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Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special

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Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there's only one person who can save the day: Santa's great friend, Mariah Carey. Combining musical performances, dynamic dancing and groundbreaking animation, the undisputed Queen of Christmas jumps into action to create a holiday spectacular to make the whole world merry.
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Anthony Brett Daily Telegraph (UK) Carey is spectacular. She wafts through the special mirage, crooning wistfully beneath the Northern Lights and demonstrating a masterclass in stiff line readings. Rated: 4/5 Jan 5, 2021 Full Review Jason Shawhan Nashville Scene This was the damnedest thing - like a freshly chilled glass of eggnog, but instead of rum or nutmeg, it's been constructed with mescaline. Sep 9, 2021 Full Review Nick Levine NME (New Musical Express) Sure, it's probably a song too long, but Carey wouldn't be the Queen of Christmas if she didn't indulge in just a little festive excess. Rated: 4/5 May 7, 2021 Full Review Marina Gordon Common Sense Media Don't think too hard about it -- just enjoy a sparkly, shiny, 43 minutes of songs, dancing, mild humor, and holiday cheer. Rated: 3/5 Jan 5, 2021 Full Review Brett White Decider This special is fully wild, overboard, extra, next level, ridiculous, jubilant, a trainwreck and a masterpiece all in one. Dec 10, 2020 Full Review B.L. Panther The Spool Lambs (Mariah fans) are likely to have an absolute ball. But even if Mariah isn't your shepherd, there's still plenty to enjoy. Dec 10, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Carlos M. Great production! Mariah Carey will always be the Queen. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/21/25 Full Review Cade H. A excellent movie to have as ambience in the background of a Christmas party with family and friends. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/29/25 Full Review Audience Member Same songs, same boring and the voice of Mariah never the same. She lost her voice. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/24/21 Full Review Audience Member The Queen of Christmas did it again! 🦋❤ #Lambily Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Audience Member I approached this with some trepidation because I just didn't know what to expect but found myself laughing out loud and really enjoying it which I think was the point of the special; to make us feel good during such a difficult time. Mariah doesn't take herself so seriously and plays up the diva thing but in such a quirky and endearing manner you can't help but get a kick out of it. The appearance of Ariana and Jennifer is done in a fun manner too as is Snoop Dog randomly appearing in a Santa suit to rap a few lines. It's a lighthearted, quirky, and fun special that will have you smiling from ear to ear, and will find the simple but true message of hope and healing a bit touching whether you're a fan of Mariah or not. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/05/23 Full Review Audience Member Very Festive, You can Feel the Christmas Celebration too❤️ I love it. Thank you Mariah Carey For Saving my. Live in this Year of 2020.🎄🎉❄️❤️ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there's only one person who can save the day: Santa's great friend, Mariah Carey. Combining musical performances, dynamic dancing and groundbreaking animation, the undisputed Queen of Christmas jumps into action to create a holiday spectacular to make the whole world merry.
Director
Hamish Hamilton, Roman Coppola
Screenwriter
Caroline Fox
Distributor
Apple TV+
Genre
Music, Variety
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 4, 2020
Runtime
43m
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