A Keller Christmas Vacation (Presented by "Dial It Back")

This week is presented by "Dial It Back", available now on Prime Video. 

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Brian is back for another Hallmark Christmas movie. Today, we dive into a family-sized holiday adventure with A Keller Christmas Vacation. 

ABOUT A KELLER CHRISTMAS VACATION

Three reluctant adult siblings join their parents on a Christmas river cruise through Europe. What was meant to be a scenic holiday turns into a journey of reconnection, self-discovery, and unexpected joy when the family learns that the trip had deeper reasons than just sightseeing.

AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR A KELLER CHRISTMAS VACATION

November 9 2025 | Hallmark Channel

CAST & CREW OF A KELLER CHRISTMAS VACATION

• Jonathan Bennett as Dylan
• Brandon Routh as Cal
• Eden Sher as Emory
• Directed by Maclain Nelson

BRAN’S A KELLER CHRISTMAS VACATION SYNOPSIS

The movie kicks off with photos of the Keller family. They’re all about to take a Christmas cruise aboard the Dunebae.

We’ve got:

• Cal, the oldest son — recently divorced and trying to invite a new love interest on the trip… but she’s already with someone else. Womp womp.
• Dylan, the middle son, who is deeply in love with his boyfriend William — who is joining the cruise. Right before they leave, Dylan proposes. William freezes, says it’s not the right time. Dylan says, “Okay, well… clearly something’s going on. So maybe we need some space. Like… Atlantic Ocean–sized space.” Not a breakup — just space.
• Emory, the youngest — aspiring photographer, newly jobless, single, and hoping someone out there will make her feel seen.

The family arrives on December 19th, ready to check in.
At check-in, a very charming crew member named Noah helps Emory to her room. Sparks. Are. Spark-ing.

Cal discovers his room neighbors are a sweet grandfather and his granddaughter Felicity. Grandpa is very interested in pairing them up. Felicity is not amused.

The family competes in a gingerbread house contest — and it’s a full disaster. But onward! They head to their first Christmas market, needing to get back by 7 PM. Everyone can tell something is up with Dylan.

They have such a great time that… they miss the boat. Literally.
Now stranded, they end up staying at a tiny off–the–grid German hotel owned by a very intense German woman. Emory suspects their parents planned this trip for reasons. The siblings open up to each other a bit.

The next morning, they pile onto a three-person motorcycle (it is exactly as chaotic as it sounds) to chase the boat, which is now leaving earlier than planned. They make it just in time — and William is waiting on the dock.

Back on board, Dylan asks William again if he’s ready to talk. William still can’t. Dylan decides to bunk with Emory for now.

Meanwhile, Cal heads to the hot chocolate bar… and of course Felicity is there.

Noah asks Emory if she’d be willing to take photos for the ship’s marketing. She’s thrilled. They shake on it — and that handshake definitely lingers.

Dylan eventually tells his siblings what’s going on. He’s afraid William doesn’t love him anymore. They remind him: William flew halfway around the world to be here. Emory shares that she was laid off by email. Everyone finally gets vulnerable.

Next port!
Dylan and William take a walking tour and have some very sweet, flirty moments. William says, “If I could tell you what’s going on, I would. I promise.”

Emory takes photos of her parents for Noah’s campaign. They encourage her to follow her heart — wherever that leads.

Cal and Felicity wander their market stop together and the chemistry is real.

Then comes the ship-wide White Elephant party. Fun — until Dad nearly falls. Time for The Family Talk.

Dad shares that he has Parkinson’s Disease, stage 1 — early and mild, but life will change. They’ll need to sell the house. And they reveal that William already knew because he’s a neurosurgeon who has treated Parkinson’s patients.

Dylan goes to William — and they finally talk honestly. It’s tender and healing.

Cal opens up to Felicity. Emory finds Noah and just gives him the biggest, longest hug.

Next stop. Another market.
Emory updates Noah: she’s moving back to Portland to be close to her dad, and she’d love for Noah to visit — maybe go on a