Get Ready for Holiday Cheer with Hallmark’s ‘Christmas Island’
Are you ready for a dose of holiday spirit mixed with a splash of nostalgia? The stars of Hallmark’s latest festive flick, Christmas Island, are serving up just that. They’ve taken a break from their on-set duties to recreate a classic pop moment that’s sure to get you in the mood for the season’s festivities.
Backstreet’s Back on ‘Christmas Island’
Actress Rachel Skarsten took to Instagram on a sunny Saturday, sharing a hilarious Instagram reel that’s got everyone talking. In celebration of the movie’s premiere on November 11, the cast decided to pay homage to none other than the Backstreet Boys. Yes, you read that right!
Skarsten, 38, humorously captioned the post, “We spent about as much time making this Backstreet Boys tribute video as we did the movie Christmas Island. So they both premiere today ❤️.” She even teased fans with a little challenge, asking them to guess which Backstreet Boy each cast member portrayed.
A Tribute to Remember
The clip kicks off with Kate Drummond and Jefferson Brown descending the stairs of a plane to the iconic opening notes of “I Want It That Way.” Meanwhile, Andrew Walker and Skarsten, donning a pilot uniform, strike a pose under the plane’s wing. The scene is a playful nod to the original 1999 music video that had us all singing along.
Embracing his inner Brian Litrell, Brown, 47, takes center stage, pointing and gesturing to the camera with the unforgettable lyrics, “You are my fire. The one desire.” The rest of the cast, including Skarsten and Drummond, groove in the background, adding to the fun.
Inside the Airport Hangar: A Star Is Born
Next, we see Walker, 44, channeling his best Nick Carter inside an airport hangar. His performance is filled with smiles and exaggerated expressions, capturing the heart and soul of the song. The cast doesn’t hold back, showcasing their dance skills with plenty of chest bumps and synchronized moves.
In a particularly amusing moment, Brown jumps into the frame, delivering flirtatious winks to the camera. He fully embraces his moment as a boy-band heartthrob, much to the delight of fans and viewers alike.
Fans Can’t Get Enough
The response to the video has been overwhelmingly positive. Fans have flooded the comments section, with one person exclaiming, “The amount this is spectacular cannot even be comprehended,” and another simply stating, “This. Is. Everything.”
The chemistry between the stars is palpable, with another fan commenting, “I can’t stop smiling while watching this! You all have great chemistry and you can really tell that you had fun while filming.”
A Festive Journey to ‘Christmas Island’
Christmas Island is just one of the 40 new original movies Hallmark is gifting us this holiday season. The story follows Kate (Skarsten) as her first private flight to Switzerland is rerouted to Christmas Island due to a snowstorm. She teams up with an air traffic controller (Walker) in a quest to secure her dream job as the Family’s pilot.
Walker, a Hallmark channel favorite, shared his excitement on Instagram, ranking the movie as “one of my personal top 3 favs.” He expressed his gratitude to Hallmark and Vortex Productions, thanking them for the opportunity to work on Christmas Island with both new and familiar faces.
So, if you’re looking for a heartwarming tale with a side of boy-band nostalgia, tune in to Hallmark’s Christmas Island. It’s sure to be a holiday hit that will have you singing “I Want It That Way” all season long!
