Lacey Chabert and Andrew Walker are set to co-star again in Hallmark’s upcoming movie, She’s Making a List, premiering December 6, as the beloved actors bring a different dynamic from their previous on-screen pairing. With excitement building among fans for the Lacey Chabert new holiday film, Chabert hints at both emotional depth and surprises ahead.
Reuniting After Years: Chabert and Walker’s New Dynamic
Lacey Chabert, 43, and Andrew Walker join forces for the first time in seven years in Hallmark’s She’s Making a List. While audiences may remember their chemistry from the 2018 romantic comedy My Secret Valentine, Chabert says this new project brings something entirely unique. When asked whether She’s Making a List mirrors their earlier film, Chabert shared,
“I think they’re very different movies.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Chabert assures that, while both films provide the heartwarming experience fans expect, each story stands on its own. She explains that both My Secret Valentine and She’s Making a List include what audiences look forward to in her Hallmark projects.
“Have what audiences tune in for, I think, which is a happy ending.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Uplifting Themes and a Promised Happy Ending
According to Chabert, fans can anticipate a film that will “leave you feeling uplifted” and
“put a little bit of goodness into the world.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. She’s Making a List follows Isabel, played by Chabert, who is assigned the role of Naughty or Nice list inspector. Her task: to determine whether 11-year-old Charlie (Cadence Compton), perceived as mischievous, truly belongs on the naughty list.
During the investigation, Isabel unexpectedly becomes drawn to Jason, Charlie’s widowed father, portrayed by Andrew Walker. The assignment begins as routine, but soon Isabel finds herself questioning her professional guidelines as feelings and bonds develop between Isabel, Jason, and Charlie.
Comedy and Emotion in Balance
Chabert describes the film as a blend of humor and poignancy:
“This one is definitely very funny in parts, but it’s also very poignant at the same time,”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. She credits her enjoyable experience to both the script and her longstanding rapport with Walker. Their collaborative energy was a high point of the filming process, carried out in Vancouver.
A Warm Behind-the-Scenes Friendship
Speaking about her working relationship with Walker, Chabert enthuses,
“He’s the kindest human. We’re very good friends in real life,”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. She continues,
“Our families know each other. So it’s this sort of shorthand that comes with that that makes the work so comfortable. It was just really fun to spend three weeks with him in Vancouver filming this.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Chabert is quick to praise Walker’s talents, calling him a “great costar” who excels at improvisation, which brought additional vitality to their on-set moments. Yet, she emphasizes that the film’s narrative is not solely focused on romance.
Family Connections and Unexpected Bonds
Chabert elaborates,
“It’s not just a romantic story line in the film. I mean, obviously there is one, and people love to tune in for that, but it’s more than that,”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. She notes that a key theme is the bond Isabel forms with Charlie, Jason’s daughter, whom she is initially there to observe. Chabert highlights the shared experiences and understanding that develop through their interactions.
“It’s the relationship that she ends up having with [Jason’s daughter] Charlie, the child that she’s there to observe, and she realizes the common bond and the common ground that they both share.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Character Growth Through Empathy
The narrative explores Isabel’s journey toward deeper empathy and insight, with Charlie acting as a catalyst for her change in perspective. Chabert remarks that through working on the Naughty and Nice List, Isabel comes to a
“great empathy and a much deeper understanding for what’s really going on”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. The film maintains a light-hearted tone, as she adds,
“While being very poignant, of course, it’s all still really funny, because she’s an inspector,”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress. She shares that the film’s protagonist employs many disguises as she attempts to blend in, not always successfully:
“I have lots of different disguises and ways that I try to blend in. Ways that I’m very unsuccessful [at] blending in. It’s just really fun.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Holiday Spirit Beyond the Screen
As fans anticipate the release of She’s Making a List, Chabert introduces her new Hallmark holiday collection, which features festive paper goods, a serving tray, and kitchen items. She mentions her love for holiday décor and her enthusiasm for this collaborative opportunity:
“This is a dream come true for me. Hallmark came to me with the idea, and I was jumping up and down because I love Christmas decor,”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
Her excitement for the collection is clear:
“I love Christmas ornaments, and to have something that allows me to be a part of other people’s celebrations is just the best. I’m so proud of the line.”
– Lacey Chabert, Actress.
What Audiences Can Expect Next
Set to premiere on December 6 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel, She’s Making a List offers viewers both a heartfelt story and an uplifting experience—key trademarks of Chabert’s projects. The movie promises moments of laughter, emotional resonance, and connections not just between romantic leads, but also between adults and children, as seen in the developing relationship between Isabel and Charlie. As Hallmark continues to be a mainstay for holiday entertainment, Chabert’s newest role and accompanying product line further establish her as a familiar face in seasonal celebrations.
