A photo of the Christmas Karma film poster with characters including Mr Sood and the three ghosts of Christmas on a purple background with London landmarks in the background

Christmas Karma

Celebrate the merry spirit of London during the festive season, as Christmas Karma comes to UK cinemas on 14 November.
A photo of Christmas Karma characters including Mr Sood and the three ghosts of Christmas on a purple background with London landmarks in the background
Christmas Karma, based on the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Credit: True Brit Entertainment.

Christmas in London is a magical time of year, with a joyous community spirit that rings through the air. Embrace the festivities and spread lots of cheer to ensure your Christmas karma gives back another year!

Visit the haunts of the ghost of Christmas past on a journey around London's historic corners. Pay a visit to centuries-old landmarks and ancient institutions, with heritage spanning from Roman beginnings to today's Royal Family residences.

Trail the path taken by the ghost of Christmas present, stopping off at landmark sights and attractions. Catch a dazzling West End show or musical, taste festive market fare and see the Christmas lights and trees that illuminate the city.

Follow in the footsteps of the ghost of Christmas future and be transported into new realms by the latest exciting experiences. Step into a world of immersive games, shows and exhibitions that tell stories with futuristic technology.

Once you've seen London through the eyes of the ghosts, you're sure to have a merrier Christmas than most.

Just don't forget the message of Christmas Karma, and your Christmas in London is set to be one to remember!

Plan your London adventure now!

Gurinder Chadha OBE on London's starring role

A photo of director Gurinder Chadha looking into a video camera on set with members of the production team in the background

Christmas Karma is a film about togetherness and community, based in London.

We sat down with Gurinder Chadha OBE to talk about why she chose to set her new family-friendly musical in the UK capital, how she added a contemporary spin on the classic story and what makes Christmas in London so special.

Read the interview

Get in the spirit of Christmas Karma

See London light up with the magic of the festive season in Christmas Karma as the new film arrives in UK cinemas on 14 November. Based on the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, and from the director of Bend It Like Beckham, this feel-good family musical adds a modern twist to the famous tale.

Christmas Karma features a star-studded cast including Kunal NayyarEva Longoria, Boy George, Hugh Bonneville, Billy Porter and more! It also includes a feel-good festive soundtrack from Gary Barlow, Shaznay Lewis and Nitin Sawhney, influenced by gospel, bhangra, Bollywood, hip hop, pop and classic Christmas carols. 

See London sparkle at Christmas

A photo of the cast of Christmas Karma at the London Eye Christmas light switch on with the logo on a giant sticker on the floor with visitlondon.com below with the London Eye in the background 

Crowds flocked to the London Eye on 4 November to celebrate the beginning of Christmas in London with actors, dancers and original music from the film. Head to London's South Bank over the festive season to see the iconic landmark transformed into a giant glowing wreath, and extend your festive fun by visiting more of London's Christmas lights.

Uncover the magic of Christmas in London. Discover more film and TV in London. Or, find out what's on in the capital. 

 

 

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