Ben and Erin basically play versions of themselves—Ben as a master woodworker and Erin as a design expert.
Keep an ear out for Erin’s singing! She showcases her real-life musical talents during a karaoke scene in the film. Why It’s Worth the Watch A Christmas Open House (2022)
HGTV Meets Hallmark: Why You Need to Stream A Christmas Open House (2022) Ben and Erin basically play versions of themselves—Ben
It’s a low-stakes, feel-good movie perfect for a snowy night in. A Christmas Open House (TV Movie 2022) Why It’s Worth the Watch HGTV Meets Hallmark:
The movie uses HGTV-style "sketch overlays" to show design visions before they happen, giving it a unique visual flair.
While some reviewers suggest it feels like a staged episode of Love It or List It , that’s exactly what makes it charming for HGTV fans.
The story follows (played by Katie Stevens), an ambitious Atlanta-based property stager. When she returns to her small Georgia hometown to help her newly-remarried mother sell her childhood home, she’s paired with her high school crush, David Phelps (Victor Rasuk). David is a local real estate agent with a vision for renovation that clashes—and eventually clicks—with Melissa’s staging skills.