Snowed-Inn Christmas (2017 TV Movie) User Reviews

Delightful Christmas romance

[Ed-Shullivan · 8/10 · 28 November 2020]

Actress Bethany Joy Lenz who plays Jenna Hudson is not only beautiful but she is a great actress playing opposite Andrew W. Walker who plays Kevin Jenner who for this made for TV Christmas romance are competing writers both looking for their next big story to make them famous. So by accident, or the grace of God they both end up landing their plane in a quaint unknown little town called Santa Claus, Indiana which is overflowing with the Christmas spirit and some weird photographs from centuries past. Which they discover while staying at the local town's Inn owned by none other than the sweet elderly couple named Carol and Christopher Winters played by Belinda Montgomery and John B. Lowe.

Kevin has not been home for a couple of years now during the Christmas season as he has not forgiven himself for a past family transgression. The banter that goes back and forth between the two competing story writers that are both handsome leads of Jenna and Kevin is sweet and playful.

What Mrs. Shullivan and I both enjoyed was their very happy ending and how Kevin and his new love Jenna accomplished their task of writing the perfect story and enjoying this Christmas as a couple.

This is a delightful Christmas romance story well deserving of an 8 out of 10 IMDB rating.

Well worth staying at

[TheLittleSongbird · 8/10 · 10 August 2021]

Have said many times about my love of Christmas and getting a lot of pleasure out of in particular watching films, cartoons and specials during this period, something that most years has been much needed. Wanted to see some more festive films that were more recent, lower in budget and were not childhood favourites, so in a way to broaden my horizons and have been doing so since November 2019. The idea of the film did sound predictable and similar to other hotel etc-set Lifetime/Hallmark films.

Some though have had formulaic stories but managed to have not over-simplistic or formulaic. 'Snowed-Inn Christmas' turned out to be one of those films and was a lovely surprise. It does a lot right and avoids, or at least to me it did, most of the traps that Christmas films with similar basic plotlines or follow a certain formula often do. Don't be put off by the pretty terrible and incredibly cheesy title which doesn't do the film justice in any shape or form. The title indicates a film that would be very cheesily and sappily written and something more of the same, but 'Snowed-Inn Christmas' was more than that and is one of Lifetime's better films in recent years.

It doesn't fit my definition of a masterpiece, something that nobody should expect from Lifetime. Is predictable, no doubt about it, with an ending that can be seen a mile away and story elements seen many times before.

Really though, to me there was very little wrong (the only other problem being some of the dialogue being on the contrived and cheesy side). Of the recently seen Christmas films from recent years with similar plots and similar budgets, 'Snowed-Inn Christmas' is easily one of the best ones.

Moreover, 'Snowed-Inn Christmas' looks lovely, with scenery that captures the festive spirit very well pleasingly shot. The soundtrack also adds to the atmosphere and is easy to remember, the music does vary in Lifetime films and can be intrusive but it wasn't here for me. The script mixes amusing comedy, sweet romance and not too sentimental drama with ease and good balance, having personality too.

The story is predictable but also very charming, easy to engage with and heart-warming. Any tensions never got too dark or complicated and there wasn't anything that felt aimless. The characters were more likeable and interesting than most similar characters and are further advantaged by strong performances from Bethany Joy Lenz (spirited and charming) and Andrew W. Walker (easy going and never stiff), who shares a chemistry that rings true and is sweet. Belinda Montgomery and John B. Lowe are solid support. The characters are not too perfect but any not so positive character traits are not overwritten at the same time.

Overall, very lovely surprise. 8/10.

All in for this exemplary Xmas romcom

[frukuk · 6/10 · 23 November 2019]

A carefully crafted script, brought to life by the perfectly convincing performances of Joy Lenz and Andrew Walker. Joy Lenz is the buttoned-up perfectionist and Andrew Walker is perfectly placed to unbutton her.

These 2 are a delight to watch!!

[TheDyingGirl · 6/10 · 15 September 2019]

Didn't love the story line but I have to admit these 2 have amazing chemistry and banter. My second movie from the both of them and they are great actors. Bottled with love was much better still this one wasn't too bad

When can I see it again?

[MIssM19 · 9/10 · 8 January 2018]

Why did it took me like 2 weeks to find out about this movie? About Andrew W. Walker and Bethany Joy Lenz working together?

I'm used to watching more Hallmark and I saw a few Lifetime movies that I did not like and i'm glad this changed that. I finished this movie with such a smile that I was already thinking when I could see it again. The story itself it's good but the performances and chemistry take it to another level. Both Andrew and Bethany nailed their performances in every aspect.

I really hope these two get to work together again.

Just your average lifetime movie

[dianamarinelli · 6/10 · 7 December 2020]

It's just your typical lifetime movie with all the romance/Christmas cliches and the Santa plot line really threw me off but it's worth a watch

the perfect Christmas rom com

[Katelynjjj · 10/10 · 17 December 2017]

Loved this movie! All the feels in all the right places with lots of laughs along the way. Bethany Joy Lenz and Andrew Walker have great chemistry... Christmas miracles are real! So happy to have stumbled across this gem. Will be adding it to my regular line up for sure!

Pleasantly Surprised

[katrinatiebel · 6/10 · 2 December 2019]

I'm a bit of a grinch when it comes to cheesy Christmas movies yet I still find myself watching them. I stumbled upon this one and was pleasantly surprised. Yes it's predictable, cheesy and Hallmark cliche, however I absolutely loved the lead characters. They had witty dialogue and chemistry. A huge shout out to the actress that played their boss, she was perfectly cast and owned her small role.

good acting saves this film

[omijer · 9/10 · 21 December 2017]

By this time of year..a week before Christmas, one can pretty much expect to have seen every movie plot permutation possible. The formula is time-tested, it is comforting in its familiarity, and always gives the viewer a smile when the happy ending arrives. While this film meets all those criteria, it stands out because of the excellent acting involved, as well as the intelligent, snappy dialogue. Andrew Walker is a marvelous actor, with a vast store of acting talent..He has a range of facial expressions, delivers dialogue with appropriate feeling, and is extremely attractive and appealing..In all his movies, he offers a true depiction of his character..There is never anything bland or repetitious about his acting...Bethany Joy Lenz is gifted in any role she undertakes. She has an intelligent demeanor, she has a range of expressions..and to her credit, unlike other holiday movie actresses, she does not spend her time on screen giggling or frantically smiling. One feature of this type of movie that might be thought about more carefully by the writers or producers is the cliche moment when the male and female leads are a moment away from their first kiss..the heroine's ex always appears. It is predictable, it is almost a joke by now, and it really interrupts any originality of the moment..There must be a way to re-think this cliche moment because the viewer is so used to it, it is actually comical when it happens in every film.

This is a really appealing movie..Give it a chance..You will smile , for sure.

Good Enough

[PennyReviews · 6/10 · 17 January 2020]

Though it was predictable, this one was a sweet, warm christmas story. The fantasy part, though, was a bit unnecessary. But, the love story was good.

Finally...a good...no, great new Christmas movie

[docm-32304 · 9/10 · 24 December 2019]

Yes...if you are sick of the glut of banal Hallmark style romance movies that come out at this time of year that use Christmas as a setting to try to suck viewers in to watching them, you will be very pleasantly surprised with this one. True, it is a romance movie, but it is also one of the rare ones that sews Christmas magic into the fabric of the film. I'm one of those people who feels that it's not the time of the year that makes a movie a "Christmas"movie. Other that White Christmas (the exception) I want to see Christmas magic...fantasy, escapism, wonderment. That for me is what makes a Christmas movie special. This movie has it all...romance, fantasy, wonder, great settings and I love "Rudolph"...what a classic. Joy Lenz is a refreshing beauty in this one and the Winters bring a nice piece of tradition to the film. If there's one newer movie to watch this holiday season, make it this one. I highly recomment

Perfect romantic movie.

[phogle-72188 · 17 December 2017]

Great writing with a small twist. Going to be a Christmas tradition here!

Dancing

[jzh-31079 · 6/10 · 5 March 2019]

Loved the movie and story line. Great acting! Dance scenes as terrible, couples dancing to a different beat when it was a slow dance, they looked stupid!

weak remake of THE FLIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

[Dunham16 · 5/10 · 17 December 2017]

This is a remake of a film in which the hero and heroine happen to catch the same flight home for the holidays which is stranded en route in a storm. They are stuck overnight in a horrid, overcrowded airport when by magic they are invited to stay at a charming inn where they learn the spirit of Christmas and more about their own companionship options. Well known performers Ryan McPartland and Mayim Bialik do a better job than this choppily visually and soundtrack edited upddate which seems unpleasant to watch because neither the visual nor the soundtrack seem to emulate the spirit of Christmas. Just enough good snippets not and then to avoid a lower raiting but not one I would watch a second time.

Sooooooo Good!

[rebekahrox · 9/10 · 22 November 2020]

With Bethany Joy Lenz and Andrew Walker taking the lead, how can it not be at least good? The popular duo play 2 journalist colleagues sent to Aspen to compete for top spot at their magazine. They both are "off" Christmas. Andrew, because he can't bear to go home to his lovely family since his Dad died. Bethany, because her boyfriend just dumped her after looking forward to spending it with him and his family. They get stranded in Santa Claus, Indiana, at a B & B run by Mr. And Mrs. Winter with both trying to find a Christmas story there that will save their jobs. Rivalry leads to mutual appreciation, liking, then love, even though they are so different from each other.

Andrew's character seems a little sneaky at first. But when he finds out Bethany was an unadopted orphan who made up her happy Christmas tradition stories, he takes her to his nearby home so she can have the family Christmas she has always dreamed of. It was sweet and touching and embodied the true spirit of Christmas.

Bethany realizes right away that there is something magical and mysterious going on with the B & B and the Winters. The fantasy is handled with wonder and without silliness thanks to Belinda Montgomery and John B. Lowe who play the couple and the excellent script. When she finds a photograph of the Winters dated 1842...Well. I will say no more, but she knows she has her story. If only she can find a certificate designating the Inn as a property of historical significance that will prevent it's demolition. Yes, there is that going on as well.

The only quibble I had was when bad boyfriend showed up, she took way too long to dump him. The actors all shine in this one, with a special shout out to Tasha Scott, a former Tyler Perry stand-out, who made the small part of their boss entertaining and special. The last short scene with "The Winters" is worth a an extra star all by itself.

Amazing on-screen chemistry, funny and definitely one of the best!

[bethanyjoycentral · 10/10 · 18 December 2017]

Bethany Joy Lenz and Andrew Walker are so magnetic on screen - the tension built up quite nicely without dragging. It was refreshing to watch the witty back and forth, especially since they were given the liberty to improvise some of the lines. It felt very natural. The pay off at the end was amazing!! Loved, loved, loved it. Hoping Lifetime will take notice and give these two a show! Make it happen.

Will watch again!

[stephjsutherland · 10/10 · 18 December 2017]

Clever and charming this is the perfect feel good Christmas movie to snuggle up and watch over the holidays. :)

This one works.

[LukeCustomer2 · 8/10 · 5 December 2018]

While I think this movie has a terrible title and also I do not like the subplot about the owners of the inn and their connection to the real life Santa Claus, this move works much better than the standard Christmas fare. In large part, as has been noted this is due to the main actors who are both very good actors (and actually will someone give Andrew Walker a non lifetime / Hallmark movie? He has earned it). Bethany Joy Lenz and Walker play fellow reporters at an online magazine. As you do, they live in their own little work world hardly even knowing each other until they are pitted against each other at Christmas, tasked with writing a story or losing a job. Both are determined to win but get diverted from their original location to the small town of Santa Claus Indiana. While there they get to know each other they fall in love. Without giving too much away these stories typically do not have enough plot to establish a real feeling relationship but this did and the actors sold it pretty well. There is one sour note right at the very end but still the vast majority of the move is worth it.

Good but could've been better (slight spoiler but you know it's coming)

[musicalfreakgurl · 11 September 2019]

I only wanted to watch this because of Bethany Joy Lenz as she is one of my favorite actresses. The movie for the most part is good except for the ending. I know everyone wants a HEA but add some realism into these Hallmark movies. There's no way she'd choose either guy like that at a drop of a hat.

Well, no one in their right mind would. I hated that part. The ending sucked. Would've been better if she choose to see Kevin on Christmas since he wrote the article for both of them and then let her resolve her feeling about both men later.

But meh, I know it's a Hallmark move but come on start adding REAL LIFE into them!! Please!!

Snowed inn

[mteske-97539 · 1/10 · 9 December 2020]

They are snowed "inn" in a town that averages 8" of snow a year. I don't understand how one can be snowed In with that small amount. So unrealistic.

Bethany Joy Lenz is one of the best.

[Racingphan2 · 8/10 · 9 December 2020]

Ms. Lenz is just adorable here. She's not only beautiful, but vulnerable and quirkily funny. Andrew Walker is of course the best romantic foil for a spirited lead like Bethany Joy. I have added Santa Claus Indiana to my travel plans!

Andrew Walker Shines Again

[Christmas-Reviewer · 8/10 · 3 January 2018]

I HAVE REVIEWED OVER 400 ( C H R I S T M A S ) MOVIES AND SPECIALS.

PLEASE BEWARE OF SOME REVIEWERS THAT ONLY HAVE ONLY ONE REVIEW. WHEN ITS A POSITIVE THERE IS A GOOD CHANCE THEY WERE INVOLVED WITH THE PRODUCTION. NOW I HAVE NO AGENDA! I REVIEW MOVIES & SPECIALS AS A WAY TO KEEP TRACK OF WHAT I HAVE SEEN! I HAVE DISCOVERED MANY GEMS IN MY QUEST TO SEE AS MANY " C H R I S T M A S " MOVIES AS I CAN.

Someone keeps reporting my reviews. I guess they are jealous because I do tell the truth. I want to point out that I never make snide remarks about actors weight or real life sexual orientation. If there acting is terrible or limited "I talk about that". If a story is bad "I will mention that" So why am I being "picked on"? IMDB will not even tell me what someone found offensive. Well on to the review

"Christmas Theme" films seem to cast the same people regardless of who makes them. Andrew Walker is one actor they pops up frequently. I first saw and liked him in "A Bride For Christmas". Since then I have seen him in 3 or 4 other "Christmas Movies" . I can see why he is cast. He is nice looking and has "Chemistry" with every leading lady. This film is no different. However it is Above Average.

Now in this film Andrew plays Kevin Jenner. a Co-worker of his named Jenna Hudson volunteer for a special assignment at Christmas. After they become stranded by a snowstorm in Santa Claus, Ind., their original plans on stories change and the storm re-sets their lives.

This film is a very sweet. Again this is Andrew Walkers chance to shine again but he is so good in every scene and he makes you really care about every thing that is happening to him.

This is a winner

Great casting

[slmccorm · 9/10 · 19 December 2017]

Very enjoyable, I will watch again. So much better than most of the Hallmark movies being pushed out. This one took the time to find the right cast, writers and director

Predictable? Oh Yeah. But Surprisingly Charming

[elliewarner · 8/10 · 19 November 2018]

Yes these Christmas stories are a dime a dozen. Yes these churned out movies can be crushingly boring and laughable. Because of the two lead characters, however, Snowed-In Christmas transcends. Walker and Lenz have great chemistry and timing. He is especially charming and more believable as a romantic male lead than a lot of these made for TV movies. They hooked me right in to the predictable story line. The emphasis on simple nuclear family experiences and togetherness becoming treasured and meaningful traditions is heartwarming and rare. Yep, I loved the movie.

Favorite Christmas movie

[BubbleTV · 25 December 2021]

"Snowed-Inn Christmas" has everything you could ever ask for :

An amazing co-workers-enemies-to-friends-to-lovers story, the chemistry between Joy and Andrew is incredible.

So much heart, humor, sweet moments. And a touch of Christmas magic.

All these ingredients put together and you get a movie that is going to bring you joy every time you watch it ❤

Big BONUS, it doesn't end abruptly like many Christmas movies. They gifted us with "One year later" scenes and it's absolutely amazing.

I love this movie so much that I watch it all year long, so the Christmas magic is always around !