'A Fiance for Christmas': 5 things to know about the Lifetime movie

It's all fun and games until Sawyer is thrown a bridal shower for a fake wedding scenario. What's the plan of action on this one?
PUBLISHED DEC 4, 2021
Adam Gregory and Scout Smith in 'A Fiance for Christmas' (Instagram - @theadamgregory)
Adam Gregory and Scout Smith in 'A Fiance for Christmas' (Instagram - @theadamgregory)

Gear up this festive season for a fun-filled and energy-packed Christmas movie with Lifetime's 'A Fiance for Christmas'. 

The Christmas movie talks about a woman called Sawyer (Amanda Payton), who makes a fake wedding registry. Soon enough, the whole town throws her a bridal shower, leaving Sawyer too embarrassed to open up about the truth. Instead, she finds a fake fiance to help her navigate through the chaotic sham and holiday festivities. 

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When does 'A Fiance for Christmas' release and where can you watch it?

'A Fiance for Christmas' releases on December 9, 2021, and can be watched on Lifetime. 

What is 'A Fiance for Christmas' all about?

The official synopsis reads: "Perpetually single Sawyer makes a fake wedding registry to burn off some Christmas loneliness. Her friends find it and think she's become secretly engaged. Too embarrassed to tell the truth, she instead finds a "fiancé" for the holidays".

Who stars in the Lifetime movie?

Amanda Payton as Sawyer

Amanda Payton is an American actress, appearing in both movies and TV shows. She is most known for her roles as Misty Boxlarter in the show, 'NCIS' and Meredith in 'Young Sheldon'. Payton began her acting career with a TV series called 'Numb3rs', in 2008, playing a minor role. She is also known for her role in 'Beginners' and 'The Perfect Host'. Payton will be seen in the TV series, 'Code 404', as Dr Alison Parfit. She likes to indulge in reading, photography, learning and traveling at her leisure. Information regarding her personal life is still under wraps but stay tuned for more updates!



 

The rest of the cast includes Adam Gregory as Landon, Marie Osmond as Margaret, Sarah Jayne Jensen as Jules, James Jamison as Bill, Scout Smith as Hillary, Shona Kay as Gemma, Kristen Marie Jensen as Camille, Shaunna Thompson as Bonnie, Jazmine Shaw as Sarah, Nova Patten as Grace, K Danor Gerald as Oliver, Fatima Reedy as Naomi, Mariah Salazar as Jeannie, Tito Livas as Johnny, Andelyn Sperry as Volunteer, Stevie Hendrix as Josh, and Daniel Emmet as Singer. 

Showrunners 

The writer of the movie is Angeline Olschewski, with Ryan Little being the director. 

Trailer

We're yet to see a trailer for the movie but stay tuned for more updates!

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