As the city-dwelling family experiences ranch life through activities like horseback riding and square dancing, an undeniable spark develops between Merry and Mark. A secondary romance also blossoms between the family's nanny, , and the ranch's cook, Jasper . Behind the Scenes
: Some scenes were filmed in the Kalispell and East Helena areas of Montana. Critical Reception Mistletoe in Montana (2021)
is a 2021 Lifetime holiday romance. Directed by Kellie Martin and written by Don Perez , it stars Melissa Joan Hart and Duane Henry . Plot Summary As the city-dwelling family experiences ranch life through
Reviews for the film are mixed. Some critics from TV Fanatic praised its "wholesome charm" and the inclusion of native characters. Conversely, reviewers on Letterboxd and IMDb criticized the lack of romantic chemistry and noted technical inconsistencies, such as the absence of snow in a Montana winter setting. Critical Reception is a 2021 Lifetime holiday romance
: Production was notoriously difficult due to extreme Montana summer heat (filming took place in July), nearby wildfires, and strict COVID-19 protocols.
If you'd like to watch it, is available for streaming on platforms like Hulu, Amazon Video, and Apple TV . Mistletoe in Montana (TV Movie 2021) - IMDb