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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever 2024

The 2024 film adaptation of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, directed by Dallas Jenkins, follows the chaotic and heartwarming story of the Bradley family and the notorious Herdman siblings. Narrated by an adult Beth Bradley (Lauren Graham), the plot centers on Grace Bradley (Judy Greer), who reluctantly takes over the local church's annual Christmas pageant after the regular director is incapacitated. The production is thrown into turmoil when the six Herdman children—the town's most feared juvenile delinquents—decide to join the pageant simply because they heard the church provides free snacks. Despite never having heard the story of the Nativity, the Herdmans bully their way into the lead roles, with the tough-as-nails Imogene (Beatrice Schneider) playing Mary and the fierce Gladys (Kynlee Heiman) as the Angel of the Lord. Their unconventional, often gritty interpretation of the Christmas story initially shocks the judgmental townspeople, but their raw and honest perspective ultimately highlights the true, messy meaning of grace, turning a potential disaster into the most memorable pageant the community has ever seen. The film's ensemble cast brings a perfect balance of humor and sincerity to this beloved story. Judy Greer stars as the determined Grace Bradley, supported by Pete Holmes as her witty and grounded husband, Bob. Molly Belle Wright portrays the young Beth Bradley, who serves as our eyes and ears within the church community, while Sebastian Billingsley-Rodriguez plays her younger brother, Charlie. The unruly Herdman clan is brought to life by a talented group of young actors including Mason D. Nelligan as Ralph, Ewan Wood as Leroy, Matthew Lamb as Claude, and Essek Moore as Ollie, alongside the standout performances of Schneider and Heiman. The cast is rounded out by familiar faces such as Elizabeth Tabish and Kirk B.R. Woller, who help depict the skeptical townspeople and church leaders who must eventually learn to look past the Herdmans' rough exteriors to see the miracle unfolding on stage. Financially, the film was a significant success for Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company, particularly given its modest production budget of approximately $10 million. It opened to a strong $10.8 million in its first weekend and demonstrated impressive staying power throughout the holiday season, eventually grossing over $40.2 million at the worldwide box office. Its success was bolstered by an enthusiastic reception from audiences, who gave it a rare "A" CinemaScore.Regarding worldwide availability, the film is currently accessible for streaming on STARZ in the United States, as well as on various platforms that offer STARZ as an add-on, such as Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and The Roku Channel. For viewers outside the US or those without a subscription, it is widely available for digital rent or purchase on major storefronts like Apple TV, YouTube, and Google Play. In international markets like India, the film has been made available through services like Netflix and Zee5, ensuring that this modern holiday classic is reachable to a global audience. Read More

• 2024
• 1 h : 39 min
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• PG