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Romantic comedy

Candy Cane Candidate (2021): Cast

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Candy Cane Candidate is a 2021 romantic comedy directed by Pat Kiely, starring Jacky Lai as Julia, Jake Epstein and Daniel Nguyen. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Candy Cane Candidate (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Pat Kiely
Genres
Romance , Comedy
Original language
English
Studio
MarVista Entertainment
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Candy Cane Candidate About?

The premise of Candy Cane Candidate without spoilers.

After a disappointing loss in her city council campaign, Julia retreats to her hometown of North Falls for a Christmas holiday. Seeking solace in eggnog and cookies, her escape is complicated when she unexpectedly encounters Parker, her former high school rival. Years ago, Parker defeated her in the race for senior class president, and their paths crossing again stirs up old memories and unresolved feelings during the festive season.

Candy Cane Candidate Themes & Keywords

· 29 tags
  • christmas
  • christmas romance
  • boston massachusetts
  • election defeat
  • female protagonist
  • city wide election
  • new england
  • old rivals
  • mayoral election
  • gay romantic subplot
  • christmas tree lighting
  • pictionary
+17 more
  • toy drive
  • mayoral debate
  • christmas eve
  • election day
  • job interview
  • sock hop
  • photo album
  • barn
  • apology
  • gay kiss
  • pros and cons list
  • kissing under the mistletoe
  • three word title
  • television movie
  • christmas movie
  • holiday season
  • holiday romance
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Cast & crew

Candy Cane Candidate Cast & Characters

Jacky Lai leads the cast as Julia, with Jake Epstein as Parker and Daniel Nguyen as Noah. Directed by Pat Kiely; 6 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Candy Cane Candidate

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From the director

More from Pat Kiely

More films directed by Pat Kiely: A Gingerbread Christmas, Christmas in My Heart, Cupids on Beacon Street and Christmas Ever After.

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Candy Cane Candidate Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “კარამელის კანდიდატი” and “La campagne Candy Cane”.

Also known as
  • კარამელის კანდიდატი
  • La campagne Candy Cane
  • La campagne de Candy Cane
  • Карамельный кандидат
  • A karácsonyi jelölt

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FAQ

Candy Cane Candidate FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Candy Cane Candidate, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Candy Cane Candidate?

Candy Cane Candidate runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Candy Cane Candidate released?

Candy Cane Candidate was released on December 20, 2021.

Who directed Candy Cane Candidate?

Candy Cane Candidate was directed by Pat Kiely.

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Who is in the cast of Candy Cane Candidate?

Candy Cane Candidate stars Jacky Lai as Julia, Jake Epstein as Parker and Daniel Nguyen as Noah, among 6 credited actors.

Does Candy Cane Candidate have a post-credit scene?

No. Candy Cane Candidate has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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