'Tis the Season for Setups

'Tis the Season for Setups (2026)



4.0 2026 84 min —

Director: Jeff Beesley

Cast: Amanda Schull, Victor Webster, Barbara Niven, Verity Marks, John B. Lowe

Ultra-organized single mom and professional party planner Lexi is hired to coordinate a local ski resort’s annual holiday celebration, so she heads there for Christmas with her free-spirited mother, June, and teenage daughter, Piper. Their festive getaway gets off to a tense start when Lexi immediately clashes with Ridge, the resort’s ski instructor and the son of lodge owner Dan.

More About This Film

Set to premiere in 2026, 'Tis the Season for Setups is a holiday-themed TV movie that brings together Amanda Schull and Victor Webster in leading roles. The story follows Lexi, a professional party planner, and Ridge, a ski instructor, who find themselves at odds while working at a bustling holiday resort. Despite their initial clashes, they discover a romantic spark between their respective parents and decide to team up to orchestrate a matchmaking scheme.

The film centers on the irony of two people who cannot get along trying to engineer romance for the older generation. As they navigate the festive chaos of the resort, their own feelings begin to complicate their plans, leading to comedic situations and heartfelt moments typical of the rom-com genre.

Confirmed cast members include Barbara Niven, joining Schull and Webster in this seasonal production. The movie is scheduled as a television special, aiming to capture the warmth and humor associated with winter holiday entertainment.

  • Amanda Schull stars as Lexi, a meticulous party planner.
  • Victor Webster plays Ridge, a rugged ski instructor.
  • Barbara Niven is part of the supporting cast.
  • The film is categorized as a TV Movie set for release in 2026.

Where to Watch

As this 2026 title has not yet been released, streaming availability is currently unknown.

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