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Two women, one (Cameron Diaz) from America and one (Kate Winslet) from Britain, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends. Each woman finds romance with a local man (Jude Law, Jack Black) 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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The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (1) 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 The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (2) 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 The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (3) 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 The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (4) 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 The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Rachel Wagner Hallmarkies Podcast A really sweet and endearing holiday rom-com Aug 14, 2024 Full Review The Holiday | Rotten Tomatoes (6) 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 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/07/23 Full Review Jace E The Holiday is a top tier "chick flick". The four leads in this movie are perfectly cast. Also, they all have the perfect names: Iris, Amanda, Graham and Miles. It might sound stupid, but I think their names add to the story. The setting in England is charming and the house in LA is exciting. The dynamic between the two couples is brilliantly executed. As a movie guy, I loved everything with Iris and Miles. As a father, I loved everything with Graham's daughters. The film is full of clichés (like Cameron Diaz running endlessly at the end), but they all work.The entire scene when Arthur is being recognized for his career is fantastic. Everything in that scene makes me smile: "Arthur's Theme" playing, the kiss, the fist pump and smile, every subtle gesture. On top of it all, the score by Hans Zimmer is an underrated gem. I couldn't stop watching it, even after my wife fell asleep. The Holiday is a comfort film at its finest. Best Character: MilesBest Quote: "Iris, if you were a melody... I used only the good notes." - MilesBest Scene: In Miles' StudioBest Piece of Score: "Maestro" Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/16/24 Full Review Anna M Very cute romantic holiday movie. It’s held up well over time. A classic. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/27/24 Full Review Taznim J A classic romantic movie. Absolutely recommend. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/21/24 Full Review Sarah M This is my favorite romantic comedy. I have watched it so many times, I absolutely love it. 5 stars (and I would give it 10 stars if I could!) Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/12/24 Full Review Audience Member A somewhat guilty pleasure film. Some soppy, cringey aspects to it, but despite that, it is a very entertaining and heartwarming film. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/14/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nancy Meyers Director Cameron Diaz Amanda Kate Winslet Iris Jude Law Graham Jack Black Miles Eli Wallach Arthur Abbott
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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 (Cameron Diaz) from America and one (Kate Winslet) from Britain, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends. Each woman finds romance with a local man (Jude Law, Jack Black) 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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