24-Karat Christmas on OWN: Full list of cast

The new holiday romantic comedy 24-Karat Christmas, written by Tobin Addington and directed by Winnifred Jong, is set to air on OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) on December 21, 2024. It will have a repeat airing scheduled throughout Christmas week. The film is produced by Neshama Entertainment and Shane Boucher and brings a festive love story.

With humor and romance, the movie follows the unlucky-in-love but talented jewelry designer Trish Moore, who accidentally sends a pair of Christmas wedding bands to the wrong address. Teaming up with the charming best man, Booker, the duo begins a race against time to retrieve them before the big day.

24-Karat Christmas is a romantic comedy that appeals to a target group who like feel-good holiday films for viewers who love tales of love, mishaps, and happy endings. Starring as Trish will be Samantha Marie Ware, while Curtis Hamilton will star as Booker and other pivotal roles will be played by Mary Antonini and Andrew Bushell.

24-Karat Christmas: Cast list explored

1) Samantha Marie Ware as Trish Moore

In 24-Karat Christmas, Samantha Marie Ware portrays Trish Moore, a girl who has difficulties finding romantic partners. She plays a jewelry designer who accidentally sends a set of custom Christmas wedding bands to the wrong person. With the wedding fast approaching, she teams up with the charming best man, Booker, to retrieve the rings before Christmas Eve.

Ware is best known for her role as Jane Hayward in season 6 of Glee (2015). She also played Lily in the Nike web series Margot vs. Lily (2016). In theatre, Ware starred as Nabulungi in the national tour of The Book of Mormon, for which she won the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Supporting Performer. She also played Peggy Schuyler and Maria Reynolds in the Chicago production of Hamilton.

2) Curtis Hamilton as Booker

In 24-Karat Christmas, Curtis Hamilton plays Booker, a fun-loving board game tester who becomes Trish Moore's unexpected partner in a holiday adventure. His character in this movie is a go-with-the-flow kind of guy who goes on a blind date with Trish in the movie's opening sequence.

When Trish mistakenly sends a set of custom Christmas wedding bands to the wrong person, Booker steps in to help her retrieve them before Christmas Eve. Their journey together leads to unexpected romance and festive cheer.

Curtis Hamilton is best known for his role as Scott Thomas in the movie Fatal Attraction. He has also appeared in the TV series Insecure and the film Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Me. Curtis Hamilton.

The actor was born in Italy, raised in Paducah, Kentucky, and was the youngest of five siblings. He graduated from Western Kentucky University and set records as the all-time leading wide receiver. Hamilton, a former All-American football player, also pursued a minor in the arts. After college, he signed with the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints.

3) Andrew Bushell as Mason

In 24-Karat Christmas, Andrew Bushell plays Mason, a supportive buddy to the protagonist, Trish Moore. Mason is instrumental in supporting Trish, who mistakenly sent many Christmas wedding bands to the wrong address. The character provides emotional support and guidance as Trish goes on to retrieve the misplaced wedding bands before Christmas Eve.

Andrew Bushell is a known figure on both the small and big screens. His recent works include Jump, Darling (2020), The Wedding Planners (2020), and Designated Survivor (2016).

He has received multiple Canadian Comedy Award nominations for his improv and sketch comedy ensemble work. He won the Second City Outstanding New Comedy Award at the 2017 Toronto Fringe Festival for 32 Short Sketches About Bees.

4) Mary Antonini as Gia

Mary Antonini plays Gia in 24-Karat Christmas. She is Trish Moore's confidant and best friend and serves throughout the story as emotional support to Trish. So she steps in to help Trish get through this stressful situation, offering advice and being companionable.

Throughout the movie, Gia helps Trish stay hopeful and positive despite all the complications mounting. Lighthearted moments of support and humor bring balance to the weighty storyline.

Mary Antonini has a long history of credits both in theatre and film. Her recent credits include Broadway's The Prom and Aladdin, just to name a few. In 2016, she received the Joseph Jefferson Award for Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical for Anita in West Side Story at the Paramount Theatre Chicago. She has acted in films like A Christmas Mission (2020), Revenge Delivered (2021), and The Breach (2022).

Other cast and characters in 24-Karat Christmas

The cast also includes:

Sarah Murphy-Dyson as Mindy
Duane Keogh as Roger
Daniella Barsotti as Lulu
Sam Osei as Bryce
Byron Brydges as Doug
Prosper Junior as Aaron
Kiera Meeks as Bartender

More about 24-Karat Christmas:

The official synopsis of the movie on OWN reads:

"When Trish, an unlucky-in-love jewelry designer, accidentally sends a set of Christmas wedding bands off with the wrong person, she and the charming best man must work together to track them down and get them to the wedding on Christmas Eve."

24-Karat Christmas is set to premiere on December 21, 2024, at 9:00 pm ET on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). It will air at 6:00 pm PT, 7:00 pm MT, 8:00 pm CT, 10:00 pm AT, and 10:30 pm NT for different time zones. The movie will premiere in India on December 22 at 7:30 am IST. Make sure to check local listings for the exact time in your region.

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Edited by Toshali Kritika