Who's Involved:
Release Date:
Saturday, November 7, 2026 Limited
Plot: What's the story about?
When the Scott family gathers for Christmas, the perfect dream reunion that Momma Scott (Anna Maria Horsford) planned quickly turns upside down. Her daughter Marissa (DomiNque Perry) returns fresh off a breakup with her boyfriend Richard (Lil Rel Howery) and is shocked when Richard arrives arm in arm with her estranged stepsister Kerry (Reagan Gomez). Marissa tries to play it cool and invites a surprise guest of her own who has everyone talking, while Kerry is cooking up a scheme that could ruin the whole celebration. Add in a few romantic mix-ups, old rivalries, and plenty of family secrets, and everyone is in for an unforgettable holiday. With love, laughter, and a bit of chaos 'round every corner, this Christmas might bring the Scotts closer together—or blow the roof off the house!
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Who stars in Unexpected Christmas: Cast List
Princess Of The Row
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Who's making Unexpected Christmas: Crew List
A look at the Unexpected Christmas behind-the-scenes crew and production team.
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Production: What we know about Unexpected Christmas?
Filming Timeline
- 2025 - October: The film was set to Completed status.
Unexpected Christmas Release Date: When is the film coming out?
Unexpected Christmas is coming out as a limited release in 2026 on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
As a limited theatrical release, Unexpected Christmas will only be shown in select movie theaters across major markets. Please check Fandango and Atom Tickets to see if the film is playing in your area. Sometimes, limited theatrical releases are simulatenously released to buy or rent on video on demand services like Prime Video and Apple TV.
