The Roku Channel is getting into the holiday spirit with Jingle Bell Love, a new original movie starring Joey McIntyre and Michelle Morgan. The film, premiering November 18th, follows widower Jack Cooper (McIntyre) as he visits his late wife’s hometown for Christmas with his ten-year-old daughter. Prepared for a quiet holiday steeped in memory, Jack instead finds himself unexpectedly matched up with a local shop owner (Morgan), courtesy of his well-meaning daughter.
The trailer suggests a fairly standard holiday romance: picturesque small town, heartwarming family moments, and a dash of Christmas magic. McIntyre, best known as a member of New Kids on the Block, brings his familiar boy-band charm to the role, while Morgan seems poised to deliver the requisite warmth and wit as the love interest. Whether Jingle Bell Love can transcend the typical holiday movie tropes remains to be seen. However, for viewers seeking undemanding seasonal fare, it might be just the ticket.
The Roku Channel’s push into original programming continues with this latest offering. As streaming services compete for viewers’ attention, particularly during the holiday season, free, easily accessible content like Jingle Bell Love could prove a savvy strategy for Roku.
Jingle Bell Love premieres November 18th on The Roku Channel.
