'Christmas For Keeps': 5 things to know about Hallmark Christmas movie

A group of high school friends reunites once more to celebrate the life of their beloved teacher in the new holiday watch that promises wholesomeness
PUBLISHED DEC 15, 2021
Official poster for 'Christmas for Keeps' (Hallmark)
Official poster for 'Christmas for Keeps' (Hallmark)

Hallmark Movies and Mysteries is bringing a brand-new watch for Christmas and it looks to be very wholesome. Combining the magic of the festival as well as the power of friendship 'Christmas For Keeps' will bring together five lifelong friends together for a special occasion.

We've all had that one special teacher who we loved and who played a big part in our school life, the one who supported us and whom we'll never forget. The Hallmark movie will explore the same as the friend group comes home to celebrate and honor their late teacher making for a beautiful holiday watch. If Christmas movies get you all warm and fuzzy then do checkout 'Christmas Promise' and 'Making Spirits Bright' as well!

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When will 'Christmas for Keeps' release and where to watch it?

'Christmas for Keeps' is set to premiere on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 10/9c. You can watch it on the Hallmark Movies and MysteriesChannel.

What is 'Christmas for Keeps' about?

According to Hallmark: At Christmastime, a close-knit group of childhood friends returns home after 10 years to take part in the celebration of the life of their beloved high school teacher.

Who stars in the Hallmark Christmas movie?

Ryan Rottman as Ben Tillman

Ryan Rottman is an American actor who began his career in 2008 starring in the comedy film 'The House Bunny' as an extra. His works include 'Stuntmen', 'Cousin Sarah', 'Guidance', 'The Lying Game', 'See Dad Run', 'Victorious', 'Deported' and more. He is more popularly known for his role on the TeenNick series 'Gigantic'. Rottman was most recently seen on the big screen 'starring in Billionaire Boys Club' alongside Ansel Egort, Taron Egerton, and Emma Roberts. He will be portraying one of the leads Ben Tillman in the upcoming Hallmark movie.



 

The rest of the cast consists of Christa B Allen as Avery Taylor, Ashley Newbrough as Sarah Jones-Wong, Marielle Scott as Mia Reynolds, Cardi Wong as Noah Wong, Everick Golding as James Massey, Liza Huget as Lillian Massey, Janet Kidder as Patricia Taylor, and more.

Showrunners

'Christmas for Keeps' is from Lighthouse Pictures. Lesley Demetriades is the executive producer while Shawn Williamson, Jamie Goehring, and Mick MacKay are the producers. Fred Gerber serves as director with a script by Nikki DeLoach & Megan McNulty.

Trailer

Have look below as five friends reunite for a heartwarming Christmas in their hometown!



 

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