The Perfect Setting

Girls Gone Hallmark explores the new Hallmark movie The Perfect Setting. Set against the enchanting backdrop of Belgium, this Winter Escape film tells the story of an aspiring jewelry designer who returns to her homeland to reconnect with her beloved grandfather and compete in the renowned Valentine’s Day Diamond Contest.

The Perfect Setting airs on Hallmark Channel on Saturday, January 25th.

Don’t miss the Girls Gone Hallmark review as Megan and Wendy share their glittering thoughts on this dazzling romantic adventure, a true gem in January’s Winter Escape lineup – available on Tuesday, January 28th.

Dive into our review of The Perfect Setting, a Hallmark romance that's a real gem. Does this diamond in the rough shine bright? Find out here!

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The Perfect Setting (Hallmark Channel - 2025) | Photo: David Elsendoorn, Laci J Mailey
Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Vinciane Pierart
Photo: David Elsendoorn, Laci J Mailey Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Vinciane Pierart

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Who Stars in Hallmark’s The Perfect Setting (Hallmark Channel – 2025)

  • Jonathan Wright directed The Perfect Setting. He has 23 previous directing credits including the well-received True Justice: Family Ties mystery from early 2024.
  • Julie Kim, Kariné Marwood, and Nina Weinman are responsible for the script.
    • Writing partners Julie Kim and Kariné Marwood share nine Hallmark writing credits, including the three Curious Caterer movies, Mix Up in the Mediterranean, and their debut project, Love Blossoms.
    • Nina Weinman stepped in to write the revisions for this script, bringing her seasoned expertise to the project. With an impressive Hallmark resume, Nina has penned several of our favorite movies including A Carol for Two, Haunted Wedding, and Catch Me if You Claus.
  • Laci J. Mailey stars as Abby and is best known for her role as Jess O’Brien in the series Chesapeake Shores. Most recently, she appeared on Hallmark in Betty’s Bad Luck in Love in early 2024.
  • David Elsendoorn plays Alexander and returns to Hallmark after starring alongside Rhiannon Fish in My Norwegian Holiday. He is also known for his role as Jan Maas in the series Ted Lasso.
  • Hans Royaards plays Abby’s grandfather Laurent Vandenbrink. He is a Belgian actor who has 84 previous acting credits, including the previously mentioned Hallmark movie Love Blossoms.
  • Jinesea Lewis also co-stars. We last saw Jinesea in My Sweet Austrian Holiday and Falling in Love in Niagara. This marks her sixth project for Hallmark.
  • Suzanne McKenney appears as Abby’s boss Nadia. This is her second project for Hallmark, having previously appeared in last year’s My Sweet Austrian Holiday.
  • John Koensgen plays Alexander’s dad Pieter Remy. John is a Canadian actor who was last seen on Hallmark in My Grown-Up Christmas List.
  • Brian Froud plays Jules Peeters. In addition to his long list of voice work, Brian appeared as Frank in the recent Hallmark+ movie series Unwrapping Christmas: Lily’s Destiny.
  • The Perfect Setting was partly filmed on location in Belgium as well as Ottawa, Canada.
The Perfect Setting (Hallmark Channel - 2025) | Photo: David Elsendoorn, Laci J Mailey
Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Vinciane Pierart
Photo: David Elsendoorn, Laci J Mailey Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Vinciane Pierart

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