Unlocking Christmas (2020)

A charming holiday TV movie where a mysterious key and a festive riddle bring two strangers together for an unforgettable Christmas romance.

Unlocking Christmas - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Unlocking Christmas
  • Release Year: 2020
  • Directed by: Don McBrearty
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: TV Movie, Romance
  • Runtime: 1h 24m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • Release Date (Theatrical): December 13, 2020
  • Production Companies: Muse Entertainment
  • Production Countries: Canada, United States of America

Unlocking Christmas - Plot

When a mysterious key and a holiday riddle arrive on their doorsteps, Kate and Kevin embark on a Christmas romance adventure they'll never forget.

Unlocking Christmas - Trailer

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Unlocking Christmas - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Don McBrearty

Main Cast

  • Taylor Cole
  • Steve Lund
  • Elena Juatco
  • Darryl Hinds
  • Kathryn Greenwood
  • Ron Lea
  • Jennifer de Lucia
  • Jinny Wong
  • Brittany Drisdelle
  • Alexandra Augustine

Writers

  • Joey Elkins
  • Blake Silver

Producers

  • Shane Boucher

Unlocking Christmas - FAQs

Where can you stream Unlocking Christmas?

Unlocking Christmas is available to stream on Philo, Hallmark+ (via Amazon Channel and Apple TV Channel), and Hallmark TV Amazon Channel. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Hoopla offers it for free.

Is Unlocking Christmas based on a book?

Yes, Unlocking Christmas is based on a novel or book. The screenplay was adapted by writers Joey Elkins and Blake Silver, bringing the holiday romance story of Kate and Kevin — united by a mysterious key and a Christmas riddle — to life on screen.

Who are the main actors in Unlocking Christmas?

Unlocking Christmas stars Taylor Cole as Kate Stafford and Steve Lund as Kevin Matthews in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Elena Juatco, Darryl Hinds, Kathryn Greenwood, Ron Lea, Jennifer de Lucia, Jinny Wong, Brittany Drisdelle, and Alexandra Augustine.

What is Unlocking Christmas about?

Unlocking Christmas follows Kate and Kevin, two strangers who each receive a mysterious key and a holiday riddle on their doorsteps. As they work together to solve the festive puzzle, they find themselves drawn into a heartwarming Christmas romance adventure full of holiday spirit and unexpected connection.

When was Unlocking Christmas released?

Unlocking Christmas was released on December 13, 2020. The Canadian-American TV movie arrived just in time for the holiday season, making it a cozy Christmas watch for fans of festive romance films.

Who directed Unlocking Christmas?

Unlocking Christmas was directed by Don McBrearty, a seasoned Canadian television director known for his work on holiday and family films. The screenplay was written by Joey Elkins and Blake Silver, with production handled by Muse Entertainment.

How long is Unlocking Christmas?

Unlocking Christmas has a runtime of 84 minutes, or 1 hour and 24 minutes. Its compact length makes it an easy, breezy holiday watch — perfect for a cozy evening in during the Christmas season.

What are similar movies to Unlocking Christmas?

If you enjoyed Unlocking Christmas, you might also like A Mermaid for Christmas (2019), Switched for Christmas (2017), A Christmas Carousel (2020), Deliver by Christmas (2020), Cross Country Christmas (2020), and The Holiday (2006) — all charming romantic films with a festive or feel-good spirit.

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