Spoiler alert: The following article contains spoilers from Hot Frosty.
Like many other Netflix holiday movies that came before it,Hot Frostybegins with heartbreak and ends with joy. The 2024 Christmas fantasy romantic-comedy film, directed by Jerry Ciccoritti and written by Russell Hainline,follows the burgeoning relationship between a woman who has experienced a devastating tragedy and a man who is not quite a man.WhenLacey Chabert’s character, Kathy, is given a (unbeknownst to her) magical scarf, she wraps it around one of the snowmen, Jack, in her hometown’s snowman-building contest. That night, he comes to life and completely changes Kathy’s world.
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Jack quickly picks up the ways of being a human as the people of Hope Springs warmly welcome him. Despite being naive, Jack is a fast learner and has a kind heart. It’s only a matter of time beforeKathy falls in love with Jack, and he falls in love with her.The only problem is that Jack is technically still a snowman and has to be kept in the cold to ensure he doesn’t melt. Jack’s time with Kathy is seemingly limited, so, they try to make the most of it. However,Hot Frostyis aNetflix Christmas movie, and they always have happy endings.
How Jack Turns Into A Human During Hot Frosty’s Ending
Kathy’s Kiss Brings Jack To Life
After Sheriff Hunter arrests Jack for being the one who streaked in the square, broke Mel and Theo’s store window (by accident), and stole clothes from them,he starts to melt in his jail cell at the end ofHot Frosty.Since Jack doesn’t have fingerprints or an ID, Hunter thinks he’s a spy. He also believes that Jack’s excessive sweating is because he knows he’s guilty. However, being inside for so long essentially makes Jack melt. Even when the townsfolk convince Hunter to let him go and bring him out into the cold, it’s seemingly too late. Until Kathy kisses him.
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While Jack lies in the snow, Kathy begs him to wake up, to no avail. Dottie gently pulls Kathy away from him, but before she leaves, Lacey Chabert’s character kisses Jack and takes his scarf to remember him by. Like in so many otherso-bad-they’re-good Netflix fantasy movies,Kathy’s kiss saves Jack and turns him into a human permanently.Now, Kathy and Jack can be together without worrying about him melting. Due to Kathy’s kiss, Jack can finally go on that vacation he was dreaming about earlier inHot Frosty.
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The Couple Can Finally Be Together (Without Jack Melting)
After Kathy’s magical kiss, she and Jack can live happily ever after at the end ofHot Frosty. Nothing will get in their way, especially not the fact that one of them is a snowman as Jack is now human. Andthe beginning of Kathy and Jack’s happy ending includes a trip to Hawai’i(after Christmas, of course).
It’s unclear what comes next for [Kathy and Jack] after they return from their vacation. But perhaps a [Hot Frosty] sequel featuring the return of Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan can answer that question.
The two (finally) fix the heat in Kathy’s house, pack their bags, and leave for Hawai’i. It’s unclear what comes next for the couple after they return from their vacation. But perhaps a sequel featuring the return of Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan can answer that question.
Why The Citizens Of Hope Springs Come Together To Save Jack
The Whole Town Convinces Sheriff Hunter To Set Jack Free
Jack’s revival (and transformation into a human) wouldn’t be possible without the townsfolk who rally behind himduringHot Frosty’s ending. The entire population of Hope Springs (which is perhaps the most Netflix Christmas movie city name to ever exist) gathers at the police station, calling for Jack’s release. They even pass around a hat to donate money for Jack’s bail. Touched by the gesture, Sheriff Hunter gives the people their money back and frees Jack from his cell.
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Over the course ofthe 2024 Christmas movie, Jack is helping people. He cooks for Kathy, repairs broken things in her house, installs a new window into Mel and Theo’s store, and helps out the local school with preparing for their dance. As a result, the citizens of Hope Springs easily warm up to Jack and grow to love him.Jack consistently helps the whole town inHot Frosty,and, in return, the characters give him their full support when Hunter arrests him.
Why Kathy Is Hesitant To Fall In Love With Jack
Kathy Is Still Grieving
As mentioned above,Hot Frosty’s beginning is somewhat sad as the audience learns thatKathy is a widow.Her husband died two years prior to the events ofthe Netflix rom-comas he had cancer. Kathy mentions to Jack that he died quickly, which she is grateful for because he didn’t suffer too much. Still, the heartbreak is all the same, and that is why Kathy is hesitant to open up to Jack inHot Frosty. Lacey Chabert explained Kathy’s emotions inHot Frostywhile speaking withNetflix by Tudum. She said:
“Kathy is dealing with overcoming grief and that she really needs to find the fun in life again. Jack really brings that to life for her.”
Kathy has already suffered a devastating loss, and knowing that Jack’s time on Earth is limited stops her from taking a leap. However, it’s hard not to fall in love with Jack, which Kathy learns the hard way. She tries to give in to her feelings at the dance, but that is when Jack becomes the hesitant one. He doesn’t want to be selfish because he believes he will someday melt. Thankfully,Kathy’s kiss turns Jack human, though, meaning they can be together without the pressing fear of losing one another.
The Real Meaning Of Hot Frosty’s Ending
The Magic Of Christmas Is A Major Theme In The Netflix Movie
As if anyone had a doubt,the real meaning ofHot Frosty’s ending circles back to the magic of Christmas.The Netflix holiday movie’s entire premise relies on magic as it’s what brings Jack to life in the first place. Then, at the film’s conclusion, it’s magic that turns Jack into a human, allowing him and Kathy to have a happy ending and a second chance at life and love.
IfHot Frostyperforms well on Netflix, maybe the streaming service will order a sequel that can dive deeper into the mythology behind the tale.
It wouldn’t have felt right ifHot Frostyended with Jack melting and Kathy being forced to grieve another person she loved. Thankfully, that isn’t the case, as magic saves the day in the Christmas fantasy rom-com. IfHot Frostyperforms well on Netflix, maybe the streaming service will order a sequel that can dive deeper into the mythology behind the tale.
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Hot Frosty is a heartwarming holiday film where a young widow’s magic scarf brings a charming snowman to life. Together, they embark on a journey filled with romance and laughter, as she rediscovers joy and holiday spirit with his help before he melts away.
