Image: AldiAnd Irish actor Colm Meany stars as Santa.
One of the more recent early Christmas traditions is the release of Aldi's Kevin the Carrot Christmas adverts.
The ad's have become somewhat of a little milestone in the lead up to the big day and this year's installment may be the best yet.
It features Irish actor Colm Meany as Santa, as Kevin battles to find his way home for Christmas.
Last week Aldi released a teaser which showed and his co-pilot Turkey crash land in the middle of nowhere...
But thankfully, the supermarket confirmed that he was determined to be reunited with his loved ones no matter what:
"Kevin is fortunate enough to find a few new friends to help.
"Getting him out of his snowy spot of bother is a friendly hedgehog, Harry, who gives him a lift.
"But the twists don’t stop there!
"While riding as fast as they can through the night, they fall into a deep ravine and splash into a fast-flowing river.
"The hope of Kevin making it home to his family seems to be fading fast when who should appear but Santa Claus, played by much-loved Irish actor Colm Meaney.
"Can Santa help Kevin finally make it home?
"Of course, he can."
Colm Meaney said that he was delighted to be involved with the advert:
"I thought it was about time that I played the big man himself and so was delighted to be asked by Aldi to be part of its Christmas campaign.
"Kevin the Carrot and his family were incredibly welcoming on set and the whole experience was a total joy – even getting in and out of the big red suit.
"This year has been incredibly challenging for everyone but I hope that over the festive season people will be able to enjoy this special time with family and friends – and maybe the odd mince pie or turkey sandwich.
"Oh, and contrary to many men during lockdown, I can confirm that the beard is not mine".
