---
title: "Nativity!"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/nativity-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 49522
imdb_id: "tt1242447"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 236
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Nativity! (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/nativity-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Nativity!" (2009).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Source [1]: Title: Nativity! (2009). Release date: 11/27/2009 (GB). Genre: Comedy and Family. Runtime: 1h 46m. Synopsis: Paul, charged with directing his school's Nativity play, falsely boasts that his ex-girlfriend plans to turn the production into a film.
Source [2]: Director: Debbie Isitt. Cast: Martin Freeman, Marc Wootton, Jason Watkins, Ashley Jensen.
Source [3]: General info about Nativity of Jesus (irrelevant to the film specifics).
Source [4]: Amazon link (irrelevant).
Title: Nativity!
Year: 2009
Director: Debbie Isitt
Cast: Martin Freeman, Marc Wootton, Jason Watkins, Ashley Jensen
Genre: Comedy and Family
Runtime: 1h 46m
Release Date (GB):

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Disney Plus, Sky Go, Netflix Kids, Now TV Cinema, Netflix Standard with Ads | BBC iPlayer | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Debbie Isitt
- **Networks / Studios**: BBC Film, Screen West Midlands, Mirrorball Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Martin Freeman** as *Paul Maddens*
- **Ashley Jensen** as *Jennifer Lore*
- **Marc Wootton** as *Mr. Poppy*
- **Pam Ferris** as *Mrs. Bevan*
- **Jason Watkins** as *Gordon Shakespeare*
- **Ricky Tomlinson** as *Mayor*
- **Alan Carr** as *The Critic*
- **John Sessions** as *Mr. Lore*
- **Phyllis Logan** as *Mrs. Lore*
- **Geoffrey Hutchings** as *Father Tom*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Nativity! online?
Nativity! is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Disney Plus, Sky Go, Netflix Kids. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Nativity! worth watching?
Nativity! holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 236 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Nativity! and when was it released?
Nativity! is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Nativity!?
Nativity! was directed by Debbie Isitt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Nativity! — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/49522)
- [Nativity! (2009) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1242447/)
- [Nativity of Jesus - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nativity_of_Jesus)
- [Amazon.com: Nativity Sets & Figures - Nativity Sets & Figures ...](https://www.amazon.com/Nativity-Sets-Figures/b?node=702628011)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*