'Holiday Rush': Release date, plot, cast, trailer and all you need to know about upcoming Netflix comedy family drama

After being laid off all of a sudden, Rashon 'Rush' Williams, a radio jockey moves in with his aunt and takes all four of his spoilt brats to her place. Now it is up to Rush to plan a return to the airwaves and start all over again.

We're just a month away from Christmas and most of the radio stations have already started playing top Christmas hits to set the mood. But what if your favorite RJ (radio jockey) gets kicked out from his job and the worst part is that you will never know. Loosely based on this premise, is Netflix's new Christmas movie, 'Holiday Rush'. 

Here's everything you need to know about the film ahead of its release:

Release date

The film is all set to premiere on November 28, 2019.

Plot

After being laid off all of a sudden, Rashon 'Rush' Williams, a radio jockey moves in with his aunt and takes all four of his children to her place. The kids are little brats who are spoilt by their father with all the lavish and richness in life. Now it is up to Rush to plan a return to the airwaves. Will he make it big all over again?

Cast

Romany Malco

Romany Malco plays Rush in this film (Getty Images)

Romany is the first American-born member of his West Indian family. He is an award-winning actor known for starring in films in 'Weeds', 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin', 'Think Like a Man' and 'Last Vegas'. He has also appeared in 'A Million Little Things' as Rome Howard. We will seem him in this Netflix Christmas film, playing RJ Rush.

La La Anthony

La La Anthony plays Paula Willson in this movie (Getty Images)

La La is a writer, producer and actor who rose to fame in 2002 with 'Direct Effect'. She also appeared in films like 'Power', 'Unforgettable', 'Think Like a Man'  and 'The New Edition Story'. She will be seen playing Paula Willson in this film. 

Sonequa Martin-Green

Sonequa Martin-Green plays Roxy Richardson in this film (Getty Images)

Sonequa Martin-Green is an actress, writer and producer. Her career in acting can be traced back to 2005 and she has come a long way ever since. She appeared in films like 'Star Trek: Discovery', 'The Walking Dead', 'Once Upon a Tim' and 'The Good Wife'. She will be playing Roxy Richardson in this Netflix movie. 

Deysha Nelson

Deysha Nelson plays Mya Williams (Getty Images)

Deysha is an actress who has previously appeared in films like 'Beyond my Skin', 'Jessica Jones', and 'God Friended Me'. She will be seen playing Mya Williams. 

Director

Leslie Small

Leslie is a popular director and producer who has directed films like 'Hair Show', 'Tara', 'Mo Funny, Mo Laughs' and 'A Good Man is Hard to Find'. He has made his debut on Netflix with his film 'Holiday Rush'.

Trailer



 

Where to watch

Log on to Netflix on November 28, 2019.

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