“This Time Each Year” is a Christmas Hallmark mystery film directed by Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe featuring Alison Sweeney and Niall Matter directed by Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, which is set to be released in 2024.
Synopsis
The film revolves around Lauren (Alison Sweeney) and Kevin (Niall Matter) who have a young son Charlie but are no longer together as a couple. In order not to offend Lauren’s domineering mother over the Christmas holidays, they act as if they still love each other. However, this deception makes them remember their past and think about whether it would make sense to get back together and be a full family again.
Cast
- Alison Sweeney in the role ing as Lauren
- Niall Matter in the role of Kevin
- Ezra Wilson portraying Charlie
- Craig March playing Ron
- Colleen Wheeler as Patricia
- Victor Zinck Jr. in the role of Bart
Production and Release
The production took place in British Columbia Vancouver in summer 2024. The film was available on Hallmark Channel October twenty four in twenty twenty four and also available in streaming sites such as Philo, fuboTV and DIRECTV Stream.
Personal Insights
Alison Sweeney’s milestone in achieving her thirtieth movie in Hallmark again brings up her strong relation to the network in “This Time Each Year.”
The film tells a warm story considering father & son relationship, new relationships, and having a second chance in life, thus, a memorable film for the hallmark holidays.
Cultural Significance
The film extends the custom of creating new year movies, where the message about the family and making up with relatives is particularly important. The action takes place in Vancouver, which makes the picture even more beautiful and makes the warm and festive feeling to the film