We are just a couple of weeks away from the most wonderful day of the year. A time for indulging in delicious foods, spending quality time with loved ones, exchanging gifts, oh, and for putting on your family's go-to Christmas movie.

Whether it's a classic film you're after, a guilty pleasure kids movie, or a romantic comedy, there really is a festive movie for everyone.

And one of the most beloved Christmas movies out there is Richard Curtis' 2003 rom-com Love Actually.

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The beautifully made flick is perfect for the holiday season. It's just all kinds of heartwarming and one you can watch with all the family - and it really does star a plethora of famous faces.

From the late Alan Rickman making Emma Thompson (and the rest of us) cry with his infidelity, to Hugh Grant making us all laugh as he dances around Number 10 to 'Jump' - there really is something for everyone.

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In fact, the movie includes nine intertwined stories about complicated relationships and the pursuit of love - and two of the most heart-wrenching are that of Kiera Knightley and then child-star Thomas Brodie-Sangster.

Feast your eyes on the most adorable moment in Love Actually:

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In the film, Knightley plays Juliet, who is unknowingly involved in a love triangle with her husband Peter, and Peter's best friend, Mark (played by Andrew Lincoln).

And, without a doubt, the cutest love story in the movie is that of schoolboy Brodie-Sangster - who plays Sam in the festive flick, who has fallen in love with American classmate Joanna (Olivia Olson).

However, no matter how popular the movie has remained, people on social media still cannot get over the real-life age difference between actors Knightley and Brodie-Sangster.

[[imagecaption|| Thomas Sangster at the UK premiere of Love Actually. Credit: PA Images]]

At the time of filming, Brodie-Sangster was just 13 years old and looked remarkably fresh-faced. Meanwhile, Knightley - who played an actual married woman in the movie, was only 18.

This, of course, means that there was just a five-year age gap between the two actors - despite appearing to be an entire generation apart in the movie.

In any case, every Christmas, this revelation is enough to make people flock to Twitter and share their dismay.

Replying to another tweet about Brodie-Sangster, one Twitter-user wrote: "I can't get over the fact that he was only 5 years younger then Keira Knightley in Love Actually. He def didn't look 13... Just..."

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And in response to another tweet about Brodie-Sangster's timeless appearance, one person typed: "Mad when you think that Kiera Knightley was only 5 and half years old than him in Love Actually..."

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And the tweets just continue to roll in...

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One user posted a meme that read, "Okay, was anybody going to tell me that there is a 5 year age gap between Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Keira Knightly [sic] / or was I just supposed to find that out on Twitter myself?"

"He looks 5 and she looks 25," added another.

It's that time of year again when we all cozy up and get stuck in with some classic Christmas movies! And just like clockwork, one movie, in particular, is shocking fans all over again...

Love Actually is a bona fide festive staple, with fans indulging in countless watches despite it being nearly 20 years old!

Beloved British actress Keira Knightley made an unforgettable appearance in the 2003 romcom, and once again, everyone is bewildered by how old she was when shooting the cherished title.

Despite portraying the sophisticated newlywed, Juliet – whom many of us would assume to be in her mid-twenties – Keira was just 18 years old when Love Actually came out in movie theaters, and 17 during filming.

In recent years, the Pirates of the Caribbean star has reminisced over the uplifting movie and spoken about how young he was on set, she even revealed in an interview that her teenaged skin affected her character's wardrobe!

Check out the interview clip below:

When speaking to BBC film critic Ali Plumb, she got candid about a certain infamous hat she wore during her character's climactic scene. Plumb asked the star if she had any fashion regrets, quizzing her on the 2000s headgear, to which she replied: "Do you want to know why the hat was there?

"I had a massive spot in the middle of my forehead," the award-winning actress admitted.

"This is the problem with being 17 and being in films," Keira explained, "I mean it was humungous!”

She charmingly continued: "There was no choice but we had to find a hat to cover it because there was no lighting, there was no make-up that was going to cover it."

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Naturally, fans in the comments section couldn't quite get over the revelation.

One commenter wrote: "Woah woah woah... wait... SHE WAS 17 IN THAT FILM???!"

A second added: "She was only 17???? She did so many things before that!"

"17!!! She wasn't even able to get married in real life then lool how jarring it must have been to be getting married in that scene," a third added.

In the movie, Juliet marries Peter (Chiwetel Ejiofor) but his best man Mark (Andrew Lincoln) is desperately in love with her – they don't make them like this anymore!

Chiwetel was 26 at the time, meaning there was an eight-year gap between the on-screen newlyweds. Furthermore, Andrew was 30 upon its release, which adds a whole new layer when watching that famous 'cards on the doorstep' scene!

Another character that highlights the bizarre age gaps within the world of Love Actually is Sam, the adorable little boy who played Liam Neeson's son.

We all remember Thomas Brodie Sangster playing the young hopeless romantic as he set out to impress his first major crush by getting involved with his school's Christmas pageant.

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Well – and brace yourself for this one – Thomas was 13 years old when he played Sam, meaning he was mindbogglingly just five years younger than Keira!

As you can imagine, fans haven't been able to wrap their heads around how the little boy playing drums in the school play, and the bride with multiple admirers, were played by two actors so similar in age!

A viral Twitter post seems to do the rounds every year as the holidays inch closer, which makes everyone find comfort in the unanimous astonishment.

It reads: "Yearly reminder that there is only a five year age gap between Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Keira Knightley in Love Actually."

One to think about during your annual watch of this holiday go-to!

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Love Actually is a movie that is commonly associated with Christmas so it seems a little bizarre to be writing about it in February. But while the delights of the highs of Christmas may seem like a world away now, there is a reason as to why you're reading about everyone's favourite festive film. It's been 15 years since Love Actually graced our screen and while the country still waits for Hugh Grant to run as Prime Minister, small details have continued to trickle through about the beloved movie. Such is the appeal that Love Actually has, one fact has just resurfaced online and sent fans into a fluster. The fact is to do with two of the main cast members of the film: Keira Knightley, who played Juliet and Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who played Sam, the stepson of Daniel (Liam Neeson) and has gone on to be in Game of Thrones. For those who remember the 2003 movie, Juliet was a mature, grown-up bride who was part of one of the most iconic and goosebump-worthy scenes to have ever hit the screen. You know the one I'm talking about - the 'to me, you are perfect' sign scene. [[youtubewidget||https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KtVKu9CfDA]] Then there is Sam; a kid who looks about 10 years old and is fawning over a girl in his class who is going to fly back to America. In order to try and win her heart, he learns how to play the drums so that he can perform at the school Christmas concert. Given the nature of the two characters, you would expect that there was a pretty big age range between to two actors that played them. I mean, when you look at it, one of them is dealing with the rigmarole that comes with navigating your first crush, while the other is settled down, married and somehow has enough money to live in a beautiful London house (she must be minted!) while juggling a love-triangle with two men. But while they may seem like an adult and child, there is actually only five years between the actors. Kiera was born 26 March 1985, making her 32 at the time or writing, while Thomas was born 16 May 1990, bringing him to 27 years of age. It all came to light after Twitter user @reyespidey tweeted photos of the two actors, which has now been retweeted over 30,000 times by other confused, shocked and bamboozled fans of the film. [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/reyespidey/status/962085243468550145?]] I mean, while Keira looks a lot older than 18 years old, Thomas literally looks about 5. Unsurprisingly, given the shocking nature of the news, fans on Twitter were left completely shook by the whole ordeal. [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/gabyrawbls/status/962963540515610624?]] [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/ma__ddie/status/962744712938557446]] [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/philsadelphia/status/962911047660302337]] [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/splendaskull/status/962418544838311937]] If there's one thing to take from this, it's that life comes at you fast. One day, you're a 13-year-old who looks half your age, the next you're 18, married to Chiwetel Ejiofor and having to deal with romantic, if not slightly creepy, advances from Andrew Lincoln.

Every holiday season, Love Actually makes its triumphant return to our screens, spreading heartwarming cheer and reminding us that, well, "love actually is all around".Love Actually is a Christmas classic! Credit: Rune Hellestad - Corbis / GettySince its 2003 debut, the Richard Curtis classic has become a beloved Christmas staple, filling us with warm fuzzies and a craving for more of its lovable characters and intertwined stories.But did you know there’s actually a sequel? That’s right — a follow-up to the iconic rom-com exists, and it’s the holiday surprise you didn’t know you needed!Back in 2017, as part of the Red Nose Day charity campaign, several members of the original Love Actually cast reunited for a 15-minute sequel titled Red Nose Day Actually.Not only did it bring us up to speed on some of our favorite characters, but it also raised funds to help alleviate child poverty worldwide - an endeavor in keeping with the spirit of Christmas.Stars like Keira Knightley reprised their roles. Credit: BBC (Screenshot)Despite its brief runtime, Red Nose Day Actually packed plenty of emotional punches and comedic moments, serving as a delightful glimpse into the lives of these characters nearly 15 years after we last saw them.Fans were thrilled to see many of the original cast reprising their roles, including Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Keira Knightley, Andrew Lincoln, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rowan Atkinson, and Bill Nighy. The short film revisited their stories, giving us closure — and a few surprises!One of the standout revelations? Juliet (Keira Knightley) and Peter (Chiwetel Ejiofor) are still happily married! For those of us who worried about that love triangle with Mark (Andrew Lincoln) in the original film, rest assured — Mark moved on and found love elsewhere. Phew!What would a Love Actually sequel be without Hugh Grant busting a move? The beloved actor returned as the charming British Prime Minister, delivering a speech brimming with warmth and optimism. And yes, he even treated us to a new dance scene that fans of the original will adore.Meanwhile, Bill Nighy’s aging rock star Billy Mack offered his signature mix of hilarity and heartfelt reflection, reminding us that love—whether romantic, platonic, or familial—only grows stronger with time.One poignant aspect of Red Nose Day Actually was how it honored the late Alan Rickman, who played Emma Thompson’s husband, Harry, in the original film. Although Emma Thompson did not reprise her role, the sequel delicately addressed Karen’s storyline, showing she had moved on and found happiness.Over on X, fans voiced their surprise, with one person writing: "Ok, how in the WORLD am I just discovering the 16 minute sequel to Love Actually from 2017?!?! Did everyone else know about this but me?!!?"A second added: "Found out today that Love Actually has a sequel called Red Nose Day Actually."If you’re just now discovering Red Nose Day Actually, you’re in for a festive treat. It’s like an early Christmas present, offering fans a chance to catch up with old friends and see how their lives unfolded after the credits rolled.So, grab some hot cocoa, fire up your favorite streaming platform, and prepare for a cozy reunion with the characters you’ve missed.Featured image credit: BBC

For many people, Christmas is all about spending time with the family and spreading the love.

But for Alan Rickman in Love Actually, it's all about bringing the wonderful Emma Thompson to tears after buying the world's ugliest necklace for his secretary.

Fans are once again re-living the painful moment. Credit: Universal Pictures

Yes, it has been more than 20 years since the release of Richard Curtis' Christmas classic, Love Actually.

The popular romantic comedy is a favorite festive watch for many people over the holidays. Featuring an A-list cast, the movie weaves together multiple love stories set in the weeks leading up to Christmas in London.

From the UK prime minister (Hugh Grant) falling for one of his staff (Martine McCutcheon) to a recent widow (Liam Neeson) helping his stepson (Thomas Brodie-Sangster) impress his school crush - there's a lot of love to go around.

Except, not in one household.

Despite being one of the most beloved actors of all time, Alan Rickman sadly plays a helpless fool in this movie - and his actions are still being felt by viewers to this day.

The moment is still too raw for some people. Credit: Universal Pictures

Alongside on-screen wife Emma Thompson, the duo portrays Karen and Harry, a married couple facing their own set of challenges during the Christmas season.

Karen and Harry initially appear to be a loving couple, living a seemingly happy and comfortable life with their children. However, as the film progresses, it becomes evident that cracks are forming in their relationship. Harry, the managing director of a design agency, becomes entangled in an emotional affair with his secretary, Mia, played by Heike Makatsch.

The storyline takes a heartbreaking turn as Karen discovers a beautifully wrapped gift that she assumes is a necklace, only to find out that it's a Joni Mitchell CD. (But after rewatching the movie, I can categorically say that the CD is a much better gift than the ugly necklace).

However, after realizing that Harry had chosen to pursue an affair, viewers see Karen retreat to her bedroom, close the door, and silently break down to the melancholic tunes of Joni Mitchell's 'Both Sides Now'. It's a raw and vulnerable moment that never fails to rile up social media. Relive the heartbreaking moment below:

Seriously, more than 20 years on, and people on X (formerly known as Twitter) are still p*ssed.

"It's been twenty years... and I'm still absolutely furious at Alan Rickman for buying that office tart the necklace and breaking Emma Thompson's heart," one person wrote.

"Emma Thompson is EVERYTHING. I still want to punch Alan Rickman’s character (although I dearly loved Alan Rickman)," a second viewer added.

A third angry viewer tweeted: "I still want to kill Alan Rickman for breaking Emma Thompson's heart though. Big jerk meanie!!!"

A fourth added: "The years may tick by but my outrage at Alan Rickman for buying that office tart a gold necklace and screwing over Emma Thompson never fades..."

"Watching Love Actually and still mad at Alan Rickman for breaking Emma Thompson's heart for that office tart," another wrote.

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So there you have it. No matter how treasured Alan Rickman was and how much we all love his other countless incredible performances... it looks like people still hold a grudge.

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