If you turned on the television in 2009 and tuned into the Disney Channel, you were more than likely to see the Jonas Brothers’ “Paranoid” music video during a commercial break, or catch reruns of Camp Rocher And Jonah. It’s not a secret as much as Demi Lovato, Miley CyrusAnd Selena Gomezthe band of brothers made a name for themselves under the Disney brand. Even though it’s been years since they had any connection with the House of Mouse, their celebratory tour commemorating their 20th anniversary made them nostalgic. From reuniting with Lovato on stage this summer to sing, to writing a new song for Disneyland’s 70th anniversary, to performing and producing a Camp Rocher following, Joe, Kevin and Nick Jonas are at a different stage in their career as a band, knowing full well who their audience is and what they are known for. A Very Jonas Christmas This feels like a return to where the Jonas Brothers began and a welcome new addition to the holiday catalog. As campy as it may be, the film has everything you’d expect from a film coming out this time of year.
What is “A Very Jonas Christmas” about?
A very Jonas Christmas movie begins with Joe, Nick and Kevin performing a holiday tune at a concert before leaving the stage, ready to reunite with their spouses and children to celebrate Christmas. What seemed like a simple plane ride from London to New York turns into a series of unfortunate events, as the siblings are put to the test by Santa (Jesse Tyler Ferguson). Obstacles preventing them from returning home are a blessing in disguise. After all, despite selling out shows and releasing records, the brothers struggled to maintain their bond outside of their duties within the band.
It’s by arriving at the wrong destination and relying on each other to find a solution that they begin to realize how much they need each other. They also find the courage to open up about their personal dilemmas. Joe finally shares how upset he feels when his brothers call him a womanizer, instead of encouraging him to take another chance at love. Nick confides in his siblings that his efforts in the band are constantly overlooked, to the point where he almost considered refusing to extend their tour because he couldn’t stand working with them. Finally, Kevin clearly expresses his desire to sing solos, instead of always being relegated to backing vocals and playing guitar.
“A Very Jonas Christmas” is filled with references to bands that make it more than just holiday viewing
What makes A Very Jonas Christmas an enjoyable vacation watch is its meta appeal. After all, the concerns of each of the group members in the film relate to their real lives. Kevin has often expressed his insecurities about singing alone throughout the group’s career, leading him to find the confidence to make his solo debut later this month. Joe’s romantic life has made headlines, especially since his divorce from Sophie Turner. As for Nick, he has always been known for his undeniable dedication to music, leading the band to break up in 2013 due to creative differences and feelings of being trapped by the group. Watching them each struggle with their identities and finding reasons to laugh about it with each other is beyond heartwarming for those who have watched them grow up in the spotlight. In many ways, the film seems to be an extension of Jonaha sitcom directed by Jonas Brothers that mixed fiction and reality.
There’s also something quintessential about making this film focused on the relationship between Joe, Nick and Kevin as siblings. When we think of titles like Home Alone And A Christmas Carole, the message is clear: the holiday season is not for people to spend it alone, but rather for people to come together under the Christmas tree to exchange gifts and put aside their differences in a spirit of community. In A Very Jonas Christmas, the magic of the holidays lies in allowing the three siblings to become close againafter defining their relationship by their fame. It’s also sweet to see Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Danielle Jonasand other members of the group’s family making appearances here, making viewers feel welcomed into the Jonas household for a joyful gathering.
‘A Very Jonas Christmas’ Has Holiday Tunes in Store and a Good Share of Cameo Appearances
As one might imagine, it wouldn’t be a Jonas Brothers Christmas without holiday-themed repertoire. The group breaks into song throughout the film, allowing the music to express their inner thoughts and emotions. For example, as Joe reconnects with an elementary school friend named Lucy (Chloe Bennet), he wonders if their paths didn’t cross for a reason. Their duet, titled “Feel Something,” is easily one of the best tracks on this soundtrack.reminding Camp Rocher fans of the magnetism between the singer and Lovato when they sang in perfect synchronicity. One of the many cameos here includes that of a Broadway alum Andrew Barth Feldmanwho plays a cocky EGOT winner named Ethan. He is one of the people the siblings contact during their long journey home for the holidays, but instead of coming to their aid, Ethan invites Nick to a hostile chant. This moment is both hilarious and overly dramatic, nodding to Nick’s theatrical background.
Although A Very Jonas Christmas While bound to be a nostalgic gem for those of us who grew up with the Jonas Brothers, it’s far from an impeccable seasonal offering. Sometimes the comedic value of the storyline reaches a level of absurditysuch as when the brothers are attacked by a pack of wolves near the end, which detracts from the film’s climax and causes the brothers to rekindle their relationship in a less meaningful way. The film also struggles to balance the brothers’ arc with Joe and Lucy’s budding romance. Despite this, A Very Jonas Christmas is quite enjoyable, offering fans a handful of new tracks to set the tone for the end-of-year festivities.
A Very Jonas Christmas is now available to stream on Disney+.
- Release date
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November 14, 2025
- Director
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Jessica Yu
- Writers
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Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker
- Producers
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Adam Fishbach, Elizabeth Berger, Joe Jonas, Kevin Jonas, Nick Jonas, Scott Allen Morgan, Spencer Berman, Isaac Aptaker
- The film incorporates real-life elements into its premise, which adds to its comedic value.
- As the Jonas Brothers share the screen with the rest of their family, audiences feel like they’re part of a special holiday gathering.
- The soundtrack energizes the film, giving rise to two memorable duets.
- The magic of the holidays lies in the film’s exploration of the brotherly bond.
- The comic level of the film sometimes reaches absurdity, distracting from the main premise.
- The storyline struggles to balance the brothers’ arc and the romance that unfolds between Joe and Lucy.
