'Twas the Text Before Christmas

Addie is a New York City chiropractor mistakenly receives a text from “Nana.” The accidental text turns into a loving friendship between the matronly Nana and Addie who now communicate regularly. Nana invites Addie to spend the holiday in Vermont. It is picture-postcard perfect and exactly as Nana described except for one surprise. Nana’s single son, James, a traveling doctor is also home for the holidays. Over three consecutive years, James and Addie are together during the holidays, though it isn’t until they are both single that they begin to see each other in a different light.

Released on 10/21/2023 (Movie)
6.46 out of 10 (62 votes on TMDB)
Romance / Comedy / TV Movie
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Merritt Patterson

Character's name: "Addie"
Birthday: 09/02/1990
Birthplace: Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
Biography:
Merritt Patterson (born 2 September 1990) is a Canadian actress. Born and raised in Whistler, she began her acting career at the age of 15. Merritt landed her first television role as a recurring character on the ABC Family show Kyle XY. Following her television debut were a number of film roles including the female lead in the movie Wolves opposite Jason Momoa. Most well known for her role as Ophelia Pryce in The Royals on E!. Merritt has starred in a number of television shows including the Pretty Little Liars spin-off Ravenswood for ABC Family and in Crackle's The Art Of More as Olivia Brukner opposite Dennis Quaid and Kate Bosworth. In 2018 Merritt played Cynthia Applewhite in the film Unbroken: Path to Redemption for Universal. Accepting the award for Best Supporting Actress at CIFF for her portrayal of the role. A long time fan favorite for The Hallmark Channel, Merritt has starred in eight Hallmark films. Four of these films being part of the beloved Countdown To Christmas.

Trevor Donovan

Character's name: "James"
Birthday: 10/11/1982
Birthplace: Bishop, California, USA
Biography:
Trevor Donovan, born October 11, 1982, in Mammoth Lakes, California, is a versatile artist, advocate, and author. A former member of the U.S. teen ski team, Trevor later earned a bachelor's degree in graphic design before embarking on a successful entertainment career. He is best known for his groundbreaking role as Teddy Montgomery, the first and only LGB series regular on the global hit 90210, as well as for his performances as Kit Acklin in Texas Rising, Eddie Arnold in Sun Records, and Austin in Melissa & Joey. Beyond his on-screen success, Trevor is a passionate advocate for various causes, including canine rights and anti-bullying. He serves as an active ambassador for the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights. Additionally, he founded the nationwide anti-bullying program Team Upstanders, dedicating himself to raising awareness about bullying in all its forms, along with other issues he deeply cares about. Known for his charismatic and engaging performances, Trevor has emerged as a sought-after leading man in romantic comedies, earning him the title "The Prince Charming of RomComs." He has starred in numerous titles, including Easy Heart, USS Christmas, Love Finds You in Charm, and many others. Recently, he has taken on the role of Chase Logan in the Where The Wind Blows movie series, adding to his impressive repertoire. Trevor appeared on Season 31 of Dancing with the Stars on Disney+, quickly becoming a fan favorite and reaching the semi-finals despite having no prior dance experience. He has also starred in various popular TV shows, including 90210, Sun Records, The Client List, Melissa & Joey, Awkward, NCIS, and Lucifer. His recent projects include the movie Reagan with Dennis Quaid, which was released in theaters on August 30, 2024, and is now available for streaming. Upcoming projects include Grounded, A Little Women's Christmas, and When Hope Calls. Apart from his successful acting career, Trevor is also an accomplished author, having written three children's books in his Love Always series, featuring Dogbert the German Shepherd, Tito the English Bulldog, Shadow the Golden Retriever, and Chance the Labrador. These heartwarming stories are inspired by real-life everyday experiences and showcase Trevor's love for animals and his unwavering optimism. Trevor's positive outlook on life and dedication to making a difference make him a beloved figure in both the entertainment industry and the wider community. He is an avid user of social media, where he has a global fan base known as #DonoFans, who eagerly support all his endeavors and ensure his projects trend online.

Rob Stewart

Character's name: "Bruce"
Birthday: 07/23/1961
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography:
Rob Stewart is a Canadian actor, best known for his lead role as Nick Slaughter in the action-comedy television series Tropical Heat and his recurring role as Roan in Nikita.

Jayne Eastwood

Character's name: "Maybel"
Birthday: 12/17/1946
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography:
Jayne Eastwood is a Canadian actress and comedian. She is best known for her film roles as Anna-Marie Biddlecoff in the comedy film Finders Keepers (1984), Mrs. Hammond in Anne of Green Gables (1986), Judy the Waitress in The Santa Clause (1994), Mrs. White in My Big Fat Greek Wedding trilogy, Mrs. Borusewicz in Chicago (2002), Lucy Decker in Welcome to Mooseport (2004), and Miss Wimsey in Hairspray (2007). Her credits also include countless television appearances and voice over work.