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8-Bit Christmas

6.420211h 38mPGMovieFamilyComedy

In suburban Chicago during the late 1980s, ten-year-old Jake Doyle embarks on a herculean quest to get the latest and greatest video game system for Christmas.

DirectorMichael Dowse
WriterKevin Jakubowski
ProducersCelia Khong·Richard Brener

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Cast · Directed by Michael Dowse

NHNeil Patrick Harris
Neil Patrick Harris
Adult Jake Doyle / Narrator
WFWinslow Fegley
Winslow Fegley
Jake Doyle
SZSteve Zahn
Steve Zahn
John Doyle
JRJune Diane Raphael
June Diane Raphael
Kathy Doyle
BRBellaluna Resnick
Bellaluna Resnick
Lizzy Doyle
SRSophia Reid-Gantzert
Sophia Reid-Gantzert
Annie Doyle
CTChe Tafari
Che Tafari
Mikey Trotter
SBSantino Barnard
Santino Barnard
Evan Olsen
MMMax Malas
Max Malas
Jeff Farmer
BRBrielle Rankins
Brielle Rankins
Tammy Hodges
BRBraelyn Rankins
Braelyn Rankins
Teddy Hodges
CACyrus Arnold
Cyrus Arnold
Josh Jagorski

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8-Bit Christmas — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams 8-Bit Christmas?

8-Bit Christmas is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is 8-Bit Christmas on Netflix?

No, 8-Bit Christmas is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is 8-Bit Christmas on Amazon Prime Video?

8-Bit Christmas isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch 8-Bit Christmas for free?

8-Bit Christmas is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.