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Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays (2019): Cast & Ratings

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Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays is a 2019 romantic film directed by Eric Close, starring Kaitlin Doubleday as Harper Ellis, Adrian Grenier and Sunny Mabrey. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes. Its Echo Score is 56/100.

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Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Eric Close
Genre
Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays About?

The premise of Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays without spoilers.

After traveling the world, Harper returns to Memphis and finds work as an au pair for the holidays, employed by wealthy widower Owen. As they collaborate on a festive event at Graceland, a connection sparks between them. Harper begins to appreciate the comfort of being close to her family and faces a heartfelt decision about whether to make Memphis her permanent home.

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Themes & Keywords

· 10 tags
  • christmas
  • graceland
  • christmas in title
  • holiday in title
  • christmas movie
  • christmas season
  • christmas romance
  • place name in title
  • holiday romance
  • memphis tennessee
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Cast & crew

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Cast & Characters

Kaitlin Doubleday leads the cast as Harper Ellis, with Adrian Grenier as Owen Reed and Sunny Mabrey as Maggie. Directed by Eric Close; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays

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From the director

More from Eric Close

More films directed by Eric Close: Sugar Plum Twist, Wedding at Graceland and Christmas at Graceland.

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Ratings

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 56/100, strongest in art & craft (60) and weakest in story & flow (50).

56 /100

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Echo Score Breakdown

Christmas at Graceland delivers a conventional Hallmark formula with a blend of modest production polish and noticeable clichés. Reviewers commend the attractive cast, Memphis setting, and occasional Elvis-infused soundtrack, yet many highlight predictable plot twists, overused dialogue, and lackluster chemistry between leads. The film offers a pleasant, if unremarkable, holiday mood, but its reliance on familiar tropes and visual shortcuts limits broader appeal, resulting in a mixed overall impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 60

    In terms of art and craft, the film benefits from solid production values and an appealing visual presentation of Memphis. Reviewers note attractive set design and well‑executed cinematography, but criticize artificial snow effects and inconsistent makeup work. The direction maintains a steady rhythm, yet editing does not offset the visual shortcuts. Overall, the craftsmanship is competent but not exceptional.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    When assessing character and emotion, performances receive mixed feedback. Some viewers praise the lead actors' charm and the children’s likability, while others point out weak chemistry and stilted portrayals, particularly of Priscilla Presley. The ensemble delivers competent acting, yet the lack of depth and uneven relational dynamics diminish emotional resonance. Consequently, character work is acceptable but falls short of strong engagement.

  • Story & Flow 50

    The story and flow adhere closely to Hallmark conventions, offering a feel‑good holiday premise. Positive remarks cite an enjoyable storyline for fans, but most critiques focus on predictability, recycled themes, and limited conflict. Pacing is described as dragging in places, and the narrative provides few surprises. Overall, the plot is competent yet heavily derivative, resulting in a middling story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Sensory experience is bolstered by an Elvis‑centric soundtrack and well‑produced visual aesthetics. Reviewers appreciate the musical moments and overall polish, though some note the obvious fake snow and repetitive dialogue. Sound design supports the festive mood, and the visual style remains consistent. While not groundbreaking, the sensory elements contribute positively to the viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch factor is mixed; some viewers anticipate returning for the holiday charm and familiar leads, while others consider it a one‑watch experience due to its predictable plot and occasional drag. The film’s pleasant tone and occasional standout performances invite occasional revisits, yet the lack of novelty limits lasting appeal. Overall, the replay value is modest.

Details

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Рождество в Грейсленде: Родина праздника” and “Une famille en cadeau”.

Also known as
  • Рождество в Грейсленде: Родина праздника
  • Une famille en cadeau
  • Natal em Graceland: Em Casa com Amor
  • Navidad en Graceland: hogar para las fiestas

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FAQ

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays released?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays was released on November 23, 2019.

Who directed Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays was directed by Eric Close.

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Who is in the cast of Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays?

Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays stars Kaitlin Doubleday as Harper Ellis, Adrian Grenier as Owen Reed and Sunny Mabrey as Maggie, among 10 credited actors.

Does Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays have a post-credit scene?

No. Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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