Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays

6.2/10 · 1,251 ratings20191h 24mChristmasWeirdness 4/10Bingo card

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The premise

Harper is in Memphis before Christmas, visiting her sister and family after three years working at museums in Europe. Visiting Graceland with her two nieces, Harper meets a single dad of three kids and is offered a job as temporary nanny.

How unusual is it?

A fairly classic Hallmark setup with a quirk or two.

Who’s in it

Behind the camera

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Wait, what?

The quirks and curveballs that make this one a little weirder than your average Hallmark. No spoilers, promise.

  • The film features Priscilla Presley playing herself in a fictional narrative.
  • A high-level international art curator takes a job as a nanny for a week just because she's 'good at winging it'.
  • The movie serves as a near-constant advertisement for the Graceland estate and Elvis Presley's legacy.

Every trope, all in one place

Here’s everything this one has going on, from the setting to the way it wraps up. Tap any of the 34 to find more movies that do the same thing.

How it all plays out

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Full story (spoilers)
The film begins with Harper Ellis returning to Memphis after three years working in European museums. She is staying with her sister Maggie's family while interviewing for a prestigious international curator position at the Brooks Museum, which would require her to live in London. During a visit to Graceland, Harper reunites with her former boss Regina and meets Priscilla Presley. Regina introduces Harper to Owen Read, a successful but overworked widower who is struggling to manage his three children—Adelaide, Millie, and Taylor—after his nanny goes on holiday. Despite her professional background, Harper agrees to serve as their temporary nanny. Owen is a man of strict schedules, using a tablet-based algorithm to manage every hour of his children's lives. Harper, who values spontaneity and emotional connection to art, immediately begins to disrupt this order by introducing 'Yule log' baking and creative craft projects. Meanwhile, Owen is under immense pressure to launch a medical database fundraiser by Christmas Eve. Harper also agrees to help Regina co-curate a special Elvis-themed Christmas exhibit, using her expertise to move the display beyond simple memorabilia into an 'immersive experience.' As Harper and Owen spend more time together, a romantic spark develops. Harper helps Owen's son Taylor with a unique art project about where elves live, and Owen begins to loosen his grip on his rigid schedules. However, a conflict arises when Owen realizes his planned fundraiser is nearly identical to a competitor's event. Harper suggests a bold solution: moving the fundraiser to Graceland and combining it with the exhibit opening. This plan requires intense collaboration, bringing Owen and Harper even closer. On the night of the event, the exhibit is a massive success, and Owen delivers a heartfelt speech that secures a major donation. During the party, the museum director offers Harper the London job but insists she must leave by December 28th. This creates a 'ticking clock' conflict. Owen confesses his feelings but tells Harper he won't stand in the way of her dreams. In the final resolution, Harper realizes that her heart is in Memphis. She turns down the London-based role and instead pitches a version of the job that allows her to stay in Memphis. The film concludes with Harper and Owen celebrating Christmas together, having successfully blended their lives and families.

Beat by beat

  1. Opening

    Harper returns to Memphis and interviews for a curator job that would take her back to London.

  2. Inciting Incident

    Harper meets Owen at Graceland and agrees to be his temporary nanny to help him manage his three kids during the holidays.

  3. Midpoint

    Harper begins breaking Owen's rigid schedules with spontaneous fun, and they start to develop romantic feelings during a tree-shopping trip.

  4. Complication

    Owen's fundraiser plans are ruined by a competitor, leading Harper to suggest moving the event to Graceland.

  5. Climax

    The Graceland fundraiser is a success, but Harper is offered her dream job in London with a requirement to leave in three days.

  6. Resolution

    Harper realizes she wants to stay in Memphis with Owen and the kids, turning down the London move for a local position.

34 tropes in one movie

We counted 34 distinct Hallmark tropes packed into this one — a genuine greatest-hits reel.

How it stacks up

Where this one’s rating lands against every other rated Hallmark movie.

Rating 6.2 vs every rated Hallmark moviemedian 6.4This movie · 6.2567

Higher-rated than 28% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

The corners of the catalog Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.

At GracelandPart of the 3-film At Graceland series.

Lines worth quoting

The lines that stuck with us — the ones you’ll be repeating after the credits roll.

  • “Art should touch us emotionally, you know.”
    — Harper EllisExplaining her philosophy during her museum interview.
  • “I don't date. Family, she takes care of my kids.”
    — Owen ReadAwkwardly introducing Harper at a fancy business party.
  • “There's an ocean of information out there, and we're giving hospitals a map to navigate between the islands.”
    — Owen ReadHis tech pitch that Harper helps him refine.

Meet the characters

Who’s who before you press play. Nothing here gives the ending away.

  • Harper Ellis

    Lead

    Art Curator / Temporary Nanny

    SpontaneousCreativeWorld-travelerEmpathetic
  • Owen Read

    Love interest

    Tech Entrepreneur

    Employer and romantic interest

    OrganizedRigidDevoted FatherStressed
  • Maggie

    Supporting

    Sister

    EncouragingFamily-oriented
  • Priscilla Presley

    Supporting

    Herself

    Former employer/Icon

    GraciousLegendary

Questions people ask about Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays

Where can I watch Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays is available via fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ Amazon Channel. Streaming options change often, so check current availability before settling in.

How long is Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays runs about 1 hour and 24 minutes, and was released in 2019.

Is Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays a Christmas movie?

Yes. Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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