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The Bitch Who Stole Christmas

The Bitch Who Stole Christmas (stylized as The B**** Who Stole Christmas) is a 2021 drag-themed Christmas comedy film featuring RuPaul and twenty RuPaul's Drag Race contestants, among other celebrities. The film, which aired on VH1 on December 2, 2021,[1] is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and World of Wonder.[2] It was directed by Don Scardino and written by Connor Wright and Christina Friel.[3]

The Bitch Who Stole Christmas
Written by
  • Christina Friel
  • Connor Wright
Directed byDon Scardino
Starring
Narrated byMichelle Visage
Music by
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Producers
CinematographyJoe Kessler
EditorCraig Cobb
Running time86 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkVH1
ReleaseDecember 2, 2021 (2021-12-02)

Plot

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The film's official description reads: "In the draggiest Christmas movie ever made, a workaholic big-city fashion journalist is sent to a Christmas-obsessed small town to dig up a story when she finds herself in the middle of cut-throat housewives, a high-stakes "winter ball" competition, and a sinister plot that could destroy Christmas fore-evah!"[3]

Critical reception

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Autostraddle described the film as a parody that failed as a drag showcase. Drew Burnett Gregory in his review argued that while the movie aimed for a campy, good time, it ultimately fell short, writing: “The Bitch Who Stole Christmas has all the makings of a campy good time, with a joke-filled script parodying Hallmark tropes and a cast featuring some of the best Drag Race alumni.”[4]

For Queer Film Review, the film received a mixed assessment, with the review highlighting both strengths and weaknesses alongside its queer significance. Among the criticisms was the fact that the film starred a cisgender, white, heterosexual. On the positive side, the reviewer considered it an enjoyable watch. Regarding its queer relevance, the review noted that queerness is not central to the film's narrative; however, its connection to RuPaul, a queer icon, gives it cultural significance within queer media.[5][6]

Writing for Decider, Brett White described the film as a “Stream It” or “Skip It.” In his review, he wrote: “Fortunately for the franchise’s first foray into the holiday TV movie genre, The Bitch Who Stole Christmas gives you exactly what you want when you hear ‘Drag Race holiday movie.’”[7]

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an 83% Popcornmeter score based on 50 audience ratings. It also received a Tomatometer score from critics, reflecting generally positive critical reception.[8]

Cast

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Source:[9]

See also

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References

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  1. ↑ Nolfi, Joey. "RuPaul's new Christmas movie unites the largest 'Drag Race' cast in history". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on October 29, 2021. Retrieved October 30, 2021.
  2. ↑ Rudolph, Christopher (November 1, 2021). "RuPaul and "Drag Race" Stars Sleigh With "The Bitch Who Stole Christmas"". NewNowNext. Logo TV. Archived from the original on November 2, 2021. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
  3. 1 2 "RuPaul Has a Christmas Movie Coming Out This Year". Out. October 29, 2021. Archived from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
  4. ↑ Gregory, Drew Burnett (December 9, 2021). ""The Bitch Who Stole Christmas" Works as Parody, Fails as a Drag Showcase". Autostraddle. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  5. ↑ ""The Bitch Who Stole Christmas" | Queer Film Reviews". December 6, 2022. Archived from the original on September 13, 2025. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  6. ↑ Moreno, Abeni (October 31, 2021). "Count all the 'RuPaul's Drag Race' winners in this Christmas movie". Film Daily. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  7. ↑ "'The Bitch Who Stole Christmas' VH1 Review: Stream It or Skip It?". December 2, 2021. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  8. ↑ "The B... Who Stole Christmas | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  9. ↑ "The Bitch Who Stole Christmas (2021) – Plot Summary, Cast, Ratings & More". What's After the Movie?. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
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