Boxing Day
“It's not going to be a quiet one.”
Synopsis
Melvin, a British author living in America, returns home to London for Christmas to introduce his American fiancée Lisa to his eccentric British-Caribbean family. Their relationship is put to the test as she discovers the world her fiancé has left behind.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Boxing Day - Official Trailer - Warner Bros. UK & IrelandOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-06
Top Cast
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Aml Ameen
Melvin Mckenzie
Aja Naomi King
Lisa Dixon
Leigh-Anne Pinnock
Georgia Folorunsho
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
Shirley Mckenzie
Tamara Lawrance
Aretha 'Boobsy' Mckenzie
Sheyi Cole
Josh Mckenzie
Stephen Dillane
Richard
Robbie Gee
Bilal
Samson Kayo
Joseph
Joshua Maloney
Jermaine
Yasmin Monet Prince
Alison
Lisa Davina Phillip
Auntie Valerie
Claire Skinner
Auntie Caroline
Martina Laird
Auntie Janet
Derek Ezenagu
Uncle Clint
Ricky Fearon
Uncle Kirk
Fraser James
Uncle Billy
Tim Ahern
Dave
Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI Southbank
Festival / Special Debut
December 17, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$879K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aml Ameen
- Screenplay & Story
- Bruce Purnell, Aml Ameen
- Original Score
- James Poyser
- Original Title
- Boxing Day
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Worldwide Gross
- $879K
- Production Studios
- BFI, DJ Films, Film4 Productions, Studio 113
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aml Ameen
Bruce Purnell, Aml Ameen
James Poyser
David Pimm
Rebecca Lloyd
Daniel Battsek, Farhana Bhula, Lauren Dark, Aml Ameen, Ollie Madden
Department Leadership Roster
David Pimm
Director of Photography
Rebecca Lloyd
Editor
Buki Ebiesuwa
Costume Design
Aml Ameen
Producer
James Poyser
Original Music Composer
Gini Godwin
Production Design
Dominique Telson
Producer
Damian Jones
Producer
Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor
Producer
Matthew G. Zamias
Producer
Bruce Purnell
Screenplay
Aml Ameen
Director
Aml Ameen
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boxing Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Boxing Day about?
Melvin, a British author living in America, returns home to London for Christmas to introduce his American fiancée Lisa to his eccentric British-Caribbean family. Their relationship is put to the test as she discovers the world her fiancé has left behind.
Who directed Boxing Day?
Boxing Day was directed by Aml Ameen.
Who stars in Boxing Day?
The principal cast of Boxing Day includes Aml Ameen, Aja Naomi King, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Tamara Lawrance.
When was Boxing Day released and how long is it?
Boxing Day was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
How much did Boxing Day make at the box office?
Boxing Day grossed $879K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Boxing Day?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Boxing Day was composed by James Poyser.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Boxing Day?
Boxing Day holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).