Operation Nutcracker is a 2024 Hallmark Channel holiday film that follows Lottie Morgan, a meticulous Chicago event planner, as she travels to Boston to secure a prestigious contract for the Warby Foundation’s Christmas charity event. At the airport, she encounters Tristan Warby, the free-spirited heir to the Warby dynasty, leading to a mix-up with identical green suitcases. Unbeknownst to both, this mix-up results in the loss of a priceless antique nutcracker intended for the charity auction. Realizing the gravity of the situation, Lottie and Tristan embark on a mission, dubbed “Operation Nutcracker,” to retrieve the missing artifact before the event.

Their quest involves tracking down Dave, a father who inadvertently took home the wrong suitcase containing the nutcracker. As Lottie and Tristan follow clues to locate Dave and the valuable item, they navigate personal challenges and uncover deeper connections. The journey fosters a growing bond between them, blending elements of romance, humor, and the spirit of Christmas. The film has been praised for the tangible chemistry between Newbrough and Russell, as well as its engaging storyline that intertwines multiple layers of personal growth and festive adventure.