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How to Ruin the Holidays
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How to Ruin the Holidays

2023-12-15 · 94 min · ★ 5.0

Comedy · Drama

When a struggling comedian reluctantly returns home for the holidays, not only must she deal with her eccentric family, but she ultimately faces a life-changing decision about her special-needs brother.

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Directors
Arlen Konopaki
Production companies
Buffalo 8, Dad's Garage, Krog Street
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 120,000

Top Cast

Amber NashAmber NashMichelle
Colin MochrieColin MochrieDad
Luke DavisLuke DavisMark
Kate LambertKate LambertAndrea
Aisha TylerAisha TylerSuzy
Henry ZebrowskiHenry ZebrowskiLarry
Ronny ChiengRonny ChiengPhil Poon
Caroline AaronCaroline AaronMom
Andrea LaingAndrea LaingYoga Instructor
Bianca GarciaLA Woman 1
Danielle ManerLA Woman 2
Freddy BoydFreddy BoydDirector
Matt HorganDouchebag Executive
Leslie SharpObnoxious Lady
William TokarskyWilliam TokarskySurly Senior
Rickey BoyntonSanta
Stacy MelichSharon
Amanda Lee WilliamsOffended Lady
Tommy FutchTree Salesman
Megan LeahyDoctor

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