A cynical journalist searching for a story finds an unexpected journey of the heart aboard The Christmas Train. Dermot Mulroney stars as Tom Langdon, a world-weary war correspondent whose quest for a simple, nostalgic train ride home for the holidays is complicated by a strict editor, played by the scene-stealing Joan Cusack, who demands a festive feature. His plans are further derailed when he discovers his former fiancée, the accomplished photographer Eleanor Carter (Kimberly Williams), is also a passenger, reopening old wounds and unresolved feelings. As the scenic train, guided by a wise and cheerful conductor (Danny Glover), chugs through snowy landscapes, Tom is surrounded by a carriage full of colorful characters, each with their own holiday hopes and secrets. This charming mix of romance, comedy, and seasonal drama from director Ron Oliver explores whether some tracks from the past can lead to a brighter future, proving that the most important destinations are often discovered along the way.