In Merry Measure
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The premise
It follows Darcy as she returns home to spend Christmas with her sister and niece and unexpectedly finds herself coaching the high school choir with her onetime rival, Adam.
How unusual is it?
Middle of the road, with a twist — an enemies-to-lovers arc and a second-chance romance keep it from being totally by-the-book.
Who’s in it
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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 recurring performance of the fictional pop song 'Sugar Rush' with lyrics like 'Lips like licorice'.
- The family tradition of 'Tuna-Nuna' (tuna noodle) casserole.
- The intense, almost professional-level stakes of a high school caroling competition in Dayton, Ohio.
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 35 to find more movies that do the same thing.
Setting2
Time & season3
Premise1
Characters9
Romance7
Tone & quirks6
How it all plays out
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Full story (spoilers)
The film opens with Darcy performing her aging hit 'Sugar Rush' at a modest Christmas event, revealing that her music career is struggling without an agent or a new record deal. She decides to return to Dayton, Ohio, to visit her sister Gretchen and niece Megan. Upon arrival, she learns that Megan is auditioning for the Herald Angels, the local high school's prestigious caroling group. The group is led by Adam Macdowell, Darcy's former high school rival who once lost solos to her but has since led the Angels to six consecutive wins. During auditions, Adam abruptly cuts Megan off, citing high standards and a lack of confidence, which infuriates Darcy. Invoking an obscure school rule, Darcy starts her own caroling group composed of the students Adam rejected, leading to a sanctioned 'sing-off' to determine which group will represent the school at the county competition. As Darcy coaches her group, she discovers Megan has a powerful voice but suffers from stage fright. Meanwhile, the tension between Darcy and Adam softens as they spend time together, eventually going on a date to a British pub where they bond over their shared insecurities and past rivalry. The students, noticing the chemistry between their coaches, suggest that the two groups merge to create a 'super-group.' Darcy and Adam agree to co-coach, blending the Angels' technical precision with Darcy's pop-infused energy. Just before the final competition, Darcy receives a life-changing call from Cypress Records in New York, offering her a deal if she can audition for the CEO immediately. She flies to New York on the day of the concert but realizes that her heart is no longer solely in fame, but with her family and Adam. She performs for the label, insists on her own terms, and rushes back to Dayton just in time to join the group on stage. The merged Herald Angels win the competition, and Darcy announces she is moving back to Dayton permanently while continuing her recording career, finally finding a balance between her professional dreams and her personal happiness.
Beat by beat
Opening
Darcy performs her old hit 'Sugar Rush' and realizes her career is stalling after being rejected by multiple record labels.
Inciting Incident
Adam Macdowell, Darcy's old rival, rejects her niece Megan from the Herald Angels choir, prompting Darcy to start a rival group.
Midpoint
Darcy and Adam go on a date and realize their high school rivalry was fueled by mutual insecurity and admiration.
Turning Point
The two caroling groups decide to merge into one 'super-group' with Darcy and Adam as co-coaches.
Climax
Darcy is offered a record deal in New York but must choose between the signing and her niece's competition.
Resolution
Darcy returns to Dayton for the performance, the group wins, and she decides to move back home permanently.
35 tropes in one movie
We counted 35 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.
Higher-rated than 46% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.
Where this one fits
The corners of the catalog In Merry Measure belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.
- Best Hallmark Christmas MoviesIt is, of course, a Christmas movie.
- Hallmark Enemies-to-Lovers MoviesStarts with sparks of the wrong kind.
- Hallmark Second-Chance Romance MoviesA rekindled romance.
- Hallmark Baking & Cooking MoviesPlenty of time in the kitchen.
- Hallmark Single Parent MoviesA single parent finds love again.
- Hallmark Small Town MoviesA classic small-town setting.
Lines worth quoting
The lines that stuck with us — the ones you’ll be repeating after the credits roll.
“Sugar rush, sugar rush... With every kiss... Lips like licorice.”
— DarcyThe lyrics to Darcy's one major pop hit. “Rivalry implies that I had competition.”
— DarcyDarcy teasing Adam about their high school days. “Sometimes, to keep the defense honest, your offense has to run the option.”
— Rick (Coach)Using football metaphors to describe trying new things at Christmas. “A gingerbread person... makes a gingerbread house a gingerbread home.”
— GretchenExplaining the family tradition of making gingerbread houses.
Meet the characters
Who’s who before you press play. Nothing here gives the ending away.
Darcy
LeadPop Star
AmbitiousTalentedProtectiveInsecureAdam Macdowell
Love interestMusic Teacher
Former high school rival and romantic interest
DisciplinedCompetitiveDorkyEncouragingMegan
SupportingStudent
Niece
ShySensitiveMusicalGretchen
SupportingLawyer
Sister
GroundedSupportiveMediator
Questions people ask about In Merry Measure
Where can I watch In Merry Measure?
In Merry Measure is available via fuboTV, YouTube TV, and Philo. Streaming options change often, so check current availability before settling in.
How long is In Merry Measure?
In Merry Measure runs about 1 hour and 24 minutes, and was released in 2022.
Is In Merry Measure a Christmas movie?
Yes. In Merry Measure is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.
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