A Cozy Christmas Inn (2022): Cast & Ratings
A Cozy Christmas Inn is a 2022 romantic comedy directed by Peter Sullivan, starring Jodie Sweetin as Erika McNicoll, Vivica A. Fox and Alireza Mirmontazeri. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. Its Echo Score is 36/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Peter Sullivan
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Hybrid
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is A Cozy Christmas Inn About?
The premise of A Cozy Christmas Inn without spoilers.
A driven real estate executive, Erika, journeys to Alaska during the festive season with the goal of acquiring a charming bed and breakfast. To her surprise, she discovers the inn is owned by her former flame. As she spends time in the picturesque town, she begins to fall for the local atmosphere and finds herself reconnecting with her ex, leading to unexpected romantic possibilities.
A Cozy Christmas Inn Cast & Characters
Jodie Sweetin leads the cast as Erika McNicoll, with Vivica A. Fox as Sharon and Alireza Mirmontazeri as Party Guest. Directed by Peter Sullivan; 15 actors are credited in all.
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Director Peter Sullivan
- Jodie Sweetin as Erika McNicoll
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Vivica A. Fox as Sharon -
Alireza Mirmontazeri as Party Guest - Yolanda Stange as Alana
Also Starring in A Cozy Christmas Inn
· 11 more- Brian Doyle-Murray Frank Holliday
- Scott Christopher Ed
- Peter Jacobson Martin
- David O'Donnell Andy Holliday
- Kim Shaw Joy
- Melanie Nelson Dina
- Jennifer Aspen Claire
- Anita Rice Faith Holliday
- Antonio D. Charity Oscar
- Page Petrucka Hattie
- Jessica Deshong Stephanie
More from Peter Sullivan
More films directed by Peter Sullivan, best-rated first: Fatal Affair, Secret Obsession, The Merry Gentlemen and You Better Watch Out.
A Cozy Christmas Inn Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 36/100, strongest in art & craft (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (33).
A Cozy Christmas Inn Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, A Cozy Christmas Inn delivers a modestly entertaining holiday premise but is hampered by a weak script and uneven performances. Reviewers note occasional strengths such as pleasant scenery and a solid supporting turn by David O'Donnell, yet the film largely feels like a tired sequel with limited originality. The combination of drab direction, lackluster chemistry, and predictable plot results in low rewatch appeal, positioning the movie in the lower‑mid range of quality.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of art and craft, the film offers some appealing visuals, with reviewers praising the nice Alaskan scenery. However, direction and production design are described as drab, and the music and decorations are criticized as fake and uninspired. The editing does not receive specific praise, suggesting a conventional approach. Overall, the technical execution is serviceable but lacks distinction.
- Character & Emotion 40
When evaluating character and emotion, performances are mixed. Jodie Sweetin receives both commendation for her caring portrayal and criticism for a half‑hearted delivery, while the chemistry between her and David O'Donnell is described as bland. Supporting actors are noted as overacting, though O'Donnell’s charisma is highlighted as a positive. The ensemble thus provides uneven emotional resonance.
- Story & Flow 40
Regarding story and flow, the narrative is seen as a rehash of familiar Hallmark tropes, with many reviewers calling the script weak and the pacing pedestrian. The love‑story premise feels contrived, and dialogue is rated only decent. Some viewers find the plot understandable without the predecessor, yet the overall originality and engagement are limited.
- Sensory Experience 38
In the sensory experience, the soundtrack and sound design are described as drab, and holiday decorations appear cheap. Visuals benefit from the natural Alaskan backdrop, which some reviewers find appealing. Nonetheless, the overall sensory cohesion is modest, offering little beyond the standard Hallmark aesthetic.
- Rewatch Factor 33
For rewatch factor, the film is generally regarded as a one‑time viewing. Reviewers note limited replay value, citing predictable plot and lack of compelling elements. While some find the movie enjoyable enough for a single watch, most do not see it as worth returning to.
A Cozy Christmas Inn Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.
- Teaser Preview
A Cozy Christmas Inn Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Christmas Under Wraps 2: Holliday Inn Love” and “Sotto il cielo del Natale”.
- Also known as
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- Christmas Under Wraps 2: Holliday Inn Love
- Sotto il cielo del Natale
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A Cozy Christmas Inn FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Cozy Christmas Inn, each answered in a sentence.
How long is A Cozy Christmas Inn?
A Cozy Christmas Inn runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was A Cozy Christmas Inn released?
A Cozy Christmas Inn was released on October 28, 2022.
Who directed A Cozy Christmas Inn?
A Cozy Christmas Inn was directed by Peter Sullivan.
More films by Peter Sullivan Who is in the cast of A Cozy Christmas Inn?
A Cozy Christmas Inn stars Jodie Sweetin as Erika McNicoll, Vivica A. Fox as Sharon and Alireza Mirmontazeri as Party Guest, among 15 credited actors.
Does A Cozy Christmas Inn have a post-credit scene?
No. A Cozy Christmas Inn has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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