Hallmark Media has several popular mystery movie franchises, including the Curious Caterer Mysteries, The Cases of Mystery Laneand Signed, Sealed, Delivered. One of the most popular series is the Hannah Swensen mystery movies starring Alison Sweeney in the title role. Originally called Murder She Baked, the films are based on the bestselling mystery novels by Joanne Flukewhich feature a baker-turned-sleuth. The latest Hannah Swensen movie, A Sprinkle of Deceit is the 10th movie in the series and is based on the 25th novel in the series.
Here's everything we know about A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery.
What is A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery about?
Hannah (Alison Sweeney) has a new bakery space in the latest Hannah Swensen mystery. When Hannah caters Lonnie's (Daylin Willis) high school reunion, she and Michelle (Tess Atkins) get the opportunity to meet Lonnie's old friends. a classmate is found dead the next day. When one of the guests is found dead, everyone feels like a potential suspect. Hannah joins Chad (Victor Webster) in the investigation as they each collect clues and peel back the layers to get to the truth and bring the killer to justice. Meanwhile, her mother Delores (Barbara Niven) finds herself unexpectedly whisked into the world of acting while also working the case in a way only she can.
Is A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery based on other material?
Yes! A Sprinkle of Deceit is based on the book Coconut Layer Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke.
Are there any Easter eggs in A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery?
Yes, keep an eye out for some fun bits!
Meet the cast of A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
Alison Sweeney (Hannah Swensen)
The Days of our Lives actress has starred in over two dozen films for Hallmark Media including the fan favorite The Irresistible Blueberry Farm, Chronicles Mysteries series and The Wedding Veil trilogies. Sweeney also serves as executive producer.
Victor Webster (Chad Norton)
Webster has been actor for over two decades with starring roles in films like The Scorpion King 3 and 4 and on the TV series Continuum. He has starred in over a dozen projects for Hallmark including the Matchmaker Mysteries movies and The Wedding Veil trilogies.
Fun fact: Victor Webster and Alison Sweeney have starred together before. They both co-starred in both The Wedding Veil trilogies on Hallmark Channel.
Barbara Niven (Delores)
Niven is a staple on Hallmark Channel, it seems. She has had supporting roles in over two dozen movies including the Crossword Mysteries and Christmas in Evergreen films. She also starred as Megan O'Brien on Chesapeake Shores in all six seasons of the show. She is also the National Ambassador for American Humane.
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Tess Atkins (Michelle)
Atkins has appeared in several of the Hannah Swensen Mystery movies. Previous credits include The Flash, Supernatural, and Continuum (which starred Victor Webster).
Daylin Willis (Lonnie)
Lonnie is Tess's boyfriend and a local police detective. He was classmates with the murder victim. Willis has appeared in several Hannah Swensen movies and appears in almost every Hannah Swensen novel! Previous credits include Betty's Bad Luck in Love, Firefly Lane, and The Fall of the House of Usher.
Lisa Durupt (Andrea)
Durupt has appeared opposite Alison Sweeney before - in The Chronicle Mysteries and The Irresistible Blueberry Farm. Other credits include Operation Christmas, Date My Dad, and Love, Guaranteed.
How many Hannah Swensen Mystery movies are there?
Including A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery, there are a total of ten Hannah Swensen movies. The first five were known as Murder She Baked before transitioning to A Hannah Swensen Mystery.
How do I watch the Hannah Swensen Mystery movies in order?
The list below has all the Hannah Swensen Mystery movies in the order they premiered on Hallmark Mystery from oldest to latest.
Murder She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery
Murder She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery
Murder She Baked: A Peach Cobbler Mystery
Murder She Baked: A Deadly Recipe
Murder She Baked: Just Desserts
Sweet Revenge: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
Carrot Cake Murder: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
A Zest for Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery
When does premiere A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery?
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery premieres on Friday, Oct. 4 at 9 p.m. ET.
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Will there be any bonus material shown during the premiere of A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery?
Yes! Hallmark Mystery will show a sneak peek of This Time Each Year, a Hallmark Mystery Christmas movie premiering on Oct. 24 starring Sweeney and Niall Matter and directed by Signed, Sealed, Delivered's Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe. This Time Each Year is Sweeney's 30th movie for Hallmark!
Sweeney said, “I couldn’t script this better…to reveal a first look at my THIRTIETH Hallmark movie during the 10th installment of Hannah Swensen is really special,” exclaims Sweeney. “Throughout this journey, Hallmark has been so incredibly supportive of my choices as an actress and as a producer. I’m so grateful for their continued support and I cannot wait for fans to hopefully share in my excitement for these movies.”
When can I watch A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery again?
Sunday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. ET
Saturday, Oct. 12 at 9 p.m. ET
Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 9 p.m. ET
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Is there a preview for A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery?
Yes! Check out this preview for the newest Hannah Swensen Mystery, A Sprinkle of Deceit.
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