A snowstorm strands them. A spark connects them. And one promise will change everything. Meet Me Next Christmas brings Christina Milian and Kofi Siriboe together in Netflix’s enchanting new holiday romantic comedy, where fate, music, and timing collide beneath the glittering lights of New York City. Directed by Rusty Cundieff, this cozy, music-filled love story captures everything we crave from a Christmas movie — laughter, warmth, and that once-in-a-lifetime magic that only happens when the world slows down for the holidays. The trailer is at the end of the article.
A year earlier, Layla (Milian) meets James (Siriboe) when a snowed-in airport turns into an unexpected night of connection. Before they part, they make a pact: if both are single next Christmas Eve, they’ll meet again — at the sold-out Pentatonix concert in New York.
When Layla’s relationship implodes months later, that promise becomes the only thing that feels real. What follows is a fast, funny, and romantic chase across the city — hotel lobbies, subway platforms, snowy sidewalks — as she races against time (and sold-out tickets) to find the man she can’t stop thinking about.
Rusty Cundieff directs with a light, rhythmic touch — blending the shimmer of holiday décor with the beat of modern city life. The tone stays breezy but heartfelt, balancing humor with real emotion. The film’s use of Pentatonix’s live performances adds an electric musical pulse, transforming familiar holiday moments into cinematic set pieces.
Christina Milian brings warmth, wit, and charisma to the role, while Kofi Siriboe exudes quiet magnetism — together, their chemistry feels instant yet earned. Devale Ellis, as the charmingly unhelpful hotel concierge, adds humor and spark to the mix.
Shot in Toronto, doubling for New York City, the film is visually lush — glowing lights, icy streets, and cozy interiors designed to make every frame feel like a postcard. It’s a modern holiday fantasy, unapologetically romantic and joyfully sentimental.
While Meet Me Next Christmas doesn’t reinvent the holiday rom-com formula, it embraces it with style. It’s a story about missed chances, rediscovery, and believing again in timing — that rare thing every love story depends on.
The film glows with a mix of laughter, rhythm, and emotional warmth — a recipe tailor-made for December nights. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 69% critics score, while viewers call it “sweet, funny, and full of Christmas cheer.” Its charm lies not in surprise but in sincerity, letting familiar moments feel new again. The chemistry between Milian and Siriboe gives the story real emotional weight, while the music keeps it irresistibly alive. For Netflix, it’s another worthy addition to its lineup of festive favorites alongside Love Hard, Falling for Christmas, and Holiday Rush — proof that sometimes the simplest love stories shine the brightest.
- • Original title: Meet Me Next Christmas
- • Genre: Holiday Romantic Comedy
- • Country of production: USA / Canada
- • Year of release: 2024
- • Directed by: Rusty Cundieff
- • Main cast: Christina Milian, Kofi Siriboe, Devale Ellis, Pentatonix (as themselves)
- • Produced by: Roberts Media / Netflix
- • Release date on Netflix USA: November 6, 2024
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In the meantime, enjoy the trailer below.
A promise made under falling snow, a city alive with music, and a love that refuses to fade — Meet Me Next Christmas is the kind of holiday magic we wait all year for.
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