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Countdown to Christmas 2024: Unwrap 50+ New Hallmark and Lifetime Movies

Ready to get your holiday rom-coms on? Snuggle up with a hot toddy and CableTV.com's guide to the new Hallmark Channel and Lifetime Christmas movies of 2024.

‘Tis the Season for Hallmark and Lifetime Christmas Movies

It’s not even Halloween yet, and we’re talking about Christmas movies? You bet your ascot we are. Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas marathon kicks off on October 18, and Lifetime’s It’s a Wonderful Lifetime celebration begins on November 16—it’s time to make a list and check it twice.

Our list includes over 50 new holiday rom-coms premiering on Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, Hallmark+, and Lifetime from October through December. All movies start at 8 p.m. ET/PT unless otherwise noted.

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Friday, October 18

'Twas the Date Before Christmas (Hallmark Channel)
'Twas the Date Before Christmas (Hallmark Channel)

‘Twas the Date Before Christmas (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “To prevent her family from canceling the ‘Chamberlain Family Christmas Olympics,’ Jessie (Amy Groening) lies and says she’s inviting a date to the long-standing holiday tradition. She meets Bryan (Robert Buckley) on a dating app, and he agrees to spend the holiday with her and her family. As Jessie and Bryan engage in eccentric activities like the search for the Christmas tree star, gift wrapping contest, and snowball fight, they start to develop real feelings for each other. Soon, her family begins to catch on to their secret, and Bryan suspects she may be hiding the real reason for her unusual Christmas date request. As the celebrations continue, Jessie must work to keep all her stories straight and save her date with Bryan.”

Saturday, October 19

Holiday Crashers (Hallmark Channel)
Holiday Crashers (Hallmark Channel)

Holiday Crashers (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Best friends Toni (Lyndsy Fonseca) and Bri (Daniella Monet) have worked at the same card shop for more years than they should as both struggle to find their true life’s path. This holiday season, Toni and Bri decide to shake up their humdrum world by creating new identities to crash the amazing Christmas parties from the shop’s confidential invitations. All harmless fun! Until Toni gets mistaken for a lawyer, which isn’t too far off the mark since she did finish law school … just never completed the bar exam. Toni and Bri are then whisked away to a fancy corporate Christmas retreat in the snowy Vermont mountains by handsome business mogul Justin (Chris McNally), whose crush on Toni is real even if her legal career isn’t. And Bri is along for the ride as she has eyes for Vinny (Jag Bal), a valet who may have a secret of his own. Can a distraction help Bri find what path in life she’s supposed to follow? Will Toni end up with the guy of her dreams or in a blizzard of trouble? This fun Christmas crashing romp will either end in disaster or two happily-ever-afters!”

Sunday, October 20

Scouting for Christmas (Hallmark Channel)
Scouting for Christmas (Hallmark Channel)

Scouting for Christmas (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Angela (Tamera Mowry-Housley) has been a busy realtor since her amicable divorce a couple of years ago from Dakota (James Paladino), a paleontologist whose adventures kept him anywhere but home. Now, she is a devoted, if often harried, single mom to a smart and loving 10-year-old girl, Brooklyn (Audrey Wise Alvarez). Angela’s busy schedule makes it hard for her to find time for much of anything … or anyone … else. As it is, she can barely get Brooklyn to her scout meetings on time, much to the disapproval of the other mothers. When Brooklyn gets the idea to have William (Carlo Marks), the owner of her favorite bakery, cater her scout troop’s posh annual holiday event, she asks Angela to work with him on pitching the idea to the moms in charge. Despite sensing that her daughter might be trying to play cupid, she agrees to help and finds herself enjoying time with him, but is reluctant to open her heart and life to someone new. When Dakota returns, missing her, Angela must decide what is best for her daughter and best for her heart.”

Thursday, October 24

This Time Each Year (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Lauren (Alison Sweeney) and Kevin (Niall Matter) were once happily married and thriving as a family, but the couple has spent almost the past year in a trial separation and are working hard to co-parent their young son Charlie (Ezra Wilson). Kevin is determined to make their family whole again and it’s clear he and Lauren still care for each other deeply. When Lauren’s mother (Laura Soltis) suddenly comes into town, she asks Kevin to pretend they’re still together as she hasn’t yet broken the news to her. As they try to keep up this ruse, they begin to remember what life was like, and Lauren sees the strides Kevin has made to get back on the right path and, just maybe, this holiday will be a season of healing and bring happiness back into their lives.”

Friday, October 25

Operation Nutcracker (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “When an antique nutcracker set to be auctioned at the Warby family Christmas charity goes missing, a demanding event planner (Ashley Newbrough) and the heir to the Warby dynasty (Christopher Russell) try to track it down.”

Saturday, October 26

The Christmas Charade (Hallmark Channel)
The Christmas Charade (Hallmark Channel)

The Christmas Charade (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Whitney (Rachel Skarsten), a cautious librarian raised by home security experts, finds herself in a real-life adventure when a blind date mix-up leads her into an undercover FBI operation. Forced to pose as the girlfriend of Special Agent Josh (Corey Sevier), she helps him track down an art thief targeting the Saint Nicholas Ruby at a Christmas Eve charity ball. As the stakes rise, Whitney must embrace her inner action hero to save the day—and her family—just in time for Christmas.”

Sunday, October 27

The 5-Year Chrismas Party (Hallmark Channel)
The 5-Year Christmas Party (Hallmark Channel)

The 5-Year Christmas Party (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Over five years, Alice (Katie Findlay) and her old theater school rival, Max (Jordan Fisher), reunite each holiday season to work at a Chicago catering company’s Christmas parties. While their undeniable chemistry grows, the timing is never right for romance—until the company’s final season pushes them to confront their true feelings. As they say goodbye to the job that brought them together, they might finally find love in the most unexpected way.”

Thursday, October 31

My Sweet Austrian Holiday (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Charlotte (Brittany Bristow) is an American who has lived in Viena since inheriting a chocolate shop from her grandparents two years ago. Since then, she has worked tirelessly to grow the business into a successful enterprise. Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, and Charlotte has been selected as one of the finalists for Vienna’s chocolatier of the year. Taking home the prize could provide some much-needed money to fend off a large developer from taking over her grandparents’ shop. Charlotte soon meets and befriends Henry (Will Kemp), and they bond over their shared affinity for quality chocolate. But a surprising twist of fate just might end their newfound relationship on a bittersweet note.”

Friday, November 1

A Carol for Two (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “After moving to New York to make it on Broadway, Violette Wagner (Ginna Claire Mason) gets a job at Fiore’s, a legendary theater district diner, famous for its singing wait staff, who bide their time there while awaiting that big break. Luck seems to be on her side when she gets a coveted slot, singing during Fiore’s annual Christmas Eve concert, which is attended by a who’s who of the theatre world. But her big opportunity turns out to be a duet with Alex (Jordan Litz), who has been less than welcoming, and believes she was only given the job because the owner of Fiore’s is a family friend. They’re stuck with each other, though, since people have been plucked out of that show and put right on Broadway. As they rehearse together, Alex’s cousin, Brad, takes an interest in Violette, and they begin dating but, unbeknownst to her, Alex has been feeding Brad information about her, Cyrano-style, to win her over. However, when Alex begins developing feelings for her as well, a love triangle ensues, and things come to a head when their deception is uncovered, which, in turn, threatens Violette and Alex’s big opportunity.”

Saturday, November 2

Our Holiday Story (Hallmark Channel)
Our Holiday Story (Hallmark Channel)

Our Holiday Story (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “As Dave (Warren Christie) and Nell (Nikki DeLoach) recount their love story to their daughter’s boyfriend Chris, we follow them through one special Christmas where fate routinely brought them together—and kept them apart. But as Dave and Nell tried to find one another, they were oblivious to the fact that they were work nemeses paired together to throw a Christmas festival for their town. Meanwhile, in the present, Chris struggles with relationship issues of his own as he attempts to say ‘I love you’ for the first time to his girlfriend Jo. As our two couples and storylines intersect, lessons are taught and learned about communication, honesty, and the capacity for change—in ourselves and in others.”

Sunday, November 3

Holiday Mismatch (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “When free-spirited Kath (Caroline Rhea) and uptight Barbara (Beth Broderick) clash at a Christmas committee meeting, they’re shocked to discover they’ve accidentally set up their adult children via a dating app. Determined to stop the romance, the two mothers team up, only to realize they have more in common than they thought. As their kids’ love blossoms, so does an unexpected friendship between their meddling moms, bringing both families together for a festive Christmas.”

Thursday, November 7

Five Gold Rings (Hallmark Mystery)
Five Gold Rings (Hallmark Mystery)

Five Gold Rings (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “When New York City painter Audrey Moss (Holland Roden) returns to her small Minnesota hometown for the holidays, she’s met with an unexpected quest from her beloved late grandmother: find the owners of five mysterious gold rings and return them to their rightful homes before Christmas morning, only nine days away. In her bequeathment, Grandma also urges Audrey to team up with local private investigator and childhood friend, Finn O’Sullivan (Nolan Gerard Funk). From gingerbread house building to the annual Giving Gala, these two begin to bond over more than just their quest. As Audrey and Finn unravel the mystery of the missing rings’ owners, they discover there is more to their relationship than they ever expected to find.”

Unwrapping Christmas: Tina’s Miracle Stars (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “Tina Mitchell (Natalie Hall), a successful business owner, meets a charming guy, Michael (Alec Santos), just as her holiday season heats up with the town’s Christmas Gala and her busy store, All Wrapped Up. When the gala is threatened by a Scrooge-like estate owner planning to sell the venue, rumors begin to threaten Tina and Michael’s newfound connection. As Tina works to keep the venue’s doors open for the gala, she just might unwrap a new chapter in her life, filled with love and holiday cheer.”

Friday, November 8

Trivia at St. Nick’s (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “When students all flee an elite university in Vermont for winter break, the locals and faculty hunker down for their favorite time of year—the annual Christmas Bar Trivia Tournament! For Celeste (Tammin Sursok), a type-A astronomy professor, this event combines the magic of Christmas with her greatest comfort in life: knowing the right answer. But when her colleague drops out of the tournament to do a month-long lecture tour in Asia, Celeste’s team must adopt Max (Brant Daugherty), the football team’s new offensive coordinator. To Celeste, Max seems like nothing more than a grown-up class clown—though he brings an undeniable knowledge of sports trivia (a category their team has always fallen short in). Initial clashes between the two eventually turn into mutual appreciation as the team enjoys scavenger hunts on campus, decorating the international house with Christmas lights, baking Christmas cookies, and advancing toward the championship trivia game. Celeste can’t help but delight in Max’s infectious enthusiasm, love for all things Christmas, and perhaps most importantly, his comfort with the unknown. And after a romantic wintery night at the campus observatory with Max, Celeste starts to wonder if being open to life’s surprises is more important than knowing the answer to everything.”

Saturday, November 9

Santa Tell Me (Hallmark Channel)
Santa Tell Me (Hallmark Channel)

Santa Tell Me (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “When Olivia (Erin Krakow), a successful interior designer, finds an old letter from Santa promising she’ll meet the love of her life by Christmas Eve—and that his name will be Nick—she’s stunned to meet not one, but three guys named Nick (Benjamin Ayres, Christopher Russell, and Kurt Szarka). As she navigates these holiday romances, Olivia also finds herself drawn to her charming co-worker, Chris (Daniel Lissing), throwing her magical Christmas quest into question. With the clock ticking toward Christmas Eve, Olivia embarks on a heartwarming and humorous journey to uncover her true soulmate.”

Sunday, November 10

‘Tis the Season to Be Irish (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Rose (Fiona Gubelmann), a nomadic house flipper, heads to Ireland to renovate and sell a cottage, but her plans are upended when she meets Sean (Eoin Macken), a local realtor determined to preserve his town’s heritage. As she works on the cottage and embraces Irish Christmas traditions, Rose finds herself falling for Sean and questioning her fear of settling down. Together, they must confront their pasts and discover if love is worth taking root.”

Thursday, November 14

A Reason for the Season (Hallmark Mystery)
A Reason for the Season (Hallmark Mystery)

A Reason for the Season (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “In order to earn her trust fund, Evie (Taylor Cole) is tasked with granting Christmas wishes to the people who saved her life on the night of her birth. To aid in her cause, she employs Kyle (Kevin McGarry), a handsome local attorney, to track down those who helped and attempts to secretly learn what they might want while maintaining her anonymity. With Christmas fast approaching, the heiress and the attorney can’t resist falling for each other’s charms as they ramp up their gift-giving efforts. But as time ticks down, will she be able to accomplish the mission and grant all of the wishes by Christmas Eve?”

Unwrapping Christmas: Mia’s Prince (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “Mia (Kathyrn Davis), an accountant at All Wrapped Up, is stunned when local celebrity Beau Cavanagh (Nathan Witte), who looks just like her favorite romance novel hero, enters her life. Despite her doubts, Beau, an heir to a wealthy family, proves his feelings for her are real, even as his family disapproves. Mia soon finds herself swept up in a fairytale romance that’s straight out of her dreams.”

Friday, November 15

Christmas With the Singhs (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “For Asha Singh (Anuja Joshi), Christmas is the most important time of the year. But when she’s stuck working at the hospital during the holidays, she wishes for some much-needed Christmas magic. Enter Jake (Ben Hollingsworth), her former high school classmate, who unexpectedly reappears in her life. After a magical year together, Jake proposes. But their first Christmas as an engaged couple isn’t exactly the fairytale they imagined. When they head home for the holidays, they quickly discover their picture-perfect romance is about to get a serious reality check: their families couldn’t be more different! Juggling various holiday traditions, big personalities, cultural differences, and complicated family dynamics proves to be a challenge as Asha and Jake have to learn if they can bridge their two families and survive a Christmas with the Singhs.”

Saturday, November 16

Jingle Bell Run (Hallmark Channel)
Jingle Bell Run (Hallmark Channel)

Jingle Bell Run (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Avery (Ashley Williams) is an unadventurous schoolteacher whose sister secretly signs her up for The Great Holiday Dash, a Christmas-themed reality competition show where she’s paired with former hockey player Wes (Andrew Walker). Despite clashing at first, Avery’s puzzle-solving skills and Wes’ physical prowess help them excel as they travel from city to city and compete in festive feats that have a local flavor. It’s not long before a real connection between these opposites begins to blossom. But when Avery overhears a conversation between Wes and a show producer, it threatens to derail their budding romance. Keeping their eyes on the prize, the duo continues to dash to the finish line but there may be a more personal adventure for them still in store.”

A Christmas at Plumhill Manor (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “Margot Stone (Maria Menounos), a beautiful rising architect in New York, discovers a magical Christmas secret in an English countryside manor she unexpectedly inherits. Experiencing Christmas across the pond may make Margot a fish out of water, but an unforeseen romance (Kyle Pryor) and sense of belonging give her a breathtaking new blueprint for love.”

Sunday, November 17

Confession of a Christmas Letter (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: Settie Rose (Angela Kinsey), a quirky family matriarch, enters her town’s annual holiday letter-writing contest but needs help, so she hires struggling novelist Juan (Alec Santos) to craft the perfect letter. When a mix-up leads to the rumor that Juan is engaged to Settie’s daughter Lily (Lillian Doucet-Roche), the whole family scrambles to keep up the charade. As Juan bonds with the Roses and overcomes his writer’s block, Settie learns that embracing her imperfect family is what truly makes her story special.”

A Holiday in Happy Hollow (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “Real estate developer Gracie’s (Tamara Almeida) ambitious new project faces an unexpected roadblock when she stumbles upon a quirky detail from the past: the charming Christmas tree farm she has purchased once raffled off tiny one-foot deeds to local families, each holding a sentimental piece of the land. To salvage her vision, she must team up with local historian Jack (Cody Ray Thompson), embarking on a heartfelt quest to track down these families and persuade them to part with their cherished slices of the farm.”

Thursday, November 21

A Novel Noel (Hallmark Mystery)
A Novel Noel (Hallmark Mystery)

A Novel Noel (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “A successful New York City book editor (Julie Gonzalo), who is losing touch with her passion after a few setbacks this year, learns she was chosen to run a bookstore in the small town of Saint Ives for the month of December. While realizing a childhood dream, but butting heads with the handsome son (Brenden Penny) of the bookstore owners, she comes to realize that her love for bringing out the creativity of others is still her true calling, and untapped talent (and love) can be found anywhere … even in the writings of a cranky business-minded man, especially at Christmas.”

Unwrapping Christmas: Lily’s Destiny (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “Lily (Ashley Newbrough), the marketing guru of All Wrapped Up, believes the universe guides us to our destiny, and it appears that it’s guiding her toward a celebrity realtor. However, when she feels an unexpected spark with journalist Sean Whitlock (Torrance Coombs) during an interview, her heart starts to question everything. As her chemistry with Sean grows, Lily begins to wonder if he’s the true match she’s been waiting for all along.”

Friday, November 22

Christmas on Call (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: In the lead-up to Christmas, emergency room doctor Hannah Michaels (Sara Canning) juggles her demanding job and a budding romance with EMT Wes Sullivan (Ser’Darius Blain) in Philadelphia. They spend time together as Wes helps her become more acquainted with the sights, sounds, and tastes of Philadelphia, it’s clear that they’re starting to fall for each other. As the local first responders balance duty with holiday celebrations, they come together to face challenges, support each other, and find moments of joy.”

Saturday, November 23

Three Wiser Men and a Boy (Hallmark Channel)
Three Wiser Men and a Boy (Hallmark Channel)

Three Wiser Men and a Boy (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “The story begins with the Brenner brothers preparing for another memorable Christmas. In a crazy turn of events, possibly brought on accidentally by the brothers themselves, the director of Luke’s (Andrew Walker) son Thomas’ (Miles Marthaller) school holiday musical steps down. Luke is desperate to make his son’s stage dreams come true, so he enlists the help of his brothers Taylor (Tyler Hynes) and Stephan (Paul Campbell). Meanwhile, the trio navigates meeting their mom Barbara’s (Margaret Colin) new boyfriend and the brothers grapple with their own feelings about this relationship. In true Brenner brother fashion, they are all in for a Christmas they will never forget.”

Christmas in the Spotlight (Lifetime)

Lifetime says:Christmas in the Spotlight follows Bowyn (Jessica Lord), a popular musician and celebrity, who, despite always singing about love and relationships, hasn’t found Mr. Right yet. Her fame and busy recording schedule make it nearly impossible to date, but when she meets Drew (Laith Wallschleger), a pro football player, backstage at her show with his niece, there’s an undeniable spark between the two of them. When Drew publicly declares he has a crush on Bowyn, they decide to give dating a shot, much to the excitement of her manager Mira (Jeannie Mai). With each passing day they spend together, their feelings grow stronger … but can it last in the limelight, especially when they both have such hectic schedules? With people questioning if their feelings for each other are real or just for show, the pressure mounts from the press, paparazzi, their fans, and even their family, including Drew’s sister-in-law, Nicole (Haley Kalil). The pair has until the end of the holiday season to decide if they want to stay together, or let it go down in flames.”

Sunday, November 24

To Have and To Holiday (Hallmark Channel)
To Have and To Holiday (Hallmark Channel)

To Have and To Holiday (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “When Celeste (Madeleine Arthur) gets engaged to Jason (Robert Bazzocchi) after just a few months of dating, her father and the couple’s would-be officiant, Pastor Mark (Eric Close), insists on putting them through a pre-wedding “boot camp” filled with Christmas-themed challenges. As the couple grows stronger through the festive activities, Celeste considers following her dreams in the fashion industry. Meanwhile, Pastor Mark learns to trust his daughter’s choices, leading to a heartwarming holiday season for the whole family.”

Sincerely, Truly Christmas (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “When event planner Christina (Paula Brancati) is fired just before Christmas, she makes a wish that magically comes true. Armed with the ability to hear what people want for Christmas, Christina learns that bringing reclusive one-hit-wonder Dan Copen (Howard Hoover) out of retirement could help get her job back. But to get to Dan, she’ll need to go through handsome realtor Robert (Jake Epstein) who needs help finding the perfect Christmas gift for his son.”

Wednesday, November 27

Christmas Under the Lights (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Emily (Heather Hemmens) is always reluctant to return home to her family’s animal rescue ranch—but when her mother passes away, her brother Nick requests her help organizing the annual Christmas Carnival. When she arrives, she discovers Nick’s friend, Luke (Marco Grazzini), staying at the ranch—and that Luke was once a successful artist who works with light. Though initially reluctant to collaborate, Emily and Luke work hard to pull off the best, most light-filled carnival the town has ever seen, a healing celebration of Emily’s mother’s legacy and the magic of Christmas—and along the way feel sparks of romance as radiant as the lights themselves.”

Thursday, November 28

Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia's Reunion (Hallmark+)
Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia's Reunion (Hallmark+)

Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia’s Reunion (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “Olivia (Cindy Busby), the gift-wrapping expert at All Wrapped Up, makes a delivery to a remote cabin only to find her ex-boyfriend Benjamin (Jake Epstein) on the other side of the door. After the pair have a minor spat, an unexpected storm traps them together. Neither of them is happy to be forced to spend time together. However, as talk turns to shared memories, old feelings and warmth begin to resurface, and they are left wondering if it’s possible to get it right a second time.”

Debbie Macomber’s Joyful Mrs. Miracle (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Three adult siblings (Pascal Lamothe-Kipnes, Matthew James Dowden, and Max Lloyd-Jones) return to their childhood home at Christmas to honor their late grandmother’s wishes and try to agree on new leadership for the family’s company. Enter Annie Merkel (Rachel Boston)—also known as Mrs. Miracle—who poses as an estate planner and uses her special brand of Christmas magic to help the family find common ground and rekindle their bonds. As the siblings try to sort things out, Charlotte (Lamothe-Kipnes) also finds herself reconnecting with Austin (Tanner Novlan), the manor’s caretaker and her first love.”

Friday, November 29

A ’90s Christmas (Hallmark Channel; 6 p.m. ET/PT)

Hallmark Channel says: “Workaholic lawyer Lucy Miller (Eva Bourne) is celebrating her promotion alone on Christmas Eve when a mysterious rideshare experience transports her back to 1999. Reliving the holiday with her mom, sister, and best friend—not to mention her high school crush—Lucy gets a second chance to understand where her relationships went wrong. Will this magical journey help her rewrite her future or leave her destined to be alone?”

Deck the Walls (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Rose (Ashley Greene) is a Chicago-based interior designer whose brother Sal (Danny Pellegrino) is responsible for a Christmas charity house flip back in their suburban Ohio hometown. When a budget crisis puts this important project in danger, Rose reluctantly returns during the holidays to try to save the day. Not ready to face the ghosts of her past, Rose’s plan is to get in, get it done, and get out ASAP. But before she knows it, she is face-to-face with Brysen (Wes Brown), her brother’s best friend and contractor, who just so happens to be the bane of Rose’s youth. With the help of friends and family, and buoyed by the season of giving, the trio figures out a way to work together for this worthy cause. As Rose works, she discovers unexpected love and deeper purpose along the way.”

Saturday, November 30

Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story (Hallmark Channel)
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story (Hallmark Channel)

Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Alana Higman (Hunter King) is sure that her family’s lifelong history as Kansas City Chiefs superfans makes them a frontrunner to win the team’s ‘Fan of the Year’ contest. Derrick (Tyler Hynes), Director of Fan Engagement, is tasked with evaluating how Alana and her family stack up against the other two finalists. As the pair spends time together, it’s clear there’s a spark between them, but when her grandfather’s (Ed Begley Jr.) vintage Chiefs good-luck winter hat goes missing, Alana begins to doubt everything she believed about fate and destiny, and even questions her future with Derrick—unless, that is, a little Christmas magic can throw a Hail Mary.”

Believe in Christmas (Hallmark Channel; 6 p.m. ET/PT)

Hallmark Channel says: “When Beatrice (Meghan Ory) reluctantly joins her best friend on a trip to the enchanting Christmasland, she’s skeptical of the holiday magic surrounding them. But as she experiences festive traditions and meets a charming stranger named Ethan (John Reardon), she begins to question what’s real and what’s part of the experience. In the end, Christmasland helps Beatrice rediscover hope, love, and the magic of new beginnings.”

BeBe Winan’s We Three Kings (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “In BeBe Winans’ We Three Kings, Bebe plays Lincoln, retired musician turned record store owner, and proud father to the three King sisters, Lydia (Lisa Berry), Gracie (Faith Wright), and Abigail (Bethany Brown). For the first time since their mother’s death, the three estranged King sisters return home for the holidays. Lincoln hatches a plan with family friend Genelle (Deborah Joy Winans) to bring his girls back together again this Christmas. Living under the same roof and hearing their father sing joyful Christmas melodies sparks old family memories. Holiday love songs and mistletoe are found around every corner, and the sisters end up finding love in the very town they tried so hard to leave behind. It isn’t long before the sisters face the facts; life’s better when they are together.”

Sunday, December 1

The Christmas Quest (Hallmark Channel)
The Christmas Quest (Hallmark Channel)

The Christmas Quest (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “An archeologist (Lacey Chabert) and her ex-husband (Kristoffer Polaha), an expert in ancient Norse languages, are sent to Iceland at Christmastime to search for the legendary treasure of the Yule Lads. When others join in the hunt, the pair find themselves swept into a thrilling adventure as they race to keep it from falling into the wrong hands.”

The Finnish Line (Hallmark Channel; 6 p.m. ET/PT)

Hallmark Channel says: “Inspired by her father’s acclaimed legacy in dog sled racing, Anya (Kim Matula) decides to follow in his footsteps. After his passing, she heads to Finland to participate in the 40th annual Joulurauha race, her father’s final race where he fell short of the victory. Following an injury to her lead dog during the qualifying race, Anya finds herself partnered with a new canine companion owned by journalist and former racer Cole (Beau Mirchoff), who aims to pen a story about her journey. Struggling to build trust with her new dog and facing her father’s rival, Monty (Páll Sigþór Pálsson), Anya must navigate many challenges as she strives to win the race.”

Make or Bake Christmas (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “With Christmas fast approaching, Leslie (Vivica A. Fox), known for her expertise in all things domestic and top lifestyle brands, is looking to expand her business. She sets her sights on the bakery, Sugar Bakers, owned by Denise Sugarbaker (Jackée Harry) and run by her son, David (Landon Moss). Determined to make a deal before the end of the year, Leslie sends one of her top employees, Emma (Jasmine Aivaliotis), to go undercover as a seasonal employee in order to convince them to sell. Emma unexpectedly finds herself falling in love with the quaint bakery with its Christmas spirit, staff and especially, David. ‘Tis the Season to make or bake Christmas and discover everything sweet during the holidays, including love.”

Thursday, December 5

A Dance in the Snow (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Melanie’s (Erica Cerra) 17-year-old autistic daughter Jenny (Vanessa Burghardt) is a senior in high school and looking forward to college. After a bad experience her junior year, Jenny is not interested in attending her final Christmas dance before graduating. Melanie decides to surprise Jenny by getting involved in the school’s planning committee to create a welcoming dance for all students. Meanwhile, Jenny and her friends secretly plan their own party, in part to honor Melanie. Melanie works with Jenny’s literature teacher (Mark Ghanimé) on the dance and starts to fall for him while Jenny develops something special with a new classmate (Dorian Giordano) at school. When their secrets snowball, however, their plans begin to drive a wedge between the usually tight-knit mother and daughter at the holidays.”

Friday, December 6

Season's Greetings From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)
Season's Greetings From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)

Season’s Greetings From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “In 1951, a doctor (Corey Cott) wants to make the holiday special for his worried wife (Annabelle Bourke) before he is shipped out to serve in Korea, but when she suffers a minor fracture to her arm, his carefully planned out Christmas Eve plans are upended. In 2003, a newly married couple (Sarah Dugdale and Shannon Kook), who are always in agreement about everything, hosts two sets of in-laws for Christmas Eve for the first time and find that they may not have had as much in common as they thought they did. And in 2024, a couple (Jonathan Bennett and Vincent Rodriguez III) tries to arrange special Christmas surprises for each other, but keeping them a secret may be harder than they thought.”

Private Princess Christmas (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Vi (Ali Skovbye), better known as Princess Violet of Wingravia, adores the privileges of being a royal if none of the responsibilities. After being disappointed by Vi one time too many, the Queen (Erica Durance) decides to test her daughter’s mettle once and for all and issues an ultimatum: Vi must pass a vigorous leadership boot camp in Colorado or lose the throne to her uncle. At boot camp, Vi and her fellow cadets are put through a rigorous grind under the uncompromising supervision of Captain Ryan Douglas (Derek Klena).”

Saturday, December 7

A Very Merry Beauty Salon (Lifetime)
A Very Merry Beauty Salon (Lifetime)

A Very Merry Beauty Salon (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “In A Very Merry Beauty Salon, Sienna (Tia Mowry), the owner of the bustling Divine Beauty Salon, is preparing for Atlanta’s Tinsel Ball, where she will be honored for her charitable work in the community. The annual event takes a glamourous turn with the arrival of Lawrence, a charismatic CEO whose family’s wine brand is now co-sponsoring the Ball. Sparks fly between them, but Sienna’s mother Georgia (Donna Biscoe). who is the head of the Ball’s committee, worries his involvement may ruin the event’s traditions. As Sienna and Lawrence are unexpectedly paired as dance partners, romance blooms, setting the stage for a steamy romance that challenges Sienna’s thoughts on love and family and makes this year’s Tinsel Ball the most memorable yet.”

Sugarplummed (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Emily (Maggie Lawson) has always dreamed of creating the perfect Christmas, meticulously planning every detail year after year, only to feel like she’s falling short. Hoping to bring her family closer together, she makes a wish for a holiday as picture-perfect as the ones she sees in a made-for-TV holiday movie. To her shock, Sugarplum (Janel Parrish), the film’s relentlessly optimistic main character, magically steps off the screen to make Emily’s wish come true—whether she’s ready for it or not. As Sugarplum applies her movie-world rules to real life, Emily gets caught up in the possibility of finally achieving a flawless family Christmas. But when Sugarplum’s magical fixes start to backfire one by one, Emily begins to question what an ideal holiday really is. With time running out, Emily and Sugarplum find themselves on a heartwarming adventure – one that might just amount to an entirely different kind of Christmastime perfection.”

Sunday, December 8

Leah’s Perfect Gift (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Leah Meyer (Emily Arlook) is a bonafide lover of Christmas—the trees, the ornaments, the eggnog! But she has always admired the holiday from afar because she’s Jewish. Though her family celebrates Hanukkah, Leah has longed to experience a traditional Christmas. When her boyfriend Graham (Evan Roderick) invites her to spend the holidays with his classic Connecticut family, she eagerly accepts. Excited to dive into the quintessential Christmas she’s always dreamed of, Leah quickly discovers that fitting in with Graham’s uptight family and his not-so-welcoming mom (Barbara Niven) is easier said than done. As holiday traditions clash and awkward moments pile up, it is not quite the cozy Christmas that she expected.”

How to Fall in Love by Christmas (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “Nora Winters (Teri Hatcher), the fiercely talented writer-turned-CEO of her own lifestyle brand, PRISM, finds herself in a tight spot when the company’s future hangs in the balance. In a desperate attempt to save her business through a partnership with the popular dating app, Take To Heart, she discovers an unexpected twist! The only way to win them over is to write a column on falling in love by Christmas with the help of Jack (Dan Payne), a charismatic photographer who has been assigned to the piece.”

Thursday, December 12

Happy Holidays From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)
Happy Holidays From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)

Happy Holidays From Cherry Lane (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “In 1960, Eli (Benjamin Ayres) and Penny (Erica Durance) take in Eli’s curmudgeonly father, Walter (Serge Houde), and are forced to navigate some tricky family waters to get through the holidays while also working on a Christmas themed time capsule for son Alex’s school project. In 1998, we see Regina (Catherine Bell) and Nelson’s (James Denton) first meeting: stuck together when a blizzard strands Nelson in Regina’s home on Christmas Eve. In 2015, Jessie (Julie Gonzalo) faces a big challenge while planning her sister’s last-minute Christmas Eve wedding—the officiant is Tim (Ryan Rottman), her high school sweetheart, whom she hasn’t seen in almost 20 years.”

All I Need for Christmas (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Maggie (Mallory Jansen) has been trying for years to break in as a singer/songwriter. Now faced with the challenges of new apps and social media, Maggie fears she’s outdated and unable to compete in a tech-savvy world. While helping her parents on their farm at Christmastime, she meets Archer (Dan Jeannotte), an entrepreneur who has come back to town to spend the holidays alone. Archer is developing large-scale apps and is a tech enthusiast. At first, Maggie blames him for all of her songwriting woes. To her surprise, he encourages her to get back in touch with music that really matters and write from the heart; tech can be used in a supportive role to help her achieve her dreams without replacing the art of songwriting. Archer is dealing with the loss of family, and through her tight family bonds, Maggie helps Archer find ways of moving beyond years of family feuding. In this holiday romance, Maggie and Archer both discover there is merit in preserving the tried and true while making room for new ideas and methods to bring people together and help make dreams come true.”

Friday, December 13

Hanukkah on the Rocks (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “One week before Hanukkah, corporate lawyer Tory (Stacey Farber) finds herself unexpectedly unemployed and questioning the career she’s dedicated years to. As she helps her Bubby prepare for the holiday, she embarks on a quest across Chicago to find the last box of coveted Hanukkah candles. Her search leads her to Rocky’s, an Old Town bar, where she encounters Jay (Daren Kagasoff), a charming doctor from Florida, his grandfather Sam (Marc Summers), and a cast of quirky regulars who make her rethink everything. Torn between keeping her job loss a secret and embracing a newfound sense of belonging, Tory ends up bartending at Rocky’s, transforming it into the vibrant ‘Hanukkah on the Rocks’ celebration. Through festive food, drinks, and games, she revitalizes the bar, bonds with Jay, and finds the courage to pursue her true calling. As Tory navigates the holiday, she learns that sometimes a detour can lead you exactly where you’re meant to be, lighting the way to a future filled with joy, romance, and self-discovery.”

Saturday, December 14

The Holiday Junkie (Lifetime)
The Holiday Junkie (Lifetime)

The Holiday Junkie (Lifetime)

Lifetime says:The Holiday Junkie follows the decorating and planning service company run by Andie (Jennifer Love Hewitt) and her mother Mimi. After Mimi passes away, Andie is forced to face her first Christmas without her mother and carry The Holiday Junkie torch on her own. Despite the challenges, Andie may also find some love at Christmas along the way with the handsome house manager, Mason (Brian Hallisay), who has his own holiday secrets.”

The Santa Class (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Kate North (Kimberley Sustad) finds herself reluctantly taking over her father’s once acclaimed and now struggling Santa School. In the weeks leading up to Christmas and the school’s next session, Kate and her new co-worker Dan (Benjamin Ayres) discover who they believe to be the real Santa Claus, lost and without his memories after his sled steered off course and crashed near the school. They decide to help him remember who he is by inviting him to participate in the intense Santa training program. There’s a lot at stake this year with Kate’s school needs to best the rival St. Nicholas School or be forced to close their doors, and Nick (Santa Claus) needs to remember who he is, or the fate of Christmas might be at stake.”

Sunday, December 15

Following Yonder Star (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: “Abby Marshall (Brooke D’Orsay), once celebrated for her role as an inspirational mother on TV, is finding her real life in shambles after dealing with a scandal. She retreats to a luxury Vermont resort for Christmas, only to find herself without a room due to a booking mishap. All the local hotels are booked-up due to a rare astronomical event—a beautiful star said to mirror the Star of Bethlehem will appear on Christmas Eve. Thankfully, Abby finds a room at a quaint B&B owned by Tom Maguire (John Brotherton), who is also a high school astronomy teacher. Since his wife’s passing, Tom has taken on a lot of extra responsibilities, including running the inn and directing the local church’s Christmas pageant. Empathizing with Tom, Abby offers to help with the pageant and various activities around the inn and finds herself enjoying both the projects and Tom’s company. Through newfound community, family, and love, Abby discovers that hope sometimes comes in the most unexpected ways.”

Christmas on the Alpaca Farm (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “Jess (Kirsten Comerford), the ‘Queen of Christmas Sweaters,’ quits her job at the hottest fashion label in NYC, intent on winning a Christmas competition with her own line of sustainable luxury knits. Getting her hands dirty, she teams up with Andrew (Matt Wells), a single dad and struggling alpaca farmer, as she helps bring Christmas joy to the farm and love into both of their hearts.”

Thursday, December 19

Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)
Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane (Hallmark+)

Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane (Hallmark+; 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT)

Hallmark+ says: “In 1966, single guy David’s (Benjamin Hollingsworth) plans for a simple Christmas are dashed when his neighbor Stephanie (Hobbs) arrives with news that she won a contest to have Tommy Saunders’ (Matt Dusk) Christmas Eve TV special broadcast live from her house—but used his address. In 1981, John (John Brotherton) and Lizzie (Erin Cahill) learn that this will be their last Christmas on Cherry Lane after John receives a job offer in Michigan and Lizzie finds out she’s pregnant. In 2000, best friends Matt (Sam Page) and Rebecca (Brooke D’Orsay) find unexpected feelings developing as they try to find out who is behind a series of Christmas-themed random acts of kindness.”

Trading Up Christmas (Hallmark Mystery)

Hallmark Mystery says: “Michelle (Italia Ricci) is the dreamer of her family, always brimming with imaginative ideas to make the world a better place. This Christmas, her sister Keri desperately needs a new home, and Michelle hatches a creative plan to help. Starting with just a Christmas stocking, she sets out to trade her way up to something far greater—a house for Keri. While Keri dismisses it as a far-fetched idea, local reporter Dan (Michael Xavier) is intrigued. Assigned to cover Michelle’s story, Dan follows her closely, and as her plan gains attention, he starts to see the world through her hopeful eyes. As Michelle and Dan grow closer, so do their feelings for each other. But when it seems her plan has failed and she fears ruined her relationship with Keri, Michelle is ready to give up. It’s Dan’s love and belief in her that reignites hope just when she needs it most.”

Saturday, December 21

A Carpenter Christmas Romance (Lifetime)
A Carpenter Christmas Romance (Lifetime)

A Carpenter Christmas Romance (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “When novelist Andrea (Sasha Pieterse) hints her upcoming book may be taking a heartbreaking turn, her fans begin protesting, demanding their favorite character doesn’t get killed off. Needing a haven where she can finish her novel, Andrea flees to her family’s farmhouse in the town of Wildwood. Much to her surprise, she ends up running into her ex-crush, Seth (Mitchell Slaggert), an artisanal woodworker who’s helping rebuild the town after it was nearly destroyed by a fire. It doesn’t take long for sawdust and sparks of romance fill the air once the two team up and work together to reignite the town’s Christmas spirit. Is this romance just a holiday fling that ends when her trip is over? Or can the two build a love that is made to last?”

Happy Howlidays (Hallmark Channel)

Hallmark Channel says: Mia (Jessica Lowndes), a meticulous webpage editor for the Seattle Tourism Board, finds herself unexpectedly navigating the holidays alone. As the only one working, she’s drawn into an unusual encounter when she encounters a stray dog. Unsure how to handle the situation, she crosses paths with Max (winner of Hallmark Channel’s’ Finding Mr. Christmas contest), a dog shelter owner. Mia agrees to let Max’s ailing dog find solace with her newfound companion in exchange for Max showing her the hidden gems of Seattle. Through their journey together, they both step out of their comfort zones, discovering new perspectives and forming a meaningful connection.”

Sunday, December 22

Engaged By Christmas (Lifetime)
Engaged By Christmas (Lifetime)

Engaged By Christmas (Lifetime)

Lifetime says: “When Zoe (Brittany Bristow) writes to advice columnist ‘Dear Adora’ to help save her relationship before the holidays, she puts the advice into practice, and it’s disastrous—her boyfriend breaks up with her! When she tracks down Dear Adora to confront her, she discovers it’s actually a man named Adam (Marcus Rosner). Zoe vows to keep Adam’s identity a secret if he helps her to repair her life via a series of Christmas themed events publicized by his column. When the interest in their activities gains huge traction, will they also find love?”

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