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“I loved the last one and found this completely charming. I think if this went to series it would be serious competition to When Calls the Heart.” Letterboxd · 3 years ago

Newer viewers and families often enjoy the film's gentle pacing and heartwarming message. 4.w4lt0ns.th4nksg1v1ng.2022.hdirp.720p.subesp.mp4

However, those who grew up with the original series often find the changes to character history and the lack of "grinding poverty" jarring. “I loved the last one and found this completely charming

“CW'S A Waltons Thanksgiving movie does not resemble Hamner's Waltons visually, verbally, historically or morally.” IMDb “CW'S A Waltons Thanksgiving movie does not resemble

“Why couldn't they make up their own movie and family instead of hijacking a great series like the Waltons? The acting was terrible, and it was too far removed from the excellent acting done by the original cast.” IMDb

The film is widely praised for its strong moral and Christian worldview, emphasizing family love, prayer, and community.

While narrated by original John-Boy actor Richard Thomas , critics note that the reboot feels more like a modern "Lifetime-style" holiday movie than a realistic depiction of the Great Depression. Common complaints include the characters looking "too polished" and the dialogue feeling out of place for 1934.