Full trailer arrives for upcoming Man vs Baby starring Rowan Atkinson

A new kind of festive disaster

Set over the Christmas holidays, Man vs Baby sees Trevor take on a new caretaking job at a luxury London penthouse. His plan is to enjoy a peaceful festive season surrounded by tinsel and twinkling lights — until he unexpectedly finds himself looking after a baby left behind from a school nativity play. What follows is a comedy of errors filled with high-end mishaps, festive décor gone wrong, and plenty of Rowan Atkinson’s signature slapstick mayhem.

The trailer teases plenty of laugh-out-loud moments — from malfunctioning baby monitors to exploding Christmas ornaments — all wrapped up in glimmering holiday charm. It’s classic Atkinson: expressive, physical comedy that relies more on awkward timing and escalating disaster than dialogue.

A Christmas comedy with heart

While Man vs Bee was pure chaos in a mansion, Man vs Baby brings a softer, more Christmassy warmth. Snowflakes fall outside, fairy lights twinkle in every corner, and there’s a hint of redemption in Trevor’s attempt to prove he’s not as hopeless as he looks. The mix of festive cheer and baby-related mayhem makes it feel like a modern twist on the kind of cozy, lighthearted Christmas films that become instant seasonal favourites.

What to expect

• A sparkling London setting full of Christmas lights and luxury décor.
• A storyline that combines nativity mishaps, house-sitting disasters, and plenty of heart.
• Rowan Atkinson at his best — physical, expressive, and completely in over his head.
• Short, bingeable episodes perfect for a festive evening in.

When and where to watch

Man vs Baby arrives on Netflix on 11 December 2025, right in time for a family laugh before Christmas.

With its mix of festive spirit, family chaos, and Atkinson’s legendary comic timing, Man vs Baby looks set to become a must-watch for anyone who loves their Christmas viewing with a side of slapstick and sparkle.