---
title: "A Christmas Wish"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-christmas-wish-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 80544
imdb_id: "tt1577038"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 61
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Christmas Wish (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-christmas-wish-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: A Christmas Wish
Year: 2011
Release Date (US): 11/20/2011
Genres: TV Movie, Family, Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 1h 33m
Synopsis: A broke single mother lands a job at a small town diner where the kindly patrons and staff help her family to have a happy holiday.
Tagline: When all is lost... miracles can happen.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave | Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Craig Clyde
- **Networks / Studios**: Halestorm Entertainment, Film More Entertainment, Stone Five Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kristy Swanson** as *Martha Evans*
- **Edward Herrmann** as *Les McCallum*
- **K.C. Clyde** as *Joe Hopkins*
- **Aline Andrade** as *Clarice Miller*
- **Danielle Chuchran** as *Jeanie Bullington*
- **Tess Harper** as *Trudy Willis*
- **Kirstin Dorn** as *Mel Evans*
- **Kevin Herring III** as *Miles Evans*
- **Mike Hagerty** as *Owen Bullington*
- **Claudia Mejia** as *Carmelita Carnes*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Christmas Wish online?
A Christmas Wish is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Christmas Wish worth watching?
A Christmas Wish holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 61 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Christmas Wish and when was it released?
A Christmas Wish is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2011. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Christmas Wish?
A Christmas Wish was directed by Craig Clyde.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Christmas Wish — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/80544)
- [Every TV Show That Have a Christmas-Themed Episode That Aired Between 1947 and 2023](https://www.imdb.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*