---
title: "The Holiday Junkie"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-holiday-junkie-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1341136
imdb_id: "tt32560068"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Holiday Junkie (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-holiday-junkie-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Holiday Junkie" (2024).
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Holiday Junkie
Year: 2024
Release Date: 12/14/2024 (US)
Genre: Drama and TV Movie
Runtime: 1h 28m
Platform/Network: Lifetime (implied by Source 3 "The Holiday Junkie (Lifeti")
Plot: Follows Andie, who runs a decorating company with her mother. After her mother's passing, Andie navigates her first Christmas alone while trying to find love.
Context: Dethroned Hot Frosty atop the Netflix Top 10 list as of 2024 (Source 3).
"The Holiday Junkie" is a 2024 drama and TV movie.
It was released in the US on December 14, 2024.
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
The story

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jennifer Love Hewitt
- **Networks / Studios**: Elman Films, MarVista Entertainment, Lifetime

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jennifer Love Hewitt** as *Andie*
- **Brian Hallisay** as *Mason*
- **Greg Grunberg** as *Darren*
- **Debra Christofferson** as *Sarah*
- **Joseph C. Phillips** as *Jerry*
- **Rico Aragon** as *Bruce Parker*
- **Lynn Andrews** as *Riley*
- **Sarah Adina** as *Wendy*
- **Ashley Cole** as *Del Parker*
- **Atticus Hallisay** as *Avery / Miles*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Holiday Junkie online?
The Holiday Junkie is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Holiday Junkie worth watching?
The Holiday Junkie holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Holiday Junkie and when was it released?
The Holiday Junkie is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2024. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Holiday Junkie?
The Holiday Junkie was directed by Jennifer Love Hewitt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Holiday Junkie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1341136)
- [The Holiday Junkie (TV Movie 2024) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32560068/fullcredits/)
- [2024 holiday movie guide: Here’s what to watch this year](https://www.npr.org/)

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