TCA NEWS: Hallmark Channel's FALL HARVEST and COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS 2018! #TCA18

Hallmark Press Release:

HALLMARK CHANNEL

ANNOUNCES ALL-NEW PROGRAMMING

EVERY WEEKEND OF 2018

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Network Announces Return of Popular Franchises “Fall Harvest” and Award-Winning “Countdown to Christmas”

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2018 – Hallmark Channel, the country’s leading provider of family-friendly entertainment, stakes its claim as the weekend destination for all-new, original programming every Saturday and Sunday for the remainder of 2018. The new offering features six autumnal-themed premieres as part of the network’s highly rated “Fall Harvest” event, as well as 22 new, original holiday movies premiering during the #1 “Countdown to Christmas” slate. The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ bi-annual Television Critics Association Press Tour.

“Fall Harvest” kicks off Saturday, September 22, and features celebrated favorites including the third installment of the “All of My Heart” movie series starring Lacey Chabert (“Mean Girls,” “Party of Five”) and Brennan Elliott (“Unreal”). The season culminates with the network’s longest-running movie franchise “Good Witch Halloween” starring Catherine Bell (“Army Wives,” “JAG”), Bailee Madison (“The Fosters”) and James Denton (“Devious Maids,” “Desperate Housewives”).

The network’s highly rated “Countdown to Christmas” franchise features 22 movies, including network debuts by world-renowned country artists LeAnn Rimes and Kellie Pickler. As cable’s #1 holiday destination, Hallmark Channel will continue to bring holiday cheer and the spirit of the season to families across the nation.

“While competitors try to enter the holiday landscape, we continue to dominate and own Christmas programming,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “We will continue on our promise to deliver the high-quality, seasonal content that is at the heart of our brand.”

Last year, the six 2017 “Fall Harvest” movie premieres combined to reach more than 11.7 million unduplicated total viewers and delivered the #1 movie of the week for five consecutive weeks. In 2017, Q4 was Hallmark Channel’s highest rated and most watched quarter ever in network history in total day and prime time among households, W18-49, W25-54, A18-49, A2554 and Total Viewers. Overall, “Countdown to Christmas” reached an impressive 72 million viewers.*

*Source: Nielsen Company, 9/25/17 – 12/31/17

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TCA NEWS: HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES HOLIDAY 2018 PROGRAMMING

Hallmark Press Release:

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES

ANNOUNCES ALL-NEW PROGRAMMING

FOR HOLIDAY 2018

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Network Announces Miracles of Christmas Holiday Programming Event

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2018 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, cable television’s fastest-growing network, unveiled plans for Holiday 2018 with the highly anticipated “Miracles of Christmas” holiday programming event, featuring a slate of 12 all new holiday movies airing every weekend in November and December. The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ bi-annual Television Critics Association Press Tour.

In November and December, the network will gift viewers with its holiday programming event “Miracles of Christmas,” featuring 12 compelling, new dramas that will inspire the true meaning and miracles of Christmas.

“As Hallmark Movies & Mysteries continues to gain popularity, we are expanding our programming as a response to the high demand for the content the network provides,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “We are delighted to increase our offerings with more holiday movies that will inspire viewers.”

Last year, 4Q17 was Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ highest rated and most watched ever in network history in total day and primetime among households, W18-49, W25-54, A18-49, A2554 and total viewers. For the entire holiday campaign, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries reached an impressive 43 million viewers.*

*Source: Nielsen Company, 9/25/17 – 12/31/17

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TCA NEWS: HALLMARK & Candace Cameron Bure to Celebrate ‘CHRISTMAS IN AMERICA’ #TCA18 @candacecbure @hallmarkchannel

Hallmark Press Release:

HALLMARK CHANNEL

PARTNERS WITH EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

CANDACE CAMERON BURE

TO CELEBRATE ‘CHRISTMAS IN AMERICA’

DURING COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS 2018

Credit: © 2018 Crown Media United States, LLC | Photo: Kim
Nunneley/Alexx Henry Studios, LLC.

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2018 – Hallmark Channel is in development on an allnew, one-hour special “Christmas in America” from Executive Producer Candace Cameron Bure, which will premiere during Countdown to Christmas in 2018. The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ bi-annual Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour.

“We couldn’t be happier to partner with our Queen of Christmas, Candace Cameron Bure, as we shine a spotlight on the many ways Americans around the country celebrate the season,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “We can’t wait for viewers to join us on this fun and heartfelt journey as we take them from coast to coast during the merriest time of the year.”

The special will feature footage of people from every corner of the country and all walks of life as they ring in the season and show their Christmas spirit. Outdoor festivities, Christmas lights festivals and support for charitable causes are just some of the holiday happenings highlighted in “Christmas in America.”

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TCA NEWS: DANICA McKELLAR to star in Hallmark's ‘THE MATCHMAKER MYSTERIES’

Hallmark Press Release:

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES

ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT DEAL

WITH ‘THE MILLIONAIRE MATCHMAKER®’

PATTI STANGER FOR

‘THE MATCHMAKER MYSTERIES’

STARRING DANICA McKELLAR

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2018 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is in development with Patti Stanger, star and executive producer of Bravo’s hit series “The Millionaire Matchmaker,” for “The Matchmaker Mysteries,” a new, original movie franchise with Danica Mcellar (“Wonder Years”) set to star. The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ bi-annual Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour.

McKellar will star as Patricia Sill, a professional matchmaker with a keen understanding of human nature that allows her to assess the lovelorn and successfully bring them together. When one of her carefully vetted clients becomes the prime suspect in a murder mystery, Patricia is determined to get to the truth and clear her client’s name, as well as preserve her professional reputation. As she investigates, Patricia bickers and banters with Sam Kaplan, the police officer working the case, but the growing mutual attraction between the two is no mystery.

“We couldn’t be happier to be in business with Patti Stanger, whose vast experience helping people find true love brings a unique voice to the mystery genre,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “Danica Mcellar is a proven favorite among viewers and we’re thrilled to have her team up with Patti, which we know will be a perfect match.”

An experienced, third generation matchmaker, Patti Stanger founded her company, the Millionaire’s Club, in anuary , which works with clients on an individual basis by coaching them through each stage of the dating process by providing highly tailored feedback.

“The Matchmaker Mysteries” is executive produced by Stanger, Lance H. Robbins, David Mackay and Mike Elliott.

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TCA NEWS: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to Develop New Mystery Movie with Actress Susan Lucci #TCA18 @hallmarkmovie

Hallmark Press Release:

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES
ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT DEAL
WITH EMMY® AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS
SUSAN LUCCI
FOR MYSTERY MOVIE
ON THE NETWORK

Credit: © 2018 Crown Media United States, LLC | Photo: Kim
Nunneley/Alexx Henry Studios, LLC.

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2018 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries announces development deal with Emmy® Award-winning actress Susan Lucci. The mystery movie, in which Lucci will star and executive produce, is based on the novel Charley’s Web by Joy Fielding. The mystery movie will focus on a columnist who uncovers the truth behind the crimes in the community. The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ biannual Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour.

“We are honored to begin a mystery movie partnership with television icon Susan Lucci,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “We are excited to bring her creative storytelling, enthusiasm and passion for television to our viewers and bring her perspective to the mystery genre.”

As one of the most famous faces in daytime television history, Susan Lucci has held audiences spellbound for years. In 1999, Lucci won an Emmy® Award for Best Actress and was the recipient of a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2005. Lucci has been seen in a variety of shows including “All My Children,” “Devious Maids,” “Hot in Cleveland,” “Dancing with the Stars,” “Army Wives” and “Saturday Night Live.” In 2011, Lucci released her New York Times bestselling autobiography All My Life. In addition to television, Lucci has performed on Broadway and has become a successful entrepreneur launching a variety of beauty products. Lastly, Lucci has a tireless commitment to humanitarian efforts.

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