A Christmas Star

2021 • 84 min • Comedy · Romance · TV Movie

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Synopsis

Madeline Baggett is an astronomer who searches for life beyond Earth, and when she believes she has found it. With refractors, telescopes, and a small film crew in tow, Madeline arrives and sets up in Summit Ridge where she meets widowed National Park Ranger Ryan Sparks and his young daughter, Celeste. With Ryan’s help, Madeline begins to chart the celestial event which brings the pair closer to finding love under the stars.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

27 reviews

64 Audience · 27 · 100%

An astronomer searching for life in space finds love with a park ranger and his daughter during Christmas. This heartwarming holiday film focuses on scientific discovery, family bonds, and new beginnings.

Violence & peril: 0/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 0/10

Heads up

Very mild romantic tension

What it models well

Curiosity and scientific discovery
Importance of family and community
Finding love and new beginnings
Embracing holiday spirit

Talk about it after

What makes someone a good scientist?
How do families adapt to new people?
What does "love under the stars" mean?
What are your favorite holiday traditions?

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