Surrounded by an impeccable supporting cast, Mr. Garner brings to television still another uncommonly fine performance." Ken Tucker of Entertainment Weekly gave the film an A−, saying it "starts out like the ultimate Hallmark Hall of Fame, a video greeting card designed to warm your heart.
The film benefits from Mr. Garner's impressive performance, which is elevated by the talented cast surrounding him. Initially, the movie may appear to be a sentimental, Hallmark-style production, but it ultimately offers something more substantial.