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'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever' 'Wicked'

Currently playing in theaters, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" tells the story of the Herdman children, a group of unruly siblings notorious for their mischief who inadvertently end up in the lead roles of a church Christmas pageant.

As they wreak havoc on the holiday production, the unlikely stars teach the community an unforgettable lesson on the spirit of Christmas.

The film, directed by "The Chosen" creator Dallas Jenkins, stars Judy Greer, Pete Holmes, Lauren Graham and several of "The Chosen" cast members.

A family-friendly film with a Gospel message, "Pageant" has grossed over $25 million at the box office.

Jenkins told CP that he hopes the film becomes a Christmas classic, adding that, like "The Chosen," the story's honesty makes it relatable for all audiences. 

"At the end of the day, a good scene is a good scene, and the only thing that's different between comedy and drama is sometimes the timing of the edit or the delivery," he said. "You might change a little bit, but if you watch 'The Chosen,' you'll see there's a lot of humor in it, too, which people don't normally expect from a Bible project.

"I always love bringing humor to something. But the best thing to do is, whether it's comedy or drama, tell the truth. When you tell the truth, when it feels real, it doesn't feel like you're trying to manipulate the audience, the humor comes through even stronger."