The Christmas Letter
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| The Christmas Letter | |
|---|---|
 Official poster | |
| Directed by | Tori Hunter |
| Screenplay by | Michael Cunningham |
| Produced by | Angus Benfield Michael Cunningham |
| Starring | Angus Benfield Chevy Chase Randy Quaid |
| Cinematography | Chase Bowman |
| Edited by | Lex Benedict |
| Music by | Vincent Gillioz |
Production company | LAMA Entertainment |
| Distributed by | BMG Global |
Release date |
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Running time | 95 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Christmas Letter is a 2024 American Christmas comedy film written by Michael Cunningham, directed by Tori Hunter and starring Angus Benfield, Chevy Chase and Randy Quaid.[2][3] It is Hunter's feature directorial debut.[4]
Cast
[edit]- Angus Benfield as Joe Michaels[5]
- Chevy Chase[6]
- Regina Schneider as Deb Michaels[3]
- Brian Posehn[3]
- Kristoffer Polaha[3]
- Brian Doyle-Murray[7]
- Randy Quaid as Rich the Delivery Guy[8]
- Caley Chase[9]
- Lance Bonza[10]
- Jeremy Warner[10]
Production
[edit]In December 2023, it was announced that Chase was cast in the film.[11] In January 2024, it was announced that Doyle-Murray and Quaid were also cast in the film.[12] They reunite having worked together in the Vacation films (their casting in this film is most likely an allusion to the Christmas installment).[according to whom?]
Filming occurred in Utica, New York in January 2024.[13][14] Filming wrapped near the end of January that same year.[15][16] Local personalities such as Utica mayor Michael Galime and WKTV anchor Kristen Copeland filmed cameo roles.[3]
Release
[edit]The film was released on November 12, 2024.[17]
References
[edit]- ↑ "The Christmas Letter (12)". British Board of Film Classification. November 5, 2025. Retrieved November 5, 2025.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 20, 2024). "EXCLUSIVE: Another Local Connection for Christmas Movie Filming in Utica". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- 1 2 3 4 5 Caputo, Thomas (September 10, 2024). "Trailer released for 'The Christmas Letter' movie filmed in Mohawk Valley". Daily Sentinel (Rome, New York). Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Grobar, Matt (May 30, 2024). "Comedy 'The Christmas Letter' Starring Chevy Chase, Randy Quaid Acquired By Scatena & Rosner Films". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Herbert, Geoff (September 12, 2024). "'Christmas Vacation' stars reunite in new movie shot in Central NY: See trailer". Syracuse.com. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (May 17, 2024). "EXCLUSIVE—Countdown to 'The Christmas Letter:' When Will We Get a Sneak Peek of the Movie Filmed in Utica?". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 8, 2024). "Filming in Utica Begins for 'The Christmas Letter:' 1 More Actor from 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' Joins Local Flick". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 25, 2024). "What is Randy Quaid's Role in Christmas Movie Filmed in Mohawk Valley?". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Herbert, Geoff (January 22, 2024). "Actor Chevy Chase films scenes for new Christmas movie in Central NY (photos)". Syracuse.com. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- 1 2 Lewis, Zach (January 27, 2024). "Another Comedian Added to Cast of 'The Christmas Letter;' Filming in Clinton". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Herbert, Geoff (December 29, 2023). "Actor Chevy Chase filming new Christmas movie in Central New York". Syracuse.com. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 13, 2024). "EXCLUSIVE: Brian Doyle-Murray Talks About His Connection to Utica While on Set of Local Christmas Movie". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 22, 2024). "Chevy Chase in Utica: Actor at Fort Schuyler Club for Movie Role". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 17, 2024). "IN PHOTOS: Behind-the-Scenes Look at Local Christmas Movie Filming in Utica". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (January 30, 2024). "IN PHOTOS: Wrapping Up Local Production of 'The Christmas Letter' This Week". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Mason, Mark (January 31, 2024). "That's a Wrap! Cast and Crew of 'The Christmas Letter' Party on Last Day of Local Filming". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Zach (October 10, 2024). "EXCLUSIVE: Streaming Release Date for Homegrown Holiday Movie 'The Christmas Letter' Has Been Announced". WKTV. Retrieved October 16, 2024.