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The Holdovers (2023)

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The Holdovers
R
Comedy
Drama

A cranky history teacher at a remote prep school is forced to remain on campus over the holidays with a troubled student who has no place to go.

Release Date
November 10, 2023
Director
Alexander Payne
Writers
David Hemingson
Cast
Paul Giamatti , Da'Vine Joy Randolph , Dominic Sessa , Carrie Preston
Runtime
133 minutes

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'The Holdovers' Breakout Dominic Sessa Reveals How Paul Giamatti Helped Find His Confidence

Sessa discusses his debut role, what he learned on set, which scene was most difficult, and if he'll continue acting.

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‘The Holdovers’s Digital Debut Didn’t Hurt Domestic Box Office Run

Alexander Payne's bittersweet comedy-drama is generating awards buzz for its performances.

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Dominic Sessa's 'The Holdovers' Performance Doesn't Feel Like a Debut

Dominic Sessa makes his acting debut in 'The Holdovers' and delivers one of 2023's standout performances in the process.

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Alexander Payne's latest collaboration with Paul Giamatti is one of the most critically acclaimed films of the year.

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'The Holdovers' Da'Vine Joy Randolph Found This "Co-Star" Complicated

She discusses the importance of bringing her character to screen, working on 'Only Murders in the Building,' and more.

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'The Holdovers' Paul Giamatti Pinpoints How His Approach to Acting Has Evolved

Giamatti discusses his most "nerve-wracking" role, Alexander Payne's script, the 'Billions' series finale, and what he's doing next.

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How an Unfilmed TV Pilot Led to 'The Holdovers'

The TV show no one wanted to make became a movie everyone wants to see.

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‘The Holdovers’ Gave Us Everything We Love About 1970s Movies

Counterculture, but make it heartwarming.

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To celebrate its nationwide release Collider is partnering with Focus Features to give readers a chance at this exciting bundle!

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‘The Holdovers’ Ending Explained: Paul Giamatti vs. Students During the Holidays

'The Holdovers' is the type of “old-fashioned” crowd pleaser that hits all the right notes.

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