Kylie Woodward
Staff Writer
The 2024 romance holiday comedy movie, Meet Me Next Christmas directed by Rusty Cundieff, featuring Christina Milian as Layla, Devale Ellis as Teddy, and Kofi Siriboe as James was released on Netflix November 6th, 2026.
Set in New York City during the festive holiday season, the story follows Layla, a hopeless romantic who experiences a spontaneous encounter with James at the airport; they agree to meet at the sold-out Pentatonix concert the next year.
As the date approaches, Layla gets help from Teddy to secure tickets and navigate the city’s holiday business in hopes to rekindle the connection.
As she races against time to secure the tickets, her bond with Teddy deepens. The film keeps the audience guessing – will she reunite with James, or will her journey reveal that she is closer to love than she thinks?
Chirstina Milian as Layla, delivering a heartfelt performance that captures the hopefulness of the character. Kofi Siriboes as James is charming and mysterious, providing the perfect counterpart to the story’s romantic intrigue.
At the core, Meet Me Next Christmas explores the theme of hope and self discovery. It blends really well with the festive cheer and holiday vibe, making a balance that the audience enjoys.
The New York setting, combined with the Pentatonix’s musical interludes, adds a layer of holiday magic to the film.
The film received mixed reviews. Critics have praised and loved the chemistry between the films ability to capture the spirit of love and Christmas season. On Rotten Tomatoes, audience reactions vary, with loving the feel-good nature while others find the movie is predictable.
Overall Meet Me Next Christmas offers the lighthearted and festive tone- perfect for the holidays.
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