Holiday Engagement
Thirty-something Hillary Burns has spent her life trying to get the approval of her parents, in the shadow of her more successfully-attached siblings. So when Hillary's fiance, workaholic lawyer Jason King, dumps her because she isn't willing to relocate for his potential promotion, she panics because she had been promising to bring him home to meet her expectant family, whom she does not want to let down! As a last-minute idea, her best friend Sophie convinces her to actually hire someone to "play the role" of Jason for her return home on Thanksgiving.. leading to an interesting combination of sparks & revelations for all involved.
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Plot Summary
Trisha, a young woman engaged to a wealthy businessman, is dumped by him just before Christmas. Desperate to avoid disappointing her family and to save face, she hires an actor to pose as her fiancé for the holidays. However, her plan quickly spirals into a chaotic and comedic situation as the hired fiancé struggles to keep up the charade, and Trisha finds herself in an unexpected predicament.
Critical Reception
Holiday Engagement is a lighthearted romantic comedy that generally received mixed to positive reviews, particularly praised for its festive atmosphere and lead performances. Critics often noted its predictable plot but found it to be an enjoyable and heartwarming holiday film suitable for family viewing.
What Reviewers Say
- A charming and feel-good holiday movie.
- Predictable, but offers holiday cheer.
- Enjoyable performances elevate the festive story.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this film. However, the general sentiment for similar lighthearted holiday romances suggests viewers appreciate the feel-good nature and festive themes, even if the plot is familiar.
Fun Fact
The film was originally produced for the Lifetime television channel and later aired on various networks, contributing to its direct-to-television release format.
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