Those films can even help inform their vision when they have creative control over a project.

Bennett is a Christmas movie legend, as well as an LGBTQ+ icon.

In the process, he has to grow up.

Jonatha Bennett smiling

“It was important to tell a story of someone that looked like me on screen doing that.

That’s never happened before.”

Despite the pressure, Bennett couldn’t be more excited.

Stressed Sam talks on the phone

“It’s a movie made for everybody.

“The Holiday Sitter” premieres Sunday, December 11 at 8:00 p.m.

ET (7:00 p.m. CT) on Hallmark.

Jason and Sam smile at Christmas sweater