Kate Winslet Says ‘The Holiday’ Is “The Kind of Film That Probably Would Lend Itself Quite Well to a Sequel”

Speculation about a sequel to The Holiday has been making waves recently, and Kate Winslet has now shared her thoughts on the matter. While promoting her new film Lee, Winslet addressed the rumors in an interview with Deadline, putting to rest any assumptions about a sequel—at least from her perspective.

“Honestly, it’s never come up,” Winslet stated. “I promise you.”

However, fans were recently sent into a frenzy when Jude Law, Winslet’s co-star in the beloved 2006 film, seemingly reignited interest by re-enacting his famous ‘Mr. Napkin Head’ bit during a lunch with The Holiday’s writer-director, Nancy Meyers. Meyers, who shared the video on Instagram, sparked speculation that a sequel was in the works.

Why The Holiday Sequel Could Work

Despite Winslet’s assertion that a sequel has never been discussed, she acknowledged that the idea could make sense. “Actually, I suppose, I’ve been quite surprised that it never came up,” she admitted. “Because it’s the kind of film that probably would lend itself quite well to a sequel.”

The Holiday follows the story of two women, Iris (Winslet) and Amanda (Cameron Diaz), who swap homes over the holiday season and find unexpected love. Iris falls for Miles (Jack Black), while Amanda falls for Graham (Jude Law), Iris’s widowed brother. The film’s mix of romance, humor, and heartfelt moments has solidified it as a holiday classic over the years.

Will the Cast Return for The Holiday 2?

Jude Law, when asked by ComicBook.com about the possibility of a sequel, said he would only return if Nancy Meyers was on board. “That all lands in Nancy Meyers’ lap,” he explained. “So she would only do it if it was a really robust idea and then it would be whether the four of us would come back. I would be curious to see what they’re all doing.”

Given that the original cast—including Winslet, Diaz, Law, and Black—are still active in Hollywood, a sequel could certainly be feasible if Meyers decides to revisit the story.

Possibility of The Holiday 2 in 2025

With the growing nostalgia for classic romantic comedies and the resurgence of legacy sequels in Hollywood, The Holiday 2 could be a timely addition to the lineup of upcoming films. Streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime have been investing heavily in rom-com revivals, making the possibility of a sequel even more viable.

If a sequel were to happen, it could explore where the characters are nearly two decades later. Have Amanda and Graham built a life together? Are Iris and Miles still in love? Would there be new holiday swaps with different complications? The potential storylines are endless.

For now, there is no official confirmation, but with fan enthusiasm at an all-time high, The Holiday 2 remains a real possibility—perhaps just in time for Christmas 2025.

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