Merry Little Mistery

2025

Action / Romance

2
IMDb Rating 5.6/10 10 192 192

Director

Caroline Labrèche Photo
Caroline Labrèche

Top cast

Rebecca Croll Photo
Rebecca Croll as Cecelia
BJ Harrison Photo
BJ Harrison as Grandma Vanita Maxwell
Holden Wong Photo
Holden Wong as Mulled wine vendor
Jordin Sparks Photo
Jordin Sparks as Natasha Maxwell
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715.51 MB
1280*720
English 2.0
NR
Subtitles us  es  fr  pt  
23.976 fps
1 hr 17 min
Seeds 5
1.43 GB
1920*1080
English 5.1
NR
Subtitles us  es  fr  pt  
23.976 fps
1 hr 17 min
Seeds 14

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by chshopping 7 / 10

Not much mystery but lots of heart

Enough other people left reviews that tell you about the movie so I'm not going to rehash that.I like the acting and I didn't find anything cheesy about it which is a turnoff for me. There was not any real mystery to it. From somebody who likes mysteries that's why I tuned in. However was grateful that I did tune in because it was a sweet Christmas story with lots of heart.Addressing the person who said Did I miss something? About where did the money come from. In the movie it said the money came because her grandfather had invested & added to the fund. Something to that nature.
Reviewed by TheMovieSearch 2 / 10

Merry Little Mystery is a 2025 Hallmark-style holiday film that, unfortunately, misses the mark despite its promising premise. Centered around a granddaughter trying to uphold her grandfather's tradition as the town's secret Santa, the movie attempts to blend charm, mystery, and holiday spirit. On paper, it sounds delightful, but the execution falls flat, leaving viewers with a story that feels rushed and underdeveloped.The screenplay is the film's biggest weakness. Scenes unfold in a step-by-step manner that leaves little room for suspense or emotional engagement. Key moments are revealed immediately without proper buildup, which robs the audience of any sense of anticipation or connection. The story moves forward mechanically, and the transitions between scenes lack fluidity, making the plot feel disjointed rather than enchanting.Jordin SPARKS delivers a solid performance in the lead role, bringing her natural charisma and warmth to the character. While she is capable and engaging, even her efforts can't fully compensate for the film's structural issues. Her portrayal shows promise, and it's clear she tried to imbue her character with heart and relatability, but the screenplay limits her ability to shine fully.Supporting performances from Kellie, Carrie, and Fantasia are competent, but none of the characters are given enough depth or development to leave a lasting impression. The cast works hard to hold the story together, yet the material itself fails to provide the emotional resonance or excitement that viewers might expect from a festive holiday film.Directionally, the film struggles to create a cohesive tone. Moments that could have been suspenseful or heartfelt come across as flat or perfunctory. The pacing is uneven, and the film does not capitalize on visual storytelling or atmosphere in ways that might have enhanced the holiday mystery aspect. This leaves the overall viewing experience feeling lackluster and forgettable.Ultimately, Merry Little Mystery is a film with potential that never fully materializes. While Jordin SPARKS and the cast put forth commendable performances, the weak screenplay, poor pacing, and lack of engaging suspense keep it from being the charming holiday tale it aims to be. Fans of Hallmark-style films might still find some enjoyment in it, but it is far from a standout in the holiday genre.
Reviewed by MickyG333 6 / 10

Annoying

6.4 stars.This production feels mostly like good quality, but the whole charade is exasperating. Sparks is such a pretty actress and such an amazing singer (she doesn't sing in this film *frown*), but her character Natasha is not very likable.The story is about a secret Santa (Natasha's grandfather) that has been giving gifts to this small town for many years. They call him the Candy Cane Santa. Now he must be replaced, because he has passed. Natasha (Sparks) takes over his role, but there is a reporter in town who is attempting to discover the Candy Cane Santa's identity. The whole story surrounds her doing whatever she can to sidetrack him and cover her tracks.I found Natasha to be somewhat unsavory, so Sparks' interpretation is either too convincing, or the opposite. She certainly nullifies what little charm the character might have. On a positive note, she is a wonderfully talented actress for specific roles within her wheelhouse, but Natasha didn't feel genuine with her constant witless endeavors at subterfuge.Frankly, I have to side with the reporter on this one. I hope he discovers the secret Santa's identity and tells everybody. Not the sort of sentiment I should be feeling, but I do.
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