An exclusive Last Christmas deleted scene shows Emilia Clarke’s Kate trying to get her boss “Santa” (Michelle Yeoh) to let her skip work for an audition for Frozen On Ice. Released back in November, Last Christmas is a rom-com about Kate, a young woman whose life is a mess (due to a combination of bad luck and poor choices) when she meets Henry Golding’s Tom, a kindly man who challenges her cynical outlook towards the world. The film was directed by Paul Feig and written by playwright Bryony Kimmings and Emma Thompson, based on an original story Thompson and Greg Wise came up with.
After earning more than $121 million at the worldwide box office, Last Christmas is now available to watch at home. The film hit Digital on January 21 and will arrive on DVD and Blu-ray in a few weeks on February 4. Universaly is currently promoting Last Christmas’ home media release, which will naturally include special features like deleted scenes from the film. One of those sequences is available online, as of today.
Screen Rant is exclusively debuting said deleted scene from Last Christmas, showing Kate trying to butter up her boss (who goes by “Santa”) at the year-round winter holiday store in Central London where she works as an elf. You can check it out in the space below.
The scene highlights Kate’s desire to become a performer in the film, despite having fallen gravely ill and very nearly died a year earlier. Music, specifically the work of George Michael, informs much of the movie beyond Kate’s wish to pursue a career as a professional singer. Last Christmas of course gets its title from the Michael song of the same name, but also features his music throughout its runtime. It even touches on some of the social issues that were important to the late singer (who gave his blessing to the movie before his passing in December 2016), specifically that of homelessness. When Kate first meets Tom, she learns he volunteers at a local homeless shelter.
In addition to deletes scenes like the one shown here, Last Christmas’ home release includes supplemental features like the customary blooper reel, along with an alternate opening and ending, and multiple featurettes that go behind the scenes of the making of the movie. Among those are “A Legacy Revealed”, which will explore how the song “Last Christmas” inspired the film. You can read through the complete list of bonus features below (which are now available on Digital and with the Blu-ray and DVD on February 4).
Last Christmas Blu-ray Bonus Features
- Alternate Ending Alternate Opening Blooper Reel Deleted Scenes ‘Last Christmas’ Full Performance Director in Vision – Emmy nominated and critically acclaimed director Paul Feig has been spotted out of place and in frame on multiple occasions. Listen carefully to hear his directorial tips and catch a peek at his fashion forward filming attire. It’s All So Cold – The warmth of holiday cheer is no match for London’s frigid air. Get an insider’s look into Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding’s silly dances and ridiculous wardrobes used in attempt to stay warm while filming. Try Not to Laugh – In the movie, Kate (Emilia Clarke) and her mother (Emma Thompson) have an incredibly strained relationship - watch as neither actress is anything but as they come down with a severe case of the giggles. A Legacy Revealed – Get the inside scoop how the iconic and catchy holiday tune, “Last Christmas”, was developed into a film from the brilliant minds of Emma Thompson, David Livingstone, and Greg Wise. Pure Golding – Henry Golding’s character, Tom, can be found bouncing around throughout the film bringing boundless pep and cheer. Listen to the cast and crew as they reveal that Henry’s personality is not much different. Emilia Recording Session – Step into the recording studio with Emilia Clarke and some fellow cast and crew to witness the magic behind the music in this film. Love Letter to London – Journey with director Paul Feig and some of the cast as they explore just how magical the city of London truly is. Santa and Her Elf – Get a hilarious behind the scenes look at the quirky relationship between “Kate” (Emilia Clarke) and “Santa” (Michelle Yeoh) 12 Days of Production – Journey alongside the cast and crew as they personally document their experiences while filming LAST CHRISTMAS. Hear from director Paul Feig, actors Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Emma Thompson and others as they share their on set stories Paul Feig Takes Over the Tram – Before Emmy nominated Paul Feig became a director he was a Universal Studio’s Tram Tour Guide in 1981. Hop on the tram and experience part of the tour as Paul takes over the ride. Feature Commentary with Director Paul Feig Feature Commentary with Director Paul Feig and Producer/Co-writer Emma Thompson
Last Christmas is available on Digital and and releases on Blu-ray and DVD on February 4, 2020.
- Last Christmas Release Date: 2019-11-08