Bad Tidings: Everything we know About the Christmas Comedy with an Unlikely duo

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Sky Max’s Bad Tidings is already making waves as one of this year’s most anticipated festive comedies. Starring the hilarious Lee Mack and Chris McCausland, the film follows the unexpected partnership between two feuding neighbors who are forced to team up to protect their street from burglars. 

With their explosive chemistry and a fresh take on holiday hijinks, Bad Tidings promises a blend of chaos, laughter, and festive spirit that will have viewers hooked. Recently, McCausland shared how the project started from a simple idea and evolved into a full-fledged Christmas comedy film that will deliver the perfect blend of humor and holiday charm. 

Curious about how this unlikely duo's antics unfold? We’ve got all the juicy details on the cast, behind-the-scenes action, and what makes Bad Tidings a must-watch this Christmas. Keep reading as we share more exciting updates—and we’ll be back with even more information as soon as it’s available!

Release date & Where to Watch

Bad Tidings will debut on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, at 8:30 pm GMT on Sky Max and will be available on NOW for Christmas.

What’s the plot of Bad Tidings?

Bad Tidings follows Neil, a grumpy home-security expert from Stockport, who can’t stand his infuriating neighbor Scott, a blind man the rest of the neighborhood adores. Their feud escalates when Scott’s year-round Christmas lights and constant nitpicking push Neil over the edge. Things take a turn when a power outage on Christmas Eve—caused by Neil—forces the entire neighborhood to evacuate, leaving Neil and Scott alone to guard the street.

Unfortunately, their timing couldn’t be worse. The infamous Brennan crime family has chosen this night to rob every house on the block. With no power, no alarms, no cameras, and one of them blind, Neil and Scott must reluctantly join forces to outwit the burglars and save their neighborhood. What begins as a chaotic rivalry turns into an unexpected partnership as the unlikely duo attempts to stop the Brennans and protect Christmas.

Who’s in the cast of Bad Tidings?

• Lee Mack (Not Going Out, Would I Lie To You) as Neil
• Chris McCausland (Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You?) as Scott
• Rebekah Staton (The Following Events are Based on a Pack of Lies) as Stacey Brennan
• Ben Crompton (Game of Thrones) as Big Barry Brennan
• Emily Coates (The Little Mermaid) as Ashleigh Brennan
• Josiah Eloi as Little Barry Brennan
• Sarah Alexander (Father Brown) as Laura
• Millie Kiss (An American in Austen) as Chloe
• Donna Preston (Good Omens) as Sue 1
• Rich Keeble as Euan
• Elizabeth Bennett as Grandma
• Maggie Ollerenshaw as April
• Grace Long as Officer Dillon
• Tupele Dorgu (Coronation Street) as Sabrina
• Alicia Forde as Holly
• Leila Hoffman as Evelyn
• Sunil Patel (Alice & Jack) as Raj
• Abby Vicky-Russell as Sue 2

Is There a Trailer for Bad Tidings?

Sky has officially released the Bad Tidings trailer—catch a glimpse of the festive fun below.

Behind the Scenes

Bad Tidings is an upcoming British Christmas television film produced by Sky Studios. Written by Laurence Rickard, Martha Howe-Douglas, and Chris McCausland—who also stars in the film—it is directed by Tim Kirkby. Adnan Ahmed produces, with Anil Gupta serving as executive producer for Sky Studios. NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution handles the film's international sales.

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