Sister Swap: Christmas in the City

Name: Sister Swap: Christmas in the City
Genre: Christmas, Big City, Colleagues/Coworkers
Released: 2021-01-01
Duration: 1 h 24 min
Rating: 6
Cast: Ashley Williams, Kevin Nealon, Keith D. Robinson, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Jacob Buster

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The premise

Two sisters find a new sense of purpose and discover what they both truly need in life during the holidays.

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

Ashley Williams

as Meg Swift

Our Guy

Keith D. Robinson

as Joe

You’ve seen this pairing before: Ashley Williams and Keith D. Robinson have made 2 Hallmark movies together.

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Behind the camera

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Directed by

Sean McNamara

Written by

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 30 to find more movies that do the same thing.

30 tropes in one movie

We counted 30 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 15% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

The corners of the catalog Sister Swap: Christmas in the City belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.

Sister SwapPart of the 2-film Sister Swap series.

BINGOSomeone decorates a Christmas treeSomeone’s guard finally comes downA musical number or live performanceA second chance worth takingA classic Hallmark meet-cuteA widow or widowerTwo characters fake being a coupleA happy endingA workaholic learns to slow downA cup of cocoa, coffee or ciderThe leads start out at oddsA dance or a ball★Someone apologises and means itSomeone races to catch the other before they leaveA meaningful look held a beat too longThe leads laugh at the same momentA misunderstanding nearly ruins everythingA wise elder dispenses adviceA family reconcilesThe town pulls together for one of its ownSparks fly the moment they meetA first impression that turns out completely wrongThe lead works as a chefA walk-and-talk through town

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.

Meg Swift
Lead
One of two sisters who swap lives
warmsearchingcaring
Joe
Love interest
Man Meg connects with
Love interest
kindgroundedsupportive
Jennifer Swift
Supporting
Meg's sister
Sister in the swap
spirited
Uncle Dave
Supporting
Family member
The sisters' uncle
warm
Simon
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story
friendly
Luke
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story

Questions people ask about Sister Swap: Christmas in the City

Where can I watch Sister Swap: Christmas in the City?

Sister Swap: Christmas in the City is available via fuboTV, Philo, and YouTube TV. Streaming options change often, so check current availability before settling in.

How long is Sister Swap: Christmas in the City?

Sister Swap: Christmas in the City runs about 1 hour and 24 minutes, and was released in 2021.

Is Sister Swap: Christmas in the City a Christmas movie?

Yes. Sister Swap: Christmas in the City is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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