Official movie poster for The Holiday (2006), a comedy romance film

The Holiday(2006)

It's Christmas Eve and we are going to go celebrate being young and being alive.

7.1(5,740)2h 16m2006-12-05
ComedyRomance

The Holiday Synopsis

Two women, one American and one British, swap homes at Christmastime following bad breakups. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.

The Holiday (2006) is a comedy and romance film directed by Nancy Meyers, released on December 5, 2006 with a runtime of 2h 16m. It stars Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law and Jack Black. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 5,740 ratings.

Director:
Nancy Meyers
Writers:
Nancy Meyers
Producers:
Bruce A. Block, Nancy Meyers
Cinematographer:
Dean Cundey
Composer:
Hans Zimmer
Production:
Relativity Media, Waverly Films, Universal Pictures, Columbia Pictures
Budget:
$85,000,000
Revenue:
$205,233,866
Status:
Released

The Holiday (2006) Trailer

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The Holiday Videos & Clips

Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for The Holiday.

Official Trailer

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Amanda Meets Graham's Girls

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Amanda Realizes She's In Love With Graham

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"I'm Looking For Corny In My Life"

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Iris Breaks Things Off With Jasper

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"I Finally Know What I Want And What I Want Is You"

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The Three Musketeers

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Amanda & Graham Have A Cute Date!

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The Holiday Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 5,740 ratings.

Peter McGinn

7/10

There is a lot I like about this movie. The script is witty and there is good chemistry between the prospective couples, although it takes a while to develop with Amanda and Graham due to their awkward and clunky start. The old guy Arthur and the two children also add to the depth of the story. My only real issue was their deploying that awkward rom-com device when two characters have sex first and then fall in…

Reviewed on January 17, 2024

Alunauwie

9/10

he Holiday offers a charming and unique romantic premise, though it stretches believability with its unrealistic house-swapping setup and convenient character connections. Despite these flaws, the film builds strong character backstories and emotional growth, making it easy to follow and enjoyable. However, the unresolved issue of long-distance relationships leaves a lingering question by the end. Read the full…

Reviewed on September 30, 2025

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The Holiday – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Holiday online?

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The Holiday (2006) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand and Plex. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.

Who stars in The Holiday?

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The main cast of The Holiday (2006) includes Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black and Eli Wallach. The film was directed by Nancy Meyers. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was The Holiday released?

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The Holiday was released on December 5, 2006 and runs for 2h 16m.

Is The Holiday worth watching?

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The Holiday (2006) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 5,740 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for The Holiday?

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Yes. The official The Holiday trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.