The Christmas Shepherd

Name: The Christmas Shepherd
Genre: Christmas, Thanksgiving, Small Town, Pet, Cute Kid
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 1 h 24 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Teri Polo, Martin Cummins, Jordyn Ashley Olson, Jill Teed, Jody Thompson

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The premise

The search for a missing dog leads to a new romance.

How unusual is it?

A fairly classic Hallmark setup with a quirk or two.

Who’s in it

Our Girl

Teri Polo

as Sally

Our Guy

Martin Cummins

as Mark

Alongside them

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Behind the camera

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Directed by

Terry Ingram

Written by

Michael J. Murray

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 55% of every rated Hallmark movie. The median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

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

BINGOA relative plays matchmakerA walk-and-talk through townTwo characters fake being a coupleA cute dog or catA snowball fight, sledding or skatingThe story ends with a weddingA heart-to-heart on a porch or benchA charming local cafe or dinerA famous celebrity character appearsThe love interest is a small business ownerA misunderstanding nearly ruins everythingThe leads kiss★A first impression that turns out completely wrongA widow or widowerSet in a charming small townSomeone races to catch the other before they leaveA musical number or live performanceSomeone decorates a Christmas treeA wise elder dispenses adviceThe town pulls together for one of its ownAn old keepsake or photograph turns upSomeone’s guard finally comes downPlans get derailed by the weatherA happy ending

Hallmark Bingo

Your The Christmas Shepherd 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.

Sally
Lead
Woman searching for a missing dog
warmdeterminedcaring
Mark
Love interest
Man who helps in the search
Love interest
kindgroundedsteadfast
Emma
Supporting
Child
Child in the story
sweet
Greta
Supporting
Friend/family
Person in Sally's life
warm
Beth
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story
friendly
Jacob
Supporting
Acquaintance
Person in the story

Questions people ask about The Christmas Shepherd

Where can I watch The Christmas Shepherd?

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

How long is The Christmas Shepherd?

The Christmas Shepherd runs about 1 hour and 24 minutes, and was released in 2014.

Is The Christmas Shepherd a Christmas movie?

Yes. The Christmas Shepherd is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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