Grey's Anatomy star Sarah Drew's murder mystery show Mistletoe Murders has been renewed for a second season.
The Hallmark+ drama's first season debuted in October and centres on Drew's optimistic character Emily Lane, a small-town Christmas shop owner who investigates murders in her spare time.
According to Deadline, it's now been confirmed that Mistletoe Murders will return for a second season, which will be filled with more "mystery, romance and of course, Christmas".
The first season received positive reviews from places including Marvelous Geeks Media, which described it as "a cosy, intriguing, and must-watch series".
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"We had searched for the right series to blend Christmas with mysteries – two genres our viewers love – and Mistletoe Murders cracked that case to perfection," said Samantha DiPippo, Senior Vice President of Programming at Hallmark Media.
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"The enthusiastic audience reaction made the decision to renew the series an easy one. After the jaw-dropping season finale that left fans asking, 'Who is Emily Lane?', we look forward to another riveting holiday in Fletcher’s Grove filled with mystery, romance and of course, Christmas."
Mistletoe Murders also stars Peter Mooney as Detective Sam Wilner, a love interest who "comes to learn there is more to Emily than meets the eye".
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Rounding out the main ensemble are Sierra Marilyn Riley, Jean Yoon, Lara Amersey, Kylee Evans and David Hewlett, while guest stars include Tom Cavanagh, Jake Epstein and Steven Lund.
Drew also executive produces the series alongside showrunner Ken Cuperus, Michelle Melanson and Jocelyn Hamilton.
Drew is known for her role as Dr April Kepner on Grey's Anatomy, joining the series during season six before leaving at the end of season 14.
She has since returned for some brief visits, reprising her role as Kepner in seasons 17 and 18.
Mistletoe Murders airs on Hallmark+.
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