One Christmas Eve

Name: One Christmas Eve
Genre: Christmas, Suburb, Pet, Cute Kid, Complete Strangers
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 1 h 26 min
Rating: 6
Cast: Anne Heche, Kevin Daniels, Carlos Gómez, Griffin Kane, Ali Skovbye

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The premise

A series of mishaps threaten a recently divorced mom's attempts to make her two kids' first Christmas without dad perfect.

How unusual is it?

Honestly? Not very — and that's the charm. It plays the hits, which is exactly the point for a cozy night in.

Who’s in it

Our Girl

Anne Heche

as Nell Blakemore

Our Guy

Kevin Daniels

as Reggie

Alongside them

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Behind the camera

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Directed by

Jay Russell

Written by

Holly Goldberg Sloan

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 22 to find more movies that do the same thing.

22 tropes in one movie

We counted 22 distinct Hallmark tropes packed into this one — a genuine greatest-hits reel.

The backstory

Music by William Ross.

How it stacks up

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

Higher-rated than 15% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

The corners of the catalog One Christmas Eve belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.

BINGOA meaningful look held a beat too longThe love interest is a studentA misunderstanding nearly ruins everythingA walk-and-talk through townA first impression that turns out completely wrongA shared meal around a crowded tableA cute dog or catThe leads start out at oddsA classic Hallmark meet-cuteAn old keepsake or photograph turns upSomeone gets flustered during small talkPlans get derailed by the weather★Set in the suburbsA big event everyone is preparing forA toast at a celebrationTwo characters fake being a coupleA cup of cocoa, coffee or ciderSomeone’s guard finally comes downA happy endingA scene-stealing cute kidA change of heart by the final actA charming local cafe or dinerA heart-to-heart on a porch or benchA musical number or live performance

Hallmark Bingo

Your One Christmas Eve card is dealt.

Twenty-four squares pulled from this movie’s own quirks — the cosy classics, a few only-in-this-one curveballs, and a couple of decoys. Mark them as you watch.

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Meet the characters

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

Nell Blakemore
Lead
Recently divorced mom
devoteddeterminedwarm
Reggie
Love interest
Man who helps Nell
Love interest
kindsupportivegrounded
Alden Blakemore
Supporting
Nell's child
Nell's son
sweet
Emma Blakemore
Supporting
Nell's child
Nell's daughter
sweet
Cesar
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person who helps along the way
friendly
Dr. Chen
Supporting
Doctor
Professional in the story
professional

Questions people ask about One Christmas Eve

Where can I watch One Christmas Eve?

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

How long is One Christmas Eve?

One Christmas Eve runs about 1 hour and 26 minutes, and was released in 2014.

Is One Christmas Eve a Christmas movie?

Yes. One Christmas Eve is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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