---
title: "'Tis the Season to be Merry"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/tis-the-season-to-be-merry-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 888500
imdb_id: "tt15739902"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 54
content_rating: "G"
---

# 'Tis the Season to be Merry (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/tis-the-season-to-be-merry-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Tis the Season to be Merry is a television movie released in the United States on December 19, 2021. The film runs for one hour and twenty-four minutes and belongs to the comedy, romance, and drama genres. It was directed by Gary Yates and is rated G. The cast includes Rachael Leigh Cook in the role of Merry Griffin and Travis Van Winkle as Adam Walters, alongside Karen Malina White and Amy Groening. Additional cast and crew members are part of the production as well. The story follows a character named Merry who is searching for a fresh angle or perspective for her book on relationships. To find this inspiration, she travels to snow-covered Vermont. While there, she discovers a new perspective and holiday cheer with the help of a charismatic aid worker, who is identified in sources as Chris or Adam.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, Philo, Hallmark+ Amazon Channel, Hallmark+ Apple TV channel, Hallmark TV Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Hallmark TV Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gary Yates
- **Networks / Studios**: Hallmark Media, The Cartel

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rachael Leigh Cook** as *Merry Griffin*
- **Travis Van Winkle** as *Adam Walters*
- **Karen Malina White** as *Sonia Hendricks*
- **Amy Groening** as *Darlene Walters*
- **Paul Essiembre** as *Joe Smith*
- **Lois Brothers** as *Rose Walters*
- **John B. Lowe** as *Bill Walters*
- **Adam Hurtig** as *James Smith*
- **Jacob Blair** as *Dale Westfield*
- **Hazel Venzon** as *Cassie/Waitress*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch 'Tis the Season to be Merry online?
'Tis the Season to be Merry is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, Philo, Hallmark+ Amazon Channel, Hallmark+ Apple TV channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is 'Tis the Season to be Merry worth watching?
'Tis the Season to be Merry holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 54 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie 'Tis the Season to be Merry and when was it released?
'Tis the Season to be Merry is a feature film with a runtime of 84 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed 'Tis the Season to be Merry?
'Tis the Season to be Merry was directed by Gary Yates.

## Grounded Source Citations

- ['Tis the Season to be Merry — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/888500)
- ['Tis the Season to be Merry (TV Movie 2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15739902/)
- ['Tis the Season to be Merry (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/888500-tis-the-season-to-be-merry/cast)
- ['Tis the Season to be Merry Cast: Rachael Leigh Cook & More](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/tis-the-season-to-be-merry/e8a2K3UHYPI0dIJztWJSJ1/credits/)

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