While Hallmark is famous for its Christmas movies, which are perfect to watch by the light of the decorated tree (preferably with some sugar cookies), the channel is branching out into other holidays, and one of them is Valentine’s Day. Whether someone is all about February 14th or would rather eat some chocolate and forget about it, it’s hard to deny how entertaining and fun these films can be. It’s time to embrace watching two characters start off as strangers and wind up in a relationship by the end of the movie.
With so many films to choose from, it’s good to find a way to narrow it down. Your Myers Briggs Personality Type can tell you which flick is going to be the most enjoyable. Read on to find out which Hallmark Valentine’s Day movie you should watch, based on your MBTI®.
INFJ: My Secret Valentine
The 2018 film My Secret Valentine stars Lacey Chabert as Chloe Grange and Andrew Walker as Seth Anderson, two people who (of course) fall in love after she visits her family winery in Oregon. The town is also putting on the Valentine’s Day Wine Festival, which is what makes this a seasonal movie.
If your MBTI is INFJ, or “the insightful visionary,” then this is the Hallmark Valentine’s Day movie that you should watch. Chloe has been working as a restaurant manager and since she wants to break out on her own, she’s wondering what she should do next. Chloe is just like an INFJ as these types are “compassionate” and “love to let their imaginations run free.” INFJs will be able to relate to Chloe’s dreams.
INTJ: Valentine Ever After
This 2016 movie stars Autumn Reeser of The O.C. fame as Julia, someone who never thought that she would leave her life in Chicago. She has to do some community service with her friend after they get into trouble at a bar in Wyoming. Of course, there’s a love interest involved, and this time it’s Ben (played by Eric Johnson) who has a ranch.
The lessons of this movie are clear from the plot: Julia wants to have a better, happier life that allows her to be herself (and, yes, Ben helps her see that). This is the movie to watch if your MBTI is INTJ or “the conceptual planner” as Julia sounds like this explanation: “Independent, thorough, and skeptical, they tend to have high standards for themselves and others.” While INTJs might feel upset and out of sorts when things aren’t in place, that’s usually when the biggest lessons come, which is what Julia finds out.
ESFP: A Dash Of Love
If you’re an ESFP or “the enthusiastic improviser,” then your Hallmark Valentine’s Day movie is A Dash Of Love. Released in February 2017, the film is about Nikki Turner (Jen Lilley) and Paul Dellucci (Brendan Penny) who lose their fancy jobs and start their own restaurant together. The owner was taking Nikki’s recipes and pretending that she had come up with them, so there’s a bit of revenge here (and romance, of course).
This movie proves what you believe as an ESFP as these types are cheerful and resourceful. Just like Nikki and Paul take on the challenge of striking out on their own, ESFPs are practical but they’re always going to have a good time, too.
INFP: Matching Hearts
Matching Hearts is a Hallmark Channel 2020 release. The title couldn’t be more perfect: it’s about two people who meet because of a matchmaker, except she’s the matchmaker and he’s the one being matched. Julia Palmer (Taylor Cole) and Daniel (Ryan Paevey) fall in love and it’s the best time for that as it’s Valentine’s Day.
This is the movie to watch for those who are INFPs or “the thoughtful idealist.” These types are “devoted, idealistic, and compassionate” and that’s how Julia approaches her work. A matchmaker has to be optimistic and thinks that there is someone out there for everyone, and this is a relatable film for INFPs.
ESTJ: Love In Store
Also part of the 2020 line-up of Hallmark Valentine’s Day movies, Love In Store features Robert Buckley (who One Tree Hill fans will recognize) and Alexandra Breckenridge as enemies who both want to be promoted. They work as hosts on a home shopping channel, which explains the title. Of course, the friendly competition turns into romance.
This is the Hallmark Valentine’s Day movie to watch for people who are ESTJs or “the efficient organizer.” These types are “incredibly motivated” and “outspoken.” ESTJs will relate to the two main characters who are fighting so hard to get further in their careers.
ISFJ: Valentine In The Vineyard
This movie is the third in a series (after Autumn In The Vineyard and Summer In The Vineyard) and tells the story of Nate DeLuca (Brendan Perry) and Frankie Baldwin (Rachel Leigh Cook) as they get ready to get married.
Since they work together at the vineyard, this movie is perfect for people who are an ISFJ or “the practical helper.” These types are “people-focused and traditional” which describes Nate and Frankie as they’re always there for each other.
INTP: Very, Very, Valentine
The 2018 movie Very, Very, Valentine stars Danica McKellar as Helen and Damon Runyon as Charles who “meet cute” at a party. It’s not just any party, though: it’s a masquerade ball, so she doesn’t know his identity.
If someone is an INTP or “the objective analyst,” this film will definitely appeal to them as it involves figuring out who the object of Helen’s affection is. As the description explains, these types “solve problems with curiosity and an intense, determined focus.”
ENFJ: All Things Valentine
The main characters in All Things Valentine, which was released in 2016, are Avery (Sarah Rafferty) and Brendon (Sam Page) who have a bit of a You’ve Got Mail situation going on. Avery’s got a blog and it turns out that Brendon, a vet who she’s totally falling for, has been saying some pretty mean stuff on her posts about Valentine’s Day.
This movie will warm the hearts of those who are “ENFJs” or “the compassionate facilitator.” These people want to motivate and assist, and if they can be a good influence on someone, they would be thrilled. ENFJs will watch this movie and want to scream at the TV that these two should get together.
ISTJ: The Secret Ingredient
Also starring Brendan Penny, The Secret Ingredient (coming out this month) features Kelly (Erin Cahill), who goes to New York City for a Valentine’s Day-themed TV show where she can show off her amazing baking skills. Well, fate intervenes and she sees Penny’s character, who she used to be engaged to.
This is the kind of film that an ISTJ or “the responsible realist” will watch…. and then fall in love with the characters and their love story. It’s the type of movie that someone who is practical, goal-oriented, and “objective” needs to see so they change their perspective a bit.
ISFP: A Valentine’s Match
This 2020 movie stars Luke Macfarlane and Bethany Joy Lenz as exes Zach and Natalie who clearly need to be together again.
Someone who is an ISFP or “the versatile supporter” will really like this movie. Natalie has a crisis of conscience as she gets fired from her fancy TV host job and realizes that while it was fun, she got caught up in the glitz and glamour and needs to be true to herself. ISFPs “hold firm to their values when bringing people together” which describes everyone in this small town as they put on festivals, assist one another, and love a lot (yup, it’s cheesy, but it’s a Hallmark movie).
