Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane is set to premiere on December 19, 2024, exclusively on Hallmark+ as part of the channel's 2024 holiday lineup. The film is directed by Ali Liebert, who is known for North to Home. It is produced by Antonio Cupo and Stephen Harmaty under Patrick Street Pictures, with the screenplay written by Rick Garman, a writer in the holiday romance genre.
The narrative unfolds over three Christmases in 1966, 1981, and 2000, each set at 7 Cherry Lane, exploring themes of love, change, and friendship. This romantic drama is an intergenerational story filled with nostalgia and holiday spirit.
The ensemble cast features Brooke D'Orsay as Rebecca, Erin Cahill as Lizzie, Sam Page as Matt, Chelsea Hobbs as Stephanie, Benjamin Hollingsworth as David, and John Brotherton as John Hamilton.
Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane: Cast list explored
1) Brooke D'Orsay as Rebecca
In Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane, Brooke D'Orsay portrays Rebecca. Her character, alongside her best friend Matt, begins to experience unexpected feelings as they work together to uncover the source of anonymous Christmas-themed acts of kindness in their community.
Brooke D'Orsay is a Canadian actress best known for voicing Caitlin Cooke on the animated series 6teen and for her roles as Paige Collins-Lawson on Royal Pains and Kate on Two and a Half Men.
Throughout her career, D'Orsay has received recognition for her performances. She was nominated for a Gemini Award in 2008 for Best Individual or Ensemble Performance in an Animated Program or Series for her work on 6teen.
Additionally, she received a nomination for a DVD Exclusive Award in 2005 for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Skulls III.
2) Erin Cahill as Lizzie
In Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane, Erin Cahill plays Lizzie, a character who faces significant life changes during the 1981 Christmas season. Alongside her husband John, portrayed by John Brotherton, Lizzie navigates the challenges of an unexpected pregnancy and a potential move to Michigan due to John's job offer, making this their last Christmas on Cherry Lane.
Erin Cahill is widely recognized for portraying Jen Scotts, the Pink Time Force Ranger, in Power Rangers Time Force. She has also appeared in various television series, including How I Met Your Mother as Ted Mosby's sister, Heather, and Saving Grace as Kendra Burke.
At age 16, Cahill won the Overall Actor in the Actors, Models, Talent for Christ competition. After joining the Barton and Williams Dance Company, she won individual and company awards.
3) Sam Page as Matt
Sam Page portrays Matt in Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane. His character, along with his best friend Rebecca (played by Brooke D'Orsay), begins to experience unexpected feelings as they work together to find the source behind the anonymous Christmas-themed acts of kindness taking place in their community.
Sam Page is best known for his roles in popular television series. He played Greg Harris, the husband of Joan Holloway, in Mad Men, and Richard Hunter in The Bold Type. Additionally, he appeared as Sam Allen in Desperate Housewives and had a recurring role as Connor Ellis in House of Cards. In 2002, he was named one of People Magazine's Most Eligible Bachelors.
4) Chelsea Hobbs as Stephanie
In Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane, Chelsea Hobbs essays the character Stephanie, a neighbor who mistakenly uses David's address for a live Christmas Eve TV special featuring singer Tommy Saunders, leading to unexpected holiday events.
Hobbs is best known for her lead role as Emily Kmetko in the ABC Family teen drama Make It or Break It. She was nominated for a Leo Award for her portrayal of Gerda in the Hallmark Channel's 2002 film Snow Queen.
Other cast members of Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane
In addition to the above-mentioned actors, Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane features the following cast members:
- Benjamin Hollingsworth as David
- John Brotherton as John Hamilton
- Matt Dusk as Tommy Saunders
- Rryla McIntosh as Amelia Guerrera
- Eva Tavares as Ivy
- Garrett Black as Greg
- Lauren Jackson as Piper
- Zac Bellward as Young Mike
- Tessa Rae Kelly as Young Ivy
More about Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane
The official summary of the movie on IMDb reads:
"In 1966, single guy David's plans for a simple Christmas are dashed when his neighbour Stephanie arrives with news that she won a contest to have Tommy Saunders' Christmas Eve TV special broadcast live from her house - but used his address."
Offering a glimpse into the plot, it continues:
"In 1981, John and Lizzie learn that this will be their last Christmas on Cherry Lane after John receives a job offer in Michigan and Lizzie finds out she's pregnant. In 2000, best friends Matt and Rebecca find unexpected feelings developing as they try to find out who is behind a series of Christmas-themed random acts of kindness".
Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane is set to premiere on Hallmark Channel on December 19, 2024, at 8 pm ET. For international viewers, Hallmark Channel is available in several countries, including Canada, the UK, and Germany.
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