Michelle Pfeiffer leads “Oh. What. Fun.”, Amazon Prime Video’s newest holiday comedy, with a poignant performance of Claire Clauster, the glue that holds together her chaotic family during each festive season. Pfeiffer brings nuance to the role of a mother desperately seeking some appreciation amidst the hustle of holiday traditions. Her comedic and dramatic talents shine in this film.
When Claire’s family inadvertently leaves her behind on Christmas Eve, she embarks on a peculiar road trip to rediscover what the holidays mean when you put yourself first. Supporting are Jason Schwartzman, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, and Eva Longoria, adding star power to the film, though often underutilized in a script that struggles to balance comedy and more heartfelt themes.
“Oh. What. Fun.” stands out, however, honoring every overworked holiday host, and mom at Christmastime, focusing on efforts that are so easily overlooked. The film sails into relatable frustrations and societal expectations, with its mix of warm family moments and screwball comedy often going off target, but with a likely resonance with anyone feeling underappreciated during the holidays.
The film, directed by Michael Showalter and written by Chandler Baker, will be an ebullient holiday romp available for streaming exclusively on Prime Video, starting December 3, 2025.
