---
title: "The Christmas Setup"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-christmas-setup-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 744952
imdb_id: "tt13147656"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 61
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Christmas Setup (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-christmas-setup-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Christmas Setup is a 2020 American-Canadian romantic comedy television film directed by Pat Mills. The film follows the story of New York lawyer Hugo, who heads to Milwaukee with his best friend Madelyn to spend the holidays with his brother Aiden and his mom Kate. Kate is in charge of the local Christmas celebrations and is ever the matchmaker, arranging for Hugo to run into Patrick, who is Hugo's high school friend and secret crush recently returned after a successful stint in Silicon Valley. As they enjoy the local holiday festivities together, Hugo and Patrick's attraction to each other is undeniable, and it appears that Kate's matchmaking efforts are a success. The production marks the first LGBTQ-themed Christmas film ever broadcast by Lifetime. The cast features Ben Lewis as Hugo, Ellen Wong as Madelyn, Blake Lee, and Fran Drescher. The television film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and was released in the United States on December 12, 2020.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Plex, Fandango At Home |
| **Canada (CA)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, iciTouTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Pat Mills
- **Networks / Studios**: Neshama Entertainment, MarVista Entertainment, Wishing Floor Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ben Lewis** as *Hugo Spencer*
- **Blake Lee** as *Patrick Ryan*
- **Fran Drescher** as *Kate Spencer*
- **Ellen Wong** as *Madelyn McKay*
- **Chad Connell** as *Aiden Spencer*
- **Pedro Miguel Arce** as *Cousin Jimmy Spencer*
- **Glen Grant** as *George Vogel*
- **Jaime “Lucinda Miu” Lujan** as *Gladys Klaus*
- **Peter Nelson** as *Frank Ryan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Christmas Setup online?
The Christmas Setup is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Plex, Fandango At Home, Hoopla. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Christmas Setup worth watching?
The Christmas Setup holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 61 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Christmas Setup and when was it released?
The Christmas Setup is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Christmas Setup?
The Christmas Setup was directed by Pat Mills.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Christmas Setup — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/744952)
- [The Christmas Setup (TV Movie 2020) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13147656/fullcredits/)
- [The Christmas Setup - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Christmas_Setup)
- [The Christmas Setup (2020) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/744952-the-christmas-setup/cast)
- [The Christmas Setup (2020) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/en-GB/movie/the-christmas-setup/credits)
- [The Christmas Setup Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-christmas-setup/XBGyMDBusDHSc9PVeOIJg1/credits/)

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