Valentine's Day is still a month away, but Hallmark's An Unexpected Valentine is taking over Netflix after being added to its streaming lineup this month. The rom-com was the No. 3 movie on Netflix in the United States on Friday, January 16. It charted behind People We Meet on Vacation and Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story, which were No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, at the time of this story's publication. The spike in viewership comes one year after the Valentine's Day-themed movie premiered on Hallmark Channel. (It was also in Us Weekly's top five ranking of the "Best Hallmark Movies of 2025.") So what's all the hype about, and who is in the cast? Scroll down for everything to know about An Unexpected Valentine - including why you should watch it ASAP: A Guide to Every Romantic Hallmark Movie About Valentine's Day Who Is in the 'An Unexpected Valentine' Cast? Robert Buckley, Lacey Chabert. Hallmark Media Lacey Chabert leads An Unexpected Valentine's cast, playing Hannah. Robert Buckley portrays Hannah's love interest and rideshare driver, Finn. Hannah's fellow rideshare companions include Jess Brown as Gabby, Princess Davis as Nadine and Anthony Timpano as Nate. The cast is rounded out by Caitlin Stryker as Annalisa, Vincent Tong as Levi, Sergio Osuna as Juan, Chelsea Brown as Amelie and Madeleine Kelders as Vera. What 'An Unexpected Valentine' About? "A chance encounter on Valentine's Day brings Hannah (Lacey Chabert) and Finn (Robert Buckley) together as they race through New York City to return a lost engagement ring and save one couple's special day," the official logline reads. Is 'An Unexpected Valentine' a Sequel to 'An Unexpected Christmas'? Bethany Joy Lenz. Hallmark Media No, An Unexpected Valentine is not a sequel to Hallmark's 2021 holiday movie An Unexpected Christmas. An Unexpected Christmas stars Bethany Joy Lenz as Emily and Tyler Hynes as her ex-boyfriend Jamie. In the holiday-themed movie, Emily is sent to Jamie's hometown before Christmas for work. "She arrives at the train station as her ex is picked up by his family. They mistakenly think Emily's still an item," per the logline. While An Unexpected Valentine has a similar title, it involves two completely different sets of characters who have never met and focuses on Valentine's Day rather than Christmas. Where Does Lacey Chabert's Newest Hallmark Holiday Movie Rank? What Has Lacey Chabert Said About 'An Unexpected Valentine'? "I hadn't made a Valentine's movie in a minute and I fell in love with the script," Lacey Chabert told Southern Living in February 2025. "I love the idea that it takes place in one night. Which is an interesting way to film. Only one costume for the entire movie, which was such a treat." The actress noted that her and Robert Buckley's connection was evident from the start and helped enhance the instant chemistry between their characters. "I think when we're having fun on set, which is almost always, it really translates, especially in a movie like this. And I was really happy that they gave us the freedom to ad lib," Chabert recalled. "We had a wonderful script, and when there were times and moments that were unexpected, those were also really fun to play. And I just love these types of rom-coms. I love these types of love stories. It's about people connecting, and I think sometimes when it's not forced and you aren't expecting it, that's when the magic sometimes happens." When Did 'An Unexpected Valentine' Premiere? An Unexpected Valentine premiered on Hallmark Channel in February 2025 ahead of the romance holiday season. It later premiered on Hallmark+ before making its way to Netflix in January 2026. Where Can You Watch 'An Unexpected Valentine'? Lacey Chabert, Robert Buckley. Hallmark Media Fans can watch An Unexpected Valentine on Netflix and on Hallmark's streaming service, Hallmark+. Why Should Fans Check Out 'An Unexpected Valentine' on Netflix? An Unexpected Valentine came in at the No. 4 spot on Us Weekly's "Definitive (and Unofficial) Ranking of the 20 Best Hallmark Movies of 2025" list published in December 2025. The reason for the high marks? The adventure-filled premise paired with Hallmark's iconic love story format. During the film, Hannah (Lacey Chabert) convinces her rideshare driver Finn (Robert Buckley) to travel all over the city on Valentine's Day to return a lost engagement ring to a mystery couple. Along the way, the pair form their own bond and remind fans of the magic of love, no matter the season. Us previously pointed to the movie's "scavenger-hunt-style rom-com" story line as its "crown-worthy highlight," noting, "It's just so magical and romantic without trying too hard."