John Lewis launches its Christmas advert two weeks early with an ‘Unexpected Guest’

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy John Lewis has given fans an early Christmas present in the form of an out-of-this-world guest with its 2021 Christmas advert, which hits our screens around a fortnight earlier than usual. open image in gallery Jordan A. Nash, who plays Nathan in John Lewis’ 2021 Christmas advert The ad sees the pair take those first shy steps towards friendship, and the bond that comes with sharing and embracing one another’s cultures. open image in gallery Every product featured in the John Lewis 2021 Christmas advert will be available to buy at the retailer The song is a cover of “Together in Electric Dreams”, first released by Philip Oakey and Giorgio Mororder in 1984. open image in gallery Raffiella Chapman, who plays Skye in John Lewis’ 2021 Christmas advert Fans of the advert can buy a version of Nathan’s Christmas jumper, which he gifts to Skye before she leaves.