Your Christmas watchlist: 3 festive, homegrown shows to stream

We may have green Christmases instead of white, and gather around the braai rather than a roast, but that doesn’t mean Christmas in SA is any less exciting. Celebrate all that’s cool about an Mzansi Yule with these fun, local festive shows.

Sing along with the kids: Klein Kroontjies Kersfees

Familiar Christmas songs get an Mzansi makeover in Klein Kroontjies Kersfees. Young children will love the animation, the music and the little stories told in the songs, which are sure to get them extra excited for the big day. The songs are sung by some very familiar voices, including Lloyd Cele and Nianell.
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The trouble with Christmas: Liewe Kersfeesvader

When teen beauty queen Nonnie’s mother left her family for another man, Nonnie is left to pick up the pieces. She’s just about managing when she’s thrown another curveball. Her father announces he’s finally found his calling: he’s going to become Father Christmas. Convinced he’s lost his mind, Nonnie must look after her little brother, navigate the judgmental townspeople and somehow convince her dad to take off his jolly red suit. This is a sweet South African movie perfect for the holidays.
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Hilarious holidays: White Christmas with Schalk Bezuidenhout

Chase the holiday blues away with the hilarious stand-up comedy special White Christmas with Schalk Bezuidenhout. It’s hosted by Schalk Bezuidenhout and features the talent of comedians such as Donovan Goliath, Dusty Rich, Glen Biderman-Pam. 
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