Rueben's Ramblings

On December 24, the UPtv holiday movie A Christmas Letter will debut at 7 PM.

This movie is a modern love story mixed with an epic adventure that ultimately brings a family together, with an uplifting, feel-good look at how the spirit of the holidays – and help from some pro hockey players – can unite a community and new-found friendships. This is a tale of how love, compassion and a little Christmas sparkle can bring us together when we need it the most.

The film stars Colin Mochrie, David Lipper, Enrico Colantoni and Glenda Bragzana.

Here is a trailer for A Christmas Letter:

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On December 23, the OWN holiday movie Christmas Revisited will debut at 9 PM.

A group of old college friends gather for Christmas at their recently deceased friend’s mountain cabin as old resentments, secrets and unexpected romance blossom.

The cast includes Tanyell Waivers, Jaime M. Callica, Andrea Lewis and Golden Madison.

Here is a trailer for Christmas Revisited:

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The Lifetime holiday movie Mom’s Christmas Boyfriend will debut on December 23 at 8 PM.

Precocious 10-year-old Lily Morgan (Ai Barrett) enters a writing contest about her Christmas wish. She wishes that her single mother, Emma (Jeananne Goossen), finds love and a father for herself, whom Emma adopted as an infant in China. After winning the contest, will Lily’s wish come true?

Zach Smadu co-stars.

There is not a trailer available for Mom’s Christmas Boyfriend, though.

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The Great American Family movie A Royal Christmas Holiday will debut on December 23 at 8 PM.

An ambitious reporter (Brittany Underwood) looking for her big break and an impetuous prince (Jonathan Stoddard) sent to New York on assignment have their worlds collide during the holidays and discover love and what matters most at Christmas.

William Baldwin co-stars.

Here is a trailer for A Royal Christmas Holiday:

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The Zack Synder new movie Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire will debut online on Netflix on December 21.

When a peaceful settlement on the edge of a distant moon finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force, a mysterious stranger living among its villagers becomes their best hope for survival.

The ensemble cast includes Sofia Boutella, Ed Skrein, Jena Malone, Charlie Hunnam, Cary Elwes, Anthony Hopkins, Michiel Huisman and Djimon Hounsou.

Here is a trailer for Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire:

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On December 21, the BET+ movie Whatever It Takes will debut online.

Santa’s big bag is carrying nothing but folks’ emotional baggage. When it all gets exposed, chaos ensues, and everyone must learn how to navigate unexpected obstacles.

The movie stars Tami Roman (who also executive produces).

Here is a trailer for Whatever It Takes:

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The Hallmark Movies & Mysteries movie Miracle in Bethlehem, PA will debut on December 21 at 8 PM.

Successful and fiercely independent, Mary Ann Brubeck (Laura Vandervoort) adopts a baby girl to raise on her own just before Christmas. Due to weather, she and the baby get stuck in Bethlehem, PA for the holidays. When there is no room at the inn, her only option is to stay with the innkeeper’s brother Joe (Benjamin Ayres), a quintessential bachelor who lives in a house that he treats like a barn. As Mary Ann learns the value of community by spending time with Joe’s family and participating in the local church’s Christmas events, Joe starts getting his act together with new motivation… and the two begin to see each other in a new light.

Here is a trailer for Miracle in Bethlehem, PA:

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The Hallmark Channel movie Friends & Family Christmas will debut on December 17 at 8 PM.

Overwhelmed by Christmas events and a surprise visit from her parents, photographer Dani asks lawyer Amelia for help. Pretending to date is the perfect solution until real feelings develop.

The movie stars Humberly Gonzalez and Ali Liebert.

Here is a trailer for Friends & Family Christmas:

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The holiday movie 12 Games of Christmas will debut on Great American Family on December 17 at 8 PM.

A group of old friends and neighbors are transported into a Christmas-themed board game during a Christmas party.

The film stars Johnny Ramey and Felisha Cooper.

Here is a trailer for 12 Games of Christmas:

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On December 17, the Lifetime movie Merry Magic Christmas will debut at 8 PM.

As Christmas nears, a financial advisor starts seeing a recurring number: 624. She’s told it’s from a Christmas angel to make her wish come true. She calls it a statistical coincidence. But when she discovers the meaning, she finds love.

The movie stars Patricia Isaac and Andrew Dunbar.

There is no trailer available for Merry Magic Christmas, though.

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