Netflix’s 2025 holiday lineup has been solid so far, but its biggest breakout may have arrived this week. My Secret Santa, starring Virgin River lead Alexandra Breckenridge, dropped on Wednesday—and immediately shot to the top of Netflix’s movie charts, even surpassing the ever-popular Troll 2.
Breckenridge’s star power is undoubtedly part of the film’s instant success, but the movie also stands out thanks to its delightfully unexpected premise. Think Mrs. Doubtfire, but make it Christmas: Breckenridge plays a single mom who disguises herself as a Santa lookalike to score a job at a ski resort, only to find herself falling for the man who hired her alter ego. Cue the chaos, charm, and plenty of festive awkwardness.
With other streamers offering fewer holiday originals this year, My Secret Santa is getting major attention—and is quickly becoming the must-watch Christmas movie of 2025. For Virgin River fans missing Mel Monroe, this cozy, quirky rom-com is the perfect holiday fix.
