Mistletoe Over Manhattan
Rebecca, Mrs. Claus (Tedde Moore) is worried that her exhausted, workaholic husband (Mairtin O’Carrigan) has lost his holiday spirit. She believes she can help him recapture his bliss and secretly heads to the one place she knows the spirit of Christmas must still exist: New York City, where she first fell in love with Nick. In a crowded New York diner, Rebecca befriends Joe (Greg Bryk), a caring cop who is worried about this kindly grandmother, who’s alone and low on funds. Joe reveals he and his wife Lucy (Tricia Helfer) are in the middle of a divorce. Sensing that Joe is still very much in love with his wife, Rebecca agrees to work temporarily as the family’s nanny until Christmas. To Rebecca’s delight, by healing Joe and Lucy’s family, she shows Santa that Christmas miracles are still possible and his job’s more important than ever!
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Plot Summary
A young advertising executive, who is also a workaholic, is sent to New York City for a critical client meeting during the Christmas season. While there, she finds herself falling for a charming local artist and discovers the true meaning of the holidays.
Critical Reception
Mistletoe Over Manhattan is a made-for-television holiday film that generally received a lukewarm reception, typical for many made-for-TV movies of its genre. It was seen as a lighthearted and predictable festive romance, offering viewers a dose of holiday cheer without much depth or complexity.
What Reviewers Say
- A predictable but charming holiday romance.
- Offers standard festive fare suitable for family viewing.
- Lacks originality but delivers holiday spirit.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of the Hallmark Channel's 'Countdown to Christmas' programming event in 2011.
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