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In the frosty heart of Denver, fresh-off-the-boat Detective Tanya Morris, hailing from the dairy lands of Wisconsin, finds herself paired with seasoned Detective Ryan Anderson. As different as chalk and cheese, Tanya is a meticulous sleuth who believes in the power of evidence, while Ryan trusts his instinctive gut feelings. Their disparate philosophies are put to the test as they are reluctantly partnered to solve a peculiar string of high-end art thefts in the city's esteemed galleries, all occurring under the jingle bells of the Christmas season.
Their prime suspect is the intriguing Francis Miller, a man with a shady past who coincidentally worked at each gallery as the jolly Santa Claus just before the uncanny thefts. Spotting a golden opportunity, they rent the vacant house neighboring Miller's, intending to conduct a covert stakeout. However, their plans to quietly observe are foiled when the curious neighborhood spots them. Thus, they're thrust into the heart of the community, cleverly masquerading as newlyweds.
In an unexpected twist, they realize that the best vantage point to keep an eye on Miller is from the Christmas Committee, an idea that reveals their stark contrast. Tanya, a die-hard Christmas enthusiast, is thrilled, while Ryan, who views the holiday as no more than an excuse to enjoy football, is less than amused.
As they delve deeper into their roles and the Christmas spirit begins to transform the neighborhood, their feelings about Miller and the Committee start to waver. Amidst the twinkling lights and holiday cheer, they discover a side of Miller that is far removed from their initial suspicions. The festive spirit and the essence of Santa in him challenge their perceptions and lead them towards unexpected revelations about themselves, each other, and their suspect, regardless of his potential guilt or innocence. This yuletide season, their investigation becomes more than just a stakeout; it evolves into a journey of understanding, camaraderie, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Where to watch The Santa Stakeout?
The Santa Stakeout is a comedy movie featuring Tamera Mowry-Housley and directed by Peter Benson.
The Santa Stakeout is currently streaming on Hallmark Movies Now Amazon Channel.