✨ Trevor Donovan and Jillian Murray Reunite for Great American Family Movie, "Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas"

( image via: Great America Media ) 

Trevor Donovan and Jillian Murray are teaming up once again to make movie magic!

The pair previously starred in the charming non-holiday rom-com "Prescription for Love," as well as the heartwarming Great American Christmas film, "A Little Women's Christmas"!

Now, this holiday season, they’ll reunite once again in the Great American Family premiere "Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas"!

The film is executive-produced by Mario Lopez and features his 12-year-old son, Dominic, who, I must say, gave a standout performance last year in "Once Upon a Christmas Wish"! In "Mission Merry Christmas," Dominic will play the role of Jillian Murray’s son.

Dominic Lopez in "Once Upon a Christmas Wish"

Get the full scoop on Trevor Donovan and Jillian Murray's characters and more in the Great American Media press release below...

Great American Media

Announces Jillian Murray

and Trevor Donovan

Set to Star In,

Mario Lopez Presents:

Mission Merry Christmas,

Co-Starring Dominic Lopez,

New, Original Movie

for Great American Christmas 2025

NEW YORK, NY – September 23, 2025 – Great American Media announced Jillian Murray and Trevor Donovan are set to star in Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas, a new, Original film for the 5th anniversary edition of GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS. Great American Christmas celebrates a milestone five-year anniversary when the popular franchise returns to air on Great American Family and GFAM+ on October 10, and streams exclusively on Great American Pure Flix beginning October 16.

“We are so proud of the extraordinary talent that comes together for Mission Merry Christmas,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Trevor Donovan and Jillian Murray bring such warmth and heart to their roles, and it is a treat to watch Mario Lopez’ son, Dominic, light up the screen with his natural charm. Partnering with Mario is always a privilege, and I believe this collaboration has produced one of the most special Christmas films of the year,” Abbott concluded.

In Mission Merry Christmas, when a Christmas wishes tree brings together morning show host Michael (Donovan) and artist/designer, Mia (Murray), they set out on a holiday mission to make a child’s Christmas dreams come true. Teaming up with Michael’s daughter, Daphne, and Mia’s son, Cruz (Lopez), the two families race across Buffalo in search of the season’s most sought-after toy – The Golden Gliders. Along the way, festive adventures, unexpected challenges and the spirit of the season draw Michael and Mia closer, proving the greatest gift is finding love and family when you least expect it.

Executive Produced by Mario Lopez through his ViaMar Productions. Produced by Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas) and Jeff Stearns. Original Screenplay written by Avery Henry-Bailey Megan Henry Herzlinger & Brian Herzlinger. Directed by Brian Herzlinger.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix, GFam+, and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
pamslay@gacmedia.com
818.415.3784
media@crosswindpr.com


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Please share your thoughts on this new Christmas movie in comments below.

Are you excited to see Trevor Donovan star in two Christmas movies this year?

May Your Day Be
Merry & Bright!

Net🎄

images: Great American Media

🎄 Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch to Star in Great American Family's 'Have We Met This Christmas?'

It's Official!

Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch are starring together in an all-new Great American Christmas movie titled 'Have We Met This Christmas?'!

See all of the details in the press release below...

Great American Media

Announces Danica McKellar

and Jesse Hutch

Set to Star in,

Have We Met This Christmas?,

New, Original Movie for

Great American Christmas 2025

NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media announced beloved stars Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch are set to star in Have We Met This Christmas?, a new, Original movie set to premiere this December as part of the company's GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS program event. Great American Christmas celebrates a milestone five-year anniversary when the popular franchise returns to air on Great American Family and GFAM+ on October 10, and streams exclusively on Great American Pure Flix beginning October 16.

"One of the cornerstones of Great American Christmas is celebrating the legacy of family talent in our Christmas movies. Our viewers love seeing beloved stars, like Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch, who share the screen across generations and bring our heartfelt stories to life. It is a tradition that makes Great American Christmas feel like coming home for the holidays," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

In Have We Met This Christmas?, when ambitious real estate executive, Katie Sloane (McKellar) awakens at The Merry Mountain Inn with amnesia after a car accident, she is embraced by the resort's warm holiday spirit and the family who owns it – especially the innkeeper's son, Emmett Jones (Hutch), a man from her forgotten past. The last time they were together, she vowed never to speak to him again, but now she finds herself falling in love all over again, all the while helping the family strategize how to hold on to the Inn they love. Though Emmett knows it's only a matter of time before she regains her memory, he can't help but embrace this second chance at her love. For now, she doesn't remember him… or the fact that hers is the company buying the Inn. As the spirit of Christmas surrounds her, Katie eventually discovers that sometimes losing your way is the only true path to finding love, and yourself.

Have We Met This Christmas? is an Evoke Production. Danica McKellar is Executive Producer. Mac Cappuccino is producer. Story by Danica McKellar. Original teleplay by Danica McKellar and Riley Weston.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix, GFam+, and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, GFam+, the app that allows you to watch anytime, anywhere on any device, and Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Debbie Davis
media@crosswindpr.com
Crosswind Media & PR
Director of Client Services
C: 214.802.8979

Pam Slay
pamslay@gacmedia.com
Great American Media
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
C: 818.415.3784

SOURCE Great American Media


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I would like to hear your thoughts on this movie. 

Two similar Hallmark movie plots instantly came to mind as I read this storyline, "Christmas on My Mind," starring Ashley Greene and Andrew Walker, and "Falling for Vermont," starring Julie Gonzalo and Benjamin Ayres.

Please share your thoughts in the comments.

I hope this news brought joy to your day...

Blessings,

Net

*NEW* Great American Family Christmas Promos

Need a little Christmas cheer to start-off your Monday?

In case you missed the brand new Great American Family Christmas promos over the weekend, or you'd just like to see them again, I thought I would share them here.

So here we go...


Great American Christmas Movie Promo -
16 New Premieres for the 2025 Holiday Season




Great American Family Christmas 2025 Promo -
See Many Favorite Stars Return




Also, Great American Family put a tease out yesterday on their socials for Danica's Christmas movie - asking if you can guess her co-star! However, if you look closely, the answer is in the video promo above. (Hint: Be sure to look at the title under Danica's name, and the same title under someone else!

And no, it's not her "Wonder Years" co-star Fred Savage, even though someone guessed him on Facebook. By the way, I love this year's choice, but I would also love to see her paired again with Fred someday!

UPDATE: As I'm writing this post... GAF has officially revealed Danica's co-star! He is Jesse Hutch! *Click Here* for more details!

Blessings on your day,

Net

'A Wisconsin Christmas Pie' To Premiere on Great American Family

Great American Family adds this sweet-sounding movie, "A Wisconsin Christmas Pie," to their 2025 Christmas movie lineup.

This movie was previously titled "A Cherry Pie Christmas," and yes, it was actually filmed in Wisconsin!

See all of the details in the press release below...


Press Release:

Great American Media Announces 

Katie LeClerc and Ryan Carnes 

Set to Star in,

A Wisconsin Christmas Pie (WT),

New, Original Holiday Film

for Great American Christmas 2025

NEW YORK, NY – September 19, 2025 – Great American Media announced today Katie Leclerc (“Switched At Birth,” A Cape Cod Christmas) and Ryan Carnes (“General Hospital,” “Desperate Housewives”) are set to star in A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, a new Original movie set to premiere as part of the company’s GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS program event. Great American Christmas celebrates a milestone five-year anniversary when the popular franchise returns to air on Great American Family and GFAM+ on October 10, and streams exclusive on Great American Pure Flix beginning October 16.

“At Great American Media, we are committed to telling stories that celebrate faith, family, and country. This film embodies everything our audience loves – a wholesome romance, the warmth of Christmas, and the importance of preserving what matters most.” said Allison Unger, VP Programming & Development, Great American Media.

In A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, pastry chef Emma Parker (Leclerc) returns from Chicago to her family’s cherry orchard in Door County, Wisconsin for Christmas, she learns the farm is on the brink of being sold to developers. Persuaded to enter the town’s holiday pie bake-off, Emma reconnects with her high school sweetheart, Mitch (Carnes) and together they discover the recipe for saving the orchard – and their hearts – might just be love.

A Wisconsin Christmas Pie is A Moody Independent/ H9 Films production, distributed by Nicely Entertainment. Executive producers are Philip & Nicole Haughey, Khoa Le, Diane Taillon, Thomas Soviero, Darius Pakrooh, Gary Crossen, Sarah & Michael Sandonato, Kim Gwinn Landy, Scott Savitz. Produced by Staci Griesbach, a Wisconsin native, Katie Leclerc, Mark Donadio, and Miriam Marcus. Directed by John Stimpson from a story by John Stimpson and Staci Griesbach. Written by John Stimpson and Caroline Portu.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
pamslay@gacmedia.com
media@crosswindpr.com


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Do you think this movie sounds sweet?

Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

Blessings,

Net

Do You Feel the Seasons Changing and God's Peace in the Storm?

 Dear friends,

This is the last official weekend of Summer, and Autumn is literally right around the corner. As seasons change, may we reflect on the blessings we’ve enjoyed this year and look forward to new beginnings. May this new season bring peace to our hearts, joy to our days, and a renewed sense of God’s presence in every step!

On Saturday night, "Crossroad Springs" returns with a powerful new episode, "Storm on the Horizon". The title alone reminds us how storms are a part of life, yet we are never left to face them alone. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1).

And for a little extra comfort, I’ve also gathered this weekend’s lineup of cozy TV movie classics, including Christmas and non-holiday favorites. See below…


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Friday, September 19, 2025:

Christmas Movie Night

Christmas Movie Schedule -
Friday, September 19, 2025:

Destined at Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4pm
A Little Women's Christmas ... Great American Family ... 6pm
On the 12th Date of Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Royal Date for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10pm
A Little Women's Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Royal Date for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4am


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Saturday, September 20, 2025:

"Crossroad Springs"

Episode 4

Crossroad Springs - image: Great American Media

Episode 4 - Storm on the Horizon
A summer storm tests the Hamiltons, as they unite to protect the ranch and find strength in faith, love, and each other.

"Crossroad Springs" Episode 4

Premieres Saturday, September 20, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Programming Notes:

(Highlighting some of the best movie classics you might want to rewatch this weekend)


Great American Family:

*Saturday - Love Can Surprise You, A Snapshot of Forever, Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker, Prescription for Love, Swing into Romance
*Sunday - The Abigail Mysteries, Romance at the Vineyard, 10 Steps to Love, Seasoned with Love, A Thread to Your Heart


Hallmark Channel:

*Saturday - Falling for You, It Was Always You, Winter in Vail
*Sunday - Royal Matchmaker, A Country Wedding, The 27-Hour Day, Always Amore


Hallmark Mystery:

*Friday - Mystery Island marathon
*Saturday - Aurora Teagarden marathon
*Sunday - Pie to Die For: A Hannah Swensen Mystery, Aurora Teagarden marathon, Mystery Island: House Rules, Family Practice Mysteries: Coming Home


Hallmark Family:

*Saturday - Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Series - Time to Start Livin', Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Series - To Whom It May Concern, Duke
*Sunday - Hallmark Hall of Fame films


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Also, before I end this post, I wanted to mention, as some of you likely know, the Memorial Service for Charlie Kirk, honoring his life and legacy, is this Sunday.

Charlie will be deeply missed for the way he fearlessly proclaimed and lived out his love for Jesus during his 31 years.

Like so many of you, my heart is broken over this loss. Yet even through many tears, I'm clinging to the promises of God. His Word reminds us to walk by faith and remember that in Christ, death is not the end. We grieve, but we do so with the eternal hope that belongs to every believer.

(I've included the Sinner's prayer at the end of this post if you'd like to ask Jesus into your heart today.)

Let us continue to lift up Charlie’s family, friends, and our nation in prayer. And may we hold fast to Jesus, the One who is our true comfort and our peace in the midst of every storm.

I pray this will be a true turning point for our country and the world, as hearts turn back to Christ.

The Memorial Service for Charlie Kirk airs Sunday, September 21st, at 2pm EST. on Real America's Voice, RSBN, Newsmax, Fox News, and various streaming sources.


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Blessings to You All...
My Dear Friends,

Net

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"Fear not, for I am with you; 

be not dismayed, 

for I am your God; 

I will strengthen you, 

I will help you, 

I will uphold you 

with my righteous right hand."

~Isaiah 41:10

Sinner’s Prayer:
 

Dear God, I know that I am a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I am truly sorry for my sins and for the ways I have turned from You. I believe that Jesus, Your Son, died for my sins and rose again, and I choose to turn from my old life and follow Him.

I confess Jesus as my Lord and Savior, and I invite Him into my heart and my life. Please fill me with Your peace, guide me in Your ways, and help me to walk in Your love each day. Thank You for Your mercy, Your grace, and the gift of salvation. Amen.

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🎄 Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan To Star in Great American Christmas Movie Premiere 'Christmas by the Spoonful'

Such fantastic news today from Great American Media - Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan will star together in Christmas by the Spoonful (wt), previously known as Pot-Luck Christmas.

This movie includes a heartwarming touch of family, romance, and a tribute to our military. I love how Great American Family weaves these story themes together so nicely.

See all of the details below from Great American Family's press release...

Great American Media

Serves Up

Christmas by the Spoonful (WT),

Starring Jill Wagner

and Trevor Donovan,

An Original Movie Premiere

 for Great American Christmas 2025

New York, NY – September 18, 2025 – Great American Media announced today Jill Wagner (A Christmas Miracle for Daisy, Bringing Christmas Home) and Trevor Donovan (A Little Women’s Christmas, Jingle Bell Princess) are set to star in Christmas by the Spoonful (wt), a new Original movie which premieres as part of the 5th anniversary of GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS.

Great American Christmas returns to Great American Family and GFAM+ on October 10 and streams exclusively on Great American Pure Flix beginning October 16. Great American Christmas is the viewing destination for original holiday entertainment that celebrates Christmas as it is meant to be.

“We are thrilled to bring Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan, two of our most cherished stars, together in a film that celebrates family, community, and honoring our military,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer & Chief of Staff, Great American Media.

In Christmas by the Spoonful (wt), Beth Green (Wagner) a devoted cafe owner, returns to her hometown of Snow Ridge to help her parents host the town’s most cherished tradition, the annual Yuletide Potluck, a holiday potluck that welcome military families and veterans who might otherwise spend Christmas alone. At her parents’ cozy inn, Beth meets Jack Evans (Donovan), a civil engineer with the military, assigned to oversee projects at the local base over Christmas. After realizing they know each other from a blind date twenty years ago that did not go well, neither expects the spark that slowly ignites between them. Set amidst the magic of Christmas, Christmas by the Spoonful (wt) is a story of second chances, healing hearts, and the enduring power of traditions that bring people together.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
pamslay@gacmedia.com
media@crosswindpr.com

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Please share your thoughts in comments below!

Have a Merry Day!

Net

image credit: Great American Media

Great American Family Gives Taste of New Christmas Movie...

In a delightful new tease to their followers, Great American Family reveals they will be making another NEW Christmas Movie Announcement tomorrow.

Who could be starring in this movie?

Do you have any guesses?

Could this be "Pot-Luck Christmas" with Trevor Donovan, Jill Wagner, Danica McKellar, or Jesse Hutch???

Drop your guesses in comments below.

Here's the Great American Family tease:

Stay tuned for the answer

from Great American Family tomorrow,

Net

🎄 HALLMARK CHANNEL'S 2025 *Countdown to Christmas* Movie Schedule 🎄 SEE HERE:

 ( images via: Hallmark Media - Click to Enlarge ) 

Get ready to deck the halls...

Hallmark Channel’s *Countdown to Christmas* movie lineup has officially arrived!

Get ready for cozy nights, twinkling Christmas lights, and brand-new happily-ever-after holiday movies!

See the schedule details below...

(Also, be sure to see my thoughts on Hallmark's Christmas movies at the end of this post!)


HALLMARK CHANNEL -

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Mistletoe Murders Season 1

Premieres: Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. ET/PT
(two episodes released each week through Oct. 31)

Cast: Sarah Drew, Peter Mooney

Storyline: "Mistletoe Murders follows Emily Lane (Drew), the outwardly friendly and optimistic shop owner of a charming, year-round Christmas-themed store, Under the Mistletoe. However, her inner voice reveals a sardonic sense of humor, cunning intellect, and keen eye for details most people would miss… because Emily has a big secret. Residing in the quaint tourist town of Fletcher's Grove, Emily finds herself compelled to investigate not-so-quaint local murders. And when Emily begins her personal investigations, Detective Sam Wilner (Mooney), a smart local cop — with a crush on Emily that is not completely unrequited — begins to wonder if there's more to Emily than meets the eye."

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A Royal Montana Christmas

Premieres: Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Fiona Gubelmann, Warren Christie

Storyline: "Overwhelmed by her royal duties during the Christmas season, Princess Victoria of Zelarnia (Gubelmann) is ready for a change of pace. Looking to decompress in the days leading up to Christmas, she decides to take a vacation to Peaceful Pines Ranch in Montana, where she celebrated Christmas as a child with her late father. Upon arrival, she meets her dashing guide, Huntley Blaylock (Christie), who presents her and the other guests at the ranch with a rustic experience that is far from the royal treatment. This Christmas, Huntley must decide if he wants to step into a leadership role and carry on the family ranch's legacy as his parents, the owners, approach retirement. Unaware of her status as a princess, Huntley puts Victoria through the rigors of a Montana ranch experience. Victoria also plans to help Huntley revive the ranch's Christmas Holly-Day Dance. Victoria finds herself charmed by both Huntley and this different pace of life. As the two start to fall for each other, things get complicated when Huntley discovers Victoria is a princess. As Christmas approaches and her time at the ranch comes to an end, Victoria must decide if she should return to her royal life or stay in Montana with Huntley and the ranch she has grown so fond of."

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A Christmas Angel Match

Premieres: Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Meghan Ory, Benjamin Ayres

Storyline: "Monica (Ory) and Michael (Ayres) are Christmas Angels tasked with bringing destined soulmates together during the most magical season of all. Typically, Angels work alone, but when the Christmas Connection Department faces the threat of downsizing, Monica and Michael are unexpectedly paired to ensure Daisy and Patrick fall in love before Christmas. The partnership isn't without its challenges: Monica is a by-the-book traditionalist who follows every heavenly rule, while Michael embraces spontaneity and delights in earthly joys like hot chocolate, snowball fights, and holiday dancing. Their clashing styles – and the undeniable spark growing between them – complicate their mission. As Christmas Eve draws near, Monica and Michael worry that their differences will keep them from completing their mission in time. But just when it seems all hope is lost, a surprising turn of events changes everything — leading to a Christmas connection no one saw coming."

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Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!

Premieres: Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Robert Buckley, Kimberley Sustad

Storyline: "Weatherman Ted Cooper (Buckley) loves Christmas, but the past three have been terrible. This year, Ted has made up his mind that things will be different – this will be the Christmas things turn around for him. But Ted's relentless optimism is about to be put to the test as he is faced with a litany of injuries and obstacles when he travels back to his hometown of Lackawanna, N.Y., for the holidays. Within hours of arriving at his sister Kate's house, he finds himself making a trip to Urgent Care after falling off a ladder while hanging decorations. While there, he runs into Ruth Mittens, his former high school science teacher, who was always his cheerleader. He also reconnects with the charming Hope Miller (Sustad), except now she's Dr. Hope Miller, with whom he went to high school and quietly crushed on from afar. Ted is optimistic that this budding romance is the beginning of his Christmas comeback, but his looming holiday bad luck still has a few curveballs in store for him. Luckily for Ted, he won't have to face them alone – he'll have the support of Kate, Ruth, and Hope to help him overcome the challenges thrown his way and finally enjoy a well-earned merry Christmas."

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Christmas On Duty

Premieres: Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Janel Parrish, Parker Young

Storyline: "Blair (Parrish) and Josh (Young) have been bitter rivals ever since they trained together at The Basic School in Quantico, where they were both at the top of the class, competing to be number one. After graduation, Blair got Josh's dream job, and they haven't spoken since. Three years later, their paths cross unexpectedly at the base holiday party, where the two get into an argument and cause a scene. As punishment, Blair and Josh are both assigned to Christmas Duty, where they'll work through the Yuletide together… for 24 hours straight. They plan to stay away from each other, but when a snowstorm prevents all the Christmas presents from being delivered to base, they are forced to team up for a special mission… to save Christmas."

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A Newport Christmas

Premieres: Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Ginna Claire Mason, Wes Brown

Storyline: "Ella (Mason) is a charitable and spirited Newport socialite in 1905 who dreams of using her wealth to start a foundation to help others in town. After learning her father intends for her to become engaged to a man she's never met at the upcoming Christmas Eve ball, Ella goes for a nighttime sail in her schooner to clear her head. Upon seeing a comet shoot across the sky, she wistfully wishes for a different life. Ella is shocked to suddenly find Nick (Brown), a sailor and local Newport historian, aboard her schooner and accuses him of being a stowaway. But Nick insists he owns the boat and a standoff ensues. Once on dry land, Ella realizes that somehow, she's traveled from 1905 to 2025. As she spends time there and gets a glimpse at what her future in 1905 appears to be, she becomes reluctant to return, especially since she and Nick have grown close and she now knows how true love feels. But the legacy Ella built in her time — and the course of Newport's history — risks being erased the longer she stays in the present, so the two plot a course for her trip back through time. But what awaits her at home is even more surprising that what she found in the future."

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Mistletoe Murders season 2

Premieres: Nov. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, with new episodes each week through Nov. 21

Cast: Sarah Drew, Peter Mooney

Storyline: "There are all-new mysteries in Fletcher's Grove, as Christmas shop owner Emily Lane (Drew) once again proves her sleuthing skills alongside local Detective Sam Wilner (Mooney). But this season, the biggest mystery may be Emily herself – when secrets from her past and the shadowy group known as CH1M3RA resurface, leading to revelations and a shocking finale that promises to change everything."

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Christmas Above the Clouds

Premieres: Nov. 8 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Erin Krakow, Tyler Hynes

Storyline: "When workaholic CEO Ella Neezer (Krakow) tries to skip Christmas by flying to Australia, she's in for the flight of her life. Haunted by her past, present, and future, she's forced to confront the choices that led to her success yet left her flying solo. With the help of three quirky spirits and a surprise reunion with her ex (Hynes), she might just rediscover the magic of Christmas – and the love she thought she'd lost."

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A Keller Christmas Vacation

Premieres: Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Jonathan Bennett, Brandon Routh, Eden Sher

Storyline: "Christmas this year is going to be a little different for the Keller family, as parents, Anne and Ben, buy their three adult children – oldest son, Cal (Routh), middle son, Dylan (Bennett) and daughter, Emory (Sher) – a river cruise down the Danube River from Germany, through Salzburg, to Vienna touring beautiful European Christmas Markets and towns along the way. The one problem? The very different siblings, who are each going through their own personal life challenges, have naturally gone in separate directions over the years, and the idea of spending 10 days cooped up on a river cruise together makes each Keller child cringe for their own reasons. But they say 'yes' because that's what families do, never expecting it to turn out to be a glorious once-in-a-lifetime experience full of missed connections, new friendships, stunning vistas, relationship upheaval, budding romances, shipboard games, family bonding, and a secret that brings them all together in time for Christmas.'

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Three Wisest Men

Premieres: Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker, Margaret Colin

Storyline: "The Brenner family is back, and their lives are more chaotic than ever! As Luke (Walker) is expecting twins, Taylor (Hynes) is debating a monumental job opportunity out of state, and Stephan (Campbell) attempts to plan for his upcoming nuptials, everyone's stress heightens when they learn their mom (Colin) has put their childhood home up for sale, marking their final Christmas in the Brenner house. With unexpected in-laws visiting, wild animals lurking in freshly cut Christmas trees, and a hesitant mall Santa, the boys will have their work cut out for them as the holiday begins to loom. As they navigate adulting at a level they have yet to reach, they must learn to once again lean on one another to rise to the needs of their growing family, conquer the newest challenges in their lives, and, most crucially, have the best Christmas EVER!"

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Tidings for the Season

Premieres: Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Tamera Mowry-Housley, B.J. Britt, Elijah-Justus Lewis

Storyline: "Adam Kade (Britt) is the serious face on the local news. His life takes an unexpected turn in early December when he meets Robbie (Lewis), a 10-year-old who is Adam's biggest fan. Robbie has an important request: He wants his favorite newscaster to talk about more than just what's going wrong in the world. How about reporting on the good stories, too? Adam is ambitious and wants to move up in the world, but he takes this question to heart as the holidays approach. He discovers Robbie's mom, Lucy (Mowry-Housley), is a single parent working hard to take care of her son. The last thing she needs is anything complicating a very busy schedule, including Adam. As new friendships form and Adam gains a healthy perspective, his reporting changes. He starts covering feel-good stories about hometown heroes during the holidays. A romance develops between Adam and Lucy, and Lucy lets go of always being so self-reliant as she and Adam draw close. But when Adam's reporting leads to bigger opportunities, he must decide what matters most this holiday season – the bigger job he has been longing for or his newfound community, including the love of a boy who thinks of Adam as his hero."

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Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story

Premieres: Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Holland Roden, Matthew Daddario, Joe Pantoliano, Tracy Pollan, Caroline Aaron, Steve Schirripa, Patti Murin

Storyline: "The Quinns and DeLucas have lived next door to each other for decades in the shadow of Highmark Stadium – the home of their beloved Buffalo Bills. With their longtime friendship rooted in being proud members of Bills Mafia, the two clans have enjoyed cherished traditions that revolve around cheering for their favorite team – especially at the holidays when they celebrate the last home game before Christmas. Pediatric doctor Morgan Quinn (Roden) and the Bills' VP of Stadium Development Gabe DeLuca (Daddario) have been lifelong friends, but Gabe has always held a torch for her – a fact obvious to their families (Pollan, Aaron, Schirripa, Murin)… and everyone else who crosses their path. When Morgan learns from her Uncle Tommy (Pantoliano) that someone anonymously helped her family get by after he was drafted more than 60 years ago – and that he continues to receive a Christmas gift each year to this day – she decides to find his benefactor and give her uncle a Christmas he'll always remember. Aided by Bills Mafia friends of theirs, Morgan and Gabe work together to unwrap the gifter's identity. Along the way, Gabe's love for Morgan deepens and in turn, she begins to see him in a new light though neither is daring enough to admit their feelings. Meanwhile, Morgan's hopes of pulling off her surprise for Uncle Tommy get sacked. That is, until Gabe takes matters into his own hands and uses his connections with the Bills to pull off the surprise of a lifetime for Morgan and both their families that will make this a Christmas they'll never forget. Cameos: Coach Sean McDermott, Ray Davis, Damar Hamlin, Dion Dawkins, Dawson Knox, Reid Ferguson, DeWayne Carter, Joshua Palmer, Jim Kelly, Steve Tasker, Thurman Thomas, Scott Norwood, Andre Reed, Chris Brown, Luke Russert."

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Melt My Heart This Christmas

Premieres: Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Laura Vandervoort, Stephen Huszar

Storyline: "Holly James (Vandervoort), a passionate glassblower striving to establish her artistic identity, dreams of showcasing her creations at the Fern Grove Fair. Despite previous rejections from Jack Dubois (Huszar), who oversees the entries, Holly finds an unexpected opportunity to assist legendary glassblower Bianca Bonhomme, to help Jack. Unfortunately, Bianca is struggling with a creative slump and needs help managing her booth. While Holly assists Bianca, she also secretly displays her own art under a pseudonym, and her vibrant work becomes a surprise hit, overshadowing Bianca's work and challenging the fair's traditional norms. Holly does everything she can to help Bianca without giving away her identity while also growing closer to Jack, but unfortunately Walter, a news reporter, discovers the mystery and outs Holly, shattering her relationship with both Bianca and Jack. Holly is now forced to pick up the pieces and try to melt them back together."

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We Met in December

Premieres: Nov. 27 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Autumn Reeser, Niall Matter

Storyline: "On an unexpected layover in mid-December, Annie Lane (Reeser) and Dave Weeks (Matter) meet as strangers in a beautiful hotel all decorated for the holidays. It's love at first sight, and they end up having a magical night of sharing hopes, dreams… and a perfect kiss. But when they fail to exchange numbers and miss each other the next morning, Annie and Dave fly back to Chicago with no easy way to track the other one down. The only clues they have are those shared about plans for the upcoming holiday season, and the two embark on separate quests to find one another. Along the way, insightful wisdom shared during their time together leads Annie and Dave to make important changes in their lives, leading them both to find ways of making this Christmas special for themselves, their families, and their loved ones."

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The Snow Must Go On

Premieres: Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Heather Hemmens, Corey Cott

Storyline: "Isaiah Heyward (Cott) last appeared on Broadway almost 10 years ago. Since then, getting back on Broadway has been a challenge. To escape the grind of the city and re-evaluate his life, Isaiah visits his sister, Jess, and teenage niece, Aurora, in upstate New York for the holidays. But his yuletide respite is interrupted when he learns Aurora's high school may have to cancel their annual Christmas musical because they can't find a director. With a nudge from Aurora and the school's guidance counselor, Lilly-Anne Brigente (Hemmens), Isaiah decides to save the Christmas show and jumps in as director. Isaiah's situation gets a little more complicated when he learns that an influential Broadway producer's daughter is in the school production, so Isaiah decides to cast himself as the lead in order to land a part in an upcoming Broadway show. But while the curtain rises on rehearsals and the Christmas Eve opening night fast approaches, Isaiah finds some Christmas surprises of his own, as he stumbles upon an unexpected romance with Lilly-Anne, creates an unanticipated bond with his students, reassesses his priorities, and ultimately discovers that the greatest holiday gift is found when love, family, and friendship take center stage."

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The More the Merrier

Premieres: Nov. 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Rachel Boston, Brendan Penny

Storyline: "Alice (Boston), an emergency room doctor at a small, rural hospital, always volunteers to work the Christmas Eve overnight shift and goes the extra mile to make the holiday merry and bright for patients and staff. When the hospital gets snowed in, Alice and Brian (Penny), the newly hired top-rated cardiologist, find themselves in the middle of a bona fide baby boom when three women — including the only OBGYN for miles around — go into labor on the rarest birthday of the year. As they team up to bring these bundles of joy into the world as the night wears on, Alice, Brian, and the rest of the staff also work hard to make the holiday feel festive for all the patients. Though they may have different approaches to medicine — and to life — there's a spark between them, and by the end of their shift it's clear that this may be the Christmas Eve that changes them both forever."

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An Alpine Holiday

Premieres: Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Ashley Williams, Laci Mailey, Julien Samani

Storyline: "A grandmother's last wish brings two estranged sisters, Faith (Williams) and Kelly (Mailey), back together to travel to the French Alps for Christmas to recreate her first trip there with their grandfather. Facing all the challenges and wonder this unique holiday adventure brings, they learn to cherish their sisterhood above all, while also making room for romance to blossom between Kelly and their French mountaineer guide, Frederic (Samani)."

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A Grand Ole Opry Christmas

Premieres: Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Nikki Deloach, Kristoffer Polaha, Rob Mayes, Eliza Maher, Luke Benward, Sharon Lawrence, James Denton

Storyline: "Gentry Wade (Nikki DeLoach), daughter of late country music icon Jett Wade – half of the famed duo Winters & Wade – abandoned her dream of a songwriting career and distanced herself from her father's legacy following his tragic accident 30 years prior. When the Grand Ole Opry invites her to represent Jett at their centennial celebration at Christmas, she's hesitant to return to the place steeped in bittersweet memories. Encouraged by her good friends, Gentry visits the Opry and, while seated in one of the vaunted venue's oak church pews, is suddenly transported to 1995. Gentry's lifelong friend Mac (Kristoffer Polaha), a country music talent manager, finds himself in 1995 as well. Thanks to some Christmas magic, Gentry gets precious time with her father, creative inspiration to finish the song she began decades earlier as a teen, and learns surprising answers to questions about her father that have followed her for the last three decades. Cameos by: Bill Anderson, Brad Paisley, Dailey & Vincent, Drew Baldridge, Jamey Johnson, Maggie Baugh, Megan Moroney, Mickey Guyton, Pam Tillis, Rhett Akins, Riders in the Sky, Suzy Bogguss, Tigirlily Gold, T Graham Brown."

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The Christmas Cup

Premieres: Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Rhiannon Fish, Ben Rosenbaum

Storyline: "After a knee injury threatens to cut her career short, Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt (Fish) returns home in low spirits for the holidays. Her family tries to help by encouraging her to lead her hometown team in the annual Christmas Cup against the rival town. It takes a lot of work, but Kelly organizes her team and gets them as competition-ready as she can with the help of Fire Captain Quinn Stokley (Rosenbaum). Sparks begin to fly with Quinn, and through the whole process, Kelly is reminded of how much she loves to lead, but her heart still hopes she will be cleared to return to serve. Kelly ultimately receives the call she has been waiting for; however, it's not what she expects. With the Marines needing her to report to the Hawaiian base on the day of the competition, Kelly soon realizes there is more than one way to serve a community."

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Christmas at the Catnip Café

Premieres: Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Erin Cahill, Paul Campbell

Storyline: "Olivia Pierce (Cahill) is a marketing executive from Oakland, Calif., who is this close to realizing her dream of purchasing a condo, but she's a bit short on the down payment. When she learns that her late great aunt left her half of a cat café in upstate New York, she thinks it's the Christmas miracle she needed – as long as she can sell and close the deal before the holidays. Olivia's plan hits a bump in the road when she meets Dr. Ben Kane (Campbell), the veterinarian who owns the other half. The café serves an important role in the town – helping homeless cats find forever homes – and he has no intention of closing up shop. Christmas is the most important time of the year, as they plan many activities to help raise funds and get them into the black. Olivia and Ben strike a deal – she agrees to help him plan the fundraising events at the café over the next three weeks in exchange for Ben promising not to drag his heels on selling at the end of that time. Unless Ben notes, she ends up changing her mind – a lot can happen in three weeks, after all. As they work together and a spark between them grows, Olivia becomes part of the neighborhood, gains an appreciation for the café's adorable feline inhabitants and what it means to Ben, as well as to the entire community. And when she learns the surprising reason her great aunt opened the café in the first place, that just might be the cat-alyst for change that will give them all a Merry Christmas."

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Twelve Dates ‘Til Christmas

Premieres: Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT
(with new episodes airing each week through Dec. 19)

Cast: Mae Whitman, Julian Morris, Toby Sandeman, Nathaniel Parker, Jane Seymour, Lucy Eaton, Mary McDonnell

Storyline: "Talented Saville Row textile pattern designer Kate (Whitman) lives in the quaint village of Blexford, England, next door to her father Mac (Parker), who is long-divorced from Kate's mother Delilah (McDonnell), a globe-trotting American always on an adventure. When not at work, Kate looks after Mac, who's recovering from a motorbike accident and is inclined to spend his days sitting in his recliner. Unbeknownst to Kate, her best friend Laura (Eaton) signs her up for The 12 Dates of Christmas – a holiday-themed matchmaking program in the days leading up to the holiday featuring carefully curated, yuletide dating experiences, in an attempt to get Kate out of her rut. Lovingly coerced by Laura and longtime best friend Callum (Morris), a reluctant Kate ultimately gets into the spirit of the program and is caught off guard when she meets someone (Sandeman) who reinvigorates her zest for life. But when Delilah unexpectedly shows up on her doorstep – literally – Kate and Mac's life and holiday season get upended. Meanwhile, Mac may be embarking on his own romance with local Evelyn (Seymour), a widow who slowly helps him step outside the confines of his house and open his heart. As Kate wends her way through the 12 dates, she takes a circuitous route to romance while also making some important discoveries about herself."

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She's Making a List

Premieres: Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Lacey Chabert, Andrew Walker

Storyline: "Falling on Santa's Naughty or Nice list used to be a call made by Santa and his elves. But with the number of kids worldwide skyrocketing, Santa has outsourced the job to the Naughty or Nice Group, a consulting firm that has cornered the market on determining a child's niceness thanks to an airtight formula. As a top inspector with the group, it's Isabel's (Chabert) job to make the tough calls by assessing the children on her list and assigning a verdict. When she is tasked with evaluating a mischievous 11-year-old Charlie Duncan, she expects a routine case. But things get complicated when Isabel unexpectedly falls for Charlie's widowed father, Jason (Walker), and begins to question the rigid rules of her job. As Christmas approaches, Isabel must choose between following the holiday algorithm or following her heart."

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Single on the 25th

Premieres: Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Lyndsy Fonseca, Daniel Lissing

Storyline: "For Nell Duke (Fonseca), nothing is worse than being single at Christmastime because everywhere she looks, couples are kissing under the mistletoe. After her family cancels holiday plans at the last minute, Nell decides to spend the week of Christmas having fun on her own! When she crosses paths with her neighbor Cooper (Lissing), a financial analyst who prides himself on being happily unattached, he notices Nell struggling with being alone and decides to share tips on how to keep the holidays festive. Cooper inspires Nell to challenge her insecurities and find happiness in being on her own. In turn, Nell helps Cooper realize he's missing out on real connection. In the fun partnership that forms, the friendly singles' Christmas together starts to feel like something more. Their special connection falls apart when Nell finds out Cooper only offered to help because he felt sorry Nell had to spend the holidays alone. To make Christmas truly magical this year, Cooper must show real growth of character while Nell finds her own strength in being single during the holidays. Inspired by the song 'Single on the 25th' by Lauren Spencer Smith."

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A Suite Holiday Romance

Premieres: Dec. 13 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Jessy Schram, Dominic Sherwood

Storyline: "It's Christmas week when Sabrina Post (Schram) arrives at the iconic Grand Fairbanks Hotel in New York City, ready to accept the ghostwriting position for the memoir of Grayson Westcott – a famous art dealer. As a struggling writer, Sabrina can't believe her luck: a paycheck and a stay in her own suite at the hotel. She feels like Cordelia, the heroine from her favorite series of children's books written by Hazel Holley. What promises to be a perfect week is complicated when Sabrina meets Ian Turner (Sherwood), a handsome British visitor, at the hotel bar. When Ian assumes Sabrina is another wealthy guest at the hotel, she doesn't correct him – a decision she doesn't regret after learning that Ian is a member of the British aristocracy. Or so she thinks. The truth is that Ian is not a wealthy lord but is the personal secretary of Lord Spencer Braxton. Ian is in town for the holidays to oversee the installation of an exhibit featuring the Braxton Royal Jewels at the Avalon Museum. As the week unfolds, Sabrina shows Ian Christmas in New York and the two start to fall for each other."

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Oy to the World!

Premieres: Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Brooke D’Orsay, Jake Epstein

Storyline: "When water lines break at Temple Beth Am, it leaves its members in need of a place to celebrate Hanukkah. Across the street, St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church is quick to open its doors and offer shared space for the holidays. With the last night of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve falling on the same day this year – something that rarely happens – the reverend and rabbi choose to offer a joint service for their congregations. But that means Nikki Roberts (D’Orsay), St. Joseph’s youth choir director, must team up with Jake Cohen (Epstein), the substitute youth choir director from Temple Beth Am, and put on a single music program. These two are old high school rivals, and together, they’re ready to compete for the top prize. That’s not helping matters at a time when partnership matters most. To lead a successful fundraising effort for the temple, Nikki and Jake have to put aside their differences and learn how to work together. In doing so, they discover teamwork can move mountains and open hearts, including their own. On their big night, Nikki and Jake find a way to unite people through the power of song and prove that coming together is the best way for everyone to celebrate the holiday season."

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A Make Or Break Holiday

Premieres: Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Hunter King, Evan Roderick
Storyline: "Liv (King) and Daniel (Roderick) are hosting their families for the first time this Christmas, and stress is at an all-time high. When unspoken irritations within their relationship finally reach a boiling point, Liv and Daniel find themselves at odds and decide they need to take a break from each other. However, relaying this news to their families will most certainly ruin Christmas, so they decide to move forward with their original plans and will pretend to be a happy couple while everyone is under one roof. As they navigate the complexities of their respective families and work together to create a holiday celebration they'll all remember, Liv and Daniel begin to rediscover what they love about each other and may not have to pretend much longer."

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The Christmas Baby

Premieres: Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

Cast: Ali Liebert, Katherine Barrell, Barbara Niven

Storyline: "When a baby boy shows up on their doorstep days before Christmas with a note written specially for them, Erin (Liebert) and Kelly (Barrell) must learn how to navigate their new relationship and career dynamics while unexpectedly caring for a newborn. As the couple spends more time with the baby as a temporary solution until he can be placed permanently or they can find his mother, they begin to realize that they want to adopt him themselves and go about navigating the complicated world of fostering to adopt all while their business is booming at the busiest time of the year, Christmas."

*NOTE: This movie features a same-sex couple.

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My Quick Take:

So… the Hallmark Channel has officially unwrapped its Christmas movie list for 2025! 🎄

This year, we’ll be getting 24 brand-new Christmas movies. Sadly, it looks like *Miracles of Christmas* won’t be returning on Hallmark Mystery. I had a feeling, since their Christmas in June/July celebration was just a quick weekend, but still... it’s a little surprising, too, after all these years.

Another disappointment... I'm not seeing any mention of a DaySpring faith-based, inspirational movie in this year's line-up. I've so enjoyed those movies each year. I will truly miss seeing how those movies always incorporated the true meaning of Christmas.

And, I must admit, since so many of the new Christmas movie titles were announced early, there weren’t quite as many surprises this time around for the big reveal.

Perhaps, (I'll try to look on the bright side) with fewer new films... that just gives us more time to look forward to the stories we do have and to cozy up with some of our favorite Christmas classics along the way.

In a way, it may not be such a bad thing that the number of new films has been trimmed down. Many fans have said for years that 40 premieres felt like too many, so perhaps with fewer movies, each one will shine a little brighter and be every bit as magical as the favorites we’ve cherished from past seasons.

In addition to the holiday films & TV series, Hallmark will also premiere three reality series: Finding Mr. Christmas, Baked with Love: Holiday, and Ready, Set, Glow!.

I hope you discover many Christmas movies you will look forward to seeing on the Hallmark Channel this Christmas!

I look forward to sharing and hearing your movie reviews throughout the holiday season.

Joyous Christmas Blessings 

to You All,

Net🎄

🎅✨ Hallmark Channel's 2025 Christmas Movie Promo

The Hallmark Channel has just shared a brand-new promo for *Countdown to Christmas* 2025, and it’s brimming with holiday movies and cheer! 

Could the full Christmas movie schedule be right around the corner? Stay tuned… my Hallmark Christmas Movie Post is coming soon!✨

*UPDATE: SEE HALLMARK CHANNEL'S

2025 CHRISTMAS MOVIE SCHEDULE HERE*

Enjoy the festive new promo here:

Some of the new Christmas movies featured in the clip above include:

🌟Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story
(Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario)

🌟A Newport Christmas
(Ginna Claire Mason and Wes Brown)

🌟Christmas Above The Clouds
(Tyler Hynes and Erin Krakow)

🌟She’s Making a List
(Lacey Chabert and Andrew Walker)

🌟Three Wisest Men
(Andrew Walker, Tyler Hynes, and Paul Campbell)

🌟A Royal Montana Christmas
(Fiona Gubelmann and Warren Christie)

🌟A Grand Ole Opry Christmas
(Nikki DeLoach and Kristoffer Polaha)

🌟A Christmas Angel Match
(Meghan Ory and Benjamin Ayres)

🌟Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper
(Kimberley Sustad and Robert Buckley)

and more!

Stay tuned for the full scoop of Hallmark Christmas Movie Premieres for the 2025 Holiday Season!

*UPDATE: SEE HALLMARK CHANNEL'S

2025 CHRISTMAS MOVIE SCHEDULE HERE*

Blessings,

Net

💕 Rachel Boston and Brendan Penny To Star in Heartwarming Christmas Movie, 'The More the Merrier'

Another Hallmark Christmas movie has been officially announced, and this one will surely pull at your heartstrings!

The film is "The More the Merrier" starring Rachel Boston and Brendan Penny!

As part of Hallmark’s 16th annual *Countdown to Christmas*, "The More the Merrier" follows Dr. Alice (Rachel Boston) and Dr. Brian (Brendan Penny) who, along with staff and visitors, are snowed in at a small rural hospital on Christmas Eve. Amid a sudden baby boom, a 14-year-old heart patient named David brings joy, connection, and surprises, highlighting the power of community and resilience.

"The More the Merrier" features special cameos from five children and teens in the Abbott HeartMates program, a community that supports those living with cardiovascular conditions. They appear in the film alongside NFL player and cardiac arrest survivor Damar Hamlin, who also serves as a HeartMates ambassador. Hamlin has previously connected with each of the HeartMates through the program and developed close personal bonds with them and their families, making their on-screen moment especially meaningful.

In addition to being in this movie, NFL player Damar Hamlin will also be seen in the football-themed Hallmark Christmas movie, "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story."

Since "The More the Merrier" carries a more serious and heartfelt storyline, it feels like the kind of film that would typically premiere during *Miracles of Christmas* on Hallmark Mystery, where the more touching and emotional movies usually air. However, with most *mystery* films debuting on the Hallmark Channel this year instead, I'm curious to see where this movie will end up.

According to the Abbott Heartmates article, which revealed the details of this film, Hallmark’s “Countdown to Christmas” movie lineup announcement is coming tomorrow - on Wednesday, September 17th! So, if that ends up being the case - stay tuned here for all of the 2025 Hallmark Christmas movie news and announcements!

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Have a Merry Day!

Net 💕