History of The Holdovers in Timeline

The Holdovers is a 2023 American Christmas comedy-drama film set in the early 1970s. It follows the story of a strict classics teacher at a New England boarding school, played by Paul Giamatti, who must supervise a group of students unable to go home for Christmas break. Da'Vine Joy Randolph stars as the school cafeteria manager, and Dominic Sessa plays one of the students who remains on campus.

1935: Release of "Merlusse"

"Merlusse", a film by Marcel Pagnol, was released in 1935. This film served as inspiration for Alexander Payne's "The Holdovers".

1958: Consideration of 1958 as Setting but Rejected

The year 1958 was considered as a potential setting for "The Holdovers" but was rejected due to its proximity to the timeline of "Dead Poets Society".

1963: Creation of Universal Pictures Logo

The Universal Pictures logo was created in 1963. This logo was considered for use in the international prints of "The Holdovers".

December 1970: Introduction of Paul Hunham in "The Holdovers"

In December 1970, the film introduces Paul Hunham, a classics professor at Barton Academy, a New England boarding school. He is disliked for his strict teaching style.

1970: Setting of "The Holdovers"

"The Holdovers" is set in late 1970 and early 1971, during the Christmas break at a New England boarding school.

1970: James Gray's Praise for "The Holdovers"

James Gray commended "The Holdovers" for its accurate portrayal of 1970, the year he considers the start of "American history's greatest hangover." He lauded the film's authentic depiction of the era's dreams and the consequences of idealism.

1970: 1970 Chosen as Setting for "The Holdovers"

The year 1970 was chosen as the setting for "The Holdovers" because it shared more similarities with the present time.

January 1971: Paul Hunham Fired but Defends Angus

In January 1971, Paul Hunham is fired from Barton Academy but defends Angus, a student who is threatened with being sent to a military academy.

1971: Setting of "The Holdovers"

"The Holdovers" is set in late 1970 and early 1971, during the Christmas break at a New England boarding school.

1999: Release of "Election"

"Election", a film directed by Alexander Payne and featuring graphic design work by Nate Carlson, was released in 1999.

2004: Release of "Sideways"

"Sideways", directed by Alexander Payne and starring Paul Giamatti, was released in 2004. This marked the first collaboration between the director and actor.

2018: Alexander Payne Contacts David Hemingson

In 2018, director Alexander Payne contacted screenwriter David Hemingson to discuss a potential film project inspired by Hemingson's boarding-school television pilot.

June 2021: Miramax Acquires Distribution Rights for "The Holdovers"

In June 2021, Miramax acquired the distribution rights for "The Holdovers".

January 27, 2022: Filming of "The Holdovers" Begins in Massachusetts

Filming for "The Holdovers" began in Massachusetts on January 27, 2022.

September 11, 2022: Special Screening of "The Holdovers" for Buyers

A special screening of "The Holdovers" was held for potential buyers on September 11, 2022.

2022: Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Carrie Preston Join "The Holdovers" Cast

Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Carrie Preston joined the cast of "The Holdovers" in early 2022.

2022: Filming of "The Holdovers"

The filming of "The Holdovers" took place from January to March of 2022 in Massachusetts.

August 31, 2023: Premiere of "The Holdovers" at Telluride Film Festival

"The Holdovers" premiered at the 50th Telluride Film Festival on August 31, 2023.

September 10, 2023: Toronto International Film Festival Screening and People's Choice Award Runner-Up

On September 10, 2023, "The Holdovers" was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film was a runner-up for the People's Choice Award at the festival.

October 7, 2023: Busan International Film Festival Screening

"The Holdovers" was showcased at the 28th Busan International Film Festival in the prestigious 'Icon' section on October 7, 2023.

October 27, 2023: US Release of "The Holdovers"

"The Holdovers" was released in the United States by Focus Features on October 27, 2023.

November 10, 2023: Digital Release of "The Holdovers" Soundtrack

The soundtrack for "The Holdovers", composed by Mark Orton and featuring various artists, was released digitally on November 10, 2023.

November 30, 2023: Digital Release of "The Holdovers"

"The Holdovers" was released on digital platforms on November 30, 2023, making it accessible to a wider audience.

2023: Release of "Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre"

"Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre", featuring a new permanent logo for Miramax designed by Nate Carlson, was released in 2023.

2023: Release of "The Holdovers"

"The Holdovers", an American Christmas comedy-drama film, was released in 2023.

January 2, 2024: Blu-ray and DVD Release of "The Holdovers"

On January 2, 2024, "The Holdovers" became available on Blu-ray and DVD formats, allowing for physical copies of the film.

January 19, 2024: Release of "The Holdovers" in the UK

"The Holdovers" was released in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2024.

March 13, 2024: Box Office Gross of "The Holdovers"

As of March 13, 2024, "The Holdovers" had grossed $43.9 million worldwide, with $20.4 million coming from the United States and Canada and $23.6 million from other territories.

March 2024: Plagiarism Allegations Against "The Holdovers"

In March 2024, screenwriter Simon Stephenson accused the screenplay of "The Holdovers" of plagiarizing his unproduced script "Frisco," claiming that director Alexander Payne had access to his work. Stephenson filed a complaint with the Writers Guild of America, alleging similarities in various aspects of the two scripts. Producer Tom McNulty disputed Stephenson's accusations.

2024: Release of "The Beekeeper"

"The Beekeeper", featuring the new Miramax logo designed by Nate Carlson, is scheduled for release in 2024.

2024: David Hemingson Reveals Semi-Autobiographical Nature of "The Holdovers"

David Hemingson revealed in 2024 that "The Holdovers" is partially semi-autobiographical, drawing from his own life experiences and incorporating real-life events into the film's narrative.