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‘A Merry Little Ex-Mas’ Arrives on Netflix to Mixed Early Reviews

Early reactions highlight Alicia Silverstone’s charm and festive visuals, with reservations about the second‑chance romance.

Overview

  • Now streaming as part of Netflix’s 2025 holiday slate, the film centers on a separating couple navigating one last family Christmas without revealing key turns.
  • Critics commend Alicia Silverstone’s lead performance and note a warm, personable script that aims for cozy seasonal comfort.
  • Some reviews argue the romantic payoff falls short, suggesting the story works better as a look at post‑divorce family dynamics during the holidays.
  • Directed by Steve Carr and written by Holly Hester, the movie features Oliver Hudson, Jameela Jamil, Pierson Fode, Melissa Joan Hart, and Timothy Innes.
  • Set in the fictional town of Winterlight, the production leans into small‑town holiday aesthetics and was filmed in Ontario to capture authentic wintry scenery.