The family comedy Holidays is set to debut in PREMIER, Ivy, and KION online cinemas on October 26, revealing a sunny, sometimes chaotic portrait of the Pryzhov clan during May holidays. The film’s organizers confirmed the release to socialbites.ca through the PREMIER press service, underscoring the movie’s drive to bring warm, relatable humor to viewers in Canada and the United States during the holiday season.
At the heart of the story are the Pryzhovs: Natalya, a devoted wife; Victor, a loving husband; and their two daughters, Lena, the elder, and Yulia, the younger. The plot unfolds as the family invites the children’s significant others to the country dacha for a gathering that is meant to deepen bonds and spark quiet, heartfelt moments. But in a home where affection runs deep, even the best intentions can collide with everyday irritations, expectations, and small misadventures. The May days become a stage for mishaps and mishandled plans, transforming into a tapestry of moments that test patience, reveal true feelings, and ultimately bring everyone closer together.
Writer Denis Shenin describes the film as a gentle comedy that rings true to many family experiences. While the humor is light and playful, the characters and their situations feel recognizably real. The movie invites audiences to observe familiar scenarios where clever, unconventional solutions emerge in the face of life’s ups and downs, and where laughter often accompanies the process of working through everyday problems. The voice of humor is balanced with warmth, aiming to remind viewers that family ties can be both imperfect and wonderfully enduring.
The cast brings a blend of established talent and fresh faces, with Maria Aronova, Vitaly Khaev, Anastasia Kalashnikova, Yana Enzhaeva, Nikita Pavlenko, Vyacheslav Chepurchenko, Inga Oboldina, and Denis Paramonov in key roles. Sergei Burunov contributes voice-over narration, lending an additional layer of character and charm to the narrative. The ensemble brings energy and nuance to the family dynamic, making every gesture and exchange feel earned and believable for a broad audience in North America and beyond.
After the premiere of Holidays, PREMIER plans to present a 16-episode continuation set within the same universe, inviting viewers to spend more time with the Pryzhov family as their lives unfold on screen. While an exact release date for the sequel has not been announced, the project promises to expand the family’s adventures and deepen the humor and warmth that resonated in the first film. The approach reflects a trend in contemporary cinema to build on a successful story world, offering fans more opportunities to connect with the characters and their everyday, relatable situations.
In a broader context, the film aligns with a growing appetite for family-centered comedies that blend humor with candid observations about relationships, home life, and the small dramas that shape a household. Audiences who enjoy lighthearted storytelling with genuine character moments will likely find Holidays a welcome addition to their holiday viewing options, particularly during long weekends when families gather and reminisce about shared experiences.