The Nine Lives of Christmas

The Nine Lives of Christmas is a 2014 American made-for-television romantic comedy film and Hallmark Channel original movie, written by Nancy Silvers, based on the book by Sheila Roberts. Directed by Mark Jean, it stars Brandon Routh and Kimberely Sustad. The film premiered on November 8, 2014, on the Hallmark Channel. Plot As a fireman, Zachary is always ready to help people, but since his parents' relationship was marked by conflict, he is opposed to commitments. He buys houses as an investment, fixes them up in his time off, and uses the profit he earns from selling them to invest in more properties. He likes dating and has been dating a model, but does not see how anyone could possibly know you are with someone you could commit to for life. Marilee has a very romantic view of life, even though it has not worked out that way for her. She is responsible and very capable. She is also the owner of a cat named Queenie, even though the apartment complex where she lives has a strict, no-pet policy. Working her way through veterinary school, she has promised herself not to get involved with anyone until she has started her career. Zach comes across a homeless cat named Ambrose who has been cornered by a large dog. After he rescues the cat, the cat decides to move in with him, uninvited. Somehow the cats play a role in the two getting to know each other better. Cast Brandon Routh as Zachary Stone Kimberley Sustad as Marilee White Gregory Harrison as Chief Sam Chelsea Hobbs as Blair Stephanie Bennett as Jaclyn Dallas Blake as Mark Sean Tyson as Ray Carey Feehan as Kyle Nicole Fraissinet as Anna Alison Araya as Lucy Giles Panton as Craig Jennifer Cheon Garcia as Sarah