Bitter Christmas (2026)
Spanish · Drama / Comedy · 111 min · R
Rating still forming — too few ratings yet
Releases Nov 13, 2026
Page updated Oct 19, 2026
Bitter Christmas releases in the US on Nov 13 2026. A streaming release date will be listed here as soon as it's announced.
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What the audience says
Bitter Christmas sat high on the Spanish watchlist while it was on our radar. The 111-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. It releases on Nov 13, 2026; mark your calendar if it's on your list.
Should you spend 1h 51m on it?
1h 51m of Spanish drama with a comedy streak, adults only. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Skip if
- you want a story that moves quickly
- Best for
- A night when you don't need it to be for everyone
Story
During a long December holiday weekend, a woman, whose mother has recently died, throws herself into work as a form of escape. Her relentless pace is interrupted when a panic attack forces her to take a break.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 51m |
| Watch with family? | R · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | Spanish |
Director
Pedro Almodóvar
Cast

Bárbara Lennie
Elsa Rosado

Raúl Durán

Aitana Sánchez-Gijón
Mónica

Victoria Luengo
Patricia

Patrick Criado
Bonifacio

Milena Smit
Natalia
When is Bitter Christmas coming to streaming?
Bitter Christmas hasn't had its theatrical release yet, and is due Nov 13, 2026. A streaming release date won't be set until after it opens — this page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Where to watch in the US
In cinemas from Nov 13, 2026
Not out yet — nowhere to stream or rent it until it opens.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Bitter Christmas worth watching?
It's too early for a verdict — Bitter Christmas doesn't have enough ratings yet. 1h 51m of Spanish drama with a comedy streak, adults only. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Bitter Christmas?
Bitter Christmas hasn't released yet — it's due Nov 13, 2026. We'll list where to watch once it's out.
When is Bitter Christmas coming to streaming?
A streaming release date for Bitter Christmas hasn't been officially announced yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Bitter Christmas family friendly?
Bitter Christmas is rated R — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Bitter Christmas in?
Bitter Christmas is a Spanish film (Drama / Comedy).
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