Hallmark’s Summer Nights closes out with Catch Of The Day. This stars Chesapeake Shores alum Emile Ullerup, and Tracker star Michael Rady, This was co-written by culinary star Katie Lee Biegel. She was behind Lacey Chabert’s 2022 movie, Groundswell. Jessica Harmon (Tipline Mysteries) directed this movie.
“On the eve of becoming a NY executive chef, Sophie returns home to help her family’s flailing restaurant and runs into Cam, an old rush who makes her question everything.”
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What Is Hallmark’s ‘Catch Of The Day’ About?
Emilie Ullerup and Michael Rady are back for the final Hallmark 2025 Summer Nights romance, Catch Of The Day. What is this new romcom about? According to TV Insider, Ullerup portrays Sophie. She is a rising star in the competitive Manhattan culinary scene. She is about to get her dream job as the executive chef at one of the best restaurants in town. However, life throws her a curve ball.
Emilie’s sister Abigail (Alison Wandzura, An Unexpected Christmas), calls Sophie with some alarming news. The family’s Montauk seafood restaurant is “floundering.” Moreover, they need Sophie’s help to put things back in order.
Therefore, Sophie returns home to help. While trying to remedy the many issues, Sophie reignites her passion for cooking. In addition, she runs into Cam (Rady), the one that got away. He is one of the local fishermen. This guy was her ultimate teenage crush. As they Sophie and Cam spend more time together, Cam reminds Sophie what matters in life and in cooking.
Look for Katie Lee Biegel in a pivotal food blogger role!
‘Catch Of The Day’ Was Katie Lee Biegel’s Vision
Hallmark’s new romcom Catch Of The Day starring Emilie Ullerup and Michael Rady was written by Katie Lee Biegel. Viewers may remember that Lacey Chabert and Ektor Rivera starred in the 2022 Hallmark movie Groundswell. That was based on Katie’s novel of the same name. Catch Of The Day is also a first for Katie. This is her first screenplay.
Speaking to Swooon, The Kitchen star revealed that she went to screenwriting school in New York before she put her vision to paper. “I actually took a screenwriting class at NYU to learn the format.” She also read a book on the craft.
Furthermore, Andrea Canning, the Dateline host who moonlights as a romcom and true crime screenwriter co-wrote this movie. Katie shared she also “learned the ropes” from this seasoned Hallmark writer.
Katie not only wrote the script, but she also has a small cameo as a rather catty food blogger. Biegel, who was previously married to Billy Joel, admitted that she would love to star in a Hallmark movie.
I really like to do things that challenge me and get me out of my comfort zone. So, yeah, I would love to do a starring role in a Hallmark movie. I think that’d be super fun. Let’s just put it out there.
Who Will Enjoy This New Hallmark Romcom?
Hallmark’s new romcom Catch Of The Day is the final movie in the 2025 Summer Nights collection. This romance will appeal to those viewers who love traditional Hallmark romance movies. Moreover, the return of Emelie Ullerup and Michael Rady will certainly reward those fans.
This is a light and breezy movie that is very enjoyable.
Catch Of The Day is now available on Hallmark+.
