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Hallmark Hits the Field: Tyler Hynes and Hunter King Tease the Chiefs’ Christmas Romance

What happens when Hallmark magic meets Kansas City Chiefs fandom? 

You get Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, a movie so packed with charm, romance, and festive fun, it might just be your next Christmas tradition. 

This Hallmark Channel original stars Tyler Hynes and Hunter King, two fan favorites who light up the screen as sparks fly between a die-hard Chiefs fan and the guy tasked with judging her family’s “Fan of the Year” dreams. 

(©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Joshua Haines)

Add in a little Christmas magic, a missing vintage hat, and cameos from actual Chiefs players and coaches, and you’ve got yourself a playbook for holiday perfection.

In this exclusive interview, Tyler and Hunter dish on everything that makes this movie special. 

From Alana’s (Hunter’s character) multi-generational Chiefs-obsessed family to Derrick’s (Tyler’s character) role as Director of Fan Engagement, the two break down why this story feels so personal. 

Spoiler alert: it’s not just about football. It’s about family, fate, and finding love in the middle of the holiday season — and maybe even on the fifty-yard line.

(©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Joshua Haines)

But let’s not pretend it’s all serious talk. 

Tyler and Hunter bring their special humor and energy to this chat, sharing adorable banter (you won’t believe who wanted to borrow whose outfit) and spilling what it was really like working with Chiefs royalty, including Donna Kelce

It turns out that blending Hallmark’s warm-and-fuzzy vibes with the Chiefs’ high-energy fandom is a match made in heaven — or at least Kansas City.

And honestly, isn’t this partnership kind of genius? 

(©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Joshua Haines)

Both Hallmark and the NFL have fanbases that are fiercely loyal, deeply passionate, and all about creating memorable experiences. 

With women now making up nearly 50% of football audiences — thanks in part to Taylor Swift and her NFL star boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce — it feels like the perfect time to mix touchdowns with tinsel. 

Whether you’re tuning in for the love story, the Chiefs cameos, because you’re Tyler Hynes’s biggest fan, or just to see how these two worlds collide, Holiday Touchdown has something for everyone.

If you’re a fan of football, Christmas, or just really good romantic comedies, you don’t want to miss this movie or our exclusive interview. 

(©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Joshua Haines)

Tyler and Hunter are as delightful off-screen as they are on, and they’ve got plenty to say about their characters, the movie’s unique Hallmark-meets-NFL partnership, and why this project feels like the perfect kickoff to the holidays. 

Don’t miss it — watch the interview and get ready to fall in love with Holiday Touchdown!

Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story premieres only on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, November 30 at 8/7c.

Olympia FitzGerald

Saturday 30th of November 2024

November 30 is finally here. I have been waiting with anticipation for this night. I know Tyler and Hunter will do a great job. Tyler has been my favorite Hallmark stat since 2018 when he first came to Hallmark. I love his deep and sexy voice. His beard is fantastic and I love his hairstyle.

Carissa Pavlica

Sunday 1st of December 2024

I hope it lived up to your expectations! 💕

Sweet Amy

Thursday 28th of November 2024

I have been patiently waiting for months for this movie! I love Tyler Hynes, and Hunter King is great, also! I watch Young and the Restless, and for 10 years she was hugely popular as Summer Newman-Abbott. As a Hallmark movie fan fanatic, Christopher Russell is my favourite, then Tyler. Some other top leading men are Corey Sevier, Paul Campbell, and Andrew Walker. All the Hallmark men are pretty awesome though! I love how spoiled we are getting Tyler in the 3 Groomsmen movies, Three Wiser Men and a Boy, and Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story. Only 2 more sleeps to go!

Sweet Amy

Sunday 1st of December 2024

@Carissa Pavlica, WOW! I have seen photos and videos on Instagram, courtesy of Tyler, seen interviews on talk shows, and read articles about the cruise, but to be there is truly fantabulous! I only hear how amazing Tyler is, and just sweet and kind he is, and it would be a dream to meet him one day. I also wouldn't mind a giant hug from him, too!

Carissa Pavlica

Friday 29th of November 2024

I was on the Hallmark Cruise and got a giant hug from Tyler. They are all truly amazing people who deserve their success. You'll love the movie!! 😻

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