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As part of Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas programming event, Torrey DeVitto joins Zane Holtz in the new movie, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Meanwhile, the charming movie tells the tale of an actress looking to become a director. Read on to find out more about the plot, the cast and the premiere details of this Hallmark movie.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas on Hallmark Channel
According to the official press release, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas was inspired by the Troy, NY, tradition and based on the play, The Trial Before Christmas. The movie tells the story of Madison Rush (Torrey DeVitto), an actress who, despite working for decades, is best known for an early catchphrase she would rather forget.
Seeking to broaden her career, Madison sees an opportunity to direct a play in Troy, New York, as the perfect way to prove her skills. Meanwhile, part play and part mock trial, the story features two lawyers debating whether “A Visit from Saint Nick” was authored by Clement Clark Moore, or Henry Livingstone Jr. and asks the audience to decide as a jury.
Madison casts an old costar, Connor Avery (Zane Holtz), who is struggling to balance time for acting and his young daughter, Josie Avery (Morgan Saunders). Meanwhile, despite feeling a spark with Connor, Madison has a rule to never date an actor. Also joining the play is two of the town’s overzealous Moore and Livingston cosplayers. In fact, they are remarkably convincing when they can be found.
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They are remarkably convincing – when they can be found. Less convincing is Madison’s lead actress, Lena DeLorean (Sophie Bastelle), whose only qualifications appear to be hand modeling, as well as the fact that she is the producer’s girlfriend.
Madison soon becomes concerned that her first foray into directing will end up a flop. However, perhaps with determination, the support from the town and from Connor, she might find a way to make it all work.
Where have you seen the cast before?
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The lead actors in ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas are Torrey DeVitto of Rip in Time and the Rite, while Zayn Holz, who plays Connor, has starred in NCIS and From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series. Connor’s daughter, Josie is played by Morgan Saunders of Aww Shucks fame. Madison’s lead actress, Lena is played by Sophie Bastelle, who has starred in The Clue to Love.
Meanwhile, other cast members include Amanda Barker as Edna Prescott, Tanisha Thammavongsa as Hayley and Shawn Ahmed as Jefferson. Meanwhile, Richard Waugh plays Livingston, Jennie Escard plays Judge and Ava Weiss stars as Beth Prescott. Other stars include Jonathan Neil Alexander as Sean and Yvette McKoy as Sophia Farentina. Visit the official IMDb page for more casting news.
Behind the scenes of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas
The new, original Hallmark movie comes from Muse Entertainment with Jesse Prupas and Jonas Prupas executive producing. Meanwhile, Shane Boucher and Caitlin Delaney are producers and the movie is directed by Gary Yates from a script by C. Jay Cox and Gary Yates. Moreover, the movie is based on the play The Trial Before Christmas, written by Duncan Crary and Jack Casey.
When does the movie premiere on Hallmark Channel?
’Twas the Night Before Christmas premieres on Saturday, December 17, at 8 pm ET/PT on Hallmark Channel, as part of the network’s popular Countdown to Christmas programming event.
Readers can enjoy a teaser trailer here:
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