All we know About Sasha Pieterse & Mitchell Slaggert-led film A Carpenter Christmas Romance

Sarah Drew is back to heat up your holiday season! After making waves with A Cowboy Christmas Romance—Lifetime's first-ever movie to feature a sex scene—she’s returning with A Carpenter Christmas Romance, another captivating holiday flick acquired by the network. This film promises to deliver a mix of naughty and nice, just in time to spice up your Christmas movie marathon.

We didn’t expect to be so excited for a Lifetime movie, but here we are. Between the holiday charm and the unexpected allure of a Pretty Little Liars star, this is one film you’ll want to keep on your radar. Sasha Pieterse, known for her role as Alison DiLaurentis, stars alongside Mitchell Slaggert in this delightful holiday romance that’s sure to keep you glued to your screen.

So, what’s coming next for this festive film? We've got the inside scoop on everything from casting updates to the thrilling surprises that will make this holiday movie unforgettable. You won’t want to miss a thing! Stay tuned as we continue to update this article with all the latest info on A Carpenter Christmas Romance.

Release date & Where to Watch

A Carpenter Christmas Romance will premiere on Lifetime on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at 8 pm ET. If you miss the live broadcast, you can stream it the next day on the Lifetime app. 

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What’s the plot of A Carpenter Christmas Romance?

In A Carpenter Christmas Romance, novelist Andrea retreats to her family’s farmhouse in Wildwood to escape the uproar over her latest book, where fans are protesting the potential death of their favorite character. 

There, she unexpectedly reconnects with Seth, her former crush and a skilled woodworker helping to rebuild the town after a devastating fire. As the two collaborate to restore Wildwood's Christmas spirit, sparks fly. Will their romance be a fleeting holiday fling, or can they build a lasting love together?

Who’s Starring in A Carpenter Christmas Romance?

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• Sasha Pieterse (Pretty Little Liars, The Image of You) as Andrea Metcalf
• Mitchell Slaggert (The Sex Lives of College Girls) as Seth Ferguson
• Kaley McCormack as Ella Metcalf
• Asia King as Aiko
• Chris Gann as William Ferguson
• Zuri Hall as Vanessa
• Sam Myerson as Chance
• Amanda McCants as Cindy
• J. Rene Pena as Martha
• Fiona Aoi Williams as Pearl
• Charles Karafotas as Santa
• Shelby Ally as Villager
• Omar Aragones as Hector
• Khalen Roman Sanchez as Aiden

Is There a Trailer for A Carpenter Christmas Romance?

In the trailer for A Carpenter Christmas Romance, Ella warns, "The minute somebody gets close to you, you end it." But will Andrea take the risk and open her heart? If she does, she could finally find her own happy ending, instead of just writing them for others. Watch the full trailer below.

Behind the Scenes

A Carpenter Christmas Romance is the latest addition to Lifetime's holiday movie lineup, produced by Autumn Federici and Jake Helgren for The Ninth House in association with Apex Content Ventures. 

Written and executive produced by Grey's Anatomy alum Sarah Drew, the film follows the success of her previous project, A Cowboy Christmas Romance. Drew, who also serves as executive producer, promises more spiciness this holiday season, having noticed a strong audience for steamy Christmas romance films.
Directed by Jake Helgren, A Carpenter Christmas Romance is part of Lifetime's It’s a Wonderful Lifetime holiday slate, alongside other films like The Holiday Junkie with Jennifer Love Hewitt and A Very Merry Beauty Salon with Tia Mowry. Fans can expect a mix of holiday warmth and romance, with a dash of spice.