🎄🏈 Did You *Catch* It? 🏈🎄 Hallmark Releases Poster, Promo, & Premiere Date for Christmas Movie, 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story'

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It's official! It's time to tackle Hallmark's Christmas movie news!

On the NFL's big game day yesterday, the Hallmark Channel released exciting news for their upcoming football-themed *Countdown to Christmas* movie, 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story,' which will star Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario!

Additionally, the cast also features more Hallmark favorites, including Andrew Walker and Patti Murin.

( images via: Hallmark Media / Patti Murin )

And football fans, be sure to look for cameos from Buffalo Bills players Damar Hamlin and Dion Dawkins.

Holland Roden, Matthew Daddario, and Andrew Walker teamed up at the Buffalo Bills game yesterday (pictured above) to promote their upcoming movie. For a while, it looked like the Bills might fall short, but in true Hallmark fashion, the day ended with a comeback and a happy ending. The team pulled off a nail-biting 41–40 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.


Here's the official movie poster for 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story,' newly released by Hallmark Media:

So, when can we expect 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' on our TV screens?

The all-new *Countdown to Christmas* movie kicks off on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 8pm/7c!


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'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' promo:




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Plus, here's the 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' official storyline via Hallmark:

"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 always been close friends, but Gabe has always held a torch for her – a fact obvious to their families (Pollan, Aaron, Schirripa)…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."


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This storyline actually brings to mind Holland Roden’s previous Hallmark Christmas movies, 'Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas' and 'Five Gold Rings.' In both of those films, her character is also on a heartfelt search and discovers love!

Stay tuned for MUCH MORE Christmas movie news!

Game on!

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🔎 June 2021 Hallmark Mystery Movie Premieres - Aurora Teagarden Mysteries & To Catch a Spy! 🔎 Get the Scoop Here:

Get ready for wedding bells and more sleuthing with an all new Aurora Teagarden Mystery, plus look for an all new mystery movie, To Catch a Spy, - this June on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries!

See all of the movie details below...

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Movie: Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Til Death Do Us Part

Premiere Date: Sunday, June 13, 2021

Starring: Candace Cameron Bure, Niall Matter and Marilu Henner

Storyline via Hallmark: Just days before Aurora’s wedding, a body is discovered, and she fears her father may be a suspect. She and Nick race to solve the cold case before they walk down the aisle.

Review:

🔎 "Aurora Teagarden: Til Death Do Us Part – What a fascinating mystery, especially since it revolved around Aurora’s father, who we finally get to meet for the first time. When he becomes one of the key persons of interest after old skeletal remains are discovered, it rattles Aurora enough to want to postpone her wedding to Nick. Can she solve this cold case before their wedding day? It’s much harder to do this time around, though, since she is so close to all of the suspects. Nick, however, is Aurora’s rock, always concerned over her thoughts and feelings. Another interesting detail, was watching Aurora’s parents together again – very sweet! Even though I figured out who-dun-it before the person was revealed, I still enjoyed watching the mystery unravel, and WEDDING SPOILER – Aurora and Nick do get married! I loved seeing the church with the crosses on the walls and the stained glass windows. Plus, it was lovely to see both parents walk Aurora down the aisle. This was definitely a family friendly movie mystery." ~Net

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Movie: To Catch a Spy

Premiere Date: Sunday, June 20, 2021

Starring: Nathalie Kelley, Colin Donnell and Patti Murin

Storyline via Hallmark: A travel writer witnesses a murder at a hotel in Malta and becomes ensnared in a web of intrigue and espionage as she tries to find the killer before the killer finds her.


Reviews:

🔎 "TO CATCH A SPY - To Catch a Spy was definitely more intense than the typical Hallmark mystery movies. It felt like it was more action-packed, which I don’t see a lot in Hallmark mystery. It kept me on the edge of my seat and engaged all throughout the movie. I liked the two leads. I enjoyed the writing and directing. The story wasn’t super realistic honestly, but the dialogue was funny, entertaining, and the mystery aspect was pretty good. I’m wondering if this is a pilot of a series or is it a single movie. I wish there will be a sequel! I want to see more of Chloe and Aaron😍" ~CH Mom

🔎 "To Catch a Spy – was thrilling and engaging! All the major and minor characters played an important role in putting the pieces of this puzzle together. Some scenes, such as the motor scooter – car chase were absolutely incredible, based on the cinematic style. I could hardly believe I was watching a Hallmark movie; it seemed like something I would see on the big screen - as we watched the scooter and black car dodge in and out of traffic, pedestrians, and around tall buildings. Thankfully, To Catch a Spy was NOT an audacious departure from the PG sort of mystery we are used to on Hallmark, but something about the movie seemed bigger and bolder. There was just a hint of romance, as the mystery itself took the full lead in this story. I enjoyed trying to figure out who-dun-it; all of the possible suspects had me guessing throughout the movie." ~Net, It's Wonderful Movie

🔎 "I have to admit based on the advance storyline I wasn't particularly looking forward to To Catch A Spy - in the event I really enjoyed it - it seemed to be a step up from Hallmark in the mystery stakes with more profound and exciting action. I wasn't that keen on Colin Donnell in Love On Iceland - in fact I would have preferred the heroine to have taken up with the Icelandic tour guide! - but here you would hardly recognise him as the same person. Basically there wasn't a romance in this but I definitely felt that in the scenes between Colin and Nathalie Kelley there was a certain frisson and I loved them together. The mystery was actually intriguing although I would agree with CH Mom that parts weren't exactly realistic and they kept us guessing right up to the end - it really could have been any of the suspects who all played their parts well. I may very well be wrong but my feeling is that this is a one-off although I wouldn't mind at all seeing a sequel. I really do think they could have given us a better ending - something as simple as when Nathalie turns down the job offer and they hug and say goodbye Aaron could say "Actually I have to attend a conference in Seattle in 6 weeks time would you like to meet up?" Chloe could answer "Yes, I'd like that" - nothing concrete but it would have given us a bit of hope! For me one of the most enjoyable Hallmark Mysteries to date." ~Anonymous

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I was so excited to see Roe (Candace Cameron Bure) finally get married in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries! See reviews for this all new mystery movie and "To Catch A Spy" above!

Please note: Typically, the mystery movies (due to violence) are best suited for ages 12 and up. If you'd like to add a review, on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments below.

Happy sleuthing! Net

*images via: Hallmark Crown Media Family Networks

NEW in JUNE - MYSTERY MOVIE "TO CATCH A SPY" on HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES...

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An all new mystery movie is heading to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark just revealed the news in a press release today. The new spy movie will star two Hallmark alums and a newcomer.


Hallmark Press Release:

NATHALIE KELLEY, COLIN DONNELL AND PATTI MURIN STAR IN AN ALL NEW ORIGINAL MYSTERY "TO CATCH A SPY" ON HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES

The new movie Premieres Sunday, June 20th at 8/7C

Nathalie Kelley ("The Baker & The Beauty"), Colin Donnell ("Chicago Med") and Patti Murin ("Chicago Med," "Chicago Fire") star in "To Catch a Spy," a new original premiering Sunday, June 20, (8p.m. ET/PT), on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

"To Catch a Spy" is produced by Agnes Bristow, Colin Azzopardi, Borga Dorter and associate producer Christopher Landry. Leif Bristow serves as executive producer. Jeff Beesley directs from a script by Rick Garman. The movie is currently filming on location in Malta.

When the newly renovated Hotel Optima in Malta has a grand reopening, Chloe (Kelley) and her team from Destination Traveler Magazine, which includes Sara, (Murin), head over to cover the travel scene in Malta. On her first night in Malta, Chloe overhears an altercation happening through the air vent of her hotel room and then sees someone fall to their death - right past her hotel window! Chloe assists the FBI agent, Aaron (Donnell), working on the case, but will they catch the killer before the killer finds them?

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Based on the info we've been given, so far, what do you think of this new mystery? Does this story grab you? Are you excited to see a different location for a mystery movie?

I must admit, the cast was quite unexpected, for me. I thought the next mystery might be Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker, so this was a surprise. To be honest, when Colin Donnell and Patti Murin (who are a real-life married couple) starred in "Love on Iceland," it felt rather odd to me that Colin's character was in love with someone else, while his actual wife, Patti, was portraying a supporting role and watching the two interact, even encouraging their relationship. I'm not sure if this one will feel any less strange, but I'll be curious to see the trailer for this movie when it comes out.

I would love to hear your thoughts in comments below.

Happy Sleuthing! Net

HALLMARK'S WINTERFEST 2020 INCLUDES LACEY CHABERT, TYLER HYNES, JILL WAGNER, VICTOR WEBSTER, CHAD MICHAEL MURRAY and MORE...

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Hallmark reveals via US Weekly Magazine -
5 All New Winterfest Movie Premieres in 2020!

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄

Winter in Vail

Starring: Lacey Chabert, Tyler Hynes

Premieres: Saturday, January 4, 2020

Los Angeles event coordinator Chelsea learns that her estranged uncle has recently passed away and left her a chalet in Vail, Colorado. After being passed up for a promotion at work, she heads to Vail and find that the chalet is in the midst of being renovated by Owen, a contractor who new her uncle. She quickly begins making friends (and maybe more!) in town — before she hears from her boss and is offered a job she’s always wanted. Chelsea starts to fall for Owen, her old boss reaches out and offers her a promotion.

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄

Winter Inn Love (Working Title)

Stars: Italia Ricci, Chad Michael Murray, Jack Turner

Premieres: Saturday, January 11, 2020

Luxury hotel manager Ally makes it to the finals on a dating show; however, even the last date is a hometown date, she finds herself reconnecting with her ex-boyfriend, while still crushing on the bachelor. Plus, her ex owns the inn the production is staying at.

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄

A Tidy Romance (Title Changing)

New Title: Hearts of Winter

Stars: Jill Wagner, Victor Webster, Rukiya Bernard

Premieres: Saturday, January 18, 2020

Local Denver interior designer Bethany is all about creative visualization and is excited to remodel one lucky winner’s home. However, when a young girl submits her widowed father and he wins, he’s unsure how he feels about a stranger coming in and redecorating their house. Bethany and Grant spend a lot of time together and quickly realize this is much more than just another job.

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄

Amazing Winter Romance (Working Title)

Stars: Jessy Schram, Marshall Williams

Premieres: Saturday, January 20, 2020

When jaded journalist Julia is sent home on non-negotiable leave, her childhood friend — who is the one who always held her in his heart, has built a giant snow maze which prompts Julia to find her way to true love.

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄

Love on Iceland

Stars: Colin Donnell, Kaitlin Doubleday, Patti Murin

Premieres: Saturday, January 25, 2020

Searching for a fresh podcast idea for work, Chloe heads on a spontaneous trip to Iceland with her college friends. She doesn’t expect to run into her ex, Charlie, but what starts as begrudgingly spending more time together, results in new beginnings for them both.

Stay cozy & warm inside this January

with all 5 of these Winterfest premieres!

Blessings! Net

❄SEE THE NEW REVISED WINTERFEST SCHEDULE - *HERE*!❄