Oh. What. Fun.

Claire Clauster is the one who keeps her family functioning, juggling invites, wrapping, and the small crises that bubble up every holiday. This year she plans a special outing for everyone, only to be accidentally left at home when the family rushes out, thinking she’s already gone. Tired of being overlooked, Claire chooses to spend the day on herself, and what begins as a quiet break becomes a series of unexpected detours across town. She runs into strangers, revisits familiar places, and rediscovers pleasures she’d let slide. As her relatives scramble to find her, the film balances dry humor with warm moments that highlight how families can take one another for granted without meaning to.

Oh. What. Fun. premiered in 2025, directed by Michael Showalter and created from Chandler Baker’s concept, with Michelle Pfeiffer leading a strong ensemble that includes Denis Leary, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, and Dominic Sessa.

The film had a modest theatrical profile and box office totals were not widely publicized, its visibility boosted more through word of mouth and niche screening slots than blockbuster returns.

Though still new, the movie prompted conversations about holiday labor and the invisible work caretakers often handle, and viewers online noted Pfeiffer’s performance as a highlight, sharing scenes and reactions on social platforms in the weeks after release.

Critical response has been mixed, averaging 5.566/10 from 205 votes, with many reviewers praising the cast chemistry and Pfeiffer’s comic timing while some pointed to uneven pacing and tonal shifts. The film leans into themes of appreciation, the emotional labor of family roles, and the small rebellions that let someone reclaim joy during a hectic holiday.