about the film
The Best Thing About Christmas is a family-friendly, faith-based musical film starring Megan Alexander, Derek Hinckley, and country music star, Mark Wills. The film was shot in Tennessee and features uplifting storytelling, original music, relatable family moments, and a strong message of faith through hardship.
The film features a talented ensemble cast including newcomers Cheyenne Grace — daughter of national media personality and broadcaster Glenn Beck — along with Evelyn Kite, Sam Waugh, and Graham Sexton. Country music fans will enjoy special appearances by superstar Mark Wills and the legendary Rhonda Vincent.
The uplifting musical movie will made its streaming premiere on UP Faith & Family December 19th, 2025.
Executive Producers: Derek Hinckley, Megan Alexander, Grant Grasmick
Producers: Derek Hinckley, Megan Alexander, Tommy Blaze, Alan Peterson
Writers: Alan Peterson, Cheryl McKay (based on the musical by Derek Hinckley)
Director: Alan Peterson
Struggling singer-songwriter, Dylan Hunt (Derek Hinckley), thinks he’s finally made it when he and his band sign a contract with a big-time record label and he moves his family to Nashville. But when his talented teenage daughter, Molly (Cheyenne Grace), is killed in an accident on Christmas Eve, Dylan’s world comes crashing down. Seeing her dad self-destructing and on the verge of losing everything, Molly, now an angel, intervenes in Dylan’s life. With the love and faith of his wife, Kara (Megan Alexander), Dylan and his family create a Christmas miracle no one will ever forget. Filled with heartfelt original music, this inspirational family film will captivate audiences worldwide for years to come.
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