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A Merry Little Ex-Mas

2025Movie1 h 31 minPG

ComedyRomance
52
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.3Rotten Tomatoes56%35%

A hopeful romance movie about family and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Recently separated, Kate hopes to celebrate one last perfect family Christmas with her soon-to-be ex-husband Everett and their kids before their divorce is final and the house is sold. But her holiday plans are hilariously derailed when Everett unexpectedly brings his younger, successful new girlfriend.

Feels like

  • Holiday Rom-Com
  • Family Dysfunction
  • Second Chance Romance
  • Lighthearted Drama
  • Christmas Setting
  • Relatable Chaos
  • Feel-Good Ending
  • Adult Sitcom Vibes
  • Emotional Growth
  • Cozy Escapism

Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Steve Carr
Written by
Holly Hester
Produced by
Melissa Joan Hart, Paula Hart
Music by
Jeff Cardoni

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Facts

November 12, 2025 · 1 h 31 min · PG

Released
November 12, 2025
Runtime
1 h 31 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Romance, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream A Merry Little Ex-Mas?"

Questions about A Merry Little Ex-Mas

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream A Merry Little Ex-Mas?

Netflix

In the United States, A Merry Little Ex-Mas streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is A Merry Little Ex-Mas worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 5.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 56%). Critics rate it higher (56 out of 100) than audiences (44).

Is A Merry Little Ex-Mas okay for kids?

PGStrong languageSexual content

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States for strong language and sexual content, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will A Merry Little Ex-Mas make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and cringe comedy (6 of 10).

Is A Merry Little Ex-Mas good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.