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The Holiday

Play trailer Poster for The Holiday PG-13 Released Dec 8, 2006 2h 12m Holiday Romance Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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Two women, one from America and one from Britain, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.
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While it's certainly sweet and even somewhat touching, The Holiday is so thoroughly predictable that audiences may end up opting for an early check-out time.

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Anthony Quinn Independent (UK) You begin to suspect that Meyers isn't actually a movie director at all, but a features coordinator at World of Interiors. Apr 2, 2019 Full Review Sukhdev Sandhu Daily Telegraph (UK) The Holiday is as corny as it gets, but in a cinemascape full of macho grunting and aggressive irony, Meyers is perhaps right to believe that corniness is what women - and their boyfriends - will be wanting... Apr 2, 2019 Full Review Anne Cohen Refinery29 What makes The Holiday interesting - and worth reexamining more than a decade after its release - is that unlike most holiday-themed movies, it exhorts the viewer to take time for themselves, not just others. It's the ultimate self-care flick. Dec 27, 2018 Full Review Natasha Alvar Hallmarkies Podcast The Holiday is still so utterly charming. It's like a warm hug, perfect for any time of the year but especially fitting for Christmas. The cast is stellar and Jude Law as daddy Mr Napkinhead is so swoonworthy my TV caught fire. Aug 15, 2024 Full Review Rachel Wagner Hallmarkies Podcast A really sweet and endearing holiday rom-com Aug 14, 2024 Full Review Madeline Roth The Daily Beast Charming and impeccably scored... Dec 5, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Julie A great holiday movie with a fantastic cast and storyline. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/07/23 Full Review Monica F It’s absolutely one of the best movies ever made and I say that every time I see it. And I watch A LOT of movies. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review ERIKA G MY FAVOURITE MOVIE EVER. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/19/24 Full Review Audience Member An all time favorite holiday movie of mine. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/18/24 Full Review Rej_SL Life will make more sense when youre with the right person. Can you ever truly know someone completely? Maybe not—but when that person treats you right and goes out of their way to make you feel special, nothing else matters. Time, distance, or circumstance cant stand in the way. Thats the kind of love The Holiday explores, and its an absolute joy to watch. The story follows two women who, seeking a fresh start, swap homes for the holidays—one heading to a snowy English village, the other to a sunny LA mansion. What starts as an escape soon turns into something much more meaningful, as they meet unexpected people who show them love, kindness, and the importance of taking chances.The performances are charming and real, capturing the emotions of love, vulnerability, and joy without being overly dramatic. If you enjoy feel-good holiday movies that are cozy, romantic, and full of heart—with just the right touch of happy endings , The Holiday is the perfect pick. Its a reminder that sometimes, love and happiness come when and where you least expect them. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/17/24 Full Review Audience Member A feel good romantic comedy with a great soundtrack! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/17/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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The Holiday: OIffical - Things End The Holiday: OIffical - Things End 2:25 The Holiday: Official Clip - Amanda Goes Back to Graham The Holiday: Official Clip - Amanda Goes Back to Graham 3:06 The Holiday: Official - I'm in Love With You The Holiday: Official - I'm in Love With You 2:21 The Holiday: Official - I Think We Should Have Sex The Holiday: Official - I Think We Should Have Sex 3:59 The Holiday: Official - Mr. Napkin Head The Holiday: Official - Mr. Napkin Head 3:40 The Holiday: Official - Iris Kisses Miles The Holiday: Official - Iris Kisses Miles 3:08 The Holiday: Official Clip - Falling for the Wrong Person The Holiday: Official Clip - Falling for the Wrong Person 3:21 The Holiday: Official- If I Were a Melody The Holiday: Official- If I Were a Melody 1:43 The Holiday: NOT USA - If I Were a Melody The Holiday: NOT USA - If I Were a Melody 1:43 The Holiday: NOT USA - Done Being in Love with You The Holiday: NOT USA - Done Being in Love with You 2:55 View more videos
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Synopsis Two women, one from America and one from Britain, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.
Director
Nancy Meyers
Producer
Nancy Meyers, Bruce A. Block
Screenwriter
Nancy Meyers
Distributor
Sony Pictures
Production Co
Waverly Films
Rating
PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Sexual Content)
Genre
Holiday, Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 8, 2006, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$63.2M
Runtime
2h 12m
Sound Mix
Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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