Bridgerton star Claudia Jessie stars as Ed Sheeran’s onscreen girlfriend in the music video for his new song “Under the Tree,” which was inspired by Richard Curtis’ forthcoming film That Christmas.
Dearest readers, Claudia Jessie was spotted making a stop in another ton.
In the holiday-themed visuals, Claudia plays the role of Ed’s ex-girlfriend, whom he wishes was still in his life. After replaying happy memories of them enjoying hot cocoa by the fire, shopping for gifts and decorating a Christmas tree together, she shows up at his home and the pair are reunited.
And while the plot of the video—which was filmed to coincide with the release of Richard Curtis’ upcoming animated movie, That Christmas—was kept under wraps until its release, Claudia and Ed previously hinted that they would be joining forces. In fact, earlier this week, the Grammy winner shared a behind-the-scenes look at the duo working on the project.
In the clip shared to TikTok Nov. 25, Claudia—rocking the same turtleneck sweater she wore in the video—mouthed along to a voiceover from Bridgerton while standing outside. And behind her, Ed—clad in a flannel, joggers and sneakers—jumped on a trampoline.
Captioning the funny moment, the “Shape of You” singer wrote, “Hands up who watches Bridgerton.”
But Claudia’s appearance in “Under the Tree” isn’t the only reason that the song is so special to Ed. He’s also really proud to have written a track for a movie that his and wife Cherry Seaborn‘s daughters—Lyra, 4, and Jupiter, 2—can enjoy.
“Having kids, I struggle to find great, great movies for very young kids to watch at Christmas,” Ed told Digital Spy in an interview published Nov. 26, “and this ticks all the boxes.”
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“Hope everyone loves the song,” the 33-year-old added. “The movie is called That Christmas and it’s out December 4 on Netflix. My family and I love it. Yours will too.”
To catch up on more projects being released in the coming year, keep reading.
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Chad Michael Murray and Britt Robertson star in this Netflix comedy about a big-city dancer who stages an all-male, Christmas-themed revue to save her parents’ small-town music venue.
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Wicked – November 22
The long-awaited movie adaptation of the Broadway musical, starring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh and more.
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Where to Watch: In select theaters Nov. 1, and then streaming on Apple TV+ on Nov. 22
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Boasting an all-star cast including Rachel Zegler and Nicole Kidman, this animated adventure follows a teenage princess who must save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters.
Where to Watch: Netflix
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The Lohanaissance continues! Lindsay Lohan and Pretty Little Liars‘ Ian Harding star in this holiday rom-com about two resentful exes who are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings.
Where to Watch: Netflix
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Where to watch: In theaters
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Maria – November 27
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Where to Watch: Netflix
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Jennifer Lopez and Jharrel Jerome star in the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles, who was born with one leg and defied every expectation to become a national wrestling champion.
Where to Watch: In theaters Dec. 6, and then streaming on Prime Video Jan. 16, 2025
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The Six Triple Eight – December 6
During World War II, the US Army’s only all-Black, all-women battalion takes on an impossible mission in this drama based on a true story. Written and directed by Tyler Perry, the film stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams.
Where to Watch: In select theaters Dec. 6, then streaming on Neflix Dec. 20
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That Christmas – December 6
Love Actually director Richard Curtis returns with a series of animated holiday stories that are sure to ease you into the season of giving.
Where to Watch: Netflix
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Carry-On – December 13
In this thriller, Taron Egerton plays a TSA agent pitted against a mysterious traveler, who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight.
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Kraven the Hunter – December 13
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Mufasa: The Lion King – December 20
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – December 20
Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. Jim Carrey and James Marsden also return in this CGI-animated live-action sequel.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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A Complete Unknown – December 25
Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in this true story behind the rise of the iconic singer-songwriter.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Nosferatu – December 25
The horror classic gets a revamp courtesy of director Robert Eggers and an all-star cast including Nicholas Hoult, Bill Skarsgard, Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe and Emma Corrin.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Babygirl – December 25
Nicole Kidman plays a high-powered CEO who puts her career and family on the line when she begins an affair with her much younger intern.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Paddington in Peru – January 17, 2025
Everyone’s favorite marmalade sandwich-loving bear returns for a third installment, in which Paddington and his adopted family, the Browns, decide to visit his aunt Lucy in Peru.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Back in Action – January 17, 2025
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx make a welcome return to our screens in this action-comedy about two former CIA spies who are pulled back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown. Also starring Glenn Close, Kyle Chandler and Andrew Scott.
Where to Watch: Streaming on Netflix
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Where to Watch: In theaters
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Keke Palmer and SZA star as roommates Dreux and Alyssa in this comedy produced by Issa Rae. When they discover Alyssa’s boyfriend has blown their rent money, the duo finds themselves going to extremes in a race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Where to Watch: Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
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Renée Zellweger returns as everyone’s favorite singleton for this fourth movie in the franchise, joined by Leo Woodall, Chiwetel, Ejiofor, and Isla Fisher. Now a widowed single mother, Bridget must juggle work, parenthood and romance.
Where to Watch: Streaming exclusively on Peacock
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Sinners – March 7, 2025
Michael B. Jordan reunites with his Black Panther and Creed director Ryan Coogler on this tale of twin brothers who return to their hometown, only to discover an evil force waiting to welcome them back.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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Mickey 17 – April 18, 2025
Director Bong Joon Ho follows up his Oscar-winning film Parasite with this sci-fi thriller starring Robert Pattinson as an “expendable” employee sent to colonize an ice planet.
Where to Watch: In theaters
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