This Christmas

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This Christmas

PG-13

2007

1h 57m

Holiday

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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At holiday time, family matriarch Ma'Dere Whitfield (Loretta Devine) assembles her large brood for their first reunion in four years. However, family ties show signs of strain when various secrets come to light, especially concerning Marine Claude's (Columbus Short) true military status, Quentin's (Idris Elba) debts and teenage Baby's (Chris Brown) secret plans to become a singer.

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Critics Consensus

This Christmas features strong performances and a sharp portrayal of family dynamics, but relies too heavily on holiday movie clichés.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

Aug 22, 2018

Tries to be a Christmas film about real ishoos but it is quite boring and predictable and sentimental and the acting is not very good. It is therefore perfect for Christmas, and upholds all the traditions very, very well.

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Elizabeth Weitzman

New York Daily News

Dec 1, 2007

2.5/4

o matter how silly the situation, each member of the uniformly strong cast creates a nice balance between sentimental and sweet -- which is just how every holiday gathering should feel.

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Charlotte O'Sullivan

London Evening Standard

Nov 30, 2007

2/5

If you like schmaltzy, music-saturated family movies, This Christmas will set all the right bells jingling.

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

Sep 26, 2020

3.0/4.0

An entertaining and heartfelt film that makes the most of its wonderful cast.

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Jeffrey Lyles

Lyles' Movie Files

Dec 27, 2012

9/10

Easily the best film of its genre since 'Soul Food' and definitely makes for a excellent holiday season treat.

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John Lekich

Georgia Straight

Jul 6, 2010

Despite an accomplished cast, it's about as surprising as last year's Christmas card.

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Michael C

@Coxmjc23 6 days ago

One of my all time favorite Christmas movies!!!

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Yuri B.

@RyuBlack Dec 29, 2025

Can't believe I'd waited so long to watch this film. And it did not disappoint. Almost everything & everyone clicked into place. Will be adding this to my Christmas time watchlist for future viewing. And continue to RIP to Ricky Harris. 💯🙏🏾👆🏾

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Sheridan I

@sigmaboi41 Dec 26, 2025

I loved this Christmas movie. it was funny, the drama was good and I love Chris brown. I thought it was a funny and sweeter Christmas movie, Highly recommend. And my queen Regina king is in it as well!

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David R.

@drezazadeh Dec 24, 2025

Great holiday film and amazing cast.

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D'vante J

@Mokanballer3005 Dec 11, 2025

Underrated movie, definitely enjoy watching it during the holidays.

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Stacey G

@RT41975281 Nov 30, 2025

I love this movie!! It's about family and all the annoying and frustrating dynamics of holiday encounters with your loved ones. Things don't go perfectly, but it mirrors real life which can be messy, chaotic and charming! I watch it every year, still makes me laugh!!

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Preston A. Whitmore II

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Delroy Lindo

Joseph Black

Idris Elba

Quentin Whitfield

Loretta Devine

Ma'Dere Whitfield

Chris Brown

Baby

Keith D. Robinson

Devean Brooks

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Synopsis

At holiday time, family matriarch Ma'Dere Whitfield (Loretta Devine) assembles her large brood for their first reunion in four years. However, family ties show signs of strain when various secrets come to light, especially concerning Marine Claude's (Columbus Short) true military status, Quentin's (Idris Elba) debts and teenage Baby's (Chris Brown) secret plans to become a singer.

Director: Preston A. Whitmore II
Producer: Preston A. Whitmore II, Will Packer
Screenwriter: Preston A. Whitmore II
Distributor: Screen Gems, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Rainforest Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Some Violence|Comic Sexual Content)
Genre: Holiday, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 21, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $49.1M
Runtime: 1h 57m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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