Happy Holidays! It's time for another Christmas-themed crowd-pleaser from the Hallmark Channel. And this time the film is brand new for this year! Can a Christmas-loving community survive some new neighbors who are hyper-competitive about the most wonderful time of the year? And will our heroine receive the Christmas proposal she so desires? Join Tom and Ryan as they talk about Lacey Chabert, character actors, and that most festive of activities: Nickelback jokes! It's our review of Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up!

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0:06:20 - Background

0:23:20 - Summary

0:32:30 - Notable Scenes

0:42:05 - The Good

0:54:50 - The Bad

1:07:50 - The Ugly

A light night of recording means we're feeling a little rambly and a little punchy as we talk about a comedy with an all-star cast and way too few laughs. Join Tom and Ryan as they talk about dry humor, punching down, and, of course, The Banana Boat Song. Hijinks ensure during our review of Chu Chu and the Philly Flash!

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0:04:10 - Background

0:42:50 - Summary

0:55:30 - Notable Scenes

1:02:45 - The Good

1:07:40 - The Bad

1:25:45 - The Ugly

The crazed consumerism of Christmas calls for consequential critiques! But can this action-star-fueled family Christmas comedy deliver the goods? Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss holiday toy crazes, cartoon physics, and getting into the true holiday spirit. It's our review of Jingle All the Way!

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0:05:05 - Background

0:32:45 - Back-of-the-Box Summary

0:46:10 - Notable Scenes

0:53:10 - The Good

1:00:15 - The Bad

1:10:00 - The Ugly