Spirited / Apple TV+

Spirited (2022) is a modern, musical retelling of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, directed by Sean Anders. The film flips the classic tale by focusing on the Ghost of Christmas Present (played by Will Ferrell), who is nearing retirement after centuries of redeeming souls. He decides to take on Clint Briggs (Ryan Reynolds), a selfish and seemingly "unredeemable" media consultant, in hopes of creating a ripple effect of positive change. Through humor, heartfelt moments, and original songs, the story explores themes of redemption, self-reflection, and second chances, blending comedy with emotional depth.