The Ref

"The ultimate dark comedy Christmas film, complete with robbery, kidnapping, cat pee, bondage, Stockholm Syndrome, mommy issues, blasphemy, innuendo, blackmail, drunken p*ssing Santa, new age weirdness, and plenty of rants and profanity. Dennis Leary anchors a fantastic cast that provides you with the dysfunctional Christmas to end all dysfunctional Christmases. It will make you feel better about your family."

"Definitely one of my favorite Christmas movies! Hilarious and highly quotable. Judy Davis (an underrated comedic gem of an actress!) and Kevin Spacey play the bickering married couple kidnapped on Christmas Eve by stranded cat thief Denis Leary. Forced to referree their numerous arguments, he soon realizes there may be worse things than facing prison. Terrific ensemble cast too."

"Christmas, dysfunctional family and Dennis Leary!!! That equation is equals hilarity!!"

"Good movie. I enjoyed how the thief was a better marriage counselor than the psychologist lol"

"This is a movie that takes place around Christmas time and might not be one’s first choice for a holiday movie. Rest assured it will have you #laughingoutloud and at the core of it, it’s a good story about family bonding, even when your family is a bit eclectic "

"Hilarious. I watched this for the first time during the 2024 holiday season, and I regret not seeing it sooner. The jokes mostly land, which is impressive for a film that’s over 20 years old, it still had me laughing out loud several times. The premise is unique and keeps you engaged throughout. I genuinely wasn’t sure where the plot was headed for a while, which made it even more entertaining. Beneath the humor, it also delivers a surprisingly heartwarming message about relationships and the hurdles they face with great performances across the board. I’d highly recommend this one, whether you’re watching it alone or with your partner, just make sure the kids are out of the room!"

"I feel that this one really does belong in the “underrated” category. I don’t know many people who have seen it, let alone watch it repeatedly. If you’re familiar with and appreciate Leary’s comedic work from the 90’s, you’ll enjoy what’s on offer here. "

"Take a holiday trip to Disfunction Junction. The Ref is acerbic, sarcastic, and hysterical! "

"One of my favorite movies!!"

"A Christmas movie for those of us who didn’t come from perfect families #RaunchyChristmas"