toymaker who wishes he could give a toy to every child in the world.

It's explained that Nicholas grew up in the Angel's Island Orphanage, where he taught himself to make toys for the other children.

Now penniless, Nicholas and Gretchen decide to take their remaining toys to the children at the Angel's Island Orphanage.

As their voyage around the world ends, Nicholas insists they make a stop at the Angel's Island Orphanage.

Once they return to the North Pole, Nostros and the other elves vote to bestow "honorary elfhood" upon the Clauses, making them immortal.

Phil Roman produced the special based on a teleplay by Steven Whitestone and Rachel Koretsky.