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6.0/10
Holiday Engagement
2011
97 minutes
Director
Jim Fall
Cast
Bonnie Somerville
Jordan Bridges
Shelley Long
Description
"Holiday Engagement" follows Hillary Burns, a woman who, after being unexpectedly dumped by her fiancé just before Thanksgiving, hires an out-of-work actor to pose as her fiancé during the holiday weekend to appease her overbearing mother. As the charade unfolds, unexpected feelings begin to develop, leading to humorous and heartfelt moments that explore the importance of family, honesty, and finding love in unexpected places.
Professions
Journalist
Actor
Homemaker
Settings & Cities
Suburban family home during Thanksgiving
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California
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Review
"Fake Fiancés, Real Christmas Magic!"
Holiday Engagement is a delightful twist on the holiday rom-com genre, starring Bonnie Somerville, Jordan Bridges, and the legendary Shelley Long. When Bonnie Somerville’s character brings home a fake fiancé (played by Jordan Bridges) to impress her family, sparks fly—both fake and real. Between awkward family dinners, holiday mishaps, and Shelley Long’s scene-stealing performance as the over-the-top mother, this Hallmark holiday movie delivers all the charm and warmth you need. It's packed with laugh-out-loud moments, heartwarming scenes, and just the right amount of Christmas magic. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to fake an engagement and accidentally fall in love, this Hallmark movie has all the answers—plus, plenty of holiday cheer.