Lacey Chabert Stars in Hallmark’s ‘Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True’ Trailer

Hallmark has unveiled the first trailer for ‘Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True,’ offering fans a sneak peek at a Christmas tale set within the enchanting Walt Disney World. This film uniquely combines holiday romance with Disney magic, showcasing a narrative style that the network has never explored before.

Initially announced as part of Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas lineup for 2026, this project marks a significant milestone as it is the first Hallmark holiday movie filmed entirely on location at Walt Disney World in Florida. The trailer captures the familiar festive spirit Hallmark is known for while infusing it with a vibrant theme park fantasy.

Starring Lacey Chabert alongside Travis Van Winkle, Richard Kind, Christy Carlson Romano, Bryce Durfee, Taegen Burns, Asher Alexander, and Patrick Renna in a cameo role, the film promises a delightful cast. According to Hallmark’s official announcement and production notes, Ryan Landels takes on the roles of both writer and director for this exciting project.

In ‘Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True,’ Chabert portrays Lindsey, a woman who embarks on a trip to Walt Disney World with her extended family for what is meant to be a perfect Christmas holiday. Complications arise when she finds out her hotel room is adjacent to Philip, played by Van Winkle, a man she recently had a disastrous first date with.

The narrative follows their repeated encounters throughout the resort. What starts as awkward tension gradually evolves into a deeper connection as they begin to understand each other better. The film builds towards a holiday romance inspired by wishes made at Disney’s iconic Cinderella fountain.

As outlined in Hallmark’s synopsis, Lindsey’s wish may transform everything, turning a frustrating holiday into something unexpectedly magical. The trailer embraces classic Hallmark storytelling, blending emotional conflict with lighthearted comedy against a festive Disney backdrop.

Filming for the movie concluded earlier in 2026 after an extensive shoot across Walt Disney World. Details shared by Disney Parks and Hallmark’s social media updates reveal that filming took place in several iconic locations around the resort. The Magic Kingdom was a primary focus, with scenes shot near Cinderella Castle and the Wishing Well. Additional sequences were filmed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including Toy Story Land, along with other scenes at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

Reports from on-site sightings indicated that crews filmed during park hours, briefly closing off areas to capture scenes before reopening them to guests. The use of real park locations is anticipated to provide the film with a more immersive holiday atmosphere, merging real-world Disney settings with Hallmark’s classic romantic storytelling style.

The early release of the trailer and poster has already sparked significant interest among fans, particularly since Hallmark typically reveals its Christmas lineup much later in the year. The collaboration between Hallmark and Disney is being regarded as a major crossover event for holiday television programming.

With its blend of romance, Christmas spirit, and Disney park magic, ‘Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True’ is poised to be one of Hallmark’s most talked-about holiday releases in years. Viewers will need to wait until 2026 to discover how Lindsey and Philip’s story unfolds, but the trailer has already set the stage for a festive and emotional journey.

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