Movie: The Christmas Challenge

Top 6 Billed Cast

Jennica Schwartzman
Jennica Schwartzman

Laura

Zack Gold
Zack Gold

Paul

Galadriel Stineman
Galadriel Stineman

Michale

Alicia Haymer
Alicia Haymer

Mary

Henry Haggard
Henry Haggard

Santa

Betsy Johnson
Betsy Johnson

Elf

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    Podcast host Laura Ross and her longtime friend and producer Paul are challenged to re-examine their personal and professional relationships when a listener submits the daily "Christmas Challenge" that promotes togetherness to their ambitious "Modernly Independent" podcast.

  • Release Date

    2022-10-01

  • Average

    5.5

  • Rating:

    2.8 starts
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    English
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