'My Sweet Holiday': Release date, plot, cast and all you need to know about Lifetime's Christmas romance

When Sadie’s boyfriend cancels their holiday plans, she plans to spend Christmas with her parents back home, only to find out they’ve sold the family’s beloved chocolate store to a stranger
PUBLISHED DEC 15, 2020
(Lifetime)
(Lifetime)

Christmas is just around the corner and one couldn't wait to spend some time with their loved ones, especially following a difficult year. To make your holidays more special, Lifetime network is offering a series of Christmas movies that promise to put you in the Christmas spirit with some lighthearted entertainment. Its upcoming film 'My Sweet Holiday', which is slated for Christmas release, presents you with the story of Sadie as she realizes one can find love in the most unexpected ways. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Release date 

'My Sweet Holiday' will premiere on December 25 at 8 pm ET on Lifetime.

Plot

The synopsis for the movie reads: "When Sadie’s (Malone Thomas) boyfriend cancels their holiday plans, she decides to spend Christmas with her parents back in her hometown, only to find out they’ve sold the family’s beloved chocolate store to a stranger who knows nothing about chocolate. Begrudgingly, her father convinces her that she’d be the obvious choice to help teach the new owner everything she knows about chocolate. In the middle of planning the perfect retirement party for her parents, she discovers that not everything has to be perfect. And sometimes, when you least expect it, you find love."

Cast

Malone Thomas

(Lifetime)

American actress Malone Thomas is seen as Sadie in 'My Sweet Holiday'. The actress is known for her roles in Netflix's hit mafia-thriller series 'Ozark', 'The Originals' and 'Dynasty'. She was born in Florida and graduated from Jacksonville University with BFA in music theatre. After pursuing her studies in New York City at The William Esper Studio and Shakespeare at The Barrow Group, she spent a year performing in Singapore for Universal Studios. 

Jason Burkey

(Lifetime)

Jason Burkey will be seen in the role of the stranger who has taken over Sadie's father's chocolate store. His latest work includes television movies 'Road Less Traveled' and 'I Can Only Imagine'. Burkey has also featured in films such as 'Mom's Night Out', 'Coffee Shop', 'Woodlawn', 'October Baby' and 'Losers Take All' among others. Burkey is also known among the 'Walking Dead' fans for essaying the role of Kevin. 

Creators

'My Sweet Holiday' is produced by American Cinema Inspires; written, directed and executive produced by Sandra L Martin. Isaac Alongi also serves as executive producer. 

Trailer 

The official trailer for 'My Sweet Holiday' is yet to be released by Lifetime. 

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