Kate Winslet’s Netflix Return 'Goodbye June': Release Date, Cast, Plot, and Everything on New Christmas Family Drama

Published 12/10/2025, 9:28 AM EST

The holiday season, and Christmas in particular, spreads a magical, heartwarming glow that fills hearts with joy and laughter across the globe. From twinkling lights to the scent of gingerbread, it inspires filmmakers to craft stories that sparkle, from feel-good romances to whimsical comedies and even festive thrillers.

The twenty-first century has gifted the world with Christmas films that honor tradition while adding fresh magic. With jingle bells ringing and holiday cheer all around, yet another enchanting Christmas film is creating an irresistible buzz.

Kate Winslet’s Goodbye June is on the horizon, but the pressing question remains: When will this festive Christmas film finally arrive in theaters to spread its holiday magic?

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When will Goodbye June bring festive cheer to cinemas and on Netflix?

Goodbye June is scheduled to be released in select cinemas in the United Kingdom and the United States on 12 December 2025, with a Netflix release following on 24 December 2025. The film marks Kate Winslet's feature-length directorial debut, produced alongside Kate Solomon.

Principal photography began on 17 March 2025, in the United Kingdom, and was completed over an intense 35-day schedule. With a small, focused crew and a modest budget, the production embraced an intimate approach, balancing efficiency with creative precision to bring this project to life.

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Under Kate Winslet’s directorial debut, Goodbye June brings together a star-studded ensemble for a holiday story full of charm and intrigue.

Goodbye June cast: Meet the actors lighting up the festive story

The cast of Goodbye June brings together an exceptional ensemble. Toni Collette plays Helen, Johnny Flynn takes on Connor, and Andrea Riseborough portrays Molly. Timothy Spall appears as Bernie, while Kate Winslet stars as Julia.

Helen Mirren embodies the role of June, with Stephen Merchant as Jerry. Fisayo Akinade plays Nurse Angel, Jeremy Swift appears as Dr. David Titford, and Raza Jaffrey portrays Dr. Simon Khal, creating a star-studded lineup for this festive holiday film.

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There have been countless Christmas movies, but how will Goodbye June, under Kate Winslet’s direction, bring a fresh twist to the festive spirit and stand out from holiday films past?

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Set to be an addition in Netflix’s Christmas vault, Goodbye June is in the spotlight. The film centres on four siblings whose lives are upended when their ailing mother’s condition worsens during the Christmas season.

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Under sudden and trying circumstances, the fractured family must navigate old wounds, hidden tensions, and emotional challenges, finding themselves forced to come together. Amid the festive backdrop, the story explores resilience, love, and the transformative power of family during the holidays.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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