This Time Each Year (2024)
A warm holiday romantic comedy about a separated couple faking it for the holidays — and finding their way back to each other.
This Time Each Year - Movie Information
- Original Title: This Time Each Year
- Release Year: 2024
- Directed by: Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe
- Type: Movie
- Genres: TV Movie, Comedy, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 24m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Production Companies: Martini Film Studios, Brightlight Pictures, Jamieson Productions, Lighthouse Pictures
- Production Countries: Canada
This Time Each Year - Plot
Despite a trial separation, Lauren pretends to still be with her husband Kevin to placate her overbearing mother. The ruse may be just what the couple needs to finally work on their marriage.
This Time Each Year - Trailer
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Can playing house bring them home?
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This Time Each Year - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe
Main Cast
- Alison Sweeney
- Niall Matter
- Victor Zinck, Jr.
- Laura Soltis
- Colleen Wheeler
- Craig March
- Luisa d'Oliveira
- Dean Paul Gibson
- Kevin Mundy
- Liza Huget
This Time Each Year - FAQs
Who are the main actors in This Time Each Year?
Alison Sweeney and Niall Matter lead the cast as Lauren and Kevin, the separated couple at the heart of the story. They're joined by Victor Zinck Jr., Laura Soltis, Colleen Wheeler, Luisa d'Oliveira, and Craig March, among others.
What is This Time Each Year about?
Lauren and Kevin are on a trial separation, but Lauren hasn't told her overbearing mother. To keep the peace over the holidays, she convinces Kevin to keep up appearances — and the pretense unexpectedly reignites the spark they thought they'd lost.
Does This Time Each Year have a happy ending?
True to its feel-good holiday spirit, This Time Each Year wraps up warmly. The fake-relationship ruse gives Lauren and Kevin the space to rediscover what drew them together, and the film delivers the heartfelt, uplifting conclusion fans of the genre will be hoping for.
Where can you stream This Time Each Year?
You can stream This Time Each Year on fuboTV, Philo, Hallmark+ (via Amazon Channel or Apple TV Channel), and Hallmark TV Amazon Channel. It's also available to buy or rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home, or watch free on Hoopla.
Who directed This Time Each Year?
This Time Each Year was directed by Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, who also appears in the film in a small role as Doctor Lo. Lowe is a Canadian actress-turned-director with experience in the holiday TV movie space.
Is This Time Each Year a Christmas movie?
Yes, very much so. This Time Each Year is a holiday romantic comedy with a Christmas backdrop, tailor-made for the festive season. Its themes of love, family pressure, and second chances are wrapped in all the warmth and charm you'd expect from a Hallmark-style holiday film.
How long is This Time Each Year?
This Time Each Year runs for 84 minutes — just over an hour and a half. It's a breezy, easy watch that fits perfectly into a cozy holiday evening without demanding too much of your time.
What are similar movies to This Time Each Year?
If you enjoyed This Time Each Year, you might also love Winter in Vail, A Merry Christmas Wish, Catering Christmas, An Unexpected Christmas, or A Cookie Cutter Christmas. All share that same cozy holiday romance energy that makes seasonal TV movies so irresistible.
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