Netflix’s holiday takeover continues, and My Secret Santa has quickly climbed to the top of the U.S. Netflix charts. The festive rom-com stars Virgin River favorite Alexandra Breckenridge alongside Ryan Eggold, pairing seasonal hijinks with a familiar mistaken-identity romance.
Directed by Mike Rohl, the film follows a single mom who disguises herself as a man to land a seasonal Santa job at a luxury ski resort — only to find herself falling for the hotel manager. While audiences have propelled the movie to No. 1, critics have been less enthusiastic. Collider awarded the film a 5/10, calling it pleasant background viewing rather than a standout holiday hit.
Still, chart success speaks louder than reviews during peak December streaming. As families settle in for cozy, low-effort comfort watches, My Secret Santa appears to be benefiting from perfect timing. Other current Netflix favorites include Troll 2, Jay Kelly, Rio 2, and Cast Away, but for now, holiday cheer reigns supreme at the top.
