Carpenter expressed her excitement, saying, “The holidays have always been so special to me. I am excited to bring my take to a classic holiday variety show, infusing my love of music and comedy to make something that is uniquely me.”
The special will showcase performances from Carpenter's 2023 holiday EP Fruitcake and feature covers of iconic songs. It will also include guest appearances, comedy skits, and surprising cameos.
Executive producer Michael D. Ratner highlighted Carpenter’s unique vision, stating that her goal to "subvert the classic holiday special" was clear from the beginning.
This holiday project follows a remarkable year for the 25-year-old pop star. She achieved her first No. 1 album with Short ‘N Sweet and topped charts with her hit single “Please Please Please.” Her latest release, “Taste,” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and currently sits at No. 6. Additionally, Carpenter captivated audiences at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, where she performed her summer hits “Please Please Please,” “Taste,” and “Espresso.” Her performance featured a dramatic swing entrance and a lunar-themed set with dancers dressed as an alien and an astronaut. She also took home the award for Song of the Year for “Espresso.”
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter was produced by OBB Pictures and At Last Productions, with a team of executive producers including Carpenter herself. The special will premiere exclusively on Netflix on December 6 at 9 p.m. Eastern Time.