Scouting for Christmas

Name: Scouting for Christmas
Genre: Christmas, Small Town, Cute Kid, Brief Acquaintances
Released: 2024-01-01
Duration: 1 h 24 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Tamera Mowry-Housley, Carlo Marks, Audrey Wise Alvarez, James Paladino, Jacqueline Ann Steuart

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The premise

Still writing this one up

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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

Tamera Mowry-Housley

as Angela

Our Guy

Carlo Marks

as William

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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 29 to find more movies that do the same thing.

29 tropes in one movie

We counted 29 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 36% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

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

BINGOA wise elder dispenses adviceA slow-burn romanceSet in winterSomeone gets flustered during small talkA pep talk that changes everythingA family reconcilesSet in a charming small townA calendar reminder raises the stakesThe story ends with a weddingA workaholic learns to slow downA shared meal around a crowded tableThe action centres on a bakery★A toast at a celebrationA second chance worth takingA relative plays matchmakerA crafting or DIY sceneA charming local cafe or dinerA dance or a ballA walk-and-talk through townSomeone’s guard finally comes downA change of heart by the final actA cute dog or catA cup of cocoa, coffee or ciderA classic Hallmark meet-cute

Hallmark Bingo

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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.

Angela
Lead
Realtor and single mom
busywarmdevoted
William
Love interest
Bakery owner
Love interest
kindgroundedtalented
Brooklyn
Supporting
Angela's daughter
Daughter who sets them up
sweetmatchmaking
Netta
Supporting
Friend/family
Person in Angela's life
warm
Sarah
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story
friendly
Elizabeth Priestly
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story

Questions people ask about Scouting for Christmas

Where can I watch Scouting for Christmas?

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

How long is Scouting for Christmas?

Scouting for Christmas runs about 1 hour and 24 minutes, and was released in 2024.

Is Scouting for Christmas a Christmas movie?

Yes. Scouting for Christmas is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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