Spotlight Sarah Drew digs into 'Mistletoe Murders' for the holidays on Hallmark+ BRUCE R. MILLER Sioux City Journal Nov 4, 2024 Nov 4, 2024 Updated Dec 27, 2024 0 1 of 3 Christmas is a big deal -- for both Sarah Drew and her "Mistletoe Murders" character, Emily Lane. Hallmark Media Sarah Drew plays a gift shop owner who dabbles in crime-solving in "Mistletoe Murders," a six-part Hallmark+ series. Hallmark Media It is possible for viewers to solve the crime in "Mistletoe Murders," says star Sarah Drew. It just requires listening closely to conversations. Hallmark Media Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save BRUCE R. 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