🎄✨ Christmas in July 2026 Coming to the Hallmark Channel - SEE HERE:

Christmas in July excitement is already beginning! 🎄✨

According to Hallmark Channel’s website, lots of beloved Christmas classics and recent holiday favorites are already popping up on the schedule for the June 27th - June 28th weekend and beyond!

UPDATE: See the New Christmas in July Movie Premieres - 

*Click Here*

Get ready for cozy Christmas magic with festive favorites like:

• A Royal Christmas
• Christmas with Holly
• Crown for Christmas
• A Make or Break Holiday
• A Biltmore Christmas
• Five Star Christmas
• My Christmas Love
• Mystery on Mistletoe Lane
• Northern Lights of Christmas
• Snow Bride
• The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
• Time for You to Come Home for Christmas
• We Met in December
…and MANY more holiday treats to come!!!

I’ll be sharing more Christmas movie scheduling details soon, so stay tuned for lots more merry movie fun ahead!

Note: For those of you who may be wondering, I'm not seeing a week or weekend dedicated to Christmas movies on Hallmark Mystery, so far. If there are any updates or changes there, I'll be sure to let you know.

May your day be 

Merry & Bright!❤️💚

Net

"Blue Ridge" Season 2 To Premiere This Summer on INSP

Great news, "Blue Ridge" fans! Season 2 is officially premiering this summer - Sunday, July 19th, on INSP!

Get ready for another thrilling season packed with adventure, danger, justice, and the relentless pursuit of keeping law and order in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The outstanding main cast is returning, including Johnathon Schaech, Sarah Lancaster, Taegen Burns, and A Martinez, all of whom are featured in the poster above.

Plus, season 2 will introduce some exciting guest stars along the way, including Sarah Drew, Eric Close, Jesse Hutch, Kristoffer Polaha, Keith Carradine, the return of Bruce Boxleitner as Oak Miller, and more... adding even more intrigue, drama, and unexpected twists to the action-packed adventure!

Be sure to check out the press release below for all the details for "Blue Ridge" Season 2 and the brand-new trailer.


Press Release via Imagicomm Entertainment:

“BLUE RIDGE: THE SERIES”

RETURNS TO INSP

FOR SEASON TWO

JULY 19

Indian Land, SC – May 19, 2026 Imagicomm Entertainment today announced that season two of the critically acclaimed drama “Blue Ridge: The Series” will premiere on INSP Sunday, July 19 at 10 p.m. EST. Based on the original feature film BLUE RIDGE, “Blue Ridge: The Series” premiered in 2024 to rave reviews and hit the Top 5 and overall Top 10 rankings on Amazon Prime Video.

Johnathon Schaech (“That Thing You Do!,” “Texas Rising,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”) returns with Sarah Lancaster (“Chuck,” “Everwood,” “Christmas in the Smokies”), Taegen Burns (“The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,” “The Right Stuff”), Tom Proctor (“Ballad of Buster Scruggs,” “Justified”) and A Martinez (“Longmire,” “The Cowboys”) to the small Appalachian town of Blue Ridge. Creator Gary Wheeler returns as showrunner, writer, and director.

“Blue Ridge” season two brings new threats to the Appalachian town, from bounty hunters, moonshiners, murderers and more. With help from his deputies and family, Sheriff Justin Wise fights to keep the community safe. Every case tests his grit, loyalty, and the limits of small-town peace. In Blue Ridge, justice is personal and earned one fight, one mystery, one truth at a time.

“Season two of ‘Blue Ridge: The Series,’ will build on the momentum of the franchise with an incredible cast and number of amazing guest stars,” said Dale Ardizzone, COO, INSP. “We were extremely happy to see how well ‘Blue Ridge’ performed across our network and streaming platforms and are looking forward to an even bigger audience in season two.”

Guest stars for season two include A.J. Buckley (“CSI: NY, Seal Team”), Bruce Boxleitner (“How the West Was Won Series”), Keith Carradine (“The Power of the Dog”), Eric Close (“Without a Trace”), Sarah Drew (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Sean Patrick Flanery (“The Dead Zone”), Zachary Gordon (“Diary of a Wimpy Kid”), Chelsea Green (WWE Champion), Doug Jones (“Hellboy”), Kellan Lutz (“The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”) and Kristoffer Polaha (“Land Man”).

INSP fans can catch up on Season 1 of “Blue Ridge: The Series” by watching on INSP starting Sunday, June 7 or on the FAST channel Western Bound beginning July 29. You can also catch Blue Ridge season one on YouTube via its Western Bound channel beginning May 18.

About Blue Ridge: The Series
Sheriff Justin Wise and his two deputies fight to protect the small Appalachian town of Blue Ridge from the forces trying to rip it apart. Longstanding feuds, disgruntled criminals, unruly travelers, and cold-blooded murderers wreak havoc – threatening the safety of the citizens Justin has promised to protect. Based on the 2020 film of the same name, Blue Ridge breaks the mold of traditional procedural dramas, bringing action, heroism, and heart to every investigation.

About INSP
INSP is available nationwide to more than 40M households via MVPDs including DISH (channel 259), DIRECTV (channel 364), Comcast Xfinity, Cox Communications, Charter Spectrum, National Cable Television Cooperative (NCTC), Verizon Fios (channel 286), AT&T U-verse (channel 564) and on vMVPDs including SLING TV, Philo, Frndly TV, Vidgo and FreeCast. INSP provides a trusted viewing experience with a lineup of exclusive and original series, timeless Westerns, action-filled dramas, and films focused on adventure and heroic characters.

About Imagicomm Entertainment
Imagicomm Entertainment is a multi-media distribution company focusing on films and episodic series with content ranging from action and adventure to drama and family holiday celebration. Each project embodies an unparalleled commitment to strong storytelling, memorable characters, and high production values.


Trailer:

Season 2 - 8 Episodes:
(details via TVGuide)

Episode 1: “Hope, Deferred”

Sheriff Justin Wise has his hands full when Bounty Hunter Hope Henry comes into town in pursuit of a fugitive who is accused of murdering her mentor.

Episode 2: “Going Around in Circles”

When a member of the Hughes racing dynasty ends up dead, it's up to Sheriff Justin Wise to solve the case involving rivals, lovers, and family secrets.

Episode 3: “Out of the Woods”

A father-daughter camping trip turns treacherous when Sheriff Justin Wise and Maddie accidentally discover the hideout of several dangerous drug dealers.

Episode 4: “Four-Rail Kick”

Sheriff Justin Wise's longtime childhood friend Bill Fraser unexpectedly comes to town for a visit, but he is not just here to see an old buddy. Bill is a pool hustler who has gotten behind on a gambling debt and he's running out of time to pay it off.

Episode 5: “The Return of Oak Miller”

A deadly new drug hits the hollers of Blue Ridge just as an old foe of Justin's arrives back in town. With no other options, Justin must form an unconventional alliance in order to stop the flow of drugs and bring this menace to justice.

Episode 6: “Montagues and Moonshine”

A murder at the local theater turns a production of Romeo and Juliet upside down as Justin and Maddie work together to discover the killer before the curtain falls on another victim.

Episode 7: “A Matter of Perspective”

After an officer involved shooting threatens to ignite a long-standing feud in Blue Ridge, Justin must wade through the fog of the incident to find the truth.

Episode 8: “Moving Mountains”

After a devastating landslide, Justin and Elli race against time to free and transport two injured people down a treacherous mountain pass to medical help before it is too late.


My Quick Take:

I hope you all will enjoy the new season of "Blue Ridge."

From high-stakes investigations to pulse-pounding action and heartfelt family moments, it looks like season 2 will continue to deliver excitement at every turn!

Note of caution: Due to intense crime-fighting drama and violence, this show (in my opinion) is not for young viewers.

In addition to the incredible lineup of guest stars mentioned in the press release above, also be sure to look for Jesse Hutch (“Crossroad Springs”), Melissa Ordway Gaston (“Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries”), Nick Gonzales (“Christmas on the Range”), and Annabeth Gish (“The Warrant”) in season 2!

Please share your thoughts in comments below.

Hope you enjoy the show!

Blessings, Net

*Stream Season 1 of Blue Ridge on YouTube

or on Amazon Prime

(currently free with Prime Membership)
*Click here for details*

🚢❤️ Don't Miss This: Kristoffer Polaha and Emilie Ullerup Reunite for "Missing the Boat" -- Plus New "When Calls the Heart" and More!

Happy Weekend, Friends! I hope you're all doing well.

This Saturday night, you don't want to miss Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha reuniting in their new Winter Escape Hallmark movie, "Missing the Boat." It's sure to make a splash!

Plus, the investigation into who or what started the fire at Goldie National Park continues on "When Calls the Heart" this Sunday night.

Also, wanted to share in advance that "When Calls the Heart" will not be airing at it's regular time next Sunday due to the Super Bowl. Instead, episode 6 will air Saturday night, February 7th, at 10:01pm/9:01c after the first Loveuary movie premiere!

And for all of us Christmas movie lovers... I have great news - on the day of the Super Bowl, February 8th, Hallmark will be airing several fan-favorite Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Family. I'll share more details next weekend, or be sure to check out the Christmas Schedule.

Also, I have some news about two faith-filled films that will surely be of interest to many of you here!

Check out all of the details below...


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Friday, January 30th - Sunday, February 1, 2026:

Kristoffer Polaha Hallmark Movies

Enjoy a boatload of Kristoffer Polaha classic Hallmark movies leading up to the premiere of Missing the Boat...

Friday:

Rocky Mountain Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
A Grand Ole Opry Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Mystery 101 (Movie #1) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 8pm


Saturday:

Mystery 101: Playing Dead (Movie #2) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am
Mystery 101: Words Can Kill (Movie #3) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 12pm
Mystery 101: Dead Talk (Movie #4) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 2pm
Mystery 101: Killer Timing (Movie #5) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 4pm
Mystery 101: Deadly History (Movie #6) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 6pm
Missing the Boat ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *PREMIERE


Sunday:

Missing the Boat ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm *ENCORE


*Plus, Kristoffer Polaha movies you'll want to stream or add to your DVD collection (if you haven't already)!

Click on movie titles below for current price/details at Amazon.

* A Biltmore Christmas *
* The Christmas Quest *
* Mystery 101 Collection *
* A Grand Ole Opry Christmas * (extended cut)
* Hearts of Christmas *
* A Dickens of a Holiday *



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Friday, January 30, 2026:

Moses

Sight & Sound Theatres

Details via TBN: From his dramatic rescue as a baby in the Nile to his calling at the burning bush and the awe-inspiring parting of the Red Sea, Moses’ journey is filled with moments that have shaped generations of believers. MOSES captures the full scope of that journey, exploring not only the miracles, but also the internal struggle of a man learning to trust God’s voice over his own fears and doubts.

Moses Sight & Sound

Premieres Friday, January 30, 2026:

at 8pm and 10pm EST on TBN

*Also streaming on TBN+ (with paid subscription)

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Saturday, January 31, 2026:

Missing the Boat

Storyline: Strangers Kelly and Parker both end up on the same Italian cruise, but after missing the boat during a stop, they're forced to team up and race across southern Italy to catch up.

Missing the Boat

Premieres Saturday, January 31, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, February 1, 2026:

When Calls the Heart

Storyline: New evidence comes to light that shifts the fire investigation; Elizabeth and her classroom start a project that will impact the territory for generations to come.

When Calls the Heart

Premieres Sunday, February 1, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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David (animated movie)

Now Streaming
and Available on DVD

Movie synopsis via Angel: From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom.

I wanted to share this with those of you who said you were waiting to watch this once it hit streaming... good news, it’s available now!

And, you can read my review of this movie - *here*.

Stream the David animation movie through Angel Studios with a paid subscription membership.

And more great news... the movie David (the bonus edition!) is now available to pre-order on DVD! The release date is March 17, 2026- the perfect timing right before Easter! Click here for details!

* David - Animated Movie *

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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend as we transition from January into February... already one month into 2026! Wow, time really is flying!

For those of you who’ve had a tough week dealing with snow, ice, and power outages from Winter Storm Fern, please know you’ve been on my heart and in my prayers. I truly hope things are improving for you as the weekend begins. I know firsthand how difficult and exhausting that can be. Hopefully, you'll be able to relax more this weekend.

I’ll definitely be tuning in for another heartwarming new episode of When Calls the Heart, and I can't wait to see the latest Winter Escape, Missing the Boat, starring Kristoffer Polaha and Emilie Ullerup! That's one I absolutely don’t want to miss!

And if you’d like to share any movie reviews, whether for the Winter Escape films or even Christmas, I’d love to read them! Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments below.

Blessings to You All!

Net

❤️ SHARING HIS LOVE: ❤️

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze."

~Isaiah 43:2

Hallmark Channel's New *Winter Escape* Movies -- January 2026

Get ready for a Winter Escape! New romantic comedies are coming to the Hallmark Channel in the New Year!

See what's airing this January, 2026...


HALLMARK CHANNEL:

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Lost in Paradise

Premieres Saturday January 3 8/7c

Starring Lacey Chabert and Ian Harding

When the founder of a high-end fashion company gets marooned on an "deserted" island with a chef, romance blossoms as they work together to survive.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 Lost in Paradise is 1 giant barrel of laughs! -Maria

🎬 I am here to add my review of the newest Hallmark movie "Lost in Paradise". Let me start out by saying there were a few times we had to suspend reality but overall it was a fantastic movie. There was so much goodness to savor. Great scenery, funny dialog, amazing chemistry, good plot and a few twists quite honestly I did not expect. Ian should be the lead more often. He is handsome, easygoing and seriously great in this movie. So charming! He and Lacey were a nice match and believable as a couple. Also, some of the supporting cast was very good too. I will definitely watch it again with my hubby.~Joan

🎬 Lost in Paradise- just watched today and loved it! Lacey was perfect for the role-so genuine, and fun. I had thought they might make her character rich/uptight but she they really gave her depth and a sweet heart. I can't imagine anyone better for it-humor and heart. The male lead was also great in my opinion and loved them together. It's actually a re-watch for me which is saying a lot! ~LR (aka Lizzy)

🎬 Aside from Lost in Paradise being completely unrealistic with that impossible emergency landing and rafting in the storm to find another island 😂 it was a cute movie! I really enjoy Ian (I first watched him in Pretty Little Liars on ABC family when I was a teen) and the location was a fun one for them I’m sure! ~Paula

🎬 I loved "Lost in Paradise" I recorded it and have watched it several times. ~Namegirl

🎬 I also enjoyed Lost in Paradise! I thought it was such a fun watch! The banter & chemistry with Lacey Chabert & Ian Harding was top-notch! This could be my favorite rom-com for the year. I also loved Lacey's fashions, even while stranded on the island, and her doggie is sooo cute! Overall, this movie is family-friendly, entertaining, and will leave you smiling! ~Net


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A Melbourne Match

Premieres Saturday January 10 8/7c

Starring Mallory Jansen and Ryan Corr

Georgie, a travel writer, travels to Melbourne for an assignment where she meets Zach, an Australian ex-footballer who agrees to be her tour guide and shows her that there's more to life than work.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 A Melbourne Match is so wonderful! –Maria

🎬 A Melbourne Match is such a great, heartwarming movie. The location, the actors, the story. Everything was just great. I like travel movies. Australia is such an interesting country. I liked the actors. I found out that Ryan Corr is from Melbourne, so he was in his element. I like Mallory Jansen and, btw, she's the writer of the movie, and you can feel how much she enjoys playing her role. And I enjoyed watching the movie. ~Oksanka

🎬 "A Melbourne Match" was so great! The location was stunning. The leads had amazing chemistry. The story was also good and not your typical overused plot. I think Mallory did a wonderful job, on the script she penned. She is a really lovely actress and the camera just adores her. She is stunning! Anyway, January movies, are so much fun, because I get to sit back and enjoy traveling to far away places without leaving the comfort of my couch! LOL ~Joan

🎬 I did watch the Mallory Jenson one, but I honestly deleted it after about 20 min….she just always falls so flat for me! But I may go and record it again since some on here have loved it! ~Paula

🎬 A Melbourne Match – This one just wasn’t quite a perfect match for me, though there were definitely things I liked. Mallory Janson was super sweet and likable, and she brought such warmth to her character, Georgie. At times, though, Georgie seemed very unsure of herself, and I found myself wishing she had a little more confidence.

The leads did have some nice chemistry; however, Zach came across as a bit pushy. Sure, we all need encouragement, but since she was a complete stranger to him, it just felt odd that he was pushing her into doing things – beyond her comfort zone.

Also, when Georgie and Zach first meet he is late picking her up at the airport because his father was supposed to be the one doing so and couldn’t be there, and Zach had to fill in, even though he was busy on another job. Yet later on, when she asks him to show her around, he suddenly seems to have endless free time to be her personal tour guide for several days. It just didn’t quite add up for me. What happened to his other job?

That said, Australia is a lovely backdrop for the movie, and the koala is absolutely adorable. And, I must admit, I loved when Zach called her Georgie-girl! That was very endearing and sweet! Overall, it’s still a pleasant, lighted-hearted watch and family-friendly. ~Net


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Love on the Amazon

Premieres Saturday January 17 8/7c

Starring Jaicy Elliott and Rafael de la Fuente

Gabby travels to the Amazon to reach her sister, a researcher, and meets a rugged riverboat Captain named Ryder.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 I thought Love on the Amazon was terrible, very badly acted and a very interesting plot. I haven’t loved any of the winter escape movies so far, but this was the worst, I’m hoping the last two will be better ~Anonymous

🎬 I actually liked the Love on the Amazon one. HOWEVER, I totally agree with you. They are doing way too many films (in my opinion) with out of the US locations. I find the ones with characters with heavy accents hard to understand. The foreign customs are a little interesting but I'd prefer them to be set in the USA somewhere (yes, I know they are filmed in Canada but that's okay too.) ~Anonymous


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Caught by Love

Premieres Saturday January 24 8/7c

Starring Rachael Leigh Cook and Luke Macfarlane

While on a journey of self-discovery, a resort guest gets swept into an undercover investigation for stolen jewels that turns into an unexpected and adventurous romance.

Movie Review:

🎬 Caught by Love was a cute movie. Rachel and Luke had very good chemistry, but Luke usually has great chemistry with all his leads. Story line is definitely different and kept me guessing who the "buyer" was until the end. Comical at times too! ~ Joyce in Carolina

🎬 Caught by Love – This movie was super fun! I loved how Rachael Leigh Cook’s character, Annie, got unexpectedly wrapped up in helping to solve a mystery! Rachael is always sweet, expressive, and so likeable. And her vacation wardrobe in this movie was stylish and colorful… perfectly suited for the beautiful resort setting.

Annie and the undercover detective Jake start out with an easy-going friendship that leads to sparks along the way as they unravel clues and narrow down suspects connected to the missing necklace. It was especially nice that the mystery revolved around stolen jewelry and not a murder.

One bit of caution: This movie does take place at a vacation resort, so there are scenes with women in swimsuits and men shirtless in shorts. It’s not excessive, but just wanted to mention it – in case it was of concern to anyone here.

Overall, it is a very fun romantic-comedy with lots of mystery – which made it delightful, intriguing, and lightheartedly suspenseful to watch. ~Net


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Missing the Boat

Premieres Saturday January 31 8/7c

Starring Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha

Strangers Kelly and Parker both end up on the same Italian cruise, but after missing the boat during a stop, they're forced to team up and race across southern Italy to catch up.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 Missing the Boat did not disappoint! It's laugh out loud funny at times. My husband even liked this one and laughed right along with me. Great acting and chemistry between Kris and Emilie which I was not surprised to see. Story line is different which is refreshing. Joyce in Carolina

🎬 Missing the Boat-
My two favorite Comedies of all time:
1938- Bringing up Baby
1944- Arsenic and old Lace
Emilie & Kristoffer were Brilliant in this movie ♥️♥️
The acting, the screenplay, scenery, supporting cast were just phenomenal.
My expectations for a reunion after 10 year's far exceeded my hopes. ~ Kathy♥️Texas

🎬 We loved Missing the Boat too! Winter Escape finished with the best movie. Kris & Emilie have great chemistry once again just like their Christmas movie. Christie

🎬 "Missing the Boat" was delightful!!! The leads were so good together. I liked Kristoffer Polaha, and Emilie Ullerup. I loved Kris' comment on I have was born to ride a Vespa. ~Namegirl

🎬 Missing the Boat- So I love storylines like this, where so many things happen as they are trying to make it home. And I love both actors individually, just together idk they seemed more like cousins to me. I think it was a fun watch, I would watch it again, but not a top romantic comedy I would try to catch every year. ~Paula

🎬 I haven't enjoyed a movie as much as I enjoyed Missing The Boat in a LONG TIME. Like many said, it is laugh out loud funny.

The part where they are at the "Dr" for his back, I died laughing when he is sitting there for so long and then says "so are you going to look at my back?". I mean KP is just hilarious and this movie was made for KP and Emelie. They were just so funny and great together. I never wanted them to get back on the boat.

Now, of course, it would not be a Hallmark movie if there weren't some just really bad and unrealistic things. Take that storm for instance, they could not get on the boat cause of a thunderstorm? Really????

And seriously, the guy who was Parkers boss, was about the worst actor I have ever seen. There were pretty much 4 people in the movie, Parker, Kelly, Parkers sis, and his boss. There wasn't any better of an actor to play the boss? He was terrible, I am sorry. But it was distracting to say they least, when he was on.

And BTW, they are on a cruise, and there were at least 2 or 3 places that it was just Kelly, or just the sis, and NOBODY around for miles on the boat. Really???? At one point, the boss and sister were at the pool on the boat, and there was like 2 other people. I do not know what cruise that is, but when I went, there were lots of people in or at the pool.

But other than those few things, I forgot I was watching a Hallmark movie. When Kris and Emelie were on, and interacting with others off the boat, it was so good. I saved and will watch again.

What was even better for me, I wasn't even thinking about Kris and Emelie when they were together in Hearts of Christmas. Its so hard when pairs have been together in other movies, to not compare, but it was like these 2 were 2 different people, and thats good acting. I just loved this movie. Sabrina

🎬 Missing the Boat was really cute. -Maria

🎬 "Missed the Boat" was another favorite of mine I liked Emilie and Kristoffer. They need to make another movie together. Just enough slapstick to get a chuckle out of me. ~Namegirl

🎬 Missing the Boat is such a delightful movie and when you have a pairing like Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha, you pretty much know - it's going to be good!

Of course, as the title suggests, they miss the boat, and watching them try to catch it again, is such a fantastic, comical trip!

The only scene I didn't love - was when Emilie's character takes Kristoffer's to this new-age type woman for help with his aching back. The woman says she isn't new-age, but then I noticed the usual idol statues around which I didn't love - so I fast-forwarded that part.

Without that scene, I thought it was most fun - a great watch!

I also thought it was nice that a certain character who makes a mistake, ends up showing remorse and asks for forgiveness. That was a really nice extra detail to this romantic-comedy. ~Net


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Please share your thoughts on the new movies in comments below! Stay tuned for the posters and images for each movie listed above.

Happy movie-watching, 

Net

*images via: Hallmark Media

🎄 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.'

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

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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,

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