Finding Mr. Christmas

Jonathan Bennett leads the search for the next Hallmark Hunk

2024

Reality

10 men compete in a series of festive challenges that will showcase their acting chops and their holiday spirit. Jonathan Bennett hosts while these lovable guys vie to become the next Hallmark leading man.

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Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

October 31, 2024

Last Aired

December 20, 2025

Networks

Hallmark Channel, Hallmark+

Created By

Jonathan Bennett, Ben Roy

Trailers & Videos

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

The Hunt for Mr. Christmas

Air date: 2024-10-31

Ten unknown talents compete for the role of a lifetime-a leading role in a Hallmark Christmas movie. Host Jonathan Bennett invites Erin Cahill to be their first scene partner.

Mr. December

Air date: 2024-10-31

Nine unknown talents compete in a Mr. December photoshoot where fan fav Tyler Hynes helps them navigate celebrity photographers, Hallmark Superfans, and demanding co-stars.

Falling for You

Air date: 2024-11-07

After battling tangled Christmas lights, the contestants learn their next scene partner is Hallmark's Brooke D'Orsay. Not only must they learn their lines, but they've got to act on ice!

The Talented Mr. Christmas

Air date: 2024-11-14

The remaining men tackle an outdoor holiday-themed obstacle course, then show their stuff in a Mr. Christmas talent show. And, a backstage surprise with Keltie Knight from E! News.

Laughing All the Way

Air date: 2024-11-21

The remaining men decide if they want to bring someone back. A festive faceoff squeezes every ounce of energy out of the guys, they try improv with some special scene partners.

The Festive Five

Air date: 2024-11-28

Five leading men face an emotional acting scene with Rachel Boston, directed by Ali Liebert. Contestants must draw on events from their past to help them make the sad scene believable.

A Christmas Waltz

Air date: 2024-12-05

During a frosty festive faceoff, the guys must trust each other. Choreographer Witney Carson teaches the remaining men dances to perform before an audience, including surprise guests.

Our Christmas Star

Air date: 2024-12-12

The finalists film their most difficult scene yet, kiss included! One man's life is changed forever when he wins a leading role in a Hallmark Christmas movie.

Cast

Jonathan Bennett

Self - Host

Melissa Peterman

Self - Judge

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