How Jonathan Bennett ‘Hallmark-ified’ Reality Competition TV for ‘Finding Mr. Christmas’

Story by Loree Seitz

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Hallmark's first-ever reality series gets a wholesome twist from Mean Girls star Jonathan Bennett, reshaping the competition genre for the network's feel-good audience.

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Bennett, known for starring in Hallmark's popular Christmas movies, pitched the idea for the network's first unscripted show 'Finding Mr. Christmas' - a dating competition with a heartwarming Hallmark twist.
Rather than the typical competitive drama, 'Finding Mr. Christmas' will focus on the journey of contestants to find their perfect holiday match, catering to Hallmark's signature warm and fuzzy brand.

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