Kiefer Sutherland Brings Hollywood to the Holidays in Tinsel Town — A Sky Original Christmas Movie (Dec 5)

Kiefer Sutherland is stepping into the festive season with a brand-new Sky Original film, Tinsel Town — a warm, witty, and wonderfully British Christmas comedy arriving on Sky Cinema and NOW this December 5.

The Tinsel Town trailer has just landed, giving fans a first look at Sutherland as a jaded Hollywood action hero who finds redemption in the unlikeliest of places: a small English village pantomime.

A Story with Heart, Humor, and Holiday Chaos

At the heart of Tinsel Town is a classic fish-out-of-water setup with a festive twist.
A washed-up Hollywood star (Sutherland) is tricked into starring in a small English town’s chaotic Christmas pantomime, where a no-nonsense dance instructor and his estranged daughter just might help him rediscover the magic — and the meaning — of Christmas.

It’s a blend of backstage comedy, small-town charm, and emotional storytelling that captures the nostalgia of the season while keeping one foot firmly in modern, laugh-out-loud British humour.

Director Chris Foggin (Fisherman’s Friends) and screenwriter Piers Ashworth (Save the Cinema, St Trinian’s) bring a cinematic warmth that turns this whimsical premise into something both heartfelt and genuinely funny.

An All-Star Ensemble Cast

• Tinsel Town* boasts one of the most eclectic and entertaining casts of the season:

Kiefer Sutherland, Rebel Wilson, Mawaan Rizwan, Derek Jacobi, Danny Dyer, Katherine Ryan, Asim Chaudhry, Jason Manford, Meera Syal, Alice Eve, and James Lance.

Each brings a distinct comedic energy, making Tinsel Town feel like a who’s-who of British entertainment colliding with Hollywood charm.
Sutherland’s trademark mix of intensity and vulnerability grounds the chaos, while Wilson and Rizwan add exuberant comic flair.

Behind the Scenes

• Director: Chris Foggin

• Writer: Piers Ashworth

• Production: Sky Original Film

• Distributor: Sky Cinema & NOW

• Release Date: December 5 2025

Shot across picturesque English towns and bright theatre stages, Tinsel Town captures that quintessential “small community pulls together” spirit that defines many of the UK’s favourite Christmas tales.

Why * Tinsel Town * Is a Must-Watch This Christmas

• A new kind of Christmas film. Combines the emotion of a holiday classic with showbiz satire and British comedy.

• Kiefer Sutherland’s return to feel-good storytelling. Fans will see a lighter, more comedic side of the actor best known for high-stakes drama.

• Sky TV’s big festive premiere. As a Sky Original, it joins a growing slate of prestige holiday features exclusive to Sky Cinema.

• A movie for everyone. Family-friendly, funny, and filled with charm — the perfect choice for a winter movie night.

“It’s about second chances, family, and the joy of performance — exactly what Christmas should be about,”says director Chris Foggin.

Where to Watch

Tinsel Town will premiere on Sky Cinema and stream on NOW starting December 5 2025 in the UK and Ireland.

 FAQs

When is Tinsel Town released?
December 5 2025.

Where can I watch it?
On Sky Cinema and NOW (UK & Ireland).

Who stars in it?

Kiefer Sutherland leads a cast including Rebel Wilson, Mawaan Rizwan, Derek Jacobi, Danny Dyer, Katherine Ryan, Asim Chaudhry, Jason Manford, Meera Syal, Alice Eve, and James Lance.

Who directed it?

Chris Foggin, known for Fisherman’s Friends.

Who wrote it?

Piers Ashworth, writer of St Trinian’s and Save the Cinema.

What other new films is Kiefer in?

Stone Cold Fox which is set to be released November 2025

Excited to see Kiefer’s Christmas movie? Tell us what you think of the Tinsel Town trailer below!