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    Nativity!

    • 20092009
    • PGPG
    • 1h 45min
    IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    8.7K
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    Martin Freeman in Nativity! (2009)
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    An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.

    • Director
      • Debbie Isitt
    • Writer
      • Debbie Isitt(screenplay)
    • Stars
      • Martin Freeman
      • Marc Wootton
      • Jason Watkins
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Debbie Isitt
    • Writer
      • Debbie Isitt(screenplay)
    • Stars
      • Martin Freeman
      • Marc Wootton
      • Jason Watkins
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    • 57User reviews
    • 45Critic reviews
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  • Videos2

    Nativity
    Trailer 1:59
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    Martin Freeman in Nativity! (2009)
    Martin Freeman and Marc Wootton in Nativity! (2009)
    Jason Watkins in Nativity! (2009)
    Martin Freeman in Nativity! (2009)
    Martin Freeman and Ashley Jensen in Nativity! (2009)

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    Martin Freeman
    Martin Freeman
    • Paul Maddensas Paul Maddens
    Marc Wootton
    Marc Wootton
    • Mr. Poppyas Mr. Poppy
    Jason Watkins
    Jason Watkins
    • Gordon Shakespeareas Gordon Shakespeare
    Ashley Jensen
    Ashley Jensen
    • Jennifer Loreas Jennifer Lore
    Pam Ferris
    Pam Ferris
    • Mrs. Bevanas Mrs. Bevan
    Alan Carr
    Alan Carr
    • The Criticas The Critic
    Ricky Tomlinson
    Ricky Tomlinson
    • Lord Mayoras Lord Mayor
    Rosie Cavaliero
    Rosie Cavaliero
    • Miss Ryeas Miss Rye
    John Sessions
    John Sessions
    • Mr. Loreas Mr. Lore
    Phyllis Logan
    Phyllis Logan
    • Mrs. Loreas Mrs. Lore
    Clarke Peters
    Clarke Peters
    • Studio Bossas Studio Boss
    Geoffrey Hutchings
    Geoffrey Hutchings
    • Father Tomas Father Tom
    Matt Rippy
    Matt Rippy
    • Harrisonas Harrison
    Rhydian Jones
    Rhydian Jones
    • Studio Receptionistas Studio Receptionist
    Selina Cadell
    Selina Cadell
    • Oakmoor Headmistressas Oakmoor Headmistress
    Ashley Blake
    • BBC Midlands Reporteras BBC Midlands Reporter
    Morgan Jones
    Morgan Jones
    • Parentas Parent
    Jesus de Miguel
    • Parentas Parent
    • Director
      • Debbie Isitt
    • Writer
      • Debbie Isitt(screenplay)
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    Storyline

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    This Christmas, primary school teacher Paul Maddens is charged with producing the school's nativity play. Competing against the posh rival school for the honor of best reviewed show in town, the stakes are raised when Paul idly boasts that his ex-girlfriend Jennifer, a Hollywood Producer, is coming to see his show with a view to turning it into a film. The only trouble is - they haven't spoken in years. With eccentric assistant Mr Poppy fuelling his 'little white lie', Maddens suddenly finds himself a local celebrity and at the center of quarreling parents and over-excited children desperate in their bid for fame and fortune. Maddens' only hope is to get back in touch with Jennifer and lure Hollywood to town so that everybody's Christmas wishes come true. —Anonymous
    low self esteemexclamation point in titlepunctuation in titleprimary school teacherfirst part47 more
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    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Family
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG for brief language and mild rude humor
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Most of the film is improvised, with the producers telling the actors what would happen in the scene, and the actors acting it out, with no script.
    • Goofs
      When Bob is auditioning to be in the play, he is wearing a jacket with 'Ben' clearly displayed on his left hand side. Ben is the actor's real name.
    • Crazy credits
      End-credits dedication: "This film is dedicated to inspirational teachers everywhere."
    • Connections
      Featured in This Morning: Episode dated 19 November 2009 (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Teenage Dirtbag
      Written by Brendan B. Brown

      Performed by Maeve Dolan

    User reviews57

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    Top review
    8/10
    Heart warming and hilarious....
    Saw Nativity! at a preview screening with my kids and it is a complete delight! It's a rare example of a film for kids that delivers laughs and emotion and hits all the right buttons, but in a fresh and original way that also has a lot for adults to enjoy. I was surprised to be so drawn in by a film that is clearly aimed at children and I'm not ashamed to say I had lump in my throat by the end.

    The kids in the film are natural - and hilarious - and the original songs are terrific - we'll be tracking down the soundtrack album! Kids, Christmas, a love story and a musical all rolled into one - what more do you want for some great holiday entertainment? I wouldn't be surprised if this becomes a great 'British Classic' for many Christmases to come - it certainly deserves to be.
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    • najonz
    • Nov 26, 2009

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    • Release date
      • November 27, 2009 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • З Різдвом!
    • Filming locations
      • Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Mirrorball Films
      • BBC Films
      • Screen West Midlands
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    Box office

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    • Gross worldwide
      • $8,496,009
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 45min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital

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