Buffalo Bills Fans Rejoice: Hallmark’s New Rom-Com ‘A Bills Love Story’ Will Warm Your Heart This Holiday Season

Hallmark is back with another holiday movie, and this time, the Buffalo Bills are taking center stage. After last year’s success with *Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story*, they’ve announced *Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story* for the 2025 “Countdown to Christmas” lineup.

Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario headline the cast, which is honestly a pretty solid pairing. The film promises a mix of love, football, and a bit of Christmas magic—classic Hallmark, but with a Buffalo twist.

Real-life Bills players will appear, and Buffalo’s most iconic spots will be front and center. If you’re into romance or football (or both), it’s one to keep on your radar.

The Storyline: A Touchdown of Romance and Mystery

The story follows two lifelong friends: Morgan Quinn, a pediatric doctor (played by Holland Roden), and Gabe DeLuca, the Bills’ VP of Stadium Development (Matthew Daddario). Their families are neighbors and proud members of the Bills Mafia.

Every year, they celebrate the last home game before Christmas together. Gabe’s been carrying a torch for Morgan for ages, and honestly, it’s not exactly a secret.

When Morgan learns someone’s been quietly helping her family for over 60 years, she’s determined to solve the mystery. She ropes Gabe in, and together they set out to “unwrap the gifter’s identity.”

Of course, as they dig deeper, their friendship starts to shift. Feelings get more complicated—and more obvious.

From Friends to Lovers

Their journey from friends to something more is filled with sweet moments and a whole lot of holiday spirit. At one point, Morgan’s plan to surprise her Uncle Tommy (Joe Pantoliano) goes sideways.

Gabe jumps in to help, using his Bills connections to pull off a surprise that neither family will forget. That’s the kind of Christmas you talk about for years.

A Star-Studded Cast

The cast is stacked:

• Holland Roden as Morgan Quinn
• Matthew Daddario as Gabe DeLuca
• Joe Pantoliano as Uncle Tommy
• Tracy Pollan
• Caroline Aaron
• Steve Schirripa

Originally, Tony Danza was set to play Uncle Tommy, but he had a scheduling conflict and Joe Pantoliano stepped in. Honestly, that’s a pretty great swap.

Cameos and Special Appearances

Keep an eye out for some familiar faces from the Bills:

• Sean McDermott
• Ray Davis
• Damar Hamlin
• Dion Dawkins
• Dawson Knox
• Reid Ferguson
• DeWayne Carter
• Joshua Palmer
• Jim Kelly
• Steve Tasker
• Thurman Thomas
• Scott Norwood

Bills play-by-play announcer Chris Brown will pop up, and Luke Russert is set to pay tribute to his late father, Tim Russert. Plus, Hallmark regular Andrew Walker is making a cameo, which should be fun.

Behind the Scenes: A Buffalo Production

Filming kicked off in May right in Buffalo, New York. They hit up some classic spots, like Highmark Stadium and Oishei Children’s Hospital.

The movie is set to premiere as part of Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” on Saturday, November 22, at 8 p.m. ET. Mark your calendar if you’re a planner—or just set a reminder and forget about it until then.

The Official Trailer

The trailer dropped on September 7 and gives a taste of the festive romance. It’s got cameos from Bills players Hamlin and Dawkins, which definitely adds to the vibe.

There’s a scene where Uncle Tommy shows off a Bills ornament to Morgan and Gabe, kicking off their quest to find the secret sender. As they search, the chemistry between Morgan and Gabe gets harder to ignore—Santa and the Bills players even chime in with some playful nudges.

Why You Should Watch

*Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story* isn’t just another holiday movie. It’s got heart, a bit of mystery, and a lot of Buffalo pride. Here’s why you might want to tune in:

• Heartwarming Storyline: Romance and mystery, all wrapped up in holiday spirit.
• Star-Studded Cast: Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario are front and center, and the supporting cast isn’t too shabby either.
• Real-Life Cameos: Bills fans will appreciate the appearances from players past and present.
• Iconic Locations: Buffalo looks great on screen, and the movie doesn’t shy away from showing it off.
• Christmas Magic: Expect plenty of festive moments and surprises along the way.

Mark Your Calendars

Don’t miss the premiere of *Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story* on November 22 at 8 p.m. ET on the Hallmark Channel.

Whether you’re into romance, football, or just craving a little holiday cheer, this movie’s probably got you covered.

Gather your loved ones. Maybe grab some hot cocoa and settle in for a festive film that promises to leave you feeling warm and fuzzy—well, that’s the hope, anyway.

Stay tuned for updates and a few behind-the-scenes peeks as the premiere gets closer.