‘Tidings of discomfort and joy’
Christmas at the Kringles is a 2026 comedy horror film about a family starting fresh in a quiet suburban neighbourhood, whose next-door neighbours, the Kringles, are obsessed with yuletide celebrations.
The movie was directed by Kevin Lewis (Pig HIll; Oak; Willy’s Wonderland) from a screenplay by Zack Imbrogno (Slayers; Apt).
The 19th Hole Productions-Astria Studios co-production stars Ron Livingston, Rachel Bilson, Rob Riggle, Arden Myrin, Donald Faison and Thomas Lennon.
Plot:
The Seversons move into a quiet suburban neighbourhood hoping for a fresh start, only to discover their next-door neighbours, the Kringles, celebrate Christmas throughout the entire year. Initially, their eccentric enthusiasm seems harmless, however Mark and Julie become increasingly alarmed when their son develops a strong attachment to the festive family.
After tensions erupt into a heated confrontation, Mark ventures next door to retrieve his family and discovers the Kringles intend to hypnotise and indoctrinate them. With his loved ones trapped, he joins forces with a rogue Santa and launches a dangerous rescue mission against their Christmas-obsessed captors…
Release date:
October 30, 2026, theatrical release by Briarcliff Entertainment
Teaser trailer:
Trailer:
Final teaser – “Joy”:
Meeting the Kringles clip:
Where’s the Joy? clip:
Jingles vs Drunk Santa clip:
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