Season 1

2024 · 8 episodes · 5h 31m in all

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.

1. The Hunt for Mr. Christmas
31 Oct 2024 · 42 min
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.
2. Mr. December
31 Oct 2024 · 41 min
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.
3. Falling for You
7 Nov 2024 · 43 min
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!
4. The Talented Mr. Christmas
14 Nov 2024 · 41 min
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.
5. Laughing All the Way
21 Nov 2024 · 41 min
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.
6. The Festive Five
28 Nov 2024 · 41 min
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.
7. A Christmas Waltz
5 Dec 2024 · 41 min
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.
8. Our Christmas Star
12 Dec 2024 · 41 min
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.