Where was Netflix's Hot Frosty filmed? All shooting locations explored

Modified Nov 12, 2024 16:43 GMT

Dustin Milligan as Jack (Image via Youtube/Netflix)

Hot Frosty is a comedy-drama film directed by Jerry Ciccoritti from a screenplay by Russell Hainline. It's set to release on Netflix on November 13, 2024.

The film tells the story of Kathy, a lonely widow, whose regular life is turned upside down when a snowman named Jack magically comes to life. The presence of the handsome snowman brings joy, laughter and romance back to Kathy's life while also shaking a few lives in her quite small town.

The film is set in Canada and shot in various locations in the country. The makers created beautiful sets in Ottawa, Brockville and Pakenham to capture the essence of Christmas.

Hot Frosty is produced by Muse Entertainment and stars Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Katy Mixon, Lauren Holly, Joe Lo Truglio, Craig Robinson and Chrishell Stause in prominent roles.

Hot Frosty was filmed in Canada

The film is entirely set in Canada, as the story unfolds in a small town during the snowy and sparkling Christmas season. The filming took place in 2024 between April and May in multiple cities in the province of Ontario.

1) Ottawa

The film's story unfolds around the magical time of Christmas, and the beautiful capital of Canada provides some extraordinary scenic locations for the film. The scenery of the city perfectly blends with the romantic and joyful undertones of the story through visuals.

2) Brockville

The town of Brockville is the most utilized location in the film. Most of the scenes in the film are shot in the set created in the picturesque town.

The Fulford Fountain can be seen in the trailer, as the set was created around the popular landmark. To create the feel of a snowy winter during summertime, the roads were filled with artificial snow.

3) Pakenham

Pakenham is another small town whose natural and architectural beauty added to the film's charm. The town is popular for its scenic river views, quiet streets and historical buildings.

What is Hot Frosty about?

The film follows Kathy, a grieving widow played by Lacey Chabert. She lost her husband two years back, and since then, her life has been joyless, which she manages quite well, but the holiday season with love and fun becomes difficult to survive.

However, her life begins to change when a handsome man, Jack, played by Dustin Milligan, enters her life. Jack is a snowman who magically came to life and now wants to spread the magic of joy, love and laughter in Kathy's life.

While talking about the film, Lacey Chabert said that the film is funny, light and lovely but there's also a throughline of a lot of heart, and all the characters in the story are going through something.

Who is in the cast of Hot Frosty?

As mentioned before, Hot Frosty is led by Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan as Kathy and Jack, respectively. But there are also some renowned comedic actors in supporting roles.

Brooklyn 99 famed Craig Robinson and Joe Lo Trugilo are playing local cops who are suspicious of the sudden appearance of a handsome stranger in their town. Katy Mixton plays the role of Dottie, while Lauren Holly portrays a character named Jane.