The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, a new holiday film directed by Dallas Jenkins, has made an impressive debut with a perfect 100% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie, based on Barbara Robinson’s 1972 novel, follows six mischief-making siblings who unexpectedly take over a town’s Christmas pageant and end up teaching everyone the true meaning of the holiday. The cast includes Judy Greer, Pete Holmes, Molly Belle Wright, Kirk B.R. Woller, and Gilmore Girls star Lauren Graham, who narrates the story.
Following its premiere in Los Angeles on November 2, the film has garnered over 250 verified audience reviews, all contributing to its flawless Rotten Tomatoes score. Critics have also responded positively, giving the movie a solid 92% on the Tomatometer based on 12 reviews.
What The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’s Perfect Audience Score Means for the Movie
The film’s early reception indicates strong audience approval. With more than 250 verified ratings, the perfect score suggests that viewers are responding well to the movie’s heartwarming and humorous story. Adapted from the beloved book, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever blends laughs with heartfelt moments, celebrating kindness and community—values that make it a potential new family holiday favorite.
Critics also appreciate the film’s charm, noting its strong performances, funny script, and the way it handles religious themes with subtlety. While some critics feel the film doesn’t have the depth or magic of a Christmas classic, others believe it has all the makings of a new holiday favorite.
What’s Next for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever?
While the movie’s perfect Rotten Tomatoes audience score is a promising start, it’s important to remember that the score comes from a limited number of reviews following its Los Angeles premiere. Once the film is released to a wider audience in theaters, public opinion may shift, which could affect its score. Still, the early reactions—both from critics and viewers—are very encouraging, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever looks poised to be a heartwarming addition to the holiday movie season.
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