Christmas Eve (2025) is a U.S. faith-based anthology drama that explores the meaning of Christmas through true stories of spiritual awakenings.
The film was written, directed, and produced by Timothy A. Chey and features a cast that includes Kevin Sorbo, Stephen Baldwin, Sam Sorbo, Michael Irvin, and Eric Roberts.
The movie weaves seven to eight true stories set around the world and across history, from a World War II truce to a Colombian assassination plot interrupted by a church choir.
The production began with pre-production in early 2025 and planned principal photography from April 8, 2025, with a national theatrical release scheduled for November 7, 2025.
Christmas Eve Age Rating
Christmas Eve is rated PG-13 for some mature thematic elements. This rating indicates the film contains material that may be inappropriate for children under 13 and that parental guidance is advised because of emotional intensity, implied violence, and adult themes.
Violence & Peril
The film’s violence is mostly implied or situational rather than graphic. Stories include an assassination plot connected to Pablo Escobar and wartime peril during the Battle of the Bulge; both create tense, life-or-death moments. Expect scenes of threat, moral danger, and emotional trauma rather than explicit gore. These sequences drive the narrative weight and the characters’ redemptive arcs.
Language
Language use is limited and generally consistent with a PG-13 film. Occasional stronger words may appear in moments of stress or wartime dialogue, but frequent harsh profanity is not a central feature. The movie emphasizes spiritual dialogue and moral reflection over crude or repeated expletives. Parents should note a few emotionally charged lines may include stronger language.
Mature Themes
The movie addresses mature topics such as attempted murder, wartime trauma, grief, legal battles over religious displays, loss, and conversion. It foregrounds Christian faith and redemption and contains scenes about death, moral responsibility, and adult risk-taking. Smoking, references to addiction, or adult relationship difficulties may be mentioned but are not presented sexually explicit. These themes are the reason for the PG-13 designation.
Is Christmas Eve Suitable for Teens?
Ages 7–11: With guidance — The film’s faith message is positive, but wartime peril and an assassination storyline can be upsetting. Parents should preview before showing to younger children and be ready to discuss historical context and faith perspectives.
Ages 12–14: With guidance — Most early teens can handle the material when parents provide context and discuss the themes afterward. The PG-13 rating fits this group if adults help process heavy or emotional scenes.
Ages 15–17: Yes — Older teens will likely understand the historical settings, moral complexities, and religious framing. The anthology format provides clear moral resolutions, helping teens follow the lessons of each story.
Final recommendation: PG-13 is appropriate for mid- to older teens; parental preview is advised for sensitive viewers.
What Parents Can Do
- Watch one segment or the trailer first to judge intensity and decide whether to watch together.
- Explain historical and cultural context before viewing, especially for the WWII and Colombian stories.
- Use post-film conversation prompts: ask what choices characters made, how faith influenced outcomes, and what “redemption” means in each story.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the official MPAA rating for Christmas Eve (2025)?
A: The film is rated PG-13 for some mature thematic elements, reflecting implied violence, emotional intensity, and adult themes.
Q: Who directed Christmas Eve and who stars in it?
A: Timothy A. Chey wrote, directed, and produced the film. Principal cast includes Kevin Sorbo, Stephen Baldwin, Sam Sorbo, Michael Irvin, and Eric Roberts.
Q: Is Christmas Eve based on real events?
A: Yes. The movie is presented as an anthology of seven to eight true stories about people who found Christian faith on Christmas Eve.
Q: Will there be scary or violent scenes?
A: There are tense scenes—an assassination plot and wartime danger—but the violence is largely implied and not graphic. Parents should preview if their child is sensitive to peril or wartime loss.
Q: Is there sexual content or nudity?
A: Promotional material does not indicate sexual explicitness or nudity. Any adult relationship themes are discussed without graphic depiction.
Q: When and where will Christmas Eve be released?
A: The film is scheduled for a U.S. theatrical release on November 7, 2025, with planned screenings in roughly 1,500–1,800 theaters.