‘Checkin’ It Twice’ on Hallmark Channel Cast of Christmas Movie (2023)

‘Checkin’ It Twice’ will be the very first movie in the 2023 Hallmark Channel Christmas Movies lineup. It stars Kim Matula and Kevin McGarry in this anticipated holiday film. Let’s dive in to see which movie will kick off the popular Countdown to Christmas movie even on the Hallmark Channel now with photos, the full cast list, and plot line now.

What is ‘Checkin’ It Twice’ All About on Hallmark?

Real estate executive Ashley (Matula) and minor league hockey pro Scott (McGarry) bump
into each other at the Trout Falls, Idaho, airport gift shop moments after they have broken up
with their significant others. Unbeknownst to them, they accidentally pocket each other’s credit cards when making their purchases at the gift shop. Ashley is home to visit family after needing a break from her high-pressure real estate job in New York City, and Scott is newly arrived to play for the popular local Division III hockey team while keeping his dream alive of making it to the big leagues.

They meet again when Ashley learns Scott will be staying in her family’s guest house. Sparks fly when they begin to spend time together and partake in Ashley’s family’s holiday traditions and the local town festivities. When Scott’s dream comes true and is called up to a Division II team, and Ashley has a shot at a high-profile real estate deal back in New York City, it seems they will part ways forever, but could their new dreams be with each other instead?

The Full Cast List

Kim Matula (Ashley)
Kevin McGarry (Scott)
Brittany Mitchell (Julie)
Jamila Hall (Becca)
Craig March (Dad)
Desiree Zurowski (Mom)
Kairo Ellis (Parker)
Jaxon Jenson (Tony)
Ryan Doherty (Pierre)
Tucker Bowman (Dave)
Jennifer Higgin (Grandma)
Mike Dopud (Coach Jensen)
Robert Nogier (Gus)
Cameron Paisley (Zetner)
Janet Anderson (Older Woman)
Kylee Bush (Ella)
Curtis Lovell (Trevor)
Shanna Giannozio (Mrs. Carlton)
Chris Froese (Mr. Carlton)
Sequoia Wiseman (Mrs. Sanchez)
Justin Lacey (Mr. Sanchez)
Dan Zaleski (Wayne)
Sigrid Pareja (Sandra)
Haven Gin (Tiffany)
Brenden Drouin (Cameron)
Ryder Miller (Dalton)
Corey Turner (Chuck)
Doris Bregolisse (Sports Reporter)
Pete MacLeod (Referee)
Chantal Emmery (Waitress)
Chloe McKinnon (Little Girl)
Kiran Madahar (Bonnie)

Who are the Stars of the Movie?

Kim Matula as Ashley

Hailing from Fort Worth, Texas, Kim Matula embarked on her acting journey with a notable debut in the TV movie “Queen Sized” back in 2008. Her talent quickly caught the eye of the soap opera world, leading to her pivotal role as Hope Logan on “The Bold and The Beautiful,” a character she portrayed for an impressive five-year span and even earned her a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. After a difficult decision to depart from the show in 2016, Matula’s career took a significant turn as she secured a prominent role in the popular Lifetime drama series “UnREAL.” Following her success on “UnREAL,” she stepped into the limelight once again as the female lead in the Fox comedy series “LA to Vegas,” a show produced by Steven Levitan and co-starring alongside Dylan McDermott.

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Kevin McGarry as Scott

Kevin McGarry is a prominent figure on the small and silver screens, most notably recognized for his role as Nathan Grant in Hallmark Channel’s beloved series, “When Calls the Heart.” Additionally, he graces the screens of CBC’s “Heartland” as the character Mitch Cutty. McGarry’s versatile career extends to various guest appearances, including Netflix’s “The Night Agent,” Poptv/CBC’s “Schitt’s Creek,” CBS’ “Ransom,” and FX’s “Man Seeking Woman,” where he shared the screen with Jay Baruchel. His acting prowess further shines through in his contributions to Freeform’s “The Bold Type,” NBC’s “Taken,” and the Paramount Pictures blockbuster “xXx: Return of Xander Cage,” starring alongside Vin Diesel. Moreover, he’s ventured into Global’s series “Private Eyes,” headlined by Jason Priestly.

McGarry’s diverse repertoire encompasses a starring role in the series “Open Heart” (broadcasted on YTV, Teennick, and ABC Spark), where he portrayed the character Dr. Timothy “Hud” Hudson. His recent work includes a role in the Hallmark Channel original movie “The Wedding Veil Expectations” and previous appearances in network favorites such as “My Grown-Up Christmas List,” “Feeling Butterflies,” “The Wedding Veil Legacy,” “The Wedding Veil,” and “A Very Corgi Christmas.” For Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, McGarry contributed his talent to original productions like “Signed, Sealed, Delivered: From Paris with Love” and “A Song for Christmas.” Additionally, his big-screen presence graced “Saw 7,” solidifying his reputation as a versatile actor across various platforms.

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Check Out the Movie Poster

When Can You Watch the Movie?

Checkin’ It Twice starring Kevin McGarry and Kim Matula will premiere during the Countdown to Christmas 2023 Movie Lineup on Saturday, October 20, 2023 at 8pm EST only on The Hallmark Channel.

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