A loyal basset hound is on a mission to bring his family back together in Netflix’s upcoming festive film, A Dog’s Perfect Christmas, premiering on 4 November 2026.
Starring Dennis Quaid, the heartwarming Christmas movie follows the Goss family as they face an unexpected medical emergency that threatens to keep them apart during the holidays.
With Christmas Eve approaching, their determined family dog, Winstead, takes it upon himself to reunite the people he loves.
Blending festive chaos, family bonds and the special connection between people and their pets, the film promises an emotional addition to Netflix’s Christmas viewing line-up.
What is A Dog’s Perfect Christmas about?
At the centre of A Dog’s Perfect Christmas is Winstead, a devoted basset hound who refuses to let his family spend Christmas apart.
When a medical emergency disrupts the Goss family’s holiday plans, Winstead sets out to bring everyone back together before Christmas Eve.
The film explores the importance of family, togetherness and the comfort pets can provide during difficult times.
Its newly released trailer offers a glimpse of a festive story filled with emotional moments, humour and the unwavering loyalty of a family dog.
For viewers who enjoy Christmas movies featuring animals, A Dog’s Perfect Christmas puts a four-legged character at the centre of the holiday adventure.
Dennis Quaid leads the Netflix Christmas movie cast
The film features an ensemble cast led by Dennis Quaid, alongside several familiar faces.
The cast includes:
- Dennis Quaid
- Milo Ventimiglia
- Brooke Lena Johnson
- Kathleen Rose Perkins
- Jennifer Tilly
- Mary Steenburgen
- Thomas Haden Church as the voice of Winstead
Church provides the voice of the determined basset hound whose mission drives the story.
The film is based on a book by the author behind A Dog’s Purpose, A Dog’s Way Home and A Dog’s Journey, bringing another pet-centred story to the screen.
Dennis Quaid shares why the film is special
Quaid has spoken about the film’s message and its celebration of family and pets.
“I couldn’t be happier to be a part of something so special,” Quaid told PEOPLE Magazine.
“It’s a beautiful reminder of what this time of year is truly about: love, togetherness, and cherishing the moments that matter most with our family and pets,” he adds.
The actor also hopes audiences will connect with the film’s combination of humour and emotion.
“I can’t imagine our lives without dogs, so my hope for everyone is that they enjoy this story, share a few laughs, maybe shed a tear, and enjoy it with the people they love most.”
His comments reflect the film’s central theme: the important place pets hold in family life.
When is A Dog’s Perfect Christmas coming to Netflix?
A Dog’s Perfect Christmas premieres on Netflix on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
The film arrives ahead of the December holiday season, giving viewers an early opportunity to settle in for a festive family movie.
With its combination of Christmas celebrations, unexpected challenges and one very determined dog, the story is aimed at audiences who enjoy heartfelt holiday entertainment.
For dog lovers in particular, Winstead’s mission to reunite his family offers a reminder that the smallest members of a household can sometimes make the biggest difference.
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