Nutmeg & Mistletoe
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| Directed by | Peter Herro |
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| Cinematography | Tom Magill |
Production company | Abyssal Films |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Nutmeg & Mistletoe is an upcoming American Christmas comedy film directed by Peter Herro and written by Jennifer Bascom and Deborah Dodge. It stars Madeleine Arthur, Sarah Jeffery, Arianna Rivas, Maia Kealoha, and Nia Vardalos.
Premise
Alma, a young girl who notices that her town has lost the festive spirit. Instead of wanting Christmas gifts, she writes a heartfelt letter to Santa Claus asking for help.[1]
Cast
- Madeleine Arthur as Mistletoe
- Sarah Jeffery as Nutmeg
- Arianna Rivas
- Maia Kealoha as Alma
- Nia Vardalos
- Cedric Yarbrough
- Jeff Meacham
- Angelique Cabral
- Tyler Barnhardt
- Reid Miller
Production
In December 2024, it was announced that Peter Herro would be directing a Christmas comedy film, written by Jennifer Bascom and Deborah Dodge.[2] Principal photography began on January 30, 2026, in Los Angeles.[3] Madeleine Arthur, Sarah Jeffery, Arianna Rivas, Maia Kealoha, Nia Vardalos, Cedric Yarbrough, Jeff Meacham, Angelique Cabral, Tyler Barnhardt, and Reid Miller rounded out the cast. Filming wrapped on February 12, 2026.[4]
Release
Nutmeg & Mistletoe is scheduled to be released in the United States in December 2026.[5]
References
- ^ "Lilo & Stitch star Maia Kealoha joins Madeleine Arthur in Christmast adventure, Nutmeg & Mistletoe". Prime Timer. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- ^ "Jennifer Bascom & Deborah Dodge Writer Interviews". Abysmal Films. December 30, 2024. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ @nutmegandmistletoe; (January 30, 2026). "And so the magic begins, with a slate and a snowflake ❄️" – via Instagram.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 12, 2026). "Madeleine Arthur, Sarah Jeffery, Nia Vardalos, Arianna Rivas & 'Lilo & Stitch' Star Maia Kealoha Lead Christmas Comedy 'Nutmeg & Mistletoe', First Look Revealed – EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ Christophel, Nathan (February 13, 2026). "Big Island girl who played Lilo in live action 'Lilo & Stitch' lands another starring role". Kaua'i Now. Retrieved February 15, 2026.