Starring Kate Winslet, who makes her highly-anticipated directorial debut, “Goodbye June” will stream on Netflix starting Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, following a theatrical release on December 12. The film is an emotional family drama based on the heartfelt script by Kate Winslet’s 21-year-old son Joe Anders-a truly unique mother-son collaboration in filmmaking. The story revolves around a family dealing with grief when their mother, played by Helen Mirren, gets a terminal cancer diagnosis just before Christmas.
The film boasts an all-star cast of Toni Collette, Andrea Riseborough, Johnny Flynn, Timothy Spall, and Stephen Merchant, not to mention Winslet herself in a key role. “Goodbye June” tells the increasingly complicated story of four adult siblings and their father, who reunite to support their mother in her final days, threading moments of profound sadness with the warmth and cheer of the holiday season. For Winslet, a large part of the process for directing “Goodbye June” was centered on casting talented, collaborative actors who would bring this emotionally rich script to life amidst a tight 35-day shooting schedule across multiple locations.
Kate Winslet took the script and decided to go ahead to direct it herself, wanting to keep the film close to her son and give him a valuable experience of seeing his writing come alive on screen. The film moves through the raw and tender moments of family love, loss, and reconciliation, making “Goodbye June” one poignant addition to Netflix’s holiday lineup that resonates with viewers seeking heartfelt storytelling during the festive season.
The film will hit selected theaters in the US and the UK on December 12 before it becomes available on Netflix worldwide on December 24, making it a must-see holiday release for audiences who enjoy intimate, character-driven dramas.
Headlined by Kate Winslet, this Christmas offering underlines her versatility not only as an actress but also as a director while opening a new chapter in her celebrated career with a touching narrative supported by stellar performances and a touching script from the rising screenwriter Joe Anders.
