PG-13

Home for the Holidays

On the fourth Thursday in November, 84 million American families will gather together... And wonder why.

1995 • 103 min • Comedy · Drama · Romance

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Synopsis

After losing her job, making out with her soon-to-be former boss, and finding out that her daughter plans to spend Thanksgiving with her boyfriend, Claudia Larson faces spending the holiday with her unhinged family.

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Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

195 reviews

63 Audience · 195 · 100%

Claudia faces a chaotic Thanksgiving with her eccentric family after a rough patch in her life. This ensemble comedy-drama explores the hilarious and heartfelt challenges of family dynamics during the holidays.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 4/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 4/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 0/10

Heads up

Frequent arguments and bickering
Some sexual innuendo and suggestive comments
Adult themes of career struggles and relationship issues

What it models well

Family acceptance
Dealing with disappointment
Finding your place

Talk about it after

How families show love in different ways
Managing expectations during holidays
The importance of open communication

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Home for the Holidays. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.