what movie is we need a little christmas from

"We Need a Little Christmas" is a song from the 1966 musical film "Mame." It's sung by the character Vera Charles, played by Angela Lansbury. The song is about how the character feels like she needs a little Christmas cheer in her life, even though it's not the holiday season yet. The song has since become a popular Christmas standard and has been covered by many artists over the years.