Finding Christmas -

: Ten aspiring actors compete in festive challenges—from present wrapping to on-screen kissing—to win a leading role in a Hallmark "Countdown to Christmas" movie.

: Owen finds himself charmed by Sean’s assistant, Mia (Cristina Rosato), who helps him navigate the city. Finding Christmas

This Hallmark Mystery original movie follows a "house-swap" premise similar to The Holiday . After a difficult breakup, Sean Tucker (Mark Lutz), a New York City ad executive, swaps his swanky apartment for a cozy North Carolina cottage owned by aspiring musician Owen Harrison (JT Hodges). : : Ten aspiring actors compete in festive challenges—from

: Sean struggles with rural life until he meets Owen's sister, Ryan (Tricia Helfer), a single mother and veterinarian. After a difficult breakup, Sean Tucker (Mark Lutz),

" Finding Christmas " most commonly refers to the popular 2013 Hallmark Channel movie, though the title has been used for various media, including a recent reality competition spin-off and a novel.

Hallmark recently expanded the brand with its first-ever reality competition series, Finding Mr. Christmas , which premiered in late 2024 and was renewed for a second season in 2025.