OCTET Productions’ award-winning romantic comedy A Christmas Destiny makes its STARZ debut on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Starring Karen Obilom (Doing Life) and Derrick A. King (Why Did I Get Married Again?), the film follows Serena Green, a successful photographer who returns to Washington, D.C., for Christmas and unexpectedly reconnects with Jarrod Hardly, a musician and teacher she shared an unforgettable encounter with five years earlier.
Although their chemistry remains undeniable, both have moved on and are involved in other relationships. As old feelings resurface, Serena must confront complicated relationships, family dynamics, and whether some connections deserve a second chance.
The ensemble cast includes Kym Whitley, Lamman Rucker, Joyful Drake, Grammy-nominated recording artist Elle Varner, Asiahn, Rhonda Morman, Javon Johnson, and Angelo Diaz.
Previously titled A Kismet Holiday, the film earned the 2024 ESSENCE Film Festival Jury Award for Best Narrative Feature.
A Christmas Destiny is produced and executive produced by Chuck West and Bree West of OCTET Productions. Written by Chazitear and Bree West, the film is directed by Chazitear, who also co-produced alongside Terayle Hill.
A Christmas Destiny premieres Sunday, November 1, 2026, on STARZ.