Almost Christmas (film)

Almost Christmas

Promotional poster
Directed by David E. Talbert
Produced by Will Packer
Written by David E. Talbert
Starring Kimberly Elise
Omar Epps
Danny Glover
Mo'Nique
Romany Malco
Nicole Ari Parker
J. B. Smoove
Gabrielle Union
Jessie Usher
DC Young Fly
Music by Aaron Zigman
Cinematography Larry Blanford
Production
company
Distributed by Universal Pictures
Release dates
  • November 11, 2016 (2016-11-11)
Country United States
Language English

Almost Christmas is an upcoming American Christmas comedy film directed and written by David E. Talbert. The film stars Kimberly Elise, Mo'Nique, Nicole Ari Parker, Gabrielle Union, Jessie Usher, Danny Glover, Omar Epps, and Romany Malco. Principal photography began on November 2, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. The film will be released on November 11, 2016 by Universal Pictures.

Plot

About a dysfunctional family who gathers together for the first time on Christmas since their mom died.

Cast

Production

On April 27, 2015, it was announced that Universal Pictures had bought the comedy script A Meyers Thanksgiving from David E. Talbert, who would also direct the film, with Will Packer producing through Will Packer Productions.[9] The film was retitled to A Meyers Christmas, setting around the Christmas holidays.[10] On April 13, 2016, Universal Pictures announced another title change for the film, which will now be called Almost Christmas.[11]

Principal photography on the film began on November 2, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia.[12][13]

Release

Universal scheduled the film for an November 11, 2016 release.[10] A trailer for the film was released April 14, 2016.[14]

References

  1. ↑ Pedersen, Erik (October 26, 2015). "Kimberly Elise Is Wished ‘A Meyers Christmas’". deadline.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  2. ↑ Ford, Rebecca; Galuppo, Mia (October 5, 2015). "Gabrielle Union to Star in 'A Meyers Christmas' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  3. ↑ Ford, Rebecca (October 27, 2015). "Mo'Nique Joins 'A Meyers Christmas' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  4. ↑ Pedersen, Erik (November 6, 2015). "Nicole Ari Parker Joins The Family For ‘A Meyers Christmas’". deadline.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  5. ↑ Ford, Rebecca (October 22, 2015). "'Survivor's Remorse' Star Jessie Usher Joins 'A Meyers Christmas' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  6. ↑ Ford, Rebecca; Kit, Borys (October 9, 2015). "Danny Glover to Star in 'A Meyers Christmas' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  7. ↑ Busch, Anita (November 9, 2015). "Omar Epps Joins Universal Pictures’ Comedy ‘A Meyers Christmas’". deadline.com. Retrieved November 17, 2015.
  8. ↑ Ford, Rebecca (November 17, 2015). "Romany Malco Joins 'A Meyers Christmas' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved November 18, 2015.
  9. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (April 27, 2015). "Universal & Will Packer Land David E. Talbert Spec ‘A Meyers Thanksgiving’; Eye Holiday 2016". deadline.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  10. 1 2 A. Lincoln, Ross (May 14, 2015). "Universal Sets Release Dates For ‘Legend’, ‘A Meyers Christmas’". deadline.com. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  11. ↑ Lincoln, Ross A. (2016-04-13). "Universal Retitles Family Comedy ‘A Meyers Christmas’". Deadline. Retrieved 2016-04-17.
  12. ↑ "‘A Meyers Christmas’ Starring Gabrielle Union Open Casting Call in Atlanta". projectcasting.com. October 27, 2015. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  13. ↑ "On the Set for 11/6/15: Emily Blunt and Luke Evans Start ‘Girl on the Train’, Brad Pitt Wraps ‘Lost City of Z’". ssninsider.com. November 6, 2015. Retrieved November 8, 2015.
  14. ↑ "Almost Christmas - Teaser (HD)". YouTube. Retrieved 2016-04-17.

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