This Is Christmas Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?

What Happens at the End of This Is Christmas?

Christmas is approaching, and best friends Harry, Jordan, Ben, and Dennis are at their annual get together before the holidays. As they share stories of their past year, it is clear they all still have a lot of growing to do. Jimmy struggles with an unhappy marriage and an ill-timed affair with his daughter's 17 year old babysitter. Meanwhile, his best friend Jordan splits from his partner, Steve, only to discover he may not be the biological father of their daughter. Harry struggles with an estranged relationship with his father and his ex-wife. But everything turns into total chaos when Ben loses custody of his son and decides kidnapping is the only way to save his family. Now these friends must come together and do the right thing, proving family and friendship is what is most important. With an all star ensemble cast, "This Is Christmas" is perfect for the holidays. -- from WowNow Entertainment

Joseph Rassulo's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on David Moscow (Harry)'s journey. As they share stories of their past year, it is clear they all still have a lot of growing to do.

How Does David Moscow (Harry)'s Story End?

• David Moscow: David Moscow's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Corin Nemec (Jordan): Corin Nemec's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• A. Russell Andrews (Ben): A. Russell Andrews's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of This Is Christmas Mean?

This Is Christmas's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving David Moscow may feel rushed. Joseph Rassulo's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.