Ben Stiller is back in his first leading role in seven years with Hulu's new holiday film Nutcrackers, but his onscreen absence isn't for a lack of trying on Hollywood's part.

A new Christmas movie starring Ben Stiller is going viral with recent reviews, and it was filmed right here in Ohio. Many have taken to social media to talk about the new movie, saying it's the "best new Christmas movie of the year."

Ben Stiller tells USA TODAY’s Marco della Cava what it was like working with kids and animals on his new Hulu movie “Nutcrackers.”

"Every day in the house was another surprise," the Hollywood star said about filming his new film, "Nutcrackers."

Ben Stiller’s Nutcrackers released last week, and naturally, fans are curious to know more about various aspects of the film. It revolves around Micheal Maxwell aka Mike, who travels to Ohio after learning about the death of his sister and husband.

Ben Stiller's brand-new Christmas movie, Nutcrackers, is a great reminder that he's a brilliant actor, so why hasn't he had a leading role in 7 years?