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My Secret Santa’ Lands on Netflix to Generally Positive Early Reviews

Critics single out transformative Santa makeup, favoring a cozy tone over a formula-heavy script.

Overview

  • The holiday romantic comedy is now streaming on Netflix following its December 3 release.
  • The plot centers on a single mother who adopts a Santa persona to secure a seasonal job at a ski resort so her daughter can access snowboarding lessons.
  • Alexandra Breckenridge’s performance and her convincing prosthetic transformation draw consistent praise, with the on-screen character aided by a brother-and-partner FX duo.
  • Reviews describe a short, comforting watch with noticeable logic gaps and trope-heavy writing, with frequent comparisons to Mrs. Doubtfire and limited engagement with gender themes.
  • No sequel has been announced, and coverage notes Breckenridge has expressed interest in returning, which remains unconfirmed.