Holiday Twist is a 2023 American Christmas comedy film written and directed by Stephanie Garvin and produced by Scott M. Rosenfelt, a veteran executive producer of Home Alone (1990). The film follows a high-powered, workaholic executive whose carefully built life comes undone just before Christmas, setting off a string of chance encounters — including one with a Salvation Army Santa — that lead her toward redemption.
Garvin directed the film from her own screenplay, which opened in more than 500 theaters nationwide on December 1, 2023, through ETM Distribution.
Quick Facts
| Title | Holiday Twist |
| Composer | Steve Dorff |
| Director / Writer | Stephanie Garvin |
| Producer | Scott M. Rosenfelt |
| Music Supervisor | David Helfant |
| Genre | Christmas Comedy |
| Cast | Kelly Stables, Neal McDonough, Sean Astin, James Maslow, Caylee Cowan, Jake Miller |
| Release Date | December 1, 2023 (theatrical, ETM Distribution) |
| Soundtrack Release | November 24, 2023 (digital) |
Who Composed the Holiday Twist Soundtrack?
Steve Dorff, a 2018 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee known for scoring Growing Pains, Murphy Brown, Major Dad, and Blast from the Past, composed the film’s original instrumental score. Music supervision was handled by David Helfant, an entertainment attorney and music supervisor whose credits include The Road Within and Mr. Right.
The soundtrack also features two original songs. The title track, “Holiday Twist,” was written by Michael Jay (born Michael Jay Margules, an award-winning songwriter and producer with a Billboard #1 hit to his credit) and performed by SQVARE. The featured song “I Got You” was co-written by Michael Jay and Emmy-winning scoring mixer Alan De Moss, and performed by Jake Miller, who also appears in the film. “I Got You” went on to win Best Original Song – Independent Film at the 2023 Hollywood Music in Media Awards.
Holiday Twist Soundtrack List
All songs are from the album Holiday Twist (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), released digitally on November 24, 2023. Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
- I Got You – Jake Miller (3:19)
- Holiday Twist – SQVARE (2:43)
- Christmas Everywhere – Caroline Romano (3:19)
- I’m Not Alone Tonight – Caroline Romano (3:05)
- Wanna Be Your Friend – Koda (4:05)
- Sugar Plum Fantasy – Peter David Bateman (2:32)
- I Think I Hear a Harp – Steve Dorff (2:20)
- Frenemies – Steve Dorff (1:22)
- Buffoonery – Steve Dorff (1:36)
- Connie’s Breakdown – Steve Dorff (3:28)
- Half the Battle – Steve Dorff (2:59)
- I Wanna Stay – Steve Dorff (2:15)
- Stolen Joy – Steve Dorff (3:42)
- Voicemail Call – Steve Dorff (1:23)
- Reggae O Holy Night – Steve Dorff (1:26)
The full Holiday Twist soundtrack has been available since November 24, 2023. Listen to the songs from the film on Spotify and Apple Music.
Related reading: Movie Soundtracks and Streaming Soundtracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Holiday Twist score?
Steve Dorff, a 2018 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, composed the film’s original instrumental score.
Who wrote and performed the Holiday Twist title song?
Michael Jay wrote the title track “Holiday Twist,” which is performed by the group SQVARE.
Who sings “I Got You” in Holiday Twist?
“I Got You” is performed by Jake Miller, who also has an on-screen role in the film. The song was co-written by Michael Jay and Alan De Moss, and it won Best Original Song – Independent Film at the 2023 Hollywood Music in Media Awards.
Who directed and produced Holiday Twist?
Stephanie Garvin wrote and directed the film. It was produced by Scott M. Rosenfelt, an executive producer on Home Alone (1990).
Where can I listen to the Holiday Twist soundtrack?
The Holiday Twist soundtrack has been available since November 24, 2023, on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.