Every Christmas Has a Story

Name: Every Christmas Has a Story
Genre: Christmas, Small Town, Second Chance Romance, Santa Appears, Former Exes
Released: 2016-01-01
Duration: 1 h 22 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Lori Loughlin, Colin Ferguson, Willie Aames, Catherine Lough Haggquist, Bruce Harwood

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The premise

While on air, a TV personality accidentally admits she hates Christmas. When she goes to a small town to film a special to repair her image, the Christmas spirit begins to change her life.

How unusual is it?

Middle of the road, with a twist — Santa himself and a second-chance romance keep it from being totally by-the-book.

Who’s in it

Our Girl

Lori Loughlin

as Kate Harper

Our Guy

Colin Ferguson

as Jack Brewster

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Directed by

Ron Oliver

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33 tropes in one movie

We counted 33 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.

Among the lower-rated Hallmark movies — the median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

The corners of the catalog Every Christmas Has a Story belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.

BINGOSomeone gets flustered during small talkA heart-to-heart on a porch or benchA charming local cafe or dinerA warm hug that lingersA musical number or live performanceSet in winterThe two leads are forced to work togetherA slow-burn romanceA big event everyone is preparing forThe lead returns to their hometownA long-distance relationshipAn ex shows up to complicate things★A family reconcilesA pep talk that changes everythingA nervous voicemail goes unsentA change of heart by the final actA second chance worth takingA case of mistaken identityA misunderstanding nearly ruins everythingA classic Hallmark meet-cuteSomeone apologises and means itA workaholic learns to slow downA shared errand turns into bondingOld flames reunite

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Meet the characters

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

Kate Harper
Lead
TV personality
cynicaldrivenwarming
Jack Brewster
Love interest
Small-town man
Love interest
warmgroundedkind
Lauren Foster
Supporting
Colleague
Person from Kate's work
supportive
Vernon Hollis
Supporting
Townsperson
Local figure
warm
Mia Walker
Supporting
Townsperson
Local figure
friendly
Sheriff Brody Omar
Supporting
Sheriff
Local authority
dependable

Questions people ask about Every Christmas Has a Story

Where can I watch Every Christmas Has a Story?

Every Christmas Has a Story is available via fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ Amazon Channel. Streaming options change often, so check current availability before settling in.

How long is Every Christmas Has a Story?

Every Christmas Has a Story runs about 1 hour and 22 minutes, and was released in 2016.

Is Every Christmas Has a Story a Christmas movie?

Yes. Every Christmas Has a Story is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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