The Holiday (2006)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Disney+ and Netflix🛡️ Older teens 13+
📖 Story
Two women shattered by heartbreak discover that swapping homes for Christmas might be the unexpected key to finding themselves—and perhaps love. The Holiday weaves comedy and romance across two continents as each woman encounters a local man who sees her differently, awakening possibilities she thought lost. Yet as the holiday season fades and departure looms, both realize that the connection they've built may not survive the journey home, forcing them to choose between the safety of their old lives and the risk of genuine transformation.
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Chaotic comedy
78
Strong recommendation
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneTense and mysterious
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
📌 MPAA
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
Runtime
136 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorNancy Meyers
WritingNancy Meyers
CastCameron DiazKate WinsletJude LawJack BlackEli Wallach
ProductionBruce A. BlockNancy MeyersSuzanne Farwell
MusicHans ZimmerBill W. BentonAndrew Silver
CinematographyDean CundeyFrank A. Montesanto
Where to watch The Holiday
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Now available through 20 official offers on 5 platforms
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✨Availability Snapshot20 offers
The Holiday is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Disney+, Netflix and Paramount+ +1 more.
Subscription access may be available through Prime Video and Disney+, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 5.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📺Providers5🎟️Lowest rent3.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy5.99 GBP
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
✅Limited success2.41x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue moved beyond the budget with a reasonable margin
The release produced a positive commercial result, though not a major box office breakout.
Quick pulse
Limited success
💹 Return multiple: 2.41x📈 ROI: +141%🧾 Limited success
💰Budget
$85M85 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$205.2M205.2 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
✅Commercial gap
+$120.2M+120.2 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
✅Return multiple
2.41x2.41x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $85M • Revenue: $205.2M • Commercial gap: +$120.2M ROI +141%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Finished above budget with a reasonable gap.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Screenshots and images
Cast & crew
Cameron Diaz
Amanda
Kate Winslet
Iris
Jude Law
Graham
Jack Black
Miles
Eli Wallach
Arthur
Edward Burns
Ethan
Rufus Sewell
Jasper
Miffy Englefield
Sophie
Show the rest of the cast
Emma Pritchard
Olivia
Sarah Parish
Hannah
Shannyn Sossamon
Maggie
Bill Macy
Ernie
Shelley Berman
Norman
Kathryn Hahn
Bristol
Director: Nancy Meyers
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch The Holiday movie?
The film is available on multiple streaming platforms: Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, and Paramount+. You can choose the platform available with your subscription or rent it from any of these services.
2Is The Holiday suitable for families? What is the appropriate age to watch it?
The film is a romantic comedy with a general rating suitable for teenagers and adults. It's better not to show it to young children as it contains some romantic scenes and dialogue intended for mature audiences.
3What is the plot of The Holiday in brief?
The story follows two women who meet during the holiday season and decide to swap homes, with one leaving the hustle of Los Angeles for a quieter place. This bold journey changes the course of both their lives and opens new horizons of love and friendship.
4What is the duration of The Holiday?
The film is 136 minutes long, approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes, which is an appropriate length for a feature film with rich story details.
5Who are the main stars of The Holiday?
The film stars Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet in the lead roles, along with Jude Law, Jack Black, and Eli Wallach. The cast brings together American and British actors to deliver a diverse and entertaining performance.
6When was The Holiday released? And who is the director?
The film was released in 2006 and directed by Nancy Meyers, a director specialized in elegant and family-friendly romantic comedies.
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