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The Christmas Train (film)

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The Christmas Train
Release poster
GenreChristmas Romantic Drama[1]
Based onThe Christmas Train
by David Baldacci
Teleplay by
  • Neal Dobrofsky
  • Tippi Dobrofsky
Directed byRon Oliver
Starring
Music byPeter Allen
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
EditorTony Dean Smith
Running time99 minutes
Production companyFront Street Pictures
Original release
Network
ReleaseNovember 25, 2017 (2017-11-25)[1]

The Christmas Train is a 2017 American Christmas romantic drama television film directed by Ron Oliver and written by Neal Dobrofsky and Tippi Dobrofsky, based on the 2003 novel of the same name by David Baldacci. The film stars Dermot Mulroney, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Danny Glover, and Joan Cusack.

The film premiered on Hallmark Hall of Fame, the Hallmark Channel, and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on November 25, 2017.

Premise

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Journalist Tom Langdon attempts to make it Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in time for Christmas. Taking the train, Tom encounters various passengers including Max Powers, a film producer, Agnes, and a former love, Eleanor Carter.[2][3]

Cast

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Music

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Alongside starring in The Christmas Train, Dermot Mulroney also wrote and sang a song titled "Christmas Train" which can be heard in the film.[6][7]

Release

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The Christmas Train was released on November 25, 2017.[1][8][9][10]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "The Christmas Train (2017) - Ron Oliver - Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related". AllMovie. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  2. ^ Aslanian, Emily (November 22, 2017). "Dermot Mulroney Rides 'The Christmas Train' in Hallmark Channel's Hall of Fame Flick". TV Insider. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  3. ^ Snierson, Dan (November 24, 2017). "See the first clip and trailer for Hallmark's The Christmas Train". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  4. ^ a b c d "The Christmas Train (2017) - Ron Oliver - Cast and Crew". AllMovie. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c Amadi, Grace (December 14, 2023). "10 Best Hallmark Movies Based on Books, Ranked". MovieWeb. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  6. ^ Haven, Riely (November 22, 2017). "The Christmas Train star Dermot Mulroney shares the Hallmark secret for success". Parade. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  7. ^ Kinane, Ruth (November 24, 2017). "Exclusive Clip: The Christmas Train with Dermot Mulroney and Kimberly Williams-Paisley". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  8. ^ Kirk, Alexander (October 20, 2017). "Hallmark releases Christmas movie lineup". News Center Maine. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  9. ^ Cain, Brooke (November 25, 2017). "What to Watch on Saturday: Big names in the cast for Hallmark's 'Christmas Train'". The News & Observer. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
  10. ^ Schwartz, Dana (December 11, 2023). "The 16 best Hallmark Christmas movies". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on September 12, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
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