Faith-based Christmas movies, family Christmas comedies, and inspirational holiday films are among the most searched terms this season—and All Is Merry and Bright delivers all three. Actor Eric Close joins us to talk about the new faith-based Christmas comedy-drama releasing November 7, exploring how the film blends humor, heartfelt family dynamics, and a message our culture needs right now.

Eric shares why this script stood out among other Christmas films, what it was like working with an all-star cast (including Emily Rose, John O'Hurley, Doug Jones, Sherry Rigby, and Nancy Stafford), and how the film highlights the true joy of Christmas—not perfection, but love, grace, and togetherness. He also opens up about his own journey in Hollywood, how faith guides his career choices, and the moment everything shifted for him spiritually.

If you're looking for uplifting Christmas entertainment, a feel-good story with depth, or insight into how faith translates into filmmaking, this episode is packed with warmth, honesty, and holiday hope.

Highlights


What drew Eric Close to All Is Merry and Bright


How the film tackles Christmas chaos, family dynamics, and joy


Working with Emily Rose and the film’s powerhouse cast


Why authenticity and natural faith themes mattered in this script


Eric’s acting journey—from childhood theatre to TV and film


His most meaningful “I think I’m really in this business” moment


How faith influences the roles he accepts (and declines)


Why we need uplifting, joy-filled stories—especially this holiday season


The film’s reminder that we can’t control everything…and shouldn’t try

Resources & Links


🎬 All Is Merry and Bright
In theaters November 7
merryandbright.movie


Follow Eric Close on Instagram


Explore more faith-based podcasts at LifeAudio.com

Faith-based Christmas movies, family Christmas comedies, and inspirational holiday films are among the most searched terms this season&mdash;and All Is Merry and Bright delivers all three. Actor Eric Close joins us to talk about the new faith-based Christmas comedy-drama releasing November 7, exploring how the film blends humor, heartfelt family dynamics, and a message our culture needs right now.
Eric shares why this script stood out among other Christmas films, what it was like working with an all-star cast (including Emily Rose, John O'Hurley, Doug Jones, Sherry Rigby, and Nancy Stafford), and how the film highlights the true joy of Christmas&mdash;not perfection, but love, grace, and togetherness. He also opens up about his own journey in Hollywood, how faith guides his career choices, and the moment everything shifted for him spiritually.
If you're looking for uplifting Christmas entertainment, a feel-good story with depth, or insight into how faith translates into filmmaking, this episode is packed with warmth, honesty, and holiday hope.
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Highlights
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What drew Eric Close to All Is Merry and Bright
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How the film tackles Christmas chaos, family dynamics, and joy
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Working with Emily Rose and the film&rsquo;s powerhouse cast
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Why authenticity and natural faith themes mattered in this script
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Eric&rsquo;s acting journey&mdash;from childhood theatre to TV and film
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His most meaningful &ldquo;I think I&rsquo;m really in this business&rdquo; moment
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How faith influences the roles he accepts (and declines)
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Why we need uplifting, joy-filled stories&mdash;especially this holiday season
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The film&rsquo;s reminder that we can&rsquo;t control everything&hellip;and shouldn&rsquo;t try
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Resources &amp; Links
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🎬 All Is Merry and Bright In theaters November 7 <a href="https://merryandbright.movie/">merryandbright.movie</a>
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<a href="ericrclose">Follow Eric Close on Instagram</a>
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Explore more faith-based podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio.com</a>
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Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

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Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

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