Dashing Home for Christmas (2020) - full transcript

[CEO] Now this is exactly

what I was looking for Alex.

Now you get home and
see your family.

Don't stay too late. Okay?

Mr. Williams.

If you would just take a
look at the numbers here,

we have put together
an extensive report...

- Call me Roger.
- Roger...

I mean, I'm just not sure.

This is a lot to take in.

Well, you'll see we've
actually interviewed



thirty-seven employees both here
and at various regional offices.

We have analyzed their
workflow systems, processes.

And we've identified areas

where there are inefficiencies
and/or redundancies.

You should actually see
the recommendations on page 12.

Oh.

I don't know.

[WHISPERING TO BRYAN]
I'm never gonna make it.

Ah! [CLEARS HIS THROAT]

Why don't you take some
time over the holidays

to think about what
we've proposed.

I know that these decisions
are never easy to make.

Oh. Well, I was hoping to take
care of this before the holidays

so it's not looming over me
at the start of the year.



But perhaps you're right.

I agree.

Yeah, you know, sometimes
all you need is just

a little bit of time to put
things into perspective.

All right.

Let's regroup at the
start of the year.

Thanks again for all your
help and suggestions.

- Thank you.
- You're most welcome.

Have the best holiday!

I've made it to the airport
in less time before.

I like my chances.

I have faith in you, but
you're cutting it pretty close.

I once made it from a
meeting in mid-town Manhattan

to my seat on the plane
in less than 30 minutes.

Yeah, but it wasn't Christmas.

And don't forget.

We owe the boss man our
proposal for Bieldtech

as soon as we're back.

You know me. I will work
on it on the plane.

Now go.
Go enjoy your holiday.

Oh and tell your wife
I said Merry Christmas!

[EMILY] Hey. I just
finished my meeting

and am rushing to
get to the airport.

I'm pretty sure I can make it.

Are you still going
to pick me up?

Of course.
I can't wait to see you!

It looks beautiful.

Where are you?

[GRACE]
I stopped by mom and dad's

to borrow from mom's
gigantic collection of

Christmas gift bags
from years past.

Who is that?

[MOM]
Is that Emily?

I'm making your favorite
cookies right now.

You hear that?
Yes, it's Em.

[DAD] Tell her we say hi,
and can't wait to see her.

Are they taking
good care of you?

Very. I'm barely allowed
to set the table.

And I will not miss
the birth, okay?

I would not miss
it for the world.

Thank you.

I know how much
that means to you.

And you're okay coming
alone this year?

Yeah, it's fine.

It's been ten months
since we broke up.

Plus this will give me more time
to focus on you, mom and dad.

Yeah, I really miss you guys.

Well then get home!

[GRACE]
We can't wait to see you!

Great! The weather's
getting worse.

Uh. But I'm going to have
to let you go because

my rideshare will be here in...
Whoa, ah...

Before you can say
two turtle doves!

I gotta go.

[GRACE]
Okay. See you soon!

Oh. I am... I am so sorry!

Ah... Here.

Here you go.
Merry Christmas.

Oh, hi. Excuse me!

Can I please get through.
That's my car! That's my car!

No! No.

Oh no no no no.

No no no no no.

Watch out!

I am so sorry!

Are you okay?

Yeah.

- Let's get you up.
- 'Kay.

Oh no no no no no.

Oh, I'm never gonna make
it in time for my flight.

I feel absolutely
terrible about that.

This is my car here. I'm heading
to the airport right now.

Give you a lift?
It's the least I could do.

Ah. Yes.

That's really kind of you.
I really appreciate it.

- I'm Simon.
- Oh. Emily.

[EMILY]
Thanks again.

I'm sorry if I was a little
bit short with you earlier.

It's just, it's been a long day,

and I'm running
late for my flight.

Oh. No problem at all.

I'm actually cutting it
pretty close myself.

Where you headed?

I was in a meeting today I
thought would never end!

But I'm in sales, so I
couldn't just tell the client,

"I got a
flight to catch!"

That would be just be...
Yeah.

Um, it's all about the
sale, though, right?

So, ah, what do you do?

Huh?

I said, "What do you do?"

Sorry. I'm just trying
to update my family.

I am so sorry.

I have a tendency just to
talk people's ears off.

I'm a people person.
Always asking questions.

Did you say something?

Oh, no. You do what
you got to do.

No. It's just work.

This late before
the holiday, huh?

Yeah. They expect
you to be on 24/7.

But if I get what I need
done now, then I can just

relax when I get to my parents.

Well, fair enough.

So, how's your day?

[EMILY]
Thanks again for the ride.

You are a life-saver.
Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas.

Oh, wait. Let me help
you with your bag...

[DOOR SLAMS SHUT]

You've been selected for an
additional security check.

Is this your bag?
Did you pack it yourself?

You've got to be kidding me.

Okay. I'm sorry.

I know that this is your job
but my flight is boarding.

And I really need
to get home, so if...

You and everyone else.

Ooh. Okay.

Okay, I'm just going to...

Nope!

It's a Christmas morning
family tradition.

Am I good to go?

Merry Christmas!

You just made it.

We were about to close the door.

Oh, I'm sorry miss.

Because you weren't here twenty
minutes prior to boarding,

we gave away your seat.

Seriously?
I'm here now.

Is there anything you can do?

Well, I can't get you
back your bulkhead seat,

but I might have
something for you...

In the Exit Row.
Is that okay?

Is there nothing you can do?
Miss...

Monroe.

Miss Monroe. I'm actually one of
your "Elite" members, so...

We truly appreciate your
business, but unfortunately

with it being the holidays, and
everybody trying to get home,

well the best I can
do is an exit seat.

Yeah, okay.
I appreciate it.

I guess the most important
thing is getting home, right?

What a small world!
Emily, right?

Oh! Right.

I'm so sorry, I feel awful,
but I forgot your name.

Simon.

Oh, right, Simon.
Right. Simon.

Is everything okay?

I guess so.

They gave away my original seat

because I was stuck at security.

So now I have a middle seat.

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.

You know what, though.
I have an aisle seat.

Just one second Miss.

No no no no no.
I couldn't. No.

It's fine.

If I hadn't gotten in
your way on the street...

I insist.

That's really kind of you.
Thank you.

- There you go.
- Thank you.

Merry Christmas.
Enjoy your flight.

- Merry Christmas.
- Thank you.

I appreciate it.

Well, at least let me buy
you a drink on the plane.

I will send it over.

Umm. Deal!

[PILOT] Merry Christmas folks.
This is your captain speaking.

That Polar Vortex is putting
some weather in our path.

So all Seattle flights are being
diverted to Butte, Montana.

Let's hope the
weather clears soon

and we can get you all to
your final destination.

Hey.

Yeah. Do you mind?

Aisle? Middle?

Middle is great.

Well, better safe
than sorry, right?

It's not the first
time it's happened.

And it certainly won't
be the last time.

I'm sure the weather's
going to clear up.

So I can't even count how
many flights it's been

for me this year.

I've seen every single
in-flight movie there is.

I'm not joking.

[TAPPING]

Oh, gee. I am sorry.

I've been chatting your
ear off this whole time,

and I've never even
asked about you.

What you working on?

Oh, just spreadsheets.
I'm a management consultant.

I'm actually working on a
proposal for a client right now.

Ah, ah.

And you're heading home to see
your family for the holidays?

Yeah, like you, I'm
constantly on the road.

So getting to spend the
holidays with my family

means everything to me.

Oh. That's really sweet.

And I know what you mean.

I think this is like day 15
or 16 for me on this trip.

I honestly lost track by now.

That's a really long time.
Explains the luggage.

Oh, yeah. Hilarious.

How many days for you?

Eight.

Yeah. Half the time I don't
even know what city I'm in.

I know what you mean.

This one time I was coming
back to my hotel after

a long meeting and I completely
forgot what room I was in.

I had to down to the front
desk and ask the clerk.

It was... Yikes.

So let me guess.

You are a Prace Hotels
"Elite" member?

How did you know?

Oh, it was just a lucky guess.

But based on your job
and sort of how you are,

it made sense.

And plus for me, it's part
of my job to know how to

read people so I
can sell to them.

Well, that's pretty impressive.

And I bet...

Actually, I'm really sorry.

I don't mean to be rude,
but it's been a long day.

And I would just love
it if I just now

put in my headphones and just
listen to a little music.

And try and get this done.

Of course, yeah.
I'm sorry about that.

As a fellow road warrior,
I totally get it.

Great. Thank you.

[SHOUTS]

What happened?

Oh. I am, I'm so sorry.

I seem to have this
effect on women.

No, I just had the
weirdest dream.

Or maybe it was a
nightmare. I don't know.

You're all good. It's going to
be smooth sailing from here.

[GATE AGENT]
Attention passengers

on flight 645 to Seattle.

We thought we were gonna
be able to get you

all home tonight, but I've just
been told there's now

a ground stop in effect which
means it looks like

there won't be another
flight out tonight.

So, what are you gonna do
with this unexpected night

in the middle of nowhere?

Well to be honest, I just
want to get to a hotel,

take a nice long shower,
and just pray

that I will get on the
first flight out tomorrow.

Oh. From your lips.

Oh and Simon, it's was
a pleasure to meet you.

If I don't see you again, I
hope you have a great holiday.

Merry Christmas.

Hey folks. Let me give
you a hand with that.

Are you following me?

Oh hey.

I'm just kidding, but I knew you
were a Prace Hotel person.

Yeah. They're usually the
closest to the airport so...

You know, it's too bad
we're only here overnight.

I heard this is a really fun
town with a great barbecue spot.

You like barbecue, right?

You always see the positive
in every situation, huh?

To be honest, I just want
a hot shower and my bed.

Oh, ah... Do you need
help with your bags?

No, I'll be okay.
But thanks!

Hi. Reservations under
Nichols, first name Emily.

Of course Miss Nichols.

We have you all
set for one night.

I just need your ID and a credit
card for any incidental charges.

Yes, just a moment.

No, no, no, no no.
Please no.

Not right now.

Is there a problem?

I can't seem to find my wallet.

I don't have it.

Is there any way...

Oh, actually I have my loyalty
card stored in the app.

So will that work?

I am sorry Miss.
Without an ID and credit card,

I'm afraid I can't check you in.

And with the storm outside,

we have a lot of people needing
rooms, and this is the last one,

so I'll need to release it.

But I need that room!

Again, I am sorry miss, but I
will need you to step aside.

Good evening... Jamie.

How are you this evening?

Better now.
How can I help you?

Well, wouldn't you know it,
with this crazy storm outside

my flight has been canceled.

Don't have a room for the night.

Just wondering if you
could help me out?

This might be your lucky day.

It seems a room just opened up!

And it's a really nice upgrade
from our regular rooms.

Would you look at that?

I feel like Santa Claus tonight.

I can even give it to
you for the regular rate.

Merry Christmas!

But, that's my room!

I'm sorry miss, I
had to release it.

I'm confused.

I must of left my
wallet at the airport

when I had to go through
the extra security.

And now they won't
give me my room

without my credit card and ID!

There's nothing you can
do to help this lady out?

I'm sorry sir.

If she doesn't have a
credit card and ID...

I can actually vouch for her.

You know, I know that
she's top, Elite status.

I really wish I could help her,
sir, but it's company policy.

Well, I mean, I
have a credit card.

Would you like to
split the room?

Oh, I couldn't do that.

What, are you gonna sleep on
the floor of the airport?

You're a life-saver.

I will send you the money I
owe you right now. Really.

Let's not worry
right now about that.

We're both very tired and
we'll get a good night's rest.

And we can sort this out later.

Here we are.

And, oh. Congratulations.

Huh? Why?

Thank you.

Oh. I just assumed.

Sugar-Plum! This is...
This is so nice.

Hmmm.

Honey. Do you have some cash?

But there's only one bed!

Well, it is our honeymoon.

I'm kidding. I'm kidding.
I got the couch.

I couldn't let you.

You're the one who got
us the room after all.

Listen, I'm not going to
make you sleep on the couch.

I feel bad, though.

Look, my mother raised
me right, Emily.

If she had any idea that I
made you sleep on the couch,

she would kill me.

- Are you sure?
- Yes, I'm sure.

Okay. Thanks.
And thank you to your mother.

Do you need to use the
bathroom before I get in there?

I just have a nightly routine
that might take a little while.

Ah, yeah. That would be great.
Just one sec.

Okay.

Thanks!

Hey.

So you're in the Honeymoon
Suite with a hot guy?

I'm waiting for the bad part.

You're the one who's
always complaining

that you never meet anyone.

Maybe this is the universe
sending you a sign.

[EMILY] The guy, he's handsome,
but that's not the point.

He talked my ear
off at the airport.

And the rideshare.
And the shuttle...

Is he married? Single?

How would I know that?

You didn't look for a ring?

Why would I do that?

Please, when I was single
and saw a cute guy,

that was the first
thing I looked for.

You need to take more of
an interest in people, Em.

Oh, I think he's coming.

Okay. Check his ring finger!

Also, I need a pic
or it didn't happen.

Um. I'm gonna try and get
on the very first flight

out tomorrow morning.

As soon as I have the
flight info, I'll text you.

Okay? Bye!

Okay! Bye!

All right. It's all yours.

What's that smile for?

What? Nothing. Nothing.

I just, ah, really
excited to shower.

Oh. Okay.

I'm calling the front desk.

It doesn't look like
we have hot water here.

Oh my goodness.
I am so sorry!

I didn't mean to...

I thought you'd be
longer in the shower.

I couldn't resist.

What's that about
the front desk?

Never mind. It's fine.

[LAUGHS]

What's so funny?

I'm glad you're
comfortable enough

to be like this around me.

What? The robe, or...?

Oh, ah...

Well, ah, actually.

The plane air, it kind
of dries you out,

so I find that this helps make
the skin a little hydrated.

So you should try it.
It's good.

We all have our little rituals.

I like to do a hundred push-ups

and two hundred crunches
before I go to bed.

Yeah. I see.

It's working.

I don't know about you, but I
see treats, and I'm starving.

Do you want some?
It's on me!

Ah, well yeah, sure.

But technically I put my
credit card down so it's on me.

Sorry. You've been
so kind to me,

when I've been a little bit...

Stand-offish? [CHUCKLES]

I'm kidding.

Well, maybe.
Just a little bit.

It's been a long
and stressful day.

It's totally understandable.

[SIMON]
Oh! So much deliciousness.

No contest. Definitely
the chocolate.

Great minds think alike.

Oh wow.
Nice presentation.

It's called respect.

I like that you like
all my favorite things.

I think it's actually you who
likes my favorite things.

- Cheers.
- Cheers.

[SIMON] Hey did I hear
your phone ring earlier?

Maybe that was TSA
with your wallet?

Oh, yeah. I'm tried to get
through to the TSA,

but I could only leave
them a voicemail.

So, I'm going to try
them again tomorrow.

Well, I'm sure it will turn up.

Being on the road all the time,
things are bound to go wrong.

I mean, you can either
be upset about it,

or you can just go with it.

You never know what might
the situation might bring.

Are you always so upbeat
about everything?

Maybe you're right.

You know what?
Let's start over.

I'm Emily.

Emily.
Hi, I'm Simon.

Nice to meet you.

So what are your
plans for the holiday?

Well, I'm an only child.

And my parents passed away.

So I usually just spend it
with old college buddies.

We have a very tight-knit group.

In previous years we've
done Vegas, New Orleans,

San Francisco.

Sorry to hear about your
parents, but your friends,

they sound fun.

I mean, family comes
in all different forms.

[EMILY'S PHONE RINGS]

Hey. Maybe it's TSA.
They've got your wallet.

That would be amazing
if they found it.

[CAMERA CLICKS]

It's just work.

You know what,

I need to learn how to take
a break once in a while.

So... Here we go.

Well, it's definitely important

to have some balance
in your life.

Yeah. And don't get me
wrong, I do love my job,

but with all the travel, it gets
to be a little lonely at times.

Yeah.

[EMILY'S PHONE BUZZES]

Sorry.

Flame Emoji 100 emoji
Heart-Eyes emoji

Is that your boyfriend?

Boyfriend?

Oh, I just assumed you had
someone waiting for you

the way you answer
your phone smiling.

Texting all the time.

No no. I wish.

Most of my relationships
only last a few months.

I mean, they always
start out really great,

but then I have to go
away for a few weeks,

and then when I get back,

it feels like we have
to start all over again.

And you know what?
Most guys just,

they can't seem to handle that.

You know, so that is just a
long-winded way of saying,

that if you see me smiling, I'm
probably talking to my sister.

Yeah, she's about to give
birth to her first child and

I wouldn't miss it for
anything in the world.

So... What about you?

I mean, I noticed that you
don't have a wedding ring,

which means you're not married.

When did you notice that?

Oh, ah. I wasn't looking for
it on purpose or anything.

I just happened to
notice it at some point.

Um, so. Anyway, you are
evading my question.

I'm just wondering if you have
someone special waiting for you?

If there was, I wouldn't be
going away with my buddies.

I had a girlfriend a while ago,

and when I got back from my old
job, I was home all the time,

I don't know, something
wasn't just clicking anymore.

Yeah. Sorry to hear that.

Now, I don't know what's worse,

being on the road
or being at home?

I would like to think that
with the right person

it wouldn't matter.

So, here's to all the
fellow road warriors.

May we find that special
someone who finally

understands our
crazy crazy life.

Here here.

Okay, now that smile is
definitely not for your sister.

What? Was I was smiling?

Anyway, I'm actually going
to probably call it a night.

I'm super tired.

And we got to get
up super early, so.

Right. And let's hope
this weather clears

so we can finally
get out of here.

- Yeah.
- Yeah.

- Ah, good night.
- Good night.

You know, I'm actually
not too tired.

Do you mind if I...

Oh yeah yeah yeah.
By all means.

The light's not bugging you?

No, it's okay.
Good night.

Good. Good night.

[SIMON CHUCKLES]

[SIMON LAUGHS OUT LOUD]

I'm sorry. I'll be quiet.

Okay. Great. Good night.

[LAUGHS]

Okay, I am really sorry.

I said I would be quiet and
now I'm not being quiet.

It's just this
book is hilarious.

Is this okay?

Sometimes it's the
only way I can sleep.

Oh, yeah yeah. For sure.
Do it. You need to.

[SOUNDS OF WAVES AND BIRDS]

Great.

[SNORING]

Organized all my stuff!

Put the shaving cream
next to the razor,

toothbrush next to
the toothpaste.

Why did I not think of that?

Hey - having contractions.
This might be it!

Hey. What are you doing?

My sister is in labor and
I told her I'd be there. So.

Well, what are you going to do?

I don't know.

I guess go to the airport
and figure it out.

Well, let me come with you.

Really, it's okay.
I'll be fine. I'll be fine.

So much for our honeymoon.

Well, Simon. Thank you for
everything that you've done.

If you would just tell
me how much I owe you

I'll pay you right now.

Are you trying to score my
digits? That's really smooth.

No, I just thought
I'd pay you back.

I am kidding.

Great.

Let me know how much I owe you
and I'll pay you immediately.

Okay. I will let you know the
final cost when I check out.

Fine. I guess this
is goodbye then.

So, ah, goodbye.

Safe travels.

And I hope I don't see
you at the airport.

Huh?

I mean, I hope you
catch an early flight

so you make it home in
time to see your sister.

Oh, right. Yeah.

I hope I don't see you either.

Okay.

[QUIETLY]
Bye.

Oh thank goodness.

Whoa whoa whoa.
Hold on there.

I'm not even set up yet.
Just give me a moment.

Of course. Yeah.
I'm sorry about that.

Now. How can I help you?

Okay, you would not
believe the night I've had.

I just need to...

Oh, I hear you.

I'm about to get hundreds
of people just like you.

Yeah, I understand
that you have to

re-book a lot of people...

Oh honey. No one's
getting re-booked.

Did you see the ice out there?

I did.

I'm not sure any planes
are leaving here today.

And the ones that
do will be packed.

Well, I actually
need to get home.

So if you could just...

I understand.
And I'm trying to help you.

But if you want to
get home today,

I suggest renting a car.

And I would get on
that now before I tell

the hundreds of other
passengers the same thing.

I appreciate it. Yeah.
Thank you.

And Happy Holidays!

[PHONE BUZZES]

False alarm. Still at home.
But might be coming soon.

Get home as soon as you can!

[BELL RINGS LOUDLY]

Hi!

I'd like to rent a
car please. One way.

Getting an early start, I see.

Well, I was told all the
flights are pretty much grounded

and I need to get home today.

All right. Miss?

Nichols. Emily Nichols.

And I actually have the
loyalty card on the app.

Oh, okay.

Well, firstly thank
you for being such

a loyal "Elite" member.

And secondly I think
you're in luck.

It looks like I can get you
into one of our last cars.

It's a compact, but
it sure beats out

the 15 person passenger van,

which is the only
other vehicle I have.

I'll take it!

Whatever it takes
to get me home.

That is, the compact car,
not the passenger van.

Although if I had to,
I'd even take that.

Great. Just a driver's license
and a major credit card.

Hmmm. Right.

Ah, Mr Rental Car Agent, is it?

Spencer.

Spencer, ah Spencer.

Here's the situation.

I lost my wallet yesterday.

Yeah, with my ID
and credit card.

And I'm still
waiting for the TSA

to let me know if they have it.

And on top of that, all
the flights are grounded.

So, Spencer...

You are my only hope to
get me home for Christmas.

So, can you help
me out Spenceroo?

I would really love to help out.

Even without a credit card,

as an "Elite" member we
can figure that out.

If you didn't have your
license physically here,

I could make it work if
you knew the number.

The problem is, I can't
let you drive the car

without a driver's license.

So... I can rent you a car.

You just have to have somebody
with a valid driver's license

to drive it for you.

Okay.

Okay.

Simon! Simon! Simon!
Come here!

- Me?
- Yeah yeah! Come here!

What's up?

Spencer. This is Simon.
He will be my driver!

Ah! Hold on one second.
What?

What? I'm doing you a favor.

All the flights are either
grounded or booked.

And Spencer here has
one last car left,

well that and a van
fit for a soccer team.

Oh, so now you need me, huh?

Well, how else are you going to
see your friends tonight, huh?

So win-win, right?

I will let you listen to
whatever you want on the radio.

- Whatever I want?
- Yes.

- Deal.
- Deal!

Deal!

Did you see those people
at the rental counter

when they said they
had no more cars?

- We got lucky.
- Yeah. Lucky.

Lucky is right.

And I just mapped out the trip.

Looks like we have a little
more than eight hours to go.

Hopefully get you home in time

before your sister goes
into labor... Again.

That would be amazing.
You're a lifesaver. Again.

So are you ready to hear
my holiday playlist?

I'm ready!

♪ [LOUD METAL MUSIC]

[SHOUTING] I can tell you
like my taste in music.

[SHOUTING] No. It's fine.

That was the deal.

[MUSIC OFF]I'm, I'm just
kidding with you.

I know it's not
everyone's cup of tea.

I do have a killer playlist.

I can compromise though.
Radio?

Yeah. Maybe we can just
listen to the news, you know?

Hear about the weather
and the road conditions.

Would that be okay?

Yeah, sure.

[EMILY'S PHONE BUZZES]

[GRACE]
Hey you.

Sorry about the false alarm.

Did you get a
flight this morning?

Sadly no. Everything was
booked or grounded.

So we're driving.

We?

Yes. I'm with Simon.

He's my designated driver
because I don't have my license.

Simon?

Is that the guy?

Well done, Em!

Hi Emily's sister!

Oh, and he sounds
as cute as he looks!

Stop it!

Anyway, I should get to mom
and dad's later tonight.

Well, everyone is
excited to see you!

Any more contractions?

Don't worry.

I'm crossing my legs to make
sure you're here for it.

I'll be there, I promise.

She'll be there!

[SING-SONGY]
Emily's got a boyfriend.

I'm hanging up. Don't make
me regret coming home!

[SIMON] I have no idea how you
can do that while driving.

That would make me car sick.

Years of practice.

Actually I have my laptop
tethered to my phone

so that I can access the
internet or check my emails.

It's like my own
little mobile office.

Oh, and I actually canceled
all my credit cards and

I reported a lost item request
to the TSA for my wallet. So.

Also, are you hot in here?
I feel like I'm in a sauna.

Seriously?
I'm wearing my coat.

It's freezing!

I love how easy it
is to rile you up.

Oh... you're terrible.

Good thing we're not a couple

because we are
totally incompatible.

Were you thinking what it might
be like if we were dating?

No! [SCOFFS]

You wish.

All right. Let's compromise.

I'll turn down the heat
a bit and, in exchange.

You can have this lovely scarf.

- Deal?
- Deal.

Oh. This is so soft.

You may never get this back.

Oh, you're gonna
want to see this.

I've driven through here
before plenty of times and

I just, I just love this view.
It's beautiful.

Before I used to just
drive by, never noticing.

Yeah, it's, it's breathtaking.

I mean, I'm always trying
to get to the next place

as fast as possible.

I don't think I've
ever actually stopped

to take a look at the view.

Well you're missing out then.

You gotta appreciate the
little things in life.

[CAMERA CLICKS]

It's gorgeous.

Thank You. Sincerely.

You want to grab a selfie, you
know, to remember the moment.

It's not just the place, but the
people you're with, right?

Okay.

On three say "Simon was right!
Emily was wrong!" Cheese!

Don't push your luck.

Can I see?

You got to keep that!

Yes.

- Thanks again.
- It's okay.

Really. [STOMACH GRUMBLES]
Oh ah...

I don't know what that was!

No need to apologize.

I know a great spot just
down the road that serves

a killer all-day breakfast.

Can we please go?

Table for two?

Sit down anywhere that's open.

I know this looks like just
like a regular roadside diner,

but all the food
here is super good.

The eggs and veggies
and meat come from

the farms surrounding the area.

It all sounds so good.

- Coffee?
- Oh, yes please.

- Thank you.
- You're welcome.

You folks ready to order?

Um. Yeah, I'll get the
Holiday classic please.

Ah! It's really good.
Elf's honor.

And you miss?

There are so many choices.
Um...

Usually I would just get some
yogurt and fruit, but, ah...

What do you recommend?

The breakfast sandwich
is really good.

Poached eggs over
breakfast sausage,

with peppers and onions,
a slice of melted cheese,

served on sourdough toast.

Sounds delicious.
I'll take it.

Oh, ah, can I make
a few substitutions?

Uh huh.

Firstly, I would love it
if I could get it with

egg whites only... and I don't
love peppers and onions,

so maybe instead a
slice of avocado?

And could I get turkey bacon
instead of the sausage,

and if you have it, I would love
it if you could place it all

on a croissant instead
of the sourdough.

That would be amazing.

Ahem.

Looks like you have a new
breakfast sandwich on the menu.

And Stacy, is it?

Does that come with
anything like home fries?

Because I would love to get it
with regular french fries.

They're my only
vice, but only only

when they are crispy and hot.

So when they're coming out
could you just please make

make sure that they are
piping hot? Like sizzling.

Oh, I'll make sure
they're hot all right.

What? I like fries.

A woman after my own heart.

Tell me you like
watching sports,

and I'll just have to marry you.

Just the fries.

I can't believe you're
a secret Rom-Com fan.

I can't say I agree with
your all time favorite,

but you show promise.

What can I say. I am a
hopeless romantic, Emily.

- Really?
- Yeah.

You?

I've dated a few women
who they say they want

a sensitive guy, and when I am,

they don't want to believe it.

Well, ah...
That's not what I meant.

I just...
I guess, you surprise me.

In a good way.

[EMILY'S PHONE BUZZES]

Work again?

Yeah. How did you know?

You just get this cute
crinkle in your nose

when you get a work email.

Oh. I do?

Yeah, it makes sense though.

I've just been so busy
this past year that

I've missed a bunch of
things with my family.

So this was my attempt
to make up for it.

- Coffee?
- Yeah. Thanks.

Thank you so much
for joining us.

I'll take that
when you're ready.

[EMILY]
I'll get it.

With what exactly?

You going to go washing dishes?

That's right. Sorry.

That's all right.
I'll put it on your tab.

Okay.

That's for you. Keep the change.
Thanks again.

Thank you so much!

You're lucky to have
such a great husband.

Be sure to hold on to him.

- Merry Christmas!
- Merry Christmas.

How did I end up with
such a nice husband?

I want to say it was coercion.
But I could be wrong.

You seem to really have an
effect on everyone you meet.

I guess I'm just more
matter of fact with people.

More transactional.

Oh. I guess the way I see it,

every day has infinite
possibilities.

There are literally
countless people

you see on a daily basis,
walking by, in a coffee shop,

in the elevator.

It's kind of cool
who you might meet,

what kind impact they
could have on your life.

I mean, hey, look at us.

Should we go?

So. Next stop, home!

Yeah.

I still can't get over how
good that breakfast was.

Yeah. Those fries!

The fries! They were insane.

Who would have thought to fry
them in clarified butter?

Mind blown.

Oh, actually, um...

I kind of have a little
bit of a confession to make.

I secretly love Christmas
music. Don't judge me.

You?

I love Christmas music!

I can't believe you didn't
say something earlier.

I don't know. I guess I was
just a little embarrassed.

I didn't know how
you would react

since I haven't exactly been
in the Christmas mood lately.

Oh please!

I can't trust anybody who
doesn't like Christmas music.

Right! I mean, what is
wrong with those people?

[RADIO PLAYS] ♪ Deck the halls
with boughs of holly ♪

[SINGING TOGETHER]
♪ Fa la la la la la la la

♪ 'Tis the season
to be jolly ♪

♪ Fa la la la la la la la

[EXPLOSION SOUND]

Oh! Whoa whoa whoa!

Okay. Okay.

What was that?

I'm pretty sure we
just popped a tire.

I'm going to pull over.

No. No no no no no.
Please.

[EMILY KNOCKS ON WINDOW]

[EMILY]
Anything?

It's bad news.
Looks like we blew a tire.

Are you serious?

Please tell me you have the
rental agreement in the car?

There's got to be a number for
roadside assistance in there.

Pop the trunk.

What?

Pop the trunk.

What are you doing?

What does it look like?

[TOOLS JANGLING]

You know how to do that?

You don't?

My dad taught me because
he wanted to make sure

that I was never stranded. So.

Do you mind just
loosening the lugnuts?

The lug-whats?

Are you serious?

In order to put a spare on
and take the bum tire off,

we need to loosen the lugnuts.

I actually like it
when you say lugnuts.

Wait wait wait. Stop.

When you loosen it, you want
to make sure that you put it

back in a star pattern. See.

Like this.

Come on. Got it?

[SIMON]
I got it. I got it.

There.

You know the Roadside
Assistance people

are never usually this helpful
but I kind of like it.

Pick up the phone.
Pick up the...

Oh! I have signal!

Okay, there is a train
station about 20 miles away.

We can make that.

I will just call and see
if they can just pick-up

the rental car at the station.

Okay. I'm just going to
go check at the counter,

get us some tickets.

Sounds good.

[PHONE RINGS]

Dad?

Hey Em! Is everything
all right?

Your sister says you're
with some strange guy?

It's fine. He's harmless.

I mean he can't
even change a tire!

He already sounds better than
your last boyfriend. [LAUGHS]

Okay.

You still think you'll
make it by tonight?

I hope so!

We had a little bit of an
issue with the rental car,

but we're going to
catch a train instead.

[SIMON] I got good
news and bad news.

[BACKING UP BEEPS]

Dad. I have to go but I
will call you as soon as

we get a better sense
of when we'll get there.

I need good news.
So that first.

Good news is, there
definitely is a train

that's going to get us home
in time for the holidays!

That's great!
What's the bad news?

The bad news is, the train
only runs once a day,

and we kind of just missed it.

Oh. Great.

Should we just chance it
with the rental car then?

Who would have thought they
would have taken the car

this quickly?

We're stuck here.

Kinda. Until tomorrow.

But there's a motel right
there across the street.

I say we grab a
great night's sleep,

catch the train first
thing in the morning,

and you'll be home just in time
for Christmas Eve dinner!

I appreciate your enthusiasm.

Really I do, but I was trying
to be better this year.

Okay, I had planned to
arrive early and spend

quality time with my
family, but as always,

I will be there at
the last minute.

That is if everything
goes right!

And so far, we haven't
had the best of luck! So.

Well, I'm not the
salesman I thought I was.

Good news number 2.

The guy at the ticket
counter gave me a voucher

for the motel room,
so yay for us!

Yay...

Too much?

Yeah, too much.

All right. Come on.

Okay.

We'll get you home tomorrow
in time for Christmas Eve!

Yeah. Please don't jinx it!

Hopefully this is the last
little hiccup in our trip.

I think we've hit the
misfortune limit.

Yeah. Let's hope!

Okay, well. See you
tomorrow, bright and early.

Yeah. Sounds good.

♪ [PRETTY CHRISTMAS MUSIC]
Well the stars are shining ♪

♪ And the moon is bright ♪

♪ And the snow lies deep
on the hills tonight ♪

♪ And your favorite songs
are on the radio ♪

♪ And I wish you were here but
I'm miles from home ♪

♪

♪ But I'll be back
for Christmas ♪

♪ I'm going to treasure
all its charm ♪

♪ And the only thing
that I want this year ♪

♪ Is to hold you in my arms ♪

♪

♪ Well the lights are
shining across the town ♪

♪ And the streets are humming
with that festive sound ♪

♪ And the shops are selling all
their Christmas cheer ♪

♪ But my heart feels
empty without you here ♪

♪

♪ But I'll be back
for Christmas ♪

♪ I'm going to treasure
all its charms ♪

♪ And the only thing
that I want this year ♪

♪ Is to hold you in my arms ♪

♪ Well I'll be back for
Christmas ♪

♪ I'm going to treasure
all its charm ♪

♪ And the only thing
that I want this year ♪

♪ Is to hold you in my arms ♪

♪

[DOOR CLOSES AND LOCKS]

♪ And the only thing
that I want this year ♪

♪ Is to hold you in my arms ♪

Simon? You there?

Simon? Simon?

[SIMON]
Hey.

Hey! Hey.

Nice scarf.

Oh, sorry, I completely forgot.

Do you want it back?

Oh no no no.
You hang onto it.

I know how cold you can get.

Did you need something?

Or do you just miss me?

What? No. I was just, ah, I was
just wanting to come and see

when the train was
leaving tomorrow.

I know you told
me, but I forgot.

Ah. I think it's around 10 am.

Cool. Cool.

It's just because it's once a
day and I wanted to make sure.

I don't want to miss
it again, or anything.

What's with the cups?

Oh, I wanted to see
if you wanted some.

Aw, thanks.

So. Where were you?

Oh, I was actually coming
to knock on your door.

What you missed me?

I was actually just
wondering if you wanted to

find some snacks on that
cute little main street

we past on the way in.

I am starving and the
vending machine back there

is quite sad.

I was wondering if
you are hungry too?

I am. Yeah, I am. Thanks!

I just think, we've been
so cooped up, you know,

in the car and the hotel rooms.

It would just be nice
to get some fresh air.

Sounds like a great idea.

Yeah. I'll just grab
my jacket quick.

Okay.

[EMILY] I don't
remember the last time

I did something like this.

It's kind of nice.

What? Took a walk?

Well, no, I do walk.

I just mean being somewhere
with nothing to do.

I've been so busy, I've barely
even registered it's Christmas.

I'm always running from an
airport to a hotel to an office.

Here, I just have no
control over the situation,

you know, so it's kind of nice.

Well, it's a great
way to decompress

before you see your family.

Yeah, I guess.

I mean, being with my
family it just reminds me

when life was simple, you know.

When I was kid a snowball fight
would just make me so happy.

Don't you dare!

I'm not going to do it.
Just calm down.

And plus I saw your snow
angel the first time we met,

and it was not so graceful.

Very funny.

Are you done with
your hot chocolate?

Uh, yeah.

I'll be right back.

Okay.

What do you have there?

You're going to
have to pick a hand.

Left!

Your favorite, Sauvignon Blanc!

Great.

Oh, what's in the other hand?

Oh just snacks and sandwiches.

The guy from the store said it
would pair best with the wine.

Everything is closed
for the holiday,

so this is our little feast.

Oh! And...

There's one more thing.

To get you in the
Holiday spirit!

May I?

Yeah, okay.

I've already missed
so much so...

This kind of helps.

Well. Shall we?

What's that in your hand?

I was just wondering if
I still had the knack.

Hey there's a patio at
the hotel we could use

for our Christmas feast.

You're right.
We do have a patio!

Yeah I didn't realize it either.

It's not the Ritz, but it'll do.

It's actually perfect.

And on such a beautiful night.

M'lady.

May I interest you in a bottle
of our finest French wine?

Mais oui!

Oh Emily. Was that
supposed to be French?

It sounded a little
Australian to me!

Stop it! I'm trying.

D'accord Mademoiselle.

Would you like to
smell the bottle cap?

No way! That's my
favorite line from...

[TOGETHER]
The Muppet Movie!

And then Steve Martin
with the eye patch!

- It's a classic.
- Oh, it's so good.

Okay fine. Maybe you do
have good taste in movies!

I am so sorry!

I think maybe with the eyepatch

my perception would
have been better!

It's totally fine!

I'm just going to
clean up real quick

so that it doesn't get sticky.

You can use my patio door,
it's closer, if you want.

- Okay. Thanks.
- Okay.

Smooth move Simon.

Wow, you're pulling
out all the stops, huh?

Yeah, I just figured if it's
our last night together

it should be special, right?

Yeah.

Let's just hope it's our
last night together!

Oh, thanks.

No! That's not, that's
not what I meant.

I mean... I'm really
enjoying my time with you.

It's just, ah, I'd also
really like to get home.

You make it way too easy.
I'm just teasing again.

Cheers!

Cheers.

♪ [JAZZY CHRISTMAS MUSIC]
There'll be only you and I ♪

♪ Then it's party time
for you know who ♪

♪ And it's Christmas ♪

♪ Just for two ♪

♪

♪ When at last we're
all alone ♪

♪ Celebrating on our own ♪

♪ There beside the
firelight glow ♪

♪ We won't waste
the mistletoe ♪

♪

[SIMON'S PHONE BUZZES]

Heeeeeyyy Buddy... last
minute change of plans.

The GF wants me to come home
with her and meet the family!

So won't be able to meet up!

Sorry for late notice,
but hope you understand!

Have a great holiday!

[EMILY]
What? You okay?

Yeah, yeah.

It's just my buddy can't
make it this year.

He's going with his girlfriend
to meet her parents.

I'm sorry.
That's too bad.

He'll miss the
"big guys weekend".

Yeah. All my buddies are
dropping like flies.

I mean, I'm very happy for them,

but pretty soon I'll be
the last man standing.

Yeah. It's a big step,
though, meeting the family.

My family, they always
grill the guys I bring home.

Rightly so. I don't always have
the best judgment in guys.

I mean, they're always
just so perfect on paper,

but then in real life...

You know what?
I'm pretty beat.

Oh, what time is it?

Oh wow. How did it
get to be so late?

We've been out here for hours.

But it's been really nice.

Yeah, I agree.

It's been a perfect way
to spend the evening.

Our long nightmare is
finally coming to an end.

Nightmare. Gee, thanks.

I was just beginning to
think we were having fun!

Oh, no no no.

I didn't mean it like
that, I was just...

Sucker!

What? You're one of
those guys who can dish

but they can't take it?

Well on that note, I'm
going to call it a night.

Hey, I didn't actually
really mean what I said.

Just ignore me.

I'm not sure I could
do that if I tried.

[EMILY'S PHONE BUZZES]

Okay. Good night.

I'll see you in the morning!

All right.

Hi! Are you coming
home tomorrow?

We have to finish
decorating the tree

and didn't want to
do it without you!

Awww. I know.
I'm trying, trust me.

We're going to be on a
train tomorrow morning,

so we should get there sometime
in the afternoon, hopefully.

And how is your boyfriend?

He's not my boyfriend.
I mean, he's not even...

He's just a guy who's...

Really great, actually.

I thought he was
kind of annoying?

He is. Or he was.
Or I don't know.

I guess I can be a little
too quick to judge sometimes.

That doesn't sound
like the sister I know.

Very funny.

The more time I spend with him,

the more I see the
complete person.

Oh wait. I think someone
else wants to talk to you.

Hey Emily! We can't wait
for you to come home!

Hi Mom. Me too.

We should get there
sometime mid-day tomorrow.

We?

Oh, are you bringing the guy
your sister says you're with?

No! No.

I didn't mean "we" as in
"we" I meant "we" as in

we're traveling together
but we're separate.

Maybe you should bring him.

Can't be any worse than all the
other ones you've brought home.

I know I haven't always
chosen winners, mom.

Winners? Your's don't
even make the podium.

[LAUGHS]

Oopps! [MAKES STATIC SOUND]

Looks like we've lost
the connection here.

I can't hear you mom.
Hello? Hello?

Very funny.
You know I'm kidding.

I love you.

I love you too.
I'll see you tomorrow.

Bye! Bye bye!

Well seeing as
it's Christmas Eve,

I got you a little present.

Oh?

Two tickets home!

Can you believe it?

It's been two airports,
two hotels, a rental car.

And we're still hundreds of
miles from where you have to be.

But I'm determined to
get you home on time.

And I was beginning to think

we were never going to make it.

[ANNOUNCEMENT] Attention
passengers on Platform 2,

the inbound train is delayed

and we hope to have a new
departure time shortly.

I know it was too
good to be true.

And to think that last
part was going to be easy!

Hey, this is just a minor delay.

It happens on the best days.

[CHUCKLES]

[LAUGHS LOUDLY]

I will be right back.
Stay here.

Sir, are you okay?

Yeah.

You know what?

I'll be back in one
quick sec. Stay there.

I don't know where you found
him, but don't lose him.

Oh, he's not...

Thanks.

Here sir.

[ANNOUNCEMENT]
Attention please.

For everyone waiting
on Platform 2,

we're sorry to inform
you that your train

is stuck at the
previous station.

There seems to be some sort
of mechanical problem.

They are working on it,

but are not sure when
it will be fixed.

I don't know if I'm the
bad luck or if you are!

I'm pretty sure it's you.

This literally has
never happened to me

when I travel alone.

Excuse me no.
I think it's you.

Looks like your Knight
in Shining Armor status

is coming back. And
it's rubbing off on me.

Ah, well thank you.

Holidays can be
absolutely crazy so,

I just figured he
needed a hand. Right?

Yeah. You like
helping people, huh?

It's not like a conscious thing.

I'm just doing what anyone else
in my position would do. Right?

Yeah. Most people would
not do what you just did.

I guess I'm just
being a good elf.

Why don't you grab this one and
I'll grab one a few rows back.

Okay.

Hi.

Hi.

Are you two together?

No, well, we're
traveling together,

but we're not together together.

It's a long story.

Well, he's pretty cute.

Did you want to sit together?

Because if you don't, I may.

No no no no no.
I couldn't make you move.

But thank you.

Actually, you know what?

That would be
really nice of you.

You got it. Merry Christmas.

You too. Thanks.

Excuse me miss.
Is this seat taken?

Very funny. Come on.

You know, it's the strangest
thing but the woman you were

sitting next to just asked
to switch seats with me.

Something about you snoring.

She said she wouldn't be
able to put up with that

for the next five hours.

I figured since we've
come this far together,

we should just finish
the journey together. So.

[PATS THE SEAT]

[SIMON] It's been
quite the adventure.

Hasn't it?

It has. I know, I can't believe
it's almost over.

I mean, as much as it's been
a total hassle and super super

frustrating, it's been really
nice getting to know you.

You definitely made
it way more fun

than it would have
been otherwise.

I don't know if you
noticed, but I can be

a little type-A sometimes.

And I don't love situations
that I don't have control over.

So...

I would have never guessed.

Stop it!

Well, I have to say, despite
our initial hiccups,

you've actually been a
great travel companion.

What do you say we bring
some life into this bus?

What did you have in mind?

[CLEARS HIS THROAT]

♪ [SINGING] On the first
day of Christmas, ♪

♪ my true love gave to me...

[EMILY]
Oh no.

♪ [SINGING] A partridge
in a pear tree. ♪

♪ On the second...

- Uh huh. No.
- Don't leave me hanging.

♪ On the...

♪ [EMILY SINGS] On the second
day of Christmas ♪

♪ my true love gave to me,
two turtle doves ♪

♪ [BOTH SING TOGETHER] And a
partridge in a pear tree! ♪

♪ On the third day
of Christmas ♪

♪ my true love gave to me...

Wow. We only have
like an hour left.

That went by fast!

Yeah. And without a
single mishap either.

I mean, other than that
moment you were slightly

off key in "Silent Night".

I was not!

What about you when you just
cracked at that high note?

I literally have no idea
what you're talking about.

I have a voice of an angel.

So, are you excited
to see your friends?

Have a big boys'
weekend planned?

Yeah, I'm excited.

But, you know, for your
own health and safety

I would avoid going anywhere
in the downtown area.

Okay. Yeah.

And how about you?

Is your family picking
you up from the station?

No, I'm actually
grabbing a rideshare.

Do you want a ride somewhere?

Oh no. I'm good.
I'll be fine.

Are you sure?
It's not a problem.

Honestly. It's okay.

I'm sure you're probably super
ready to get rid of me too.

Mmmm...

[EMILY'S PHONE BUZZES]

Work?

Yeah. It's just
something from my boss.

On Christmas Eve?

Well, yeah. I think he
used that as an excuse.

"Merry Christmas.

Oh, and by the way,
when you get a chance,

could you please send me Bryan's

suggested headcount
reductions for the client?"

"Headcount reductions"?

What's that all about?

I'm a management consultant.
I told you that.

I thought you said
that it was about

strategy and efficiency, though?

It is.

We recommend everything possible
to keep a company viable

and in business for years.

I mean, that is actually
what creates jobs

in the long run.

- What?
- Nothing.

What just happened?
Your energy just changed.

You essentially fire people?

No! I don't fire anyone.

My boss suggests layoffs
as a last resort.

So you just, you just shrug?

Oh well, these people
are your 'last resort'?

Of course not. I mean, I
hate that it has to happen.

But if we don't keep a
company healthy, I mean,

it can't really employ
anyone, can it?

Hey, I know it's awful.

But it's not like it's personal.

Maybe that's your
problem, Emily.

Nothing is ever personal to you.

I mean, what if it was
somebody in your family?

These are people's lives
we're talking about!

Simon. Come on.

Please just see
the bigger picture.

I can't believe you're being
so nonchalant about this.

Simon. Come on.

We've had such a
nice time until now.

I mean, aside from
the diverted flights,

and the delayed train
and the flat tire.

It's been really nice.

I just, I really thought I
saw a different side to you.

Someone who had room in her
heart for more than just her

family, but the
people around her.

Maybe even right
in front of her.

Simon.
I'm really sorry. Okay.

For what it's worth, I
think you're amazing.

And I know I wasn't super
nice to you in the beginning,

but, I've really
grown to see what

an incredible person you are.

Oh. Thank you.

So...

So.

I guess this is goodbye then.

Yeah. It's been an experience.

Yeah! That it has.

Um. Thank you. Sincerely.

You've been so kind and
wonderful and helpful.

I mean, if it wasn't for
you, I'm don't think

I would have made it
home for Christmas.

Well, you definitely
made it more fun too.

I mean, maybe not
in the beginning,

but you certainly grew on me.

I grew on you?

Yeah. I just wish I didn't
learn that last bit.

Simon. I really hope that you
don't define me by my job.

I mean, I just hate this
note that we're leaving on.

I was kind of starting
to think that maybe...

Well, yeah. Me too.

I just... I think we're
different people. Right?

Yeah. Yeah you're right.

Simon, I really hope that
you know how sorry I am.

I really wish that we
could just pretend that

the last ten minutes
didn't happen.

That would be, that
would be really nice.

Simon, I ah...

You're really special.

And I'm glad I got to know you.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Actually, do you want
me to wait maybe

until your friends get here?

Oh, no no. Please.

You've already missed two
days with your family.

Really I don't mind.

Emily. Just, just please go.

Okay.

- Emily?
- Yeah?

I, ah, I forgot something.

My scarf.

Oh yeah. Yeah. Sorry.

I completely forgot.
Here you go.

Thanks.

And once I have a moment
to tally everything up,

I'll send you the bill.

Uh huh.

Yeah and I will make sure
to send you the money

as soon as you do.

Did you need my number?

No. I already had it
from the first day.

So, I guess we're...
I guess we're good.

Yeah. I guess so. Okay.

♪ [SAD MUSIC] There's
people in the streets ♪

♪ Singing Christmas songs ♪

♪ Kids are writing letters ♪

♪ Addressed to Santa Claus ♪

♪ I keep waiting to feel it ♪

♪ That magic in the air ♪

♪ "Cuz this used to
be my favorite ♪

♪ Season of the year ♪

♪ But the truth is ♪

♪ Even as the snow falls ♪

♪ Now that you're gone ♪

♪ It doesn't feel
like Christmas at all ♪

[PHONE BUZZES]

[EMILY]
Hey.

What happened?

Well, I'm a consultant
who sometimes

has to recommend layoffs.

Not exactly the most
attractive career to someone

as big hearted as Simon.

That's not fair.

Yeah, well. Neither
is getting laid off.

I actually said
'It's not personal.'

I'm such a fool. Yuck.

Any chance he might come around?

It seemed like there
was a real spark

between the two of you.
No?

There was. Well, until...

Did you get his number?

Maybe you can call him later
and smooth things over?

Is that Emily?

Is she on her way?
Is she bringing the boy?

[MOUTHS]
No. It's bad.

He has mine, you know,
to invoice me for

all the money I owe him.

Yeah, but I know you
are more than your job,

and I'm sure he has
seen that, too, so...

What?

Sooooo...

What?

Go back. Tell him
how you feel.

What! No!

I'm just so close. Finally!

I've already lost out on
way way too much with you.

No, Grace!

Em, we'll still be here later.

I was just so afraid of missing
out on the most important

day of your life.

I know that you love me.

And so do Mom and Dad.

And so will my baby.

But if you have
feelings for Simon,

you need to make sure
he knows it too.

I'm scared.

Come on. Take a chance.

Stop being that conservative
consultant hiding behind

your computer and
spreadsheets and show him

the warm and caring person
that I know you are.

I'm not sure I can do it.

No. I can't do it.
I can't do it.

Do it. Do it. Do it.

[ALL TOGETHER]
Do it! Do it! Do it!

Excuse me. Do you mind taking
me back to the station?

He's not here.
He must have left.

Ugh! Stupid idea.

Simon?

Emily? What are
you doing here?

Did you forget something?

You could say that.

Just stay there.
I'll be down in a sec.

Simon.

What are you doing here?
Where are all your friends?

They're not coming.

What do you mean?

Truth is, they all have
their own families now,

and they just kind of
do their own thing.

But you said that...

I know. I know.

I just didn't want to sound
like a loser. You know.

I was supposed to
meet my friend Paul,

but he was the one who had
to bail to his girlfriend's

and I just... I am now
the last man standing.

What? So you were just going
to spend Christmas Eve

by yourself in a strange city?

I'm just going to
be alone tonight.

Tomorrow I'm heading
to the toy drive,

handing out toys to the kids.

And here, I thought you
were just overpacked.

But apparently you're Santa.

I mean, on a much
much smaller scale.

A few of my buddies,

we pick a different city every
year and we just do what we can.

Simon. I'm really sorry.
For everything.

I know how awful it
is to lose a job.

And I hate that part of
my work hurts people.

I know. And I'm
really sorry, too.

I shouldn't have never
taken it out on you.

It wasn't fair.

So, ah, you want to come
home with me for Christmas?

That's not very nice.

Simon. Simon, you got me home.

And I mean, after everything
we've been through,

you're practically family.

I just, I don't want to impose.

I know how much you love
spending time with your family.

I can't.

Simon, seriously!

Christmas is about the gifts
and the people in our lives.

Whether we've known them for
30 hours or for 30 years.

You taught me that.

I can't believe it took me
this long to realize it,

but you are my Christmas
gift this year.

You sure your parents
aren't going to mind

some strange boy coming over?

I'm sure.

Trust me, you are a huge step up

from all the other boyfriends
that I bring home every year.

Is that so?

Well I guess in this scenario

that would make me,
you know, your boyfriend?

Umm... Yeah.

But don't believe any of
the stories they tell you.

They're all lies.

- Welcome!
- Hi.

Welcome. Come in.

[GRACE] You must be
the famous Simon.

Oh, I'm famous, am I?

I may have mentioned you during
the course of our misadventures.

- Mr. Nichols.
- Simon, welcome!

Nice to meet you.

[EMILY]
You look beautiful.

You made it!

Oh! He's much more handsome than
the picture you sent Grace.

What?

You took a picture of me?
I hope you got my good side.

Yeah, I did actually.

That was delicious.
Thank you, again.

I'm so thankful to have
my family all at home

at the same time.

[DAD]
Here here.

And I'm thankful for
this delicious dinner.

I'm so thankful for
my loving husband.

And we're both
thankful for the baby

who'll be in our
lives any day now.

And, um, I'm thankful for Simon

because he got me home
to see all of you.

Simon? How about you?

Oh, no. I thought this was
like a family-only thing.

If you're here, you're family.

Um. Well, in that case, I
just want to say to everyone,

thank you, incredibly, you know,

for letting me into
your beautiful home.

And having your delicious
food, and you know,

getting to spend the
holidays with you guys.

So this truly does
mean a lot to me.

And I just feel very blessed.

So... Thank you.

Cheers!

Merry Christmas!

Well, since I am part
of the family now,

and I certainly did not
help an inch with dinner,

I shall cleanup for you guys.

So. That's the least I can do.

[MOM]
I like him more and more.

Hey.

Merry Christmas, Simon.

Merry Christmas, Emily.

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