Interview - Tidings for the Season: Tamera Mowry and B.J. Britt Bring Holiday Heart to Hallmark

The holiday movie season is officially here, and Hallmark’s Tidings for the Season is ready to cozy up your couch with a mix of sweet romance, heartwarming family moments, and just enough festive to make you reach for your cocoa. Starring Tamera Mowry-Housley and B.J. Britt, this 2025 Hallmark premiere is full of small-town charm with emotional depth and I had the chance to chat with the stars about what made this film special via the African-American Film Critics Association.

Tidings for the Season tells the story of Adam Kade, a driven local news anchor whose life revolves around breaking stories and climbing the career ladder. That is, until ten-year-old Robbie bursts into his newsroom with a question that rattles Adam to his core: why not focus on the good things happening in the world? Adam’s investigation leads him to Lucy, played by Tamera Mowry-Housley, a single mother balancing work, parenthood, and her own dreams. As Adam begins reporting uplifting stories and Lucy navigates the joys and challenges of motherhood, romance slowly sparks but a tempting job offer forces Adam to choose between ambition and heart.

Filmed in Vancouver but styled to feel like a picturesque small-town Christmas setting, the production had its share of challenges. B.J. Britt showed incredible dedication, working to keep Adam’s charm intact on screen. Tamera Mowry-Housley praised Britt’s professionalism and energy, noting his warmth and ability to bring authenticity to Adam’s transformation. On screen, their chemistry feels natural, grounded, and believable, which makes the holiday story even more engaging.

During our roundtable, Mowry-Housley opened up about finding the emotional core of Lucy. “I spent time allowing myself to feel what it would be like to parent alone,” she said, reflecting on her own upbringing with parents in the Army and the lessons she learned about resilience. Her goal was to show Lucy’s “gentle strength,” a combination of toughness and tenderness that defines the reality of single motherhood. “I have my dreams. I have my aspirations, and we’re going to do this for the both of us, but we do not need any outside source to make us happy,” she explained. Her portrayal of Lucy is heartfelt, relatable, and quietly inspiring, giving the movie its emotional backbone.

Tidings for the Season hits most of the familiar Hallmark beats with predictable plot points, slow-burn romance, and heartwarming holiday moments but it delivers them with sincerity and charm. Mowry-Housley brings depth to her role, B.J. Britt provides a grounded counterbalance, and young Elijah-Justus Lewis as Robbie steals every scene he’s in with his big-hearted innocence. The film’s message about focusing on positivity, family, and connection is simple but effective, and the festive setting keeps the mood cheerful without feeling over-the-top.

Where the movie falters is in predictability. Viewers familiar with Hallmark’s seasonal formula will see the major plot turns coming. Adam’s transformation feels slightly delayed, and a few story beats could use more nuance. Still, the heart of the movie shines through, making it a reliable choice for viewers seeking cozy holiday entertainment.

In the end, Tidings for the Season is exactly what you want from a Hallmark Christmas movie: charming leads, a kid who keeps the adults in check, a holiday aesthetic that makes you want to string up lights, and a gentle reminder that connection matters more than career ambition. Tamera Mowry-Housley and B.J. Britt bring enough charisma and emotional honesty to make even familiar storylines feel fresh. Cozy up, grab a blanket, and enjoy this one as it delivers all the warmth and sparkle the season promises.

Check out the full roundtable below:

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