This holiday season, let us come together and celebrate one thing: shirtless men.Hallmark’s new reality competition hostedby Hallmark regularJonathan Bennettand joined byRebastarMelissa Peterman,Finding Mr. Christmas, has the same charm, wholesomeness, and shirtless men as HBO’s showFinding Magic Mike, but with the addition of holiday spirit.Finding Magic Mike, afterMagic Mike’s success, found men who felt lost in hopes of reigniting a spark in them to fulfill their dreams through dance.But what really makes these two shows click isthe love that the men foster for one another, with eliminations being teary and full of hugs.Finding Mr. Christmasrelies on the same idea, taking attractive men from different backgrounds aspiring to be actors and giving them the opportunity of a lifetime.
‘Finding Mr. Christmas’ Brings the Hunks
An appeal ofMagic Mikeand Hallmark Christmas movies is the hunky leading men, often shirtless. Fear not;Finding Mr. Christmashas just that.The cast has models, firefighters, athletes, and morewho all look good shirtless. Each man fits the dream scenario for any Hallmark movie.Finding Magic Mikealso had a variety ofattractive men constantly dancing and showing off their bodiesin new and skillful ways, and whileFinding Mr. Christmashas less dancing, there are enough gorgeous men to watch all winter long.
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The Hallmark of Hallmark Is Christmas, Kindness, and Charisma
The lead of a Hallmark Christmas film, and similarly a talented male entertainer,must adapt and captivate audiences. ForFinding Magic Mike, the men must learn choreographed dances and moves specific to the Magic Mike Live show. These dances have the men work together and learn more about themselves. InFinding Mr. Christmas, the would-be leading men are given two competitions per episode to demonstrate two main qualities of a Hallmark Christmas lead: Christmas cheer and Star Quality. The first involves the Christmas spirit and allows the competitors to show who they are. The second task tests their ability to act on camera and if they create chemistry with their co-stars while being original and fun to watch.
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Ultimately, what makesFinding Magic MikeandFinding Mr. Christmasso enjoyable is thesupport, kindness, and overwhelming empathy each of the men shows to their fellow competitors. The central premise ofFinding Magic MikeandFinding Mr. Christmasis the same: to take a group of men and allow them to make their dreams a reality. ForFinding Magic Mike, the guys must learn to be confident and bring out the charisma needed for a stage show. Similarly,Finding Mr. Christmashas the men turning on the charm from behind the camera while being reminded thatkindness and Christmas cheerare what make a Hallmark leading man.
With the stakes being so high, a stage show for one and a role in a Hallmark movie for the other, it would be easy for drama and fights to get in the way of the competitors. However, instead,they bond and support one anotheron their journeys from beginning to end. The male entertainers trying to secure a role in the Las Vegas stage show let themselves be vulnerable, making it all the more touching as the group cheers when one of the men can reclaim their confidence or accomplish a new skill. The men inFinding Mr. Christmasalso take no time opening up to each other and the judges, tearing up over the people they love, their dreams, or challenging circumstances. Although all the contestants know that the men around them are competing for the same prize, they do not let that interfere with the relationships they form. Their dreams are on the line, but the men fromFinding Mr. Christmas, much likeFinding Magic Mike, are vulnerable, kind, and learning daily. The show is not just about who can act or dance the best; it is about how these men can help each other.
Finding Mr. Christmashas the qualities that madeFinding Magic Mikean incredible show. From shirtless men to emotional vulnerability, what makes both shows so captivating is watching each man learn more about themselves and gain the confidence and skills they need to succeed in life and their career. Whether the contestants hope to be dancing shirtless on stage or saving Christmas in a small town,it is hard not to root for these men on their journey.
Finding Mr. Christmasis available on Hallmark Channel’s new streaming site, Hallmark+ in the U.S.
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