Mary Steenburgen Stars in New Dog's Perfect Christmas

Actress Mary Steenburgen is lending her voice to a new audiobook edition of W. Bruce Cameron's "A Dog's Perfect Christmas." This heartwarming holiday novel follows the fractured Goss family, whose holiday season is threatened by an emergency, until the unexpected arrival of a lost puppy offers a chance for healing and renewed bonds. The audiobook release precedes the film adaptation hitting Netflix on November 4, 2026.

In addition to narrating the audiobook, Steenburgen will also be featured in the upcoming Netflix film, sharing the screen with stars like Milo Ventimiglia and Dennis Quaid. A new children's picture book, illustrated by Jaclyn Sinquett, is also debuting this month, introducing young readers to the holiday spirit through a puppy's perspective. Author W. Bruce Cameron and his wife, Cathryn Michon, co-wrote the film, with Michon also directing. The audiobook edition of "A Dog's Perfect Christmas" is set for release on October 6, 2026. The children's audio edition and hardcover picture book will both be available on September 29, 2026, building anticipation for the film's debut.