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A Princess for Christmas
2011
91 minutes
Director
Michael Damian
Cast
Katie McGrath
Roger Moore
Sam Heughan
Description
A Princess for Christmas" follows Jules Daly, a young woman from Buffalo who becomes the guardian of her niece and nephew after her sister and brother-in-law's untimely death. They receive an unexpected invitation to spend Christmas with the children's estranged grandfather, the Duke of Castlebury, in his European castle. As they adjust to their new royal surroundings, Jules finds herself drawn to the charming Prince Ashton, leading to a fairy-tale romance amidst the holiday festivities.
Professions
Antique Store Manager
Duke
Prince
Settings & Cities
Castlebury, a fictional European principality, during the Christmas season
Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Buffalo, Romania
Castlebury, Romania
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Review
When Hallmark Movies Crown the Queen of Holiday Cheese
In A Princess for Christmas, Hallmark holiday movies go full fairytale with a plot so delightfully over-the-top, you’ll wonder if it was written by a royal elf. Starring Katie McGrath, Roger Moore, and Sam Heughan, this festive flick proves that even struggling nannies can marry into royalty if they show up with enough Christmas spirit and a solid collection of scarves.
Katie McGrath shines as the everywoman whisked off to a European castle so fancy it probably has its own Wi-Fi network. Roger Moore lends his James Bond charm as the grumpy duke who secretly loves Christmas (don’t they all?), while Sam Heughan is the dreamy prince who falls head over heels for Katie—and who probably doubles as a gingerbread architect.
With ball gowns, mistletoe, and just the right amount of royal drama, A Princess for Christmas is a Hallmark holiday movie that’s equal parts glitter and giggles. If you’ve ever wished your family arguments over eggnog were replaced by royal intrigue, this one’s your crowning glory!