'Genie': Melissa McCarthy's Holiday Comedy Set for Peacock Release

Richard Curtis' film, based on his 1991 TV movie, features McCarthy as a genie helping an overworked father during Christmas season.

Melissa McCarthy stars as Flora, a genie in the new holiday comedy 'Genie', written by Richard Curtis and directed by Sam Boyd.
The film is based on Curtis' 1991 TV movie 'Bernard and the Genie', and tells the story of an overworked father, Bernard (Paapa Essiedu), who summons Flora during the Christmas season in New York City.
Bernard, who is struggling to connect with his family and is under pressure from his demanding boss (Alan Cumming), uses Flora's unlimited wish-granting abilities to try and fix his life.
Critics have given mixed reviews of the film, with some criticizing the plot and McCarthy's performance, while others praise the film's holiday charm and McCarthy's comedic skills.
'Genie' is set to debut on Peacock on Wednesday, November 22.