'Nostalgic Christmas' on Hallmark: Release date, plot, cast, trailer, and everything you need to know about the Christmas flick

As a part of their ‘Miracles of Christmas’ movie series, Hallmark is all set for its original all-new release ‘ Nostalgic Christmas’, coming to your TV screens this October.

A season of celebration, joy, and good cheer, Christmas means family time and rediscovering the warmth of home. ‘Nostalgic Christmas’ is all about reliving nostalgia and experiencing love in the most unexpected places.

Release date

'Nostalgic Christmas' releases on Hallmark on Thursday, October 31.

Plot

The movie is based on the book ‘The House with The Wooden Santas’ by Kevin Major. It narrates the holiday experience of Anne (Brooke D’Orsay) in her small town home in Maine, when she makes her annual Christmas visit to meet her family. When she hears about her father selling his lifetime’s toy business and is about to retire from his wood-carving career, she decides to step in. As a big businesswoman from New York, she can take over his business and continue with the family tradition. But when she meets the handsome but widowed Keith McClain (Trevor Donovan), to co-chair the town’s Christmas celebrations, she starts wondering about her life choices. Torn between her fast-paced NYC career, her family’s business, and her budding romance with Keith, Anne goes on a journey of self-discovery throughout the holidays.

Cast

Brooke D'Orsay and Trevor Donovan star as Anne and Kevin in Hallmark's original movie 'Nostalgic Christmas'. (Hallmark)

‘Nostalgic Christmas’ stars Brooke D’Orsay, Trevor Donovan, and Jenna Weir in the lead roles.

Canadian actor D’Orsay rose to fame with her performances in TV shows like ‘Royal Pains’ (2009- 2016), ‘Drop Dead Diva’ (2009-2014), and appearance in award-winning sitcom ‘Two and a Half Men’. Actor and model Trevor Donovan is known for his fan favorite role of Teddy Montgomery in the international hit teen drama television series ‘90210’.

Director/Writer

The movie is directed by J.B. Sugar. He has been a producer and assistant director, known for his work in Bitten (2014), Dark Matter (2015) and jPod (2008).

Trailer

To sneak a peek at the story of Anne and Kevin, watch the preview of ‘Nostalgic Christmas’ here.

Where to watch

The wonderful story of love, celebrations, and nostalgia, unravels on Halloween day on Hallmark and you can have a double holiday celebration. Watch the movie on Thursday, October 31, 9pm/ 8c

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