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The Business of Christmas

20201h 45mMovieFamily

The Franklin kids come home for Christmas to find that their childhood home and the family business is in jeopardy. While trying to save their home and Toy store, they re-discover the core values of love, family, and the Christmas spirit.

DirectorThomas J. Churchill
WritersDrica Armstrong·Jami McCoy-Lankford

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Cast · Directed by Thomas J. Churchill

JFJennifer Freeman
Jennifer Freeman
Dani Franklin-Hughes
DRDaphne Maxwell Reid
Daphne Maxwell Reid
Mary Ann Franklin
RSRoger Guenveur Smith
Roger Guenveur Smith
Oscar Franklin
KE
Khadeen Ellis
Cyndi
LRLawrence Robinson
Lawrence Robinson
Noah Franklin
RDRufus Dorsey
Rufus Dorsey
Robert Hughes
AH
Aleksandra Zorich Hunt
Fan
MCMichael Cervantes
Michael Cervantes
Trevor
JWJamil C. Winston
Jamil C. Winston
Doctor Lund
ABArnella Barbara
Arnella Barbara
Beth
ER
Erik Ajamu Rudo
Lionel Ellis
AM
Alyse McCamish
Superfan

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The Business of Christmas — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Business of Christmas?

The Business of Christmas is streaming on Bet+, BET+ and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Business of Christmas on Netflix?

No, The Business of Christmas is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Bet+ and BET+.

Is The Business of Christmas on Amazon Prime Video?

The Business of 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 The Business of Christmas for free?

The Business of Christmas is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Business of Christmas?

Yes — The Business of Christmas is followed by The Business of Christmas 2 (2021) in the Business of Christmas Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Business of Christmas?

The Business of Christmas is the first film in the Business of Christmas Collection.

Is The Business of Christmas part of a trilogy?

No — The Business of Christmas is part of the Business of Christmas Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Business of Christmas Collection?

There are 2 films in the Business of Christmas Collection: The Business of Christmas (2020) and The Business of Christmas 2 (2021).