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I'll Be Home for Christmas

  • TV Movie
  • 2016
  • TV-G
  • 1h 24m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
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James Brolin, Mena Suvari, Faras, Zeus, and Giselle Eisenberg in I'll Be Home for Christmas (2016)
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Jackie Foster (Suvari), is a dynamic Assistant District Attorney and single mom. But when Jackie's estranged dad, Jack (Brolin), a gruff retired police officer, unexpectedly shows up at her ... Read allJackie Foster (Suvari), is a dynamic Assistant District Attorney and single mom. But when Jackie's estranged dad, Jack (Brolin), a gruff retired police officer, unexpectedly shows up at her door, they will be forced to confront old wounds.Jackie Foster (Suvari), is a dynamic Assistant District Attorney and single mom. But when Jackie's estranged dad, Jack (Brolin), a gruff retired police officer, unexpectedly shows up at her door, they will be forced to confront old wounds.

  • Director
    • James Brolin
  • Writer
    • Robin Bernheim
  • Stars
    • James Brolin
    • Mena Suvari
    • Giselle Eisenberg
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    3K
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    • Director
      • James Brolin
    • Writer
      • Robin Bernheim
    • Stars
      • James Brolin
      • Mena Suvari
      • Giselle Eisenberg
    • 25User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    James Brolin
    James Brolin
    • Jack Foster
    Mena Suvari
    Mena Suvari
    • Jackie Foster
    Giselle Eisenberg
    Giselle Eisenberg
    • Gracie Foster
    John Reardon
    John Reardon
    • Mike Kelly
    Jacob Blair
    Jacob Blair
    • Rand Edwards
    Angela Asher
    Angela Asher
    • Suzi Tate
    Laura Miyata
    Laura Miyata
    • Linda Parker
    Dale Whibley
    Dale Whibley
    • Luke Tate
    Marcia Bennett
    Marcia Bennett
    • Adele
    Sharon Lewis
    Sharon Lewis
    • Detective Ramirez
    Chantal Quesnelle
    Chantal Quesnelle
    • Candice Edwards
    Chris Gillett
    Chris Gillett
    • Blair Edwards
    Daniel Kash
    Daniel Kash
    • Chief Ed Haller
    Leigh Elliott
    • Jackie's Assistant
    • (as Leigh Elliot)
    Evalyn Fox
    • Zoe
    • (as Evalyn Claire Fox)
    Meredith Zwicker
    • Zoe's Mom
    Kayla Dumont
    Kayla Dumont
    • Vet Technician
    Michael Vincent Dagostino
    • Auction Guard
    • Director
      • James Brolin
    • Writer
      • Robin Bernheim
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews25

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    9InitforREEL

    Wonderful Performances

    This is a movie I'll look forward to watching many times. A true to heart lesson about going home to right any wrongs. An enjoyable performance by Giselle Eisenberg and an amazing performance by both James Brolin and Mena Suvari, the three of them create a family unit that is sometimes stressful, but continually moving forward to an unbreakable family bond. Fabulous movie!
    8dorothyexeter

    Love Overcomes All

    Contrary to many of the negative reviews of this film, my view is that this film is one of the better Hallmark films.

    If more Hallmarks had such diversity, then perhaps there would be more of the regular population who would view them, not just the "sappy typical" females (and some males) that many view as the "chick flick" type!

    The roles played may be of the same "title" as others, but the characters were more unique than the typical characters in too many Hallmark films. It is great to see diversity in the characters of the higher quality Hallmarks.

    I highly recommend this film.

    It illustrates humour, caring, and love with a little different plot and a pleasure to watch as the characters blend with each other to enhance each other's characters. We continue to learn from each other, right?

    Enjoy!
    8seedeeshopper

    Nice simple movie with no forced social agenda

    A cute simple movie and very refreshing to watch a movie without "Hollywood's " forced social agenda being thrown in your face throughout the movie!
    9gehewe

    I'll Be Watching this one Again- Winner

    We've got James Brolin (76) as a Grinch/Grandpa, an eight year old outspoken grand daughter that steals the show, a beautiful smart daughter with a mismatched boyfriend and a dog. These combine for a great movie. As soon as I saw the interaction between Brolin and the grand daughter Gracie- I was won over. Loved those scenes. Brolin's gruff manner just makes the movie delightful to watch. Also loved Angela Asher with that deep voice.

    This is definitely a winner. Not a dull moment in this movie. Lead actress was delightful. John Reardon role was also good. A touch of Beethoven destruction with the dog.
    8lgander41

    Definitely not a waste of time

    Christmas movies are the best thing on TV right now! Enjoyable story, appealing actors. "Gracie " was the best!

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    • Trivia
      The film features two songs performed by Barbra Streisand, who happens to be director and lead actor James Brolin's wife.
    • Goofs
      When Jackie talks to Mike while he's fixing Jack's jeep, her mouth movement does not match the audible sigh she makes just before she utters the line, "that's for sure".
    • Connections
      References It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
    • Soundtracks
      I'll Be Home for Christmas
      Written by Walter Kent, Kim Gannon and Buck Ram

      Sung by Barbra Streisand

      © Gannon & Kent Music (ASCAP)

      © Piedmont Music Co. (ASCAP)

      [Played over opening title card and credits; reprise leading into and during the end credits]

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    • Release date
      • November 27, 2016 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • Hallmark Movies & Mysteries (United States)
    • Languages
      • English
      • Italian
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Pair of Jacks
    • Filming locations
      • Sudbury, Ontario, Canada(River Falls)
    • Production companies
      • Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
      • World Joy Productions
      • Brad Krevoy Television
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 24m(84 min)
    • Color
      • Color

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