November 22nd 2024.
The holiday season always brings a sense of warmth and cheer, and it seems that Netflix subscribers have fully embraced the festive spirit this year. With its heartwarming story and charming characters, the holiday romance Hot Frosty has quickly captured the hearts of viewers, soaring to the top of the global chart with a whopping 16 million views. Starring the beloved Lacey Chabert from Mean Girls, the film tells the tale of a young widow who magically brings a handsome snowman to life, and eventually falls for his endearing naivete and irresistible charm.
However, as with any love story, there are sure to be obstacles in the way. As her new beau begins to melt, the path of true love may turn to slush. Despite this potential setback, Hot Frosty has captured the hearts of viewers since its release on November 13, quickly earning a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Although it has since dropped to an impressive 82%, it still surpasses even the highly anticipated Gladiator 2.
In just its first five days on the platform, Hot Frosty was watched over 16 million times, totaling to an impressive 24 million hours of viewing time. These incredible numbers have secured its spot as the number one most-watched film on Netflix for the week of November 11-17. Fans have been raving about the film's whimsical storyline, catapulting it to the top spot in the UK and several other countries including Canada, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, and Spain. It's clear that Hot Frosty has been a smash hit, receiving praise from both critics and subscribers alike.
On Rotten Tomatoes, TheWrap's William Bibbiani wrote, "It's cheap and silly, with a laughable premise that some may mistake for terribleness. But it's also winking and whimsical, knowing exactly what it's doing and doing it on purpose. And somehow, it actually kind of works." Jack King of GQ also praised the film, saying, "Amid its galaxy-brained silliness is a genuinely beautiful message about the human experience and how we never forget the people we loved. After all, Christmas is about little else."
Over on social media, viewers have been showering Hot Frosty with compliments. One user wrote, "Hot Frosty is a perfect 10/10, no notes, movie of the year!" while another exclaimed, "Hot Frosty is an absolutely insane movie, and I loved every second of it. I would watch it again in a heartbeat!" Of course, not everyone has been won over by the film's charm, with a disappointing 57% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and even one reviewer going so far as to call it "the worst movie ever."
But for those who can look past the silliness and embrace the holiday magic, Hot Frosty has proven to be a winner. And it's not the only festive film that has captured viewers' hearts on Netflix. Another romantic holiday film, Meet Me Next Christmas, has also secured a spot in the top 10. The film follows a hopeless romantic named Layla who races across New York City to find a ticket to a sold-out Christmas concert and ends up connecting with the man of her dreams. With 11.8 million views last week, it claimed the number two spot on Netflix's global chart.
If you haven't had a chance to watch Hot Frosty yet, it's available for streaming on Netflix. And if you're looking for more heartwarming holiday films to add to your watchlist, Meet Me Next Christmas is also available on the platform. With so much love and cheer to go around, it's no wonder that these festive films are bringing joy to viewers all over the world. So why not cozy up with some hot cocoa and enjoy these heartwarming stories this holiday season? After all, 'tis the season to be jolly!
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