Trolls Holiday

The special follows Poppy, the ever-optimistic Troll queen, who discovers that the Bergens have no holidays left on their calendar. Concerned, she teams up with Branch and other Troll friends to introduce the Bergens to the joy of celebrating, turning their gloomy outlook upside down. The story blends humor and music, emphasizing themes of friendship and understanding.

Director Joel Crawford, who later worked on other DreamWorks projects, helmed this short film that expands on the Trolls universe. The returning cast includes Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake, maintaining the musical spirit central to the franchise. The inclusion of notable voices such as Zooey Deschanel and James Corden adds further charm.

Trolls Holiday was produced by NBC and DreamWorks Animation, linking it to the original 2016 Trolls feature film and its subsequent franchise. Its status as a holiday special makes it a seasonal collectible for fans of the series. For collectors, the DVD release is the primary physical format, preserving the short film for repeated viewing.

Collectors interested in animated holiday specials will find Trolls Holiday notable for its connection to a popular franchise and its musical elements. It complements other entries in the Trolls Holiday Collection and offers insight into DreamWorks Animation's approach to expanding their properties through themed shorts.