Campfire Kiss (2017) Apr 2026

What makes Campfire Kiss stand out is the genuine chemistry between the leads. McKellar plays the "type-A" personality with a relatable vulnerability, and Greene brings a rugged charm that balances her energy perfectly. The film does an excellent job of using the wilderness setting as a catalyst for growth. As Dana learns to put down her phone and pick up a fishing rod, she finds a new side of herself and a potential new partner in Steve.

The story follows Dana (McKellar), a high-strung math teacher who takes her teenage son on a camping trip to reconnect and escape their tech-heavy lives. However, her plans for a peaceful, organized retreat are quickly upended when she is forced to share a campsite with Steve (Greene), a laid-back outdoorsman and his daughter. While Dana prefers checklists and rigid schedules, Steve believes in going with the flow and embracing nature’s unpredictability. Campfire Kiss (2017)

The movie also handles the subplot of the children’s burgeoning friendship with sincerity. It highlights the challenges of modern parenting and the importance of finding common ground in a blended-family-to-be scenario. With plenty of s’mores, stargazing, and humorous "roughing it" mishaps, it is the perfect comfort watch for a rainy afternoon. What makes Campfire Kiss stand out is the