Drink and Be Merry (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2025, Drink and Be Merry is a drama and comedy film directed by Adam Volerich, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. At a struggling New York dive bar in the days leading up to Christmas 2019, Chet, a beleaguered bartender in a state of extended arrested development, must balance caring for his misanthropic, aging regulars — who have nowhere else to go, and rely on him for far more than pouring drinks — with his naive desires to muster some Christmas spirit.
Who’s in it. Drink and Be Merry stars Jefferson White as Chet, Siobhan Fallon Hogan as Ma, Sophie Zucker as Maeve and Griffin Newman as Tony, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Drink and Be Merry sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drink and Be Merry page.
If you liked it. Fans of Drink and Be Merry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Drink and Be Merry (2025)?
- In US, Drink and Be Merry is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Drink and Be Merry worth watching?
- Drink and Be Merry holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Drink and Be Merry?
- Drink and Be Merry stars Jefferson White, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Sophie Zucker, Griffin Newman and Delaney Williams.
- When was Drink and Be Merry released?
- Drink and Be Merry was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.