Kate Winslet Delivers a Christmas Eve Treat for Fans With ‘Goodbye June’

As December’s chill tiptoes in, audiences seek stories that warm the soul and tickle the brain. Imagine cozy fireside chats mixed with the suspense of a well-kept secret. Enter Kate Winslet, whose screen magic feels like a festive hug from a favorite carol. This Christmas Eve, she gifts us Goodbye June: a film wrapped in mystery, heart, and an all-star cast ready to jingle all the way into your watchlist.

Just when you thought holiday movies were stuck in a fruitcake loop, Kate Winslet is set to drop a directorial debut that is equal parts family chaos and festive flair.

Kate Winslet breaks the holiday mold with her directorial debut

Kate Winslet not only directs but stars in Goodbye June alongside a powerhouse ensemble including Toni Collette, Helen Mirren, Andrea Riseborough, Johnny Flynn, and Timothy Spall. The story unfolds just before Christmas, when an unexpected turn in their mother, June’s health throws four siblings and their exasperating father into chaos. June, played by Mirren, orchestrates her decline with biting humor and love, making this film anything but your average holiday fare. 

Goodbye June does the rare holiday trick of mixing sharp wit with heartfelt drama, sidestepping clichés for raw, relatable family dynamics. The script penned by Winslet’s son Joe Anders weaves a story where holiday spirit meets brutal honesty. With her confident direction guiding this talented cast, expect a movie that balances emotional depth and humor effortlessly—a perfect break from predictable Christmas classics.

Mark your calendars: this is not your typical candy-cane-coated tale Goodbye June serves up holiday drama with an all-star British cast and a Netflix premiere to make your Christmas Eve sparkle.

From star power to Christmas eve streaming: Why Goodbye June is a must-watch event

The film lands in select US and UK theaters on December 12, 2025, before streaming on Netflix on Christmas Eve, December 24. Produced by Kate Winslet and Kate Solomon under Working Title Films, the movie showcases British talent at its best. Its release is perfectly timed to grace holiday movie nights. Goodbye June offers a fresh festive option with plenty of star power and substance.

In short, Goodbye June is the ultimate Christmas Eve treat, witty, warm, with an Oscar-winning cast including the movie that the audience has not been able to move on from: Titanic’s Kate Winslet and Mirren lighting up the screen. It is more than a movie; it is an invitation to unwrap a holiday story rich in humor and heart. For viewers seeking a clever, satisfying seasonal film, this is one gift guaranteed to linger long after the credits roll.

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