A Town Without Christmas

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  • TV-G
  • 2001
  • 1 hr 31 min
  • 6.2  (885)

In the heartwarming holiday movie A Town Without Christmas, viewers are transported to the quaint town of Seacliff, California. It's a place where Christmas is a beloved tradition, and the entire community comes together to celebrate their shared joy and love for the season. But this year, something is different. A little boy named Travis (played by Max Morrow) writes a letter to Santa Claus, asking for a very special gift. He wants to see his father again. Travis's dad, a soldier deployed overseas, has been missing in action for months, and the boy is heartbroken without him.

When Travis's letter is accidentally intercepted by the town's postal worker, Jesse (Rick Roberts), it sets off a chain of events that threatens to ruin Christmas for everyone. Jesse, who has been struggling with grief and loss of his own, becomes obsessed with finding Travis's father and bringing him home for the holidays. Along the way, he enlists the help of a local newspaper reporter, Susan (Patricia Heaton), and a wise old man named Nelson (Ernie Hudson).

As Jesse and his team search for answers about Travis's dad, they begin to uncover some dark secrets about the town's past. They learn about a tragedy that happened many years ago, when a group of children disappeared without a trace. Could Travis's father be connected to this mystery? And can Jesse and his friends find him before it's too late?

A Town Without Christmas is a charming and heartwarming movie that captures the magic of the holiday season. Patricia Heaton delivers a wonderful performance as Susan, a single mom and journalist who is determined to uncover the truth about Travis's dad. She brings a sense of warmth and humor to the film, along with her signature wit and intelligence.

Rick Roberts is equally captivating as Jesse, the postal worker who becomes a local hero as he searches for answers about Travis's father. Roberts portrays Jesse as a man haunted by his own demons, but who finds redemption in helping others. His chemistry with Heaton is palpable, and the two actors create a believable and touching relationship onscreen.

Ernie Hudson shines as Nelson, the town's wise old sage who has seen it all and has a few secrets of his own. Hudson brings a sense of gravitas to the film, and his scenes with Morrow are some of the most poignant of the movie.

Overall, A Town Without Christmas is a delightful and heartwarming holiday movie that is sure to become a classic. It has all the elements of a great Christmas movie: a charming small town, a heartwarming story, and a message of hope and love. With its talented cast and timeless story, this film is a must-watch for anyone who loves the holiday season.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2001
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-G
  • Runtime
    1 hr 31 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.2  (885)