I'll Be Next Door for Christmas is a heartwarming family comedy that tells the story of a teenage girl named Nicky (played by Juliette Angelo), who is convinced that her family's obsession with Christmas is the root of all their problems. Tired of the over-the-top decorations, traditions, and gifts, Nicky comes up with a plan to skip Christmas altogether and spend the holiday with her boyfriend in Mexico.
However, Nicky's plan hits a roadblock when her dad (played by Regan Burns) announces that he is bringing home his new girlfriend for Christmas dinner, and the whole family has to pretend to be happy and festive. To make things even worse, Nicky's little sister accidentally finds out about her plan, and in an effort to convince Nicky to stay, she recruits the entire neighborhood to create a winter wonderland that could rival the North Pole.
As Nicky tries to navigate her way through the holiday chaos, she starts to realize that maybe Christmas isn't so bad after all. With the help of her family, friends, and a few unexpected visitors, Nicky begins to see the true magic of the holiday season and learns that family, love, and tradition are the perfect ingredients for a truly memorable Christmas.
One of the main themes of the movie is the importance of family, and how even though they may drive us crazy at times, they are the ones who will always be there for us when we need them. Another theme that the movie explores is the idea of embracing tradition while still being open to new experiences and ideas.
The movie is filled with plenty of humorous and heartwarming moments, as well as a few musical numbers that will have you tapping your feet and humming along. The cast, which includes newcomers Kirrilee Berger and Regan Burns, as well as veteran actor Beth Littleford, all deliver strong performances and help bring the story to life.
Overall, I'll Be Next Door for Christmas is a charming and entertaining holiday movie that is perfect for families looking for a fun and festive way to get into the Christmas spirit. Whether you're a fan of classic Christmas movies or are looking for something new and fresh, this movie is sure to warm your heart and put a smile on your face.
I'll Be Next Door for Christmas is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.
It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.0.
