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Write a CHRISTMAS MOVIE - Holiday Screenwriting
How to Write a Christmas Movie For Hallmark, Netflix, or Make your own Christmas Film! Become a Christmas Screenwriter!
Created byJordan Imiola
Last updated 1/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Screenwriting from a professional Screenwriter who’s written over 40 movies, has over 25 IMDb credits, and has sold and produced screenplays.
- Study the Story Structure of films such as A Christmas Story, Home Alone, Elf, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacationa and more!
- Develop a Compelling Premise and Craft a unique and engaging concept that balances Christmas magic with personal stakes and relatable themes.
- Learn the essential components of a Christmas movie, including the three-act structure and holiday tropes.
- Create memorable protagonists and supporting characters that drive the story and resonate with audiences.
- Weave core holiday themes—family, love, redemption, and joy—seamlessly into the narrative.
- Learn techniques for revising your script and pitching it effectively to producers or executives.
- Leave the course with a finished, professionally structured script ready for submission or production.
- Scriptwriting, filmmaking, and Creative Writing plans of attack to meet your deadlines.
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Course content
10 sections • 19 lectures • 2h 33m total length
Requirements
- No previous screenwriting experience necessary. This course is great for total beginners or those who want to know more how to write a Christmas movie.
Description
Are you ready to turn your holiday spirit into a heartfelt screenplay? This on-demand course will teach you how to craft a captivating Christmas movie that audiences will love. Whether you dream of writing for Hallmark, Netflix, or creating your own unique holiday classic, this course is your guide to success.
Perfect for new screenwriters, this course covers every step of the process. You’ll dive into the structure of Christmas movies with examples from A Christmas Story, Elf, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Home Alone, and Joran's cult classic Christmas comedy, Christmas Staycation. Unpack the secret formula behind the charm and universal appeal of Holiday movies. Learn how to develop relatable characters, craft witty dialogue, and infuse your script with the themes of love, family, and joy that define the holiday season.
Through bite-sized lessons and practical exercises, you’ll:
Write the major beats of a Christmas movie, including the “inciting incident,” “midpoint,” and the inevitable heartwarming resolution.
Learn how to Write a Movie and master screenwriting software.
Learn how to pitch your script to networks and producers.
By the end of this course and by writing your story as you take these lessons,, you’ll have a complete Christmas movie script ready for submission. No prior screenwriting experience is necessary; this course provides all the tools and inspiration you need to succeed.
So, grab your hot cocoa, light up your imagination, and join Jordan Imiola on this festive journey to create a story that warms hearts and spreads holiday cheer. Your Christmas movie masterpiece starts here!
Who this course is for:
- This Christmas Movie Screenwriting course is for beginner screenwriters, experienced screenwriters, and those want to sharpen their screenwriting skills and learn how to write a Christmas screenplay.