Universal Pictures has greenlit a holiday comedy titled “Naughty,” directed by Olivia Wilde, with Jennifer Aniston and Peter Dinklage attached to star. The studio has set a release date of November 5, 2027.
The film is Wilde’s follow-up to her successful dinner party thriller “The Invite.” According to reports, Dinklage will play Santa Claus, while Aniston will portray a single mother named Mallory whose “trash-bag ex” is Saint Nick himself. Wilde directs from a script that centers on the unconventional family dynamic.
Aniston’s character Mallory is described as a single mom dealing with the complications of her former relationship with the king of Christmas. Dinklage’s role as Santa brings a comedic twist to the holiday genre.
The project marks another high-profile collaboration for Wilde, who recently earned acclaim for “The Invite.” The combination of Aniston and Dinklage, along with Wilde’s direction, has generated early buzz for the 2027 holiday season.
Universal has not yet announced additional casting or plot details. Production timelines remain under wraps, but the November release date positions “Naughty” as a major holiday tentpole. The film is expected to begin filming in the coming years.