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Netflix Launches Holiday Slate With ‘A Merry Little Ex-Mas

Early reviews highlight Alicia Silverstone’s performance over a formulaic screenplay.

Overview

  • The romantic comedy is now streaming on Netflix, opening the service’s 2025 run of new holiday originals.
  • Alicia Silverstone stars as Kate opposite Oliver Hudson, with Jameela Jamil, Pierson Fodé and Melissa Joan Hart in key supporting roles.
  • Directed by Steve Carr and written by Holly Hester, the film comes from Hartbreak Films and leans into small-town Winterlight vibes and nostalgic casting.
  • Critics offer mixed assessments, praising Silverstone’s lead turn and the cozy, festive look while noting predictable plotting and a less satisfying payoff.
  • The story follows separated parents trying for one last family Christmas, with new partners complicating traditions and setting up light, seasonal romance.