In November, history was made when Hulu released the first major LGBTQ+ Christmas film. Directed by Clea DuVall, Happiest Season follows the story of Abby (Kristen Stewart) and Harper (Mackenzie Davis), a lesbian couple who attend the latter’s annual family Christmas party.
There, Abby discovers that Harper hasn’t yet come out to her conservative parents, played by Victor Garber and Mary Steenburgen.
Of course, chaos then ensues. The rom-com boasts an ensemble cast, with other supporting players including Aubrey Plaza, Dan Levy, Alison Brie, Ana Gasteyer, Mary Holland, Jake McDorman, Burl Moseley and Sarayu Blue.
Upon release, Happiest Season received widespread acclaim for the cast’s performances – especially Plaza, whose character proved