Christmas Unwrapped (2020) Apr 2026

: Charity Jones (Amber Stevens West), a skeptical reporter, investigates Erik Gallagher (Marco Grazzini), a millionaire who claims all his charity gifts are delivered by the real Santa Claus.

“The acting and storyline were much better than any of the Hallmark/Lifetime specials that have been on previously.” Letterboxd · 4 years ago Christmas Unwrapped (2020)

“Lifetime finally gets it right this season... It infused the romance with the magic of Christmas and Santa.” IMDb : Charity Jones (Amber Stevens West), a skeptical

“It’s your usual girl meets boy story... but it is endearing and has a charm all of its own.” IMDb Key Details : Amber Stevens West, Marco Grazzini, and Cheryl Ladd. but it is endearing and has a charm all of its own

: Unlike many peers that focus solely on romance, reviewers liked that this film prioritizes the "mystery and wonder" of the season and the theme of generosity.

: While the first half is often praised for being snappy and festive, some viewers felt the ending dragged or became "naff" in the final 30 minutes. Community Perspectives

Reviewers on community sites have highlighted the film's "breath of fresh air" quality compared to typical holiday formulas: