‘The Family Stone’ Deleted Scenes Reveal Amy Isn’t Actually Evil

Since its 2005 debut, the funny yet heartbreaking The Family Stone earned a place among modern holiday classics thanks in large part to its stacked cast featuring Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Dermot Mulroney, and Claire Danes, just to name a few. With a sequel now in development, the film’s impressive lineup only becomes more noteworthy, as it helped cement the original as a must-watch Christmas staple. But despite its standout cast, the film has always sparked a divided response.

The tale of Everett (Mulroney) bringing home his fiancée, Meredith (Parker), to a less-than-thrilled family has become a seasonal staple for many. Some viewers connected with its portrayal of messy, chaotic, emotionally charged holiday gatherings, seeing their own families reflected on screen. Others, however, found the Stones insufferable, viewing them as self-righteous jerks perched atop their own pedestal — well, except for Ben (Luke Wilson).