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Lucy Hale and Ian Harding Reunite for Holiday Rom-Com The Twelve Dates of Christmas

Deadline confirms the film, naming David Lipper as director within an indie production setup.

Overview

  • The project marks Hale and Harding’s first on-screen pairing since Pretty Little Liars, reuniting them in The Twelve Dates of Christmas.
  • Hale stars as Christina Walker, a shop owner who commits to 12 dates across the 12 weeks before Christmas in search of Mr. Right.
  • David Lipper directs and co-writes with Seth Howard, with Latigo Films, BuzzFeed Studios, Applewood Studios, and CaliWood Pictures producing.
  • Fortitude International is handling international sales, reflecting a multi-company indie model typical for seasonal releases.
  • No release date or filming schedule has been announced, though Hale teased "see you next Christmas," indicating a likely 2026 holiday window.