Kiefer Sutherland Goes Meta as a Washed-Up Action Star in Exclusive Clip From Christmas Comedy ‘Tinsel Town’

Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming Christmas escape with Tinsel Town! This festive film blends comedy, romance, and holiday cheer, and stars a fantastic cast including Kiefer Sutherland, Alice Eve, Lucien Laviscount, James Lance, Ray Fearon, Danny Dyer, Asim Chaudhry, Jason Manford, Maria Friedman, Mawaan Rizwan, and Derek Jacobi.

Directed by Chris Foggin and written by Frazer Flintham, Adam Brown, Piers Ashworth, and Jake Brunger, Tinsel Town is all set to be released in theaters and on demand on November 28, courtesy of Brainstorm Media, and you can check out the official synopsis below:

A former Hollywood action hero finds himself starring in a small-town Christmas play in England. Through working with the honest choreographer and the unusual members of the cast, he rediscovers the joy of the holidays and tries to rebuild his relationship with his daughter.

Kiefer Sutherland Delivers Christmas Magic in ‘Tinsel Town’

The first reviews for the new holiday comedy Tinsel Town are in, and it looks like it could be a great early Christmas treat, especially for fans of romantic comedies and Kiefer Sutherland. Frank Scheck from The Hollywood Reporter particularly praised Sutherland for being willing to poke fun at his past action-hero roles, like Jack Bauer in 24. It seems he’s embracing a lighter side, at least for now.

The movie has many funny scenes, especially with the quirky locals and the main character struggling to adjust to his new life. However, the film truly shines when it focuses on the main character’s touching journey from a self-centered actor to a happy, dedicated member of the theater group, and how he learns to be a better father to his daughter.

Steve Seigh from JoBlo was pleasantly surprised by Tinsel Town, praising its clever, layered storytelling. He compared it to Inception, noting how the film playfully presents a performance within a performance, embracing exaggerated characters, a simple plot, and a unique twist on the classic A Christmas Carol story, blending Hollywood with British theatrical traditions.

If you’re looking for a feel-good movie this holiday season, this film offers a clever and self-aware look at fame, what we expect from celebrities, and the fun of traditional pantomime. I initially thought it would be a disappointment, but I was pleasantly surprised by its simple, well-told, and heartfelt story.

Just a reminder: the movie Tinsel Town will be released in theaters and available digitally on November 28, 2025.

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2025-11-25 18:33