As part of the ‘channel’ “Miracles of Christmas,” Hallmark premiered the first movie in the Finding Father Christmas series on November 26, 2016. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Robin Jones Gunn.
After the positive response to the movie, Hallmark Channel decided to produce two more movies in the series. Engaging Father Christmas and Marrying Father Christmas were both released in 2017 & 2018 as part of the channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” event.
The Father Christmas film series is an American/Canadian trilogy starring Erin Krakow and Niall Matter, produced by Hallmark Channel. The film tells the story of Miranda Chester, a young woman orphaned at a young age who dreams of finding her father. When she finally meets him, she learns that he is the real Santa Claus.
List of Finding Father Christmas Movies in Order of Release
- Finding Father Christmas (2016)
- Engaging Father Christmas (2017)
- Marrying Father Christmas (2018)
Finding Father Christmas (2016)
Director: Terry Ingram | Writers: Robin Jones Gunn, David Golden | Stars: Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, P. Lynn Johnson | Country of origin: United States, Canada | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 24 minutes. | Release Date: November 13, 2016, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are drama and romance. | Filming Locations: Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada | Production Companies: Hallmark Movies and Mysteries
The first movie was released on November 13, 2016, as part of Hallmark Channel’s “Miracles of Christmas” event. The movie follows the story of Miranda Chester, who is orphaned at a young age and sets out on a journey to find her father. Along the way, she discovers that her father is the real Santa Claus.
The movie was directed by Terry Ingram and written by Robin Jones Gunn and David Golden. It stars Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, and P. Lynn Johnson.
Miranda Chester, a stager with an interior design firm, is sent to England to oversee the Christmas holiday decorations at a castle owned by Ian McAndrick. Miranda begins to have doubts about her relationship with her fiance, Ian.
She starts to wonder if he is the right man for her. While she is in England, she goes on a journey to find her father and discovers that he is the real Santa Claus.
Miranda goes to the photo’s location and, with the help of a local, finds an abandoned cottage. After spending some time there, she starts to feel a connection to the place and begins to wonder if she is meant to be there.
She then meets Ian’sIan’s brother, Nick McAndrick, who is a doctor. The two of them begin to develop feelings for each other. However, Miranda is still unsure about her relationship with Ian and whether or not he is the right man for her.
In the town, she meets a woman named Ellie who tells her about a legend of a man who dressed up as Santa Claus and gave presents to the children in the town. The legend says that the man was looking for his lost love. Miranda begins to wonder if her father is that man.
One night, she sees the light in the sky and follows it to a sleigh. She then meets Ian’sIan’s father, who tells her that he is Santa Claus. He also tells her that Ian is not the right man for her and that she should be with Nick. Miranda then realizes that she is in love with Nick and not Ian.
The movie ends with Miranda and Nick getting married on Christmas Eve in front of the fireplace at the cottage. They then share a kiss as they start their new life together.
Engaging Father Christmas (2017)
Director: David Winning | Writer: Robin Jones Gunn, David Golden | Stars: Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, Wendie Malick | Country of origin: United States, Canada | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 28 minutes. | Release Date: November 12, 2017 | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are drama and romance. | Filming Locations: 2636 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada | Production Companies: Bauman Entertainment, Reel One Entertainment
The second movie in the series was released on November 12, 2017, as part of Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” event. The movie follows Miranda Chester as she travels to England to meet her father for the first time. She discovers that he is the real Santa Claus and learns about the magic of Christmas.
The movie was directed by David Winning and written by Robin Jones Gunn and David Golden. It stars Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, and Wendie Malick.
After discovering her new family, Miranda Chester goes back to England to visit Ian McAndrick and his family for Christmas. However, Ian’sIan’s mother, Karen, is not happy to see Miranda and makes it clear that she does not approve of the relationship.
Karen begins to meddle in Miranda and Ian’sIan’s relationship, trying to break them up. She also starts to spread rumors about Miranda in the town, which causes tension between Miranda and Ian. However, despite all of Karen’sKaren’s meddling, the two of them are able to overcome it, and they get engaged.
Karen is not happy about the engagement, and she continues to try to break them up. However, Miranda and Ian are able to overcome all of her attempts, and they get married on Christmas Eve. The movie ends with Miranda and Ian sharing a kiss in front of the fireplace at the cottage as they start their new life together.
Marrying Father Christmas (2018)
Director: David Winning | Writer: Robin Jones Gunn, David Golden | Stars: Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, Wendie Malick | Country of origin: United States, Canada | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 25 minutes. | Release Date: November 4, 2018 | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are drama, mystery, and romance. | Filming Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | Production Companies: Hallmark Movies and Mysteries, Bauman Entertainment, Daro Film Productions
The third movie in the series was released on November 4, 2018, as part of Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” event. The movie follows Miranda Chester as she plans her wedding to Ian McAndrick.
However, she starts to have doubts about the marriage and whether or not Ian is the right man for her. She sets out on a journey to find her father and discovers that he is the real Santa Claus.
The movie was directed by David Winning and written by Robin Jones Gunn and David Golden. It stars Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, and Wendie Malick.
In the previous film, Miranda and Ian finally get engaged and married after many difficulties. However, their happiness is short-lived when Ian is diagnosed with cancer.
During treatment, Miranda finds out that she is pregnant. However, she decides to keep it a secret from Ian, as she does not want to worry him while he is going through treatment.
The movie follows Miranda as she tries to deal with her pregnancy and Ian’s cancer treatment. However, she is constantly worried about him and whether or not he will be okay.
The movie ends with a happy ending, as Ian recovers from his cancer and Miranda gives birth to their baby girl. The family is then shown spending Christmas together as they start their new life.
Movies in Order by IMDB Rating
| Movies | Rating on IMDB |
|---|---|
| Finding Father Christmas (2016) | 6.9/10 |
| Engaging Father Christmas (2017) | 6.9/10 |
| Marrying Father Christmas (2018) | 6.3/10 |
Other Popular Television Film Series From Hallmark To Binge Watch?
- All Of My Heart Movies
- Morning Show Mystery Movies
- Love Comes Softly Movies
- Picture Perfect Mysteries Movies
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- Matchmaker Mystery Movies
- Martha’s Vineyard Movies
- Darrow and Darrow Mystery Movies
- Gourmet Detective Movies
- Crossword Mystery Movies
- Garage Sale Mystery Movies
- Hailey Dean Mystery Movies
- Natalie Wood Mysteries Movies
- Aurora Teagarden Mysteries Movies
- Flower Shop Mysteries Movies
FAQs
Are All of The Father Christmas Movies Part of The Same Series?
Yes, all of the Father Christmas movies are part of the same series. They follow Miranda Chester’s story, who discovers her father is Santa Claus. The movies follow her as she tries to find her place in the world and find love.
Do You Need To Watch Father Christmas Movies In Order?
No, you do not need to watch the Father Christmas movies in order. However, it is recommended to help you understand the story better.
What are the Father Christmas movies about?
The Father Christmas movies follow the story of Miranda Chester, who discovers that her father is Santa Claus. The movies follow her as she tries to find her place in the world and find love.
What Is The Best Father’s Christmas Movie?
The best Father Christmas movie is Engaging Father Christmas. This movie is the most heartwarming and romantic of the three movies. It follows Miranda as she tries to find her place in the world and find love.
What Happened At The End Of Finding Father Christmas?
At the end of Finding Father Christmas, Miranda and Ian get married. They share a kiss in front of the fireplace at the cottage as they start their new life together.
Where can I watch Father Christmas?
The Father Christmas movies are available to watch on DVD.
Conclusion
Father Christmas is an amazing romantic movie series to watch during Christmastime. It is the perfect series to watch with your family and loved ones. So curl up on the couch, grab some popcorn, and enjoy these heartwarming movies.
In this article, we discussed the Father Christmas movies in order. We also answered some frequently asked questions about the series.
Finally, we provided a list of other popular television film series from Hallmark that you can binge-watch. So if you’re you’re looking for something to watch this holiday season, be sure to check out these great movies. Thanks for reading!
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