The Holiday in Concert
A classic Christmas rom-com gets a unique twist with a live orchestra, bringing the beloved film to life in a new way. This special screening is a must-see for fans of the genre.
Dir: Nancy Meyers
Cast: Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black, Eli Wallach, Edward Burns, Rufus Sewell, Miffy Englefield
136 mins · 2006 · United States of America · Cert 12A · French, English
IMDb 7.0/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 51% · Metacritic 52/100 · TMDB 7.1/10 · Trakt 77%
Awards: 2 wins & 12 nominations total
The Holiday in Concert - Film with Live Orchestra
1 Dec 2026
Theatre Royal Brighton
In a charming twist of fate, two women from opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean swap homes for the holiday season, only to find love in the unlikeliest of places. • The film boasts an impressive cast, including Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black, all of whom bring their unique chemistry to the story. • With a runtime of 136 minutes, The Holiday is a heartwarming and hilarious exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery, set against the picturesque backdrop of England and California. • The movie has garnered a significant following, with a 7.0/10 rating on IMDb, 51% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 77% on Trakt, cementing its status as a modern classic.
The Holiday in Concert will be screened at the Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, on Tuesday, 1 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. This unique event promises to bring a new level of magic to the beloved film, with a live orchestra performing the musical score in tandem with the on-screen action. With its talented cast, witty script, and memorable characters, The Holiday is a film that will leave audiences feeling uplifted and entertained, making it the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.
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What viewers say
nmahoney416 · 6/10
Way too long and not enough Jack Black. There is nothing special about this to make it a holiday tradition.
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PorterUk · 8/10
There are only two films that I rewatch every Xmas... EVERY XMAS. 1) Die Hard. (Perfect action movie.) 2) The Holiday. Here's why: - Eli Wallach as Arthur Abbot. This character is phenomenal and has so much reality written into him. His relationship with Kate Winslet is just beautiful. And his praise of 'gumption' is something we all should reiterate. The women of the 1930s screwball comedies are the women that 2020s aspire to - independent,…
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samtasia
Jude Law is the husband house wife we didn’t know we needed. “I am Daddy.”
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Marylalalaify · 9/10
I enjoyed it better the second time I watched it (there was a 6-year gap in between). It shows different kinds of love and I always like a cozy English romance. [spoiler]However, there are no resolutions about long distance relationships. It’s not gonna work, guys! Believe me, I’ve tried! [/spoiler]
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Horror future #7 · 7/10
Better than i thought and for sure less excessive than i expected.Nothing special but a fair-good movie. 6.8/10
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TKPNPodcast · 6/10
I don't understand. Weren't there supposed to be any comedy in the romantic comedy? This focuses way too much on Cameron Diaz's story and not enough on Winslet's which is a better story. What a disappointment!
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beardedonewatches · 8/10
Required viewing in our home around Christmas. The Holiday is no classic but manages to be a nice holiday comedy. Cameron Diaz is her usual ditzy self and Kate Winslet manages to be very good without any nudity (An accomplishment in itself). But the real star of this movie is Eli Wallach. You'll see what I mean when you watch this surprisingly good movie...
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FinFan · 6/10
Rom Coms are very low on my watchlist. That doesn't stop me from watching one when someone I'm a fan of is in one. In this case Kate Winslet. This one is as good or bad as they come. They go through the paces checking all the boxes along the way. And at the end, naturally, comes the happy-end. A feel-good-movie. It is way to long, though. Seems like you could make a movie out of either one of the plots and be better of focusing on one instead of…
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