Chad Michael Murray joins the various famous actors starring in Netflix’s 2024 Christmas movies withThe Merry Gentlemen, which is reminiscent of the actor’s former TV show,Gilmore Girls.Murray starred as Tristan DuGray in The WB’s successful comedy-drama seriesabout the relationship between a single mother and her teenage daughter. Unfortunately, Murray only appeared in 11 episodes over the course of the first twoseasons ofGilmore Girlsbefore he exited the show.
The Merry Gentlemenis just one of many holiday movies coming to Netflix in 2024. Others includeMeet Me Next Christmas,Hot Frosty,Our Little Secret(starring Lindsay Lohan), andThat Christmas.
Tristan was one of Rory Gilmore’s classmates inGilmore Girlswho was also kind of a bully. He would often tease Rory, most notably about her virginity. As the episodes continued, though, romantic tension between Rory and Tristan began to form, making him a romantic rival to Jared Padalecki’s Dean Forester (Rory’s boyfriend at the time). However, aside from one kiss, not much happened between Rory and Tristan beforeMurray left duringGilmore Girlsseason 2. Murray went on to star in numerous popular shows and movies, withThe Merry Gentlemenbeing his latest project.
The Netflix Holiday Film Has Gilmore Girls Vibes
Chad Michael Murray seemingly returns to a world quite similar toGilmore Girlsin the 2024 Netflix Christmas Movie. Murray stars as Luke inthe cast ofThe Merry Gentlemen, which follows aBroadway dancer (Britt Robertson’s Ashley) who conspires to save her parents' small-town nightclub.To raise money, Ashley plans an all-male Christmas-themed dance show, which is how Murray’s character enters the picture.
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Of course, the fact thatThe Merry Gentlementakes place in a small town makes it feelGilmore Girls-esque.However, the town’s dedicated traditions, enthusiastic citizens, and cozy aesthetic also make it comparable to Murray’s former comedy-drama series. For all these reasons, the 2024Netflix Christmas moviemight just make up for Murray leavingGilmore Girlsfive seasons before it ended.
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Murray Starred As Tristan
Chad Michael Murray pulled out of the running to beRory’s love interest inGilmore Girlsseason 2 due to personal reasons. According toDistractify,the young actor wanted to explore different projects.Murray’s decision was ultimately for the best since it led to him starring as Lucas Scott inOne Tree Hillfor six seasons. Sadly, Murray didn’t reprise his role in theGilmore GirlsrevivalA Year in the Lifeon Netflix in 2016. But, the actor appeared in another Netflix project —The Merry Gentlemen.
