Happiest Season: John on Coming Out (Clip) | Hulu

[@natalie0410]

Whoever wrote John’s lines here absolutely summed up that coming out feeling. It’s a real reframe of the situation with Harper in realistic terms - not everything is simple for everyone.

[@ADifferentVibe]

The director Clea, may have written it since she is lesbian herself. It could be Mary did as well, but nonetheless, they both wrote a very sensitive script. Hat tip.

[@auroramiguel7042]

True.

[@CPSlayer]

@@ADifferentVibe well the film is also based on her life too

[@calyglover685]

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[@TheAVM2011]

I wouldn’t be surprised if Dan Levy himself wrote them. He is an excellent character developer!

[@sgtmian]

one of the most relatable scenes on what coming out is really like.

[@graceeey147]

best scene of the movie. perfectly articulates the struggles of coming out and shows the experience is different for everyone.

[@vincentdamienarneo369]

Being straight and never really being able to understand the gravity of what it must be like coming out to parents and family, I really feel like john was able to put it in the easiest to understand way I've ever heard of seen. Happiest season was one of the most unexpectedly pleasant surprises I've had in awhile

[@MrSteve-hy9yo]

It's a shame they didn't use Dan Levy more in this movie. He is a great actor and this scene, as deeply emotional as it was, is the best scene in the movie.

[@Overseer2579]

Agreed

[@audrinamiller8823]

This scene made me actually break into sobs, this conversation was so heart felt and true, and his words mean everything. Acting was immaculate 💛

[@ursaminor9780]

Is it kind of weird that I appreciated the fact that Abby really was an orphan? Throughout the movie, I felt like there was gonna be this big reveal that Abby had come out to her parents on Christmas, only to be kicked out and rejected by them, and that’s why she disliked Christmas. I was sincerely surprised to find out the orphan side of her story was actually true. But I kinda appreciate for two reasons: A) It was a side of her separate from her sexuality, and showed her personality was based around more than just it. B) It gave her a real, grounded read for disliking Christmas. It wasn’t like other cheesy Christmas movies where the character is just grumpy, or didn’t get the present she wanted, or something silly. She’s reminded of her parents’ death every time she sees people celebrating like they would.

[@salemschulze2855]

I really hope through this scene more people would understand that people like Harper deserve love and support, despite the horrible decisions they made while being put in those positions. She never stopped loving Abby she just didn't want to lose her family, and to fix this inner conflict is far from easy.

[@BeatrizLaila96]

Yeees, harper deserves love and support ♥️

[@songbird6414]

The moment when he says the details about how it’s a terrifying moment, that little beat before you say it, all i could think(and what I hope Abby was thinking) was that Harper didn’t get that chance. Her sister outed her and forced her into it. Such a good movie.

[@godsfavourite9956]

This sum up coming out pretty accurately: "Once you say those words you can't unsay them. A chapter has ended and a new one has begun and you have to be ready for that." I love this scene✨🥰

[@thecouncilofnine4692]

We all need a friend like John.

[@jennydominguez5896]

I cried during this scene and throughout the entire movie tbh. I’m straight but I just love Dan Levy so much and it put coming out into perspective for me. Its not the same experience for every person who comes out and the moments leading up to it are terrifying. This movie deserves an award.

[@Aannan]

Dan Levy has a beautiful voice. He could do ASMR. Plays this scene beautifully too.

[@maxy5266]

if you watched this and still think harper is “toxic” you didn’t understand a single thing from the movie

[@BeatrizLaila96]

I totally agree with you 🤝♥️

[@buffyka]

I agree with you too.

[@kingkinkladze7352]

Harper never took Abby's feelings into account. She never took Riley's feelings into account when she outed and humiliated her in high school. Harper only cares about Harper.

[@bigdayafan2882]

@@kingkinkladze7352 yes that's one way to look at it but there's also the fact about pressure into becoming the "perfect child" or the "golden child". They're parents only care about them when it concerns their status and representation, so technically harper's not toxic its just the way she was brought up that made her that way.

[@songbird6414]

Team Harper all the way baby

[@BeatrizLaila96]

Clea Duvall: “I want what’s best for all the characters. And I think the message that you can mess up, that you can do the work and get better is really important. And be kind to yourself, and have compassion. Because I think compassion is in short supply.” More compassion because "every story is different" And Please, Hulu, give us a sequel with the Abby and Harper's wedding, please

[@123videos456]

While it would be awesome to see where these characters are now i think a sequel is not necessary. The conflict of the movie was borne out of Harper not being able to come out and Abby struggling with hiding who they are is something that couldn’t be walked back in a sequel.

[@bethebest9486]

Yezzz.. Sequel pleaseee ❤️❤️

[@ryantomcat]

Please 🥺🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@number4534]

When you watch this with straight people and you’re the only one sobbing cause you know the exact feeling he’s describing.

[@dianaespana8000]

🥲 yup

[@06bigd2000]

I’m straight, I watched this movie, and love it. And recommended to a friend. She liked as well. She said she wouldn’t have no problem coming out to her parents (She’s straight as well 🙄). And I had to remind her that it’s easy for me or her to say that when it’s not really something we have to deal with. We can’t say what we’d feel or what we’d do. I can only imagine how scary it would be to have to tell something like that to your parents

[@colli_wolly]

Even though I’m straight, I was crying during this scene because I remembered how difficult it was to come out to my very religious parents that I’m agnostic. Like, I love my parents, but we couldn’t see eye-to-eye on religion.

[@animaanimus8011]

WOW. You think straight people can’t have empathy. That’s not just incorrect but bordering on prejudice.

[@KaFu9904]

This resonated with me in a way no other description about coming out has. I've never fully related to other coming out stories or comments about coming out in movies or elsewhere but I believe John's comment in this scene is something everyone can relate to no matter the circumstance of their coming out. I grew up in Sweden in a very liberal and accepting family but even still I've never felt more terrified than right before I came out to my parents and I still feel some of that terror every time I come out to someone new. Wether it's a family member, a friend or a total stranger. Even though sometimes I know with utmost certainty that I have no reason at all to feel that way I still do. So thank you for this. Representation really does matter.

[@sgtmian]

what’s different and amazing about this scene for me is it’s two lgbt actors performing the words of a lesbian. they all know that feeling.

[@songbird6414]

I didn’t expect a comedy to have such a real moment. This part hit, so hard.

[@chee_toe7595]

First time I saw this scene I just absolutely broke down. It describes coming out perfectly

[@petrasolano9531]

i’m still closeted and my mom and I were watching this and she said something along the lines of “your dad will probably hate your boyfriend when you’re older would be so much better if you were a lesbian” 😹😿

[@lamlinh3208]

Everyone needs a friend like John in life

[@cmary9205]

This is one of the best and unforgettable moments in the movie and one more that makes me cry a lot. Thank u all cast and crew for Happiest Season. This is my best Christmas gift. Kisses and blesses for all.😘🙏🏼🎉

[@TenaciousDealer]

The dialogue writers for this show really knocked it out of the park. So many memorable characters constantly put in relatable situations with an obviously touching intent. My favourite Rom Com for sure.

[@joshwill3941]

YES! I love this clip. This scene almost made me cry. (Actually I might’ve cried) I love this movie.❤️

[@stydia4432]

This movie was so amazing, please give us a sequel with their wedding!

[@dannochoa2]

I watched this movie last sunday. All I can say is that I think is a good movie.

[@123videos456]

I watch this move every year around Christmas time since it was released and this scene always brings me to tears.

[@beccahaaby1007]

That moment before you say those words was terrifying and your heart does beat a thousand times. Spot on.

[@scottgiles7178]

Dan Levy brings me infinite joy

[@meganreid.05]

I just came out to my sister and all of the time as I was thinking it, I was thinking of this scene. Im so thankful she supports me

[@ChickPea-h4d]

I remember watching this movie when it came out and feeling like harper. scared about what others would think (Still, kind of do) if they found out and if I would be accepted. I've watched countless other movies and stories of how it was when people came out. the same advice I would always get back was that 'it gets better'. I hated that cause how can someone say that without knowing what I was going through, they didn't know what my future was going to look like. Why give me false hope (I know now it does get better, time has shown me that). But watching this scene brought me comfort cause no matter what others are going through we all share that one common experience and that is that moment we chose to share who we are with others. once we do 'A chapter has ended and a new ones began' and we have to be ready for that. I've Always had and we forever more so will have people around that understand me, wheather I can see that or not.

[@RCanadian]

Only someone who had to come out could have written this, so lovely; so true.

[@AllieOk]

I wish the people who complained about Harper's behavior would rewatch this scene and really sit down and think about these words

[@iantkach6640]

Even as somebody who's straight, living with a parent (or parents) whose love feels much more conditional than it should be is absolutely draining. I can only begin to imagine how much stronger that feeling is when you're LGBT.

[@meghanprincess3904]

In kenya we don't have this type of movies but it doesn't mean we don't appreciate this type of movies.

[@missdarkness6643]

I cried watching this scene because it's so true. Actually the most scariest thing is to finally coming out to yourself and finally admitted to yourself and accepted that you are not straight. I cried so much when I said out loud to myself that I'm bi because I was in denial for years and then I fell in love.. I was so scared of the feeling that I had. If you embrace yourself, others will too.

[@iantkach6640]

As fantastic as John's main speech is, I also really like the moment after Abby says "I want to be with somebody who IS ready". He doesn't pressure her to change her mind or reconsider, just acknowledges it and hugs her. Because that is 100% a valid position to have!

[@em-pr5jv]

This scene was so beautifully written! 🌈

[@judy6580]

I am totally happy with the ending, abby never looks at riley the way she looks at harper. And abby just met riley and they only known each other for like 4 days and some people want her to end up with riley at the end of the movie??? Yes, harper act badly sometimes but who doesn't? We are all toxic at some point of our relationship. The movie revolves more on harper not coming out and more on her family, we actually did not see how they started, how abby fell inlove with her, we really did not see how they are as couple when they are just the two of them. Would you not forgive someone you love who hurt you just because she is too afraid of showing her true self to her family? You should be first person to understand her, you should be the first person to trust her own process of when she's ready to come out. We all do poor decisions in life, so people should stop commenting like they are so perfect in a relationship like they never hurt someone at some point. Give harper a chance to make it up with abby. I'd be happy if riley will have someone also in the movie if there will be a sequel. I have watched the movie for like 10x

[@user-th6vf6gk1k]

I love this movie ❤ is my movie favorite♡ Kristen looks beautiful she is one person incredible and fantastic 💕💖💖

[@Seanwichh]

I bawled my eyes out in this scene😭

[@ANameToGoBy]

The words, “I wanna be with someone who’s ready” really hit John there but he also understands. It’s hard to be with someone in the closet, especially when it wasn’t what you signed up for. And I love that even though he might have his own opinion on it, he still accepts Abby’s words and embraces her. Because her feelings on it are valid too.

[@buffylover83]

I came out last year as asexual/biromantic. I was terrified and knew as soon as I said those words everything would change. Thankfully my family and friends, while confused and had questions, supported me and said they loved me no matter what. But not knowing what's going to happen when you come out is terrifying. This scene perfectly captures what coming out feels like.

[@ZukoHalliwell]

I'm glad your coming out went well. ❤️ Can I ask you a personal question? If you don't mind me asking, how can someone be asexual without being aromantic? I know that I probably sound very close minded, but I'm just curious how it works. If you're not comfortable answering, I totally understand.

[@shobhakumari6523]

That scene was so emotional ❤️😭🥺☺️🙏

[@robbie-the-bee]

Not me crying and rewatching this scene cause i need validation-

[@lou4711]

part ,,once you say those words you can't unsay them" hit very much. He says this to two side. The person who is doing coming out and finally feels ready to say them out loud, and the person who hears them. When you tell the truth about yourself you know that everything will change, also you know that if the other person reacts in an inappropriate way your relationship will forever change. Something will always be an obstacle to getting along together. Therefore, it is important not to lie to each other and to have trust if the other person has it in us

[@francescakyanda9182]

this encompasses it perfectly

[@linnycrocus6023]

I'm so sorry to anyone who got his version of coming out. Homophobia is such a genuine waste of our limited time on this beautiful planet

[@ingridmarin2737]

Esse filme vai fazer 2 anos em Novembro e eu ainda não assistir ele 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@miluferreyra8701]

when i tell you im BAWLING

[@najhoant]

I’m straight, but I really want to see this movie. Having trouble finding info about how it will be released here in Sweden, though

[@MagicOwl7]

It just got released in Germany, so it might also have been released in Sweden? Maybe check again :) Here it's on all major platforms

[@najhoant]

@@MagicOwl7 I found it here recently on a movie rental service

[@MagicOwl7]

@@najhoant Great! :)

[@meghanprincess3904]

Am Kenyan and straight n I love this movie levy is attractive n kstew is attractive..

[@doug-dima-domee]

When this came out it was great timing. Cried and cried a second time but with my mother because she seen this part and asked is that what you felt?” In tears. I didn’t have to say a word. It explained the experience spot. On. We held each other after she realized my reality and we came to a deeper understanding🫶🏼 (she used to be un accepting as a kid)

[@warrenbintoro5441]

In the sequel who wants John as Abby’s best man

[@BORNIN199X]

Please Hulu give us a sequel please 🙏

[@fernp5324]

I want a sequel HULU!!!

[@ginniesoh]

Very touching monologue

[@karolinaminarikova5374]

The best scene from the movie.

[@DragonflyandTheWolf]

"Once you say those words you can't unsay them. A chapter has ended." Unless you say them to MY mom who just pretends it never happened. Pretty sure if I brought it up to her again she'd act like it was the first time she's hearing it.

[@haze5785]

Just 💕 💛 💞 this movie 🎥 😍

[@zoilareyes7647]

They are good friends

[@ethylenramos7271]

Nice movie. I just watched it at hulu... I love it so much.

[@l3loodlu5t45]

This brought me to the tears

[@foxinthefirewood3959]

I feel like K Stew literally plays herself here. Minus the closet and dead parents.

[@gargar3593]

Please give me a link to watch this movie.

[@potatoskins6001]

John needs to stop speaking facts or im gonna cry

[@emviolyn]

My family is very homophobic and it is my absolute worst fear on coming out to them. I’m so scared that they won’t love me anymore. I am planning on doing it soon enough, thanks to the support of my friends. This kinda gave me some comfort and courage.

[@riri89927]

This hurts, especially since I’m in the closet.

[@franciscovalenzuela6212]

I wish you the best when it's your time to shine honey

[@CrocusSeal]

It's so sad that us humans have created a life where "coming out" is even necessary and that very act gets people abused and hurt and ostracized. Homophobia is just such a waste of time on this beautiful unique planet. Like......we have life and this is how we spend our time living it?

[@ZTGAMEZ]

If I hate harper you didnt listen to john or understand what the movie was about 🙄

[@avni6421]

the person who wrote this scene is definitely a part of the lgbt community

[@emilyn.p.kalhor]

Abby becoming upset from Harper's attitude comes directly from privilege....her parents were totally supportive and had accepted her when she came out.She has no idea what it feels like and what it sounds like to living in fear under a family that dont accept you that even you might end up in serious danger if they find out about who you really are. Everyone are keep hating Harper but please, Abby is such a boring character who doesn't give a sh** about her girlfriend situation but playing victim that its all Harper's fault😕

[@SMOdell13]

I love this scene. I really just wish it was in a better written movie. I'll be honest, I am bias, I don't like Kristen Stewart but oddly its not her that makes me dislike this movie. It's the ending. It honestly would've been better if they didn't get back together. Regardless of this amazing scene and it's truth, I am a believer that actions speak louder. Harper hid Abbey the whole time and then denied the truth while looking at Abby and didn't even go after her. I understand the fear but to me it doesn't matter. If you truly love someone, you DON'T treat them like that. I feel it would've been better if Abby broke things off explaining her self worth and how no matter the fear you don't treat another human being the way Harper did. The movie could end with Abby moving on and meeting Harper again some time later seeing how much Harper has grown as a new true version of herself. Not a "Look I've changed! Take me back!" but a mutual respect for each other and if written well could leave the ending open to possibilities instead of "OF COURSE THEY GOT BACK TOGETHER BECAUSE TRUE LOVE". I just find it toxic and unrealistic for Abby to forgive Harper so quickly.

[@pallazoshatin1143]

👍👍💓💓💓💘💋💋💋❤❤❤❤

[@andreste1989]

I'd be curious to get feedback from an LGBT person on how closely this matches their experience. I imagine the other comments here will provide insight.

[@graveyardsoil]

🥺😭

[@vibes8924]

Antichrist

[@tessandjonkou167]

pls get a life lol

[@Noa......]

I am also anti-Zeus.

[@strangereactions6]

Huh

[@binx414]

Stay pressed

[@meganreid.05]

I just came out to my sister and all of the time as I was thinking it, I was thinking of this scene. Im so thankful she supports me