The Christmas Party (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1996, The Christmas Party is a comedy film directed by Jari Halonen, running about 84 minutes. “Christmas is a family party.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joulubileet (The Christmas Party) might well be the closest to the ultimate cult movie that the Finnish film industry has ever gotten. The third directorial effort of Jari Halonen, a clearly distinctive voice in the local filmmaking landscape, is a timeless, absurd and at times completely insane piece of masculine comedy rough not only on the edges, but to the core. A story of Mike, just out of prison, and his buddies throwing a Christmas party under the most obscure circumstances is filled with juicy dialogue and plot twists that will definitely make your jaw drop – and have you chuckle for days after.
Who’s in it. The Christmas Party stars Jorma Tommila as Bona Merenkylä, Antti Reini as Mike Merenkylä, Rauno Juvonen as Joukka and Oiva Lohtander as Hämäläinen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Christmas Party has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Christmas Party page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Christmas Party tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Christmas Party (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Christmas Party change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Christmas Party worth watching?
- The Christmas Party holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Christmas Party?
- The Christmas Party stars Jorma Tommila, Antti Reini, Rauno Juvonen, Oiva Lohtander and Sari Havas.
- When was The Christmas Party released?
- The Christmas Party was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.