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It was recently reported that Katie Cassidy of Arrow fame is starring with Stephen Huszar in a new, original movie for Hallmark’s Christmas in July. Now, more details are available for the holiday romance movie, including gorgeous images taken on the set. Read on to find out more about this upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie and the true chemistry that happened between its two lead stars.
Hallmark Channel premieres A Royal Christmas Crush
While it is getting warm outside, Hallmark Channel is looking forward to its popular Christmas in July programming event. Meanwhile, one of the movies stars a newcomer to Hallmark, Katie Cassidy, and a regular on the network, Stephen Huszar.
According to the official synopsis, A Royal Christmas Crush follows Ava Jensen (Cassidy), a talented architect who travels with her beloved Uncle Karl (Charlie Ebbs) to the enchanting frozen kingdom of Fríðrland. Their task is to build an elaborate ice castle for the Royal Family, a tradition that goes back almost 200 years.
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Each year, the nation’s Royal Family gathers at the ice castle to relax and get away while planning for the annual Royal Christmas Ball. Meanwhile, Ava gets to meet the handsome Prince Henry (Huszar), the heir to the throne and one of the most eligible bachelors in the world.
While the pair might be from totally different worlds, Ava and Prince Henry become smitten with each other. In fact, the Prince is impressed by Ava’s talents and asks her to help him with his big speech. In the process, they began to learn more about each other.
However, things aren’t always as magical as they seem. Moreover, as the palace’s scheming Director of Logistics, Brigitta (Angela Beshara) seeks to restore the family’s nobility and status. She is determined to win the charming Prince over for her own daughter, the beautiful Sigrid (Kathryn Kohut). With so much at stake, Brigitta does her best to sabotage the new budding romance between Prince Henry and Ava. However, as the Prince and architect get closer, hearts may already be melting in this winter wonderland ice palace.
Where have you seen the cast before?
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One of the lead roles in A Royal Christmas Crush is played by new Hallmark star, Katie Cassidy, of Arrow, Gossip Girl and The Flash fame, as Ava. She stars alongside Stephen Huszar at Prince Henry, who has been seen in many Hallmark movies, including Love in Glacier National: A National Park Romance, as well as The Flash, Fringe and Supernatural.
Ava’s Uncle Karl is played by Charlie Ebbs, who has starred in Six Degrees of Santa, Anon, Hangman and Real Detective. Meanwhile, Angela Besharah stars as Brigitta and is known for her roles in Circuit Breakers, Accused and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brigitta’s daughter, Sigrid, is played by Kathryn Kohut of Fly Away With Me, Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist and Spare Parts. The movie also stars Glenn Gyorffy in an uncredited role, who has starred in American Gods, Take Note and Fear Thy Neighbor.
Behind the scenes of A Royal Christmas Crush
The new Hallmark movie, A Royal Christmas Crush hails from Fireside (IH3) Films Inc. with Timothy O. Johnson and Andrew C. Erin executive producing. Meanwhile, Lisa Alford and Joseph Wilka are co-executive producers, while Josie Fitzgerald and Stefane Gregoire are producers. The movie is directed by Marita Jan Grabiak from a script penned by Keith Hemstreet, Catherine Reay and Kate Somerville.
When does A Royal Christmas Crush premiere?
The new, original movie, A Royal Christmas Crush, premieres on Saturday, July 8 and 8 pm ET/PT on Hallmark Channel. The movie airs as part of the network’s annual Christmas in July programming event.
Meanwhile, viewers will see true chemistry between the two leads, Katie Cassidy and Stephen Huszar as Katie recently revealed on Instagram that the pair is an item in real life.
Readers, are you looking forward to watching A Royal Christmas Crush on Hallmark Channel, while checking out the couple’s chemistry? Let us know by dropping a comment below.