The Ultimate Fan Guide to Candace Cameron’s Christmas Movies (2023)
Watching Christmas movies is basically a Christmas sport, and this couch potato is very qualified to participate! Long before the holiday season rolls around, the networks release their Christmas movie lists, and we start to get excited. I always scan the titles, looking for my favorite stars in the lineup. My favorite is Candace Cameron Bure. No one does an inspirational movie quite like the “Queen of Christmas.” Wondering if you’ve seen them all? Get the run-down with this Candace Cameron Bure Christmas movies list!
All of Candace Cameron Bure’s Christmas Movies in Order
As a child of the 90s, I’m a Full House fan from way back! I could always relate to the oldest sister D.J. Tanner and her sense of responsibility. And who wouldn’t love to live in that split-level that somehow kept adding space as new family members joined?
I love Candace’s testimony and her commitment to making clean, wholesome films the whole family can enjoy together.
Let’s be honest, though. I have a husband and two sons. They don’t enjoy Candace’s movies quite as much as I do. But that’s okay!
I can make myself a cup of coffee (decaf, so I’m not awake all night long!) and enjoy one of her heartwarming Christmas movies–or a whole movie marathon any time of year.
Here is a list of all of Candace’s Christmas movies that she’s made for Hallmark and GAC Family. Now is the perfect time to start your own Christmas tradition and watch them all!
My Christmas Hero (2023)
In her second Christmas movie since her move to Great American Family, Candace will star alongside Aaron Douglas and Robin Dunne. As an orthopedic surgeon and an Army reservist, Dr. Nicole Ramsey is dedicated to serving military members and their families.
This Christmas, she is on a mission to honor a special fallen soldier and bring healing to her own family. I personally cannot wait to watch this film that honors veterans and service members!
A Christmas Present (2022)
This was Candace’s first movie for her new network at Great American Family. In it, overly scheduled real estate agent Maggie Lawson takes her husband and two kids to visit her recently widowed brother and his daughter for Christmas.
Maggie is determined to make special memories with her family, but they have some different expectations. But in the end, they’ll all learn the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of being present in every moment.
By the way, Candace received two awards for her work on this film.
The Christmas Contest (2021)
Candace Cameron Bure reunites with Jonathan Brotherton, another Fuller House star, for this enemies-to-lovers Christmas romance! Two exes battle it out in a contest to win money for their favorite charity–but love just might win in the end!
If I Only Had Christmas (2020)
Christmas Town (2019)
Christmas Town is the perfect holiday movie for anyone looking for a heartwarming and uplifting story. The movie follows Candace Cameron Bure as Lauren Gabriel, a dedicated teacher on her way to a new job.
She stops in a small town called Grandon Falls and meets Travis, a single handyman, and his foster kid. Throughout the weeks leading up to Christmas, Lauren befriends a number of locals in the town and learns valuable lessons about the spirit of the season, and the importance of family and friendship.
A Shoe Addict’s Christmas (2018)
What’s Christmas without at least one Christmas Carol adaptation? Welcome to A Shoe Addict’s Christmas, a magical holiday story about Noelle, a woman who hates the holiday season. After being locked in a department store on Christmas Eve, Noelle is greeted by a mysterious woman claiming to be her guardian angel.
From there, she’s taken on a journey through the past, present, and future of Christmas, showing her the true spirit of the season. Along the way, Noelle discovers the importance of friendship, family, and selfless acts of kindness in the Christmas season.
Switched for Christmas (2017)
One movie with double the Candace? Yes, please! In Switched for Christmas, she plays identical twin sisters Kate and Chris who are both feeling overwhelmed with Christmas planning.
So, they decide to switch places for the holiday and learn some valuable lessons along the way–including that the grass is not always greener.
And of course, there’s a bit of romance and lots of holiday spirit!
Journey Back to Christmas (2016)
Journey Back to Christmas tells the story of a World War II nurse (Candace Cameron Bure) who finds herself mysteriously transported to the present day and encounters a man (Oliver Hudson) who helps her discover the bonds of family and the true meaning of Christmas.
This heartwarming movie follows their journey to discover hope, family, and that love and the spirit of Christmas are timeless.
A Christmas Detour (2015)
A Christmas Detour is an uplifting holiday movie about an anxious bride-to-be who throws in with a broken-hearted guy and a happily married couple for an emergency ride to NYC.
This heartwarming film follows the group as they learn about each other and themselves along the way, revealing each character’s unique struggles.
Through laughter, love, and plenty of Christmas spirit, the group discovers that sometimes the greatest detours are the paths we need to take. Do we know the end at the beginning? Sure. But we’ll watch it anyway!
Christmas Under Wraps (2014)
Christmas Under Wraps is a heartwarming movie that will be sure to delight viewers of all ages. Candace stars as Dr. Lauren Brunell, an aspiring surgeon who is turned down for a fellowship.
She takes a temporary position working as a GP in a small Alaskan town in an effort to boost her résumé. Little does she know, she is in for an unexpected Christmas surprise.
While in Alaska, she comes across a strong and supportive community and discovers the true meaning of Christmas.
Filled with suspense and surprises, Christmas Under Wraps will take you on a journey full of adventure, romance, and holiday cheer. (This is a really fun one that I love!)
Let It Snow (2013)
In this holiday movie, Candace is joined by co-stars Alan Thicke and Jesse Hutch for a movie about a high-powered executive looking to open a ski resort in a small town. But she might be thwarted by romance with the property owner and a bit of Christmas magic!
The Heart of Christmas (2011)
In a departure from her lighthearted holiday movies, The Heart of Christmas is a family drama about a little boy named Dax diagnosed with leukemia. The whole town comes together in October to celebrate one last Christmas and give hope to a grieving family.
This movie also stars singer Matthew West and includes his original song. Make sure you’ve got lots of tissues for this one!
Moonlight and Mistletoe (2008)
Candace stars alongside Tom Arnold in this movie about a year-round Santa village that’s suffering from financial difficulties. Candace, as the owner’s daughter, Holly, left Santaville and never looked back.
When Bure’s character returns to help her father save his business, she’ll find some happy memories, Christmas spirit, and maybe even a few romantic feelings. Will that be enough to keep her in Santaville for good?
FAQs About Candace Cameron Bure
How many Christmas movies has Candace Cameron Bure been in?
Candace has starred in 13 Christmas movies and counting! She generally makes one new movie each year, including one that’s brand new for 2023! Hopefully, we can continue to see new movies each year for a long time.
Are all of Candace Cameron Bure’s Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel?
Most of Candace’s Christmas movies were made during her time with the Hallmark Channel. However, Candace did leave that network in 2022 to join Bill Abbott at Great American Media. Currently, she has starred in two movies on that network and worked as an executive producer for others.
Although you can still see Candace’s Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel for now (and some are available through streaming platforms) I don’t look for her to move back to the network any time in the future.
However, she is still actively involved in creating family-friendly entertainment! On the Great American Family Network, you can expect wholesome content and faith-filled programming. These are the kinds of stories you can watch with your kids without fear of a political agenda!
Does Candace Cameron Bure have a Christmas movie in 2023?
I love keeping an eye out for my favorite stars’ Christmas films. I was so excited when GAC Media announced that Candace will be returning for a second movie on the network! Her new movie for 2023 will star her as an Army reservist.
In a statement about the movie, Candace says, “We are proud to tell a story that honors our U.S. veterans this Christmas season. From WW2 to present-day veterans, we shine the spotlight on their heroic work as well as aftercare needs.”
Sounds like one to watch!
What is Candace Cameron Bure’s best Christmas movie?
Of course, everyone has their own opinion about the best movies. My personal favorite of Candace’s Christmas movies is A Christmas Present. I thought it was such a heartwarming family movie that went far beyond the cheesy romances we usually see. (Although I’m a huge fan of those, too!)
But my next favorite is Christmas Under Wraps. It’s a sweet romance with a hunky dude in flannel. Can’t lose with that mix!
What’s your favorite Candace Cameron Christmas movie? Leave a comment below and let me know!
