This Christmas (2007 film)

This Christmas is a 2007 American Christmascomedy drama film produced by Rainforest Films and distributed by Screen Gems. The film was written and directed by Preston A. Whitmore II, who also produced it alongside Will Packer, and stars Delroy Lindo, Loretta Devine, Idris Elba, Regina King, Chris Brown and Mekhi Phifer. It centers on the Whitfield family, as they overcome many trials and obstacles during the Christmas season. The film is named after the 1970 Donny Hathawaysong of the same name. The film was released theatrically on November 21, 2007.