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A Christmas Wish
2011
97 minutes
Director
Craig Clyde
Cast
Kristy Swanson
Edward Herrmann
K.C. Clyde
Description
"A Christmas Wish" tells the heartwarming story of Martha Evans, a single mother who is abandoned by her husband just before Christmas. Left homeless and with little money, Martha and her children travel cross-country in search of work and shelter. They find refuge in a small rural town where Martha secures a job at a local diner. Despite the challenges they face, the kindness of the townspeople and the spirit of the holiday season bring hope and joy to Martha and her family.
Professions
Diner Owner
Dinner cook
Settings & Cities
A small rural town during the Christmas season
Utah, USA
Provo, Utah
Payson, Utah
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Review
When Hallmark Holiday Movies Grant Wishes, They Go Big
In A Christmas Wish, Hallmark proves that even the unluckiest Christmas can turn into a miracle—if you’ve got a lot of heart, a dash of faith, and an unlimited supply of seasonal clichés. Starring Kristy Swanson, Edward Herrmann, and K.C. Clyde, this Hallmark holiday movie combines small-town charm, holiday magic, and just enough tears to justify that second glass of eggnog.
Kristy Swanson delivers as a struggling single mom whose car breaks down in a postcard-perfect town, forcing her to rely on the kindness of strangers and a grumpy diner owner played by Edward Herrmann. Add K.C. Clyde as the local nice guy who’s clearly been waiting for a reason to wear his coziest Christmas sweater, and you’ve got a holiday recipe that’s both heartwarming and hilariously predictable.
With adorable kids, a snowstorm of sentimental moments, and enough twinkling lights to power the North Pole, A Christmas Wish is peak Hallmark holiday movie. It’s festive, funny, and perfect for anyone who’s ever wished life could be as magical as a Hallmark Christmas town. Spoiler: it totally can—just ask Kristy Swanson!