Bitter Christmas
2026, Spanish. Directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
During a long December holiday weekend, a woman, whose mother has recently died, throws herself into work as a form of escape. Her relentless pace is interrupted when a panic attack forces her to take a break.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Bitter Christmas
Bitter Christmas isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 March 2026.
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Cast & crew
- Pedro AlmodóvarDirector
- Bárbara LennieElsa Rosado
- Leonardo SbaragliaRaúl Durán
- Aitana Sánchez-GijónMónica
- Victoria LuengoPatricia
- Patrick CriadoBonifacio
- Milena SmitNatalia
- Quim GutiérrezSanti
- Rossy de PalmaGabriela
- Carmen MachiMédica
- Diogo BelizarioCliente de la terraza
- Tusti de las HerasAngelita
- Gloria MuñozMadre de Elsa
Details
- Released
- 20 March 2026
- Original title
- Amarga Navidad
- Country
- Spain
- Written by
- Pedro Almodóvar
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $6.1M
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Bitter Christmas: quick answers
Is Bitter Christmas worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bitter Christmas?
Bitter Christmas runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Bitter Christmas have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bitter Christmas. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bitter Christmas parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bitter Christmas is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bitter Christmas on?
Bitter Christmas isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 March 2026. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bitter Christmas?
If you liked Bitter Christmas, try Wild Tales, Eternal Beauty, Carnage.
Who directed Bitter Christmas?
Bitter Christmas (2026) was directed by Pedro Almodóvar and stars Bárbara Lennie, Leonardo Sbaraglia, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón.