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Drama
Comedy
The Holdovers
Release27 October 2023
Runtime2h 13m
Budget$13,000,000
Views5
DirectorAlexander Payne
ProducersMark Johnson, Bill Block, David Hemingson
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A heartfelt crowd-pleaser worth your time
Key highlights — Paul Giamatti delivers a career-highlight turn as the curmudgeonly instructor Paul Hunham, matched by breakout newcomer Dominic Sessa and a moving Da'Vine Joy Randolph as grieving head cook Mary Lamb. Director Alexander Payne blends discomfort and joy into an unlikely trio's holiday bond. Set against a wintry New England prep school, it earns its emotion the honest way.
Overview
The Holdovers (2023): Alexander Payne's warm, funny drama about a cranky prep school teacher, a troubled student, and a grieving cook stuck together over Christmas break. Starring Paul Giamatti.
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Paul Giamatti Paul Hunham -
Dominic Sessa Angus Tully -
Da'Vine Joy Randolph Mary Lamb -
Carrie Preston Miss Lydia Crane -
Brady Hepner Teddy Kountze
Why Watch
If you love character-driven dramas with sharp comedy and genuine heart, this one is for you. The performances alone make it essential viewing, and the story finds warmth in the most unlikely of holiday setups. It's a modern film with the feel of a timeless classic.
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Fun Fact
Made on a modest $13 million budget, the film marked the screen debut of Dominic Sessa, who was cast as troubled student Angus Tully.
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