Almost Christmas (2016)
A family navigates old wounds and new traditions during their first bittersweet holiday season without mom.
A dysfunctional family gathers together for their first Christmas since the death of their matriarch.
How intense is Almost Christmas?
Almost Christmas has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a family watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What Almost Christmas feels like
- Tone
- heartwarmingfeel goodmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Family nightComfort watch
Where to stream Almost Christmas
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 10, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Almost Christmas for you?
Is Almost Christmas scary?
No. Almost Christmas is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Almost Christmas gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Almost Christmas sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Almost Christmas OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Almost Christmas?
Almost Christmas runs 1h 51m.
Where can I stream Almost Christmas?
Almost Christmas is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does Almost Christmas have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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