The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! W Network has just released its schedule for this year’s Countdown to Christmas which features 28 new movies and six series beginning Friday, October 17! See all the details below!
As expected, the lineup here looks a bit different. In addition to some different dates, we have three movies included that are not part of Hallmark Channel’s slate (Rodeo Christmas Romance, The Christmas Cookbook, A Christmas Flame) and are missing two movies airing in the US (We Met in December, The Christmas Baby) so stay tuned for news of where and when those titles might air in Canada!
2025 Countdown to Christmas Movies:
Season’s Greetings from Cherry Lane
Hallmark+ (2024)
Friday, October 17 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Jonathan Bennett, Annabelle Borke, Corey Cott, Sarah Dugdale, Shannon Kook & Vincent Rodriguez III
In 1951, things don’t go as planned when a doctor tries make Christmas special for his wife before being deployed to Korea. In 2003, a newly married couple hosts both sets of in-laws for Christmas for the first time. In 2024, Mike and Zain struggle to keep their Christmas surprises for one another a secret.
A Royal Montana Christmas
Saturday, October 18 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Fiona Gubelmann & Warren Christie
An undercover princess seeking an escape from royal life finds herself on a ranch Montana.
A Christmas Angel Match
Sunday, October 19 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Meghan Ory & Benjamin Ayres
Christmas angels Monica and Michael must find a way to work together in order to achieve their mission and ensure Daisy and Patrick fall in love before Christmas.
Happy Holidays from Cherry Lane
Hallmark+ (2024)
Friday, October 24 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Benjamin Ayres, Catherine Bell, James Denton, Erica Durance, Julie Gonzalo & Ryan Rottman
In 1960, a couple has to navigate complicated family dynamics during the holidays after taking in one of their fathers. In 1998, Regina and Nelson first meet when they are stuck together during a blizzard on Christmas Eve. In 2015, a woman planning her sister’s last-minute Christmas Eve wedding discovers the officiant is her old her high school sweetheart.
Merry Christmas Ted Cooper
Saturday, October 25 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Kimberley Sustad & Robert Buckley
A weatherman returns to his hometown for the holidays and reconnects with his former high school crush.
Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane
Hallmark+ (2024)
Sunday, October 26 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: John Brotherton, Erin Cahill, Brooke D’Orsay, Chelsea Hobbs, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Sam Page & Matt Dusk
In 1966, a man’s holiday plans are upended when a neighbor wins a Christmas Eve broadcast live from her house using his address. In 1981, John and Lizzie realize this will be their last Christmas on Cherry Lane after he gets a job offer in Michigan and she learns she is pregnant. In 2000, two best friends develop feelings for each other as they try to determine who is responsible for a series of random acts of kindness.
Rodeo Christmas Romance
Friday, October 31 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Rebecca Dalton & Corey Sevier
A rodeo bronc rider clashes with a veteran while she is ranch-sitting over the holidays.
Christmas on Duty
Saturday, November 1 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Janel Parrish & Parker Young
Longtime rivals who once trained together are forced to team up for a special mission when a snowstorm prevents Christmas gifts from being delivered to base.
A Newport Christmas
Sunday, November 2 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Ginna Claire Mason & Wes Brown
Ella, a Newport socialite from 1905, finds herself transported to the present where she falls for sailor and Newport historian Nick. Despite her reluctance to return, she must find a way back before her time in the present jeopardizes her legacy and the course of Newport’s history.
Christmas Above the Clouds
Saturday, November 8 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Erin Krakow & Tyler Hynes
Three spirits and a surprise reunion with her ex lead a workaholic CEO to confront her past, present and future.
A Keller Christmas Vacation
Sunday, November 9 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Jonathan Bennett, Brandon Routh & Eden Sher
The Keller family, including the parents and their three adult children, take a European river cruise over the holidays.
Three Wisest Men
Saturday, November 15 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker & Margaret Colin
The Brenner brothers are back for another unforgettable Christmas in this third installment of the movie franchise.
Tidings for the Season
Sunday, November 16 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Tamera Mowry-Housley & B.J. Britt
A cynical news anchor’s life changes when he meets a young aspiring journalist and his single mom.
Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story
Saturday, November 22 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Holland Roden & Matthew Daddario
Lifelong friends Morgan and Gabe just might find more than they are looking for when they set out to uncover the secret benefactor who helped her uncle many years ago.
Melt My Heart This Christmas
Sunday, November 23 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Laura Vandervoort & Stephen Huszar
Sparks unexpectedly fly between glassblower Holly, who has just landed a dream job assisting her idol at a renowned Christmas market, and the uptight event manager Jack.
The Christmas Cookbook
(Previously The X-Mas Club)
Thursday, November 27 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Ashley Newbrough & Franco Lo Presti
Veronica joins The X-Mas Club, a holiday foodie group, and finds an unexpected connection with the club’s founder Cullen. (Based on the book The X-mas Club by Lenora Worth)
The More the Merrier
Friday, November 28 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Rachel Boston & Brendan Penny
Two doctors find themselves snowed in at a small rural hospital on Christmas Eve.
A Grand Ole Opry Christmas
Saturday, November 29 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Nikki DeLoach & Kristoffer Polaha
Featuring music by Brad Paisley
Gentry distanced herself from music after losing her father, country music icon Jett Woods, but when the Grand Ole Opry invites her to honor him at their centennial celebration, a little Christmas magic helps her reconnect with her father and find some creative inspiration.
Christmas at the Catnip Café
Sunday, November 30 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Erin Cahill & Paul Campbell
California marketing exec Olivia inherits half a cat café in upstate New York and makes a deal with veterinarian and co-owner Ben to help with fundraising events in exchange for a quick sale.
The Snow Must Go On
Wednesday, December 3 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Heather Hemmens & Corey Cott
Isaiah, a struggling Broadway performer, visits his family for the holidays and finds himself directing the local high school Christmas production.
An Alpine Holiday
Thursday, December 4 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Ashley Williams, Laci Mailey & Julien Samani
Two estranged sisters reunite for a trip to the French Alps at Christmas as their grandmother’s last wish.
She’s Making a List
Saturday, December 6 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Lacey Chabert & Andrew Walker
Naughty or Nice inspector Isabel is assigned to evaluate mischievous 11-year-old Charlie but things get complicated when she finds herself falling for his widowed father Jason.
Single on the 25th
Sunday, December 7 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Lyndsy Fonseca & Daniel Lissing
After her family cancels Christmas, Nell spends the holiday alone in Chicago and finds an unexpected connection with her neighbor Cooper.
The Christmas Cup
Thursday, December 11 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Rhiannon Fish & Ben Rosenbaum
Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt returns home for the holidays and finds herself teaming up with Fire Captain Quinn Stokley in the annual Christmas Cup against a rival town.
A Suite Holiday Romance
Saturday, December 13 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Jessy Schram & Dominic Sherwood
Sabrina lands the job of a lifetime as a ghostwriter for the memoir of famous art dealer Grayson Westcott but things get complicated during her stay at the Plaza when she meets Ian who she believes is a British lord.
Oy to the World!
Sunday, December 14 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Brooke D’Orsay & Jake Epstein
Two youth choir directors who are former high school rivals team up when a water line break at Temple Beth Am leads the members to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church.
A Make or Break Holiday
Saturday, December 20 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Hunter King & Evan Roderick
Liv and Daniel pretend to still be a couple and host their families for Christmas as originally planned.
A Christmas Flame
Sunday, December 21 at 8pm ET/PT
Starring: Kat Barrell & Humberly González
Holiday Series:
Finding Mr. Christmas (Season 2 Premiere)
Monday, October 27 at 8pm ET/PT
Eight-episode series; one episode airing weekly
Jonathan Bennett hosts another season of the hit reality series to find Hallmark’s next leading man.
Baked With Love: Holiday (Series Premiere)
Monday, October 27 at 9pm ET/PT
Eight-episode series; one episode airing weekly
Tamera Mowry-Housley hosts a holiday baking competition where ten pairs of family bakers compete to win a cash prize.
Ready, Set, Glow! (Series Premiere)
Tuesday, November 4 at 8pm ET/PT
Three-episode series; one episode airing weekly
Join host Wes Brown as he visits spectacular holiday lights displays and shares the stories and people behind them.
Mistletoe Murders (Season 2 Premiere)
Friday, November 7 at 8pm ET/PT
Six-episode series; two back-to-back episodes airing weekly
Head back to Fletcher’s Grove for Season 2 of the holiday mystery series starring Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney.
Christmas at Sea (Docuseries Premiere)
Tuesday, November 25 at 8pm ET/PT
Four-episode series; one episode airing weekly
Set sail with Hallmark superfans aboard Hallmark’s inaugural Christmas Cruise from Miami to Nissau.
Twelve Dates ‘Til Christmas (Series Premiere)
Friday, December 5 at 8pm ET/PT
Six-episode series; two back-to-back episodes airing weekly
Set in the small English village of Blexford, the series based on the novel by Jenni Bayliss stars Mae Whitman, Mary McDonnell and Jane Seymour and follows textile designer Kate whose best friend signs her up for a holiday-themed dating service.
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