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The Jonas Brothers have been cultural icons for over a decade, and their latest holiday venture, A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, is exactly what fans expect: a sugary, melodramatic, and slightly cringe-worthy musical that’s oddly endearing. Directed by High School Musical veteran Kenny Ortega, this Netflix film is a festive trifle—fluffy, over-the-top, and dripping with holiday cheer. But lean into the absurdity, and you’ll find a shameless guilty pleasure.
Plot: Predictably Cheesy (But That’s the Charm)
The story is as thin as a candy cane—Nick, Joe, and Kevin Jonas play fictionalized versions of themselves, returning home to save their family’s struggling Christmas tree farm from a greedy developer (Chris Elliott, hamming it up). Cue a rushed romance (Lana Condor), a rival boy band, and every holiday cliché imaginable.
Fans of The Princess Switch or A Cinderella Story will recognize the formula. The film doesn’t reinvent the wheel—it doubles down on campy fun, leaning into its own ridiculousness with a wink.
Music: Catchy (If Overproduced) Holiday Bops
The soundtrack mixes original songs (Jingle Bell Rock 2.0) and revamped classics, all drenched in autotune. Highlights include Christmas Lights (On My Heart), a gloriously cheesy power ballad, and a climactic musical showdown so absurd it’s brilliant.
Performances: Campy & Committed
The brothers aren’t winning Oscars, but they’re clearly having fun. Joe oozes charisma, Nick leans into earnestness, and Kevin… is just there. Maya Rudolph steals scenes as the town’s kooky mayor, though Lana Condor’s underdeveloped romance falls flat.
The Cringe Factor: High (But It’s the Point)
Yes, the dialogue is groan-worthy (“Christmas is about presence, not presents!”), and the dance numbers are awkward. But like High School Musical, the cringe is the charm. Don’t overthink it.
Verdict: A Guilty Pleasure Sugar Rush
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie isn’t “good,” but it’s undeniably fun—like bingeing store-bought cookies. Stream it for nostalgia, laughs, and catchy tunes.
Final Rating: 3/5 Candy Canes
Now on Netflix—best enjoyed with eggnog and zero expectations.
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