November 22nd 2024.
As we eagerly scroll through our streaming platform's recommendations, we often come across titles that catch our attention. It's always exciting to discover a new movie, but it's even more thrilling when it turns out to be a hit. That's exactly what happened with Netflix's latest Christmas movie, Hot Frosty.
Starring the talented Lacey Chabert, known for her iconic role in Mean Girls, and Schitt's Creek heartthrob Dustin Milligan, Hot Frosty tells the heartwarming story of a young widow named Kathy who brings a snowman to life and falls in love with him. However, their love is put to the test when Jack, the snowman, starts melting.
It's no surprise that the film has been receiving rave reviews since its release last week. What's more surprising is that the screenwriter, Russell Hainline, actually predicted its success over three years ago. In a recent tweet, he quoted his own post from September 26, 2021, where he exclaimed, "Just had the best idea for a Hallmark Christmas movie holy s**t holy s**t holy s**t." Little did he know that this idea would become the beloved Hot Frosty.
Hainline's prediction was spot on, as the film quickly climbed its way to the top spot on Netflix's global chart, with over 24 million hours watched in just a few days and a total of 16 million views. It even beat out popular titles such as Meet Me Next Christmas and Minions: The Rise of Gru.
Aside from its impressive viewership, Hot Frosty also earned an impressive 82% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, surpassing other beloved Christmas movies like Home Alone and Love Actually. It's safe to say that this film is a must-watch this holiday season.
In an interview for Netflix's Tudum event, Dustin Milligan shared his experience playing Jack, the snowman-turned-human. He hoped that viewers would appreciate Jack's "whimsy" and enjoy seeing the world through his innocent and new perspective. Lacey Chabert, who plays Kathy, added that her character's journey of finding joy again after experiencing grief resonated with her.
Hot Frosty is a charming and heartwarming film that will surely put you in the holiday spirit. So, if you haven't already, make sure to add it to your watchlist on Netflix. Who knows, you might just fall in love with Jack the snowman too.
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