Best New Holiday Movies to Stream for Cozy Christmas Nights
It’s that magical time of year again—cozy blankets, twinkling lights, and mugs of cocoa everywhere. The ultimate holiday tradition? Curling up with a heartwarming Christmas movie, of course.
This year’s 2024 holiday movie lineup is really sparkling. Networks like Hallmark, Great American Family (GAF), Lifetime, and UPtv are rolling out a sleigh full of new films designed to melt hearts and stir nostalgia.
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Whether you love feel-good romances, family reunions, or snow-dusted adventures, these premieres are here to deliver the joy and laughter you crave. So grab your remote—and maybe a box of tissues—because these festive flicks could make your holiday season unforgettable.
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Great American Family: Cozy Romances and Hometown Magic
The Great American Family channel is serving up a delightful batch of small-town charm and heartfelt connections this season. Each story sparkles with warmth and a dash of Christmas magic.
Big-City Realtor Meets Her Match
Grace, a big-city realtor, returns home for the holidays determined to help her local real estate office hit a sky-high goal. But things get interesting when she clashes—and connects—with a handsome photographer lending a hand.
As the snow falls and tempers cool, Grace starts to realize that success might not be measured in sales, but in second chances. Premieres November 30.
Yuletide Potluck and a Second Chance at Love
Beth heads home to help her parents host their beloved Yuletide Potluck for veterans and military families. She unexpectedly reunites with a man she went on a blind date with twenty years ago.
What started as an awkward encounter might just turn into the love story she never saw coming. Debuts December 6.
A Castle, a Legacy, and a Holiday Romance
Alice travels to an old English castle to honor a WWII nurse’s legacy. She finds herself captivated by the castle’s dashing owner—and maybe a timeless love that transcends generations. Premieres December 7.
The Prince and the Dog Tag
What happens when a royal sets off on a quest to find a woman and her dog after a magical encounter? In this modern fairy tale, a charming prince trades a glass slipper for a dog tag in his search for true love.
Starring Jonathan Stoddard and Brittany Underwood, this festive romance promises royal enchantment and plenty of heart. Premieres December 14.
Catch all these Great American Family premieres on cable services like DIRECTV or through streaming platforms such as Sling TV, Fubo, Philo, and Hulu + Live TV. You can also enjoy live and on-demand content through the network’s own streaming hub, GFam+.
Lifetime: Love, Laughter, and a Little Holiday Drama
Lifetime is turning up the romance this December with a lineup that blends heartfelt storytelling and just the right amount of festive intrigue. These films are tailor-made for anyone who loves a holiday movie with a dash of destiny and a sprinkle of holiday magic.
The Lucky Sleigh Bell
On New Year’s Eve, Andi receives a lucky sleigh bell from a mysterious stranger. Years later, she shares the story with a radio host, inspiring listeners to help her track down the man who started it all.
What follows is a journey of hope, serendipity, and rediscovered love. Premieres December 5.
The X-Mas Club
Newly single Veronica joins The X-Mas Club, a group of food-loving singles celebrating independence and friendship. But when she meets Cullen, the club’s charming founder, she learns that the true recipe for happiness might just be love.
Starring Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti, this cozy romance debuts December 5.
Bringing Back Christmas Past
Zoe returns home to visit her grandmother, only to find that cherished holiday traditions have faded with time. With the help of neighbors—and her childhood crush—she sets out to rekindle the magic of Christmas past.
When last-minute chaos threatens their plans, the community bands together to save the season. Premiering December 6.
Diary of a Holiday Romance
Marie’s holiday speed-dating adventure takes a surprising twist when she accidentally swaps diaries with a stranger. Her quest to retrieve her journal turns into a charming love story written by fate itself.
Starring Emily Alatalo and Andrew Bushell, this delightful film airs December 6.
Watch Lifetime’s festive lineup via cable, satellite, or streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, or Philo.
Hallmark Channel: The Gold Standard of Holiday Cheer
No one does Christmas quite like Hallmark. This year, they’re delivering a sleigh full of new movies that capture the heart, humor, and hope of the holidays.
From military heroes to holiday consultants, these stories promise to make even the grinchiest viewer believe again. Or at least crack a smile.
The Christmas Cup
Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt returns home with an injury and joins forces with Fire Captain Quinn Stokley to lead their town’s team in the Christmas Cup. As they train together, sparks fly—and not just from the bonfire. Premieres November 30.
Naughty or Nice: The Consulting Firm
When Santa outsources the naughty-or-nice list to a consulting firm, inspector Isabel finds herself torn between duty and heart after meeting a mischievous child and his charming father. Can she follow her heart without breaking the rules? Debuts December 6.
A Ghostwriter’s Holiday in New York
Sabrina, a struggling writer, lands a dream ghostwriting job for an art dealer and finds herself swept into a case of mistaken identity with a man posing as British royalty. Between twinkling lights and city adventures, love blooms in unexpected ways. Premieres December 13.
Hanukkah Meets Christmas
When a synagogue and church share space after a water line break, two rival choir directors must collaborate on a joint holiday service. As they work together, they discover that harmony isn’t just for music—it’s for the heart. Airs December 14.
Stream Hallmark movies through Hulu, Peacock, YouTube TV, or watch on-demand via Hallmark Movies Now and the free Hallmark Movies & More channel on Pluto TV.
UPtv: Faith, Family, and Festive Surprises
UPtv rounds out the holiday lineup with heartfelt stories about love, loss, and the power of community. These films are perfect for anyone who believes that faith and family are the true gifts of the season.
Checking Off Mom’s Christmas List
After losing her mother, a grieving daughter discovers a list of twelve holiday wishes her mom wanted her to complete. With the help of a kind stranger, she begins to heal, finding love and joy along the way.
Starring Sarah Power and Jarod Joseph, this touching story premieres November 29.
A Holiday Whodunit
Vera, an editor who moonlights as a consulting detective, joins a wealthy family for the holidays—only to find herself in the middle of a Christmas morning murder mystery. Can she solve the case before another tragedy strikes? Premieres December 7.
Home for the Holidays
When Becca’s brother-in-law is injured on an oil rig, she teams up with a PR agent to bring him home for Christmas. But as their mission unfolds, Becca begins to question his true motives—and her own heart. Airs December 14.
A Billionaire’s Christmas Deal
Georgia, a teacher planning a Christmas showcase, agrees to pretend to be the girlfriend of a billionaire’s son in exchange for a new community center. What starts as a business arrangement soon turns into a heartfelt performance neither expected. Debuts December 21.
Watch UPtv through DIRECTV STREAM, Philo, or via the UP Faith & Family app on Amazon Prime Video. You can also use the My UPtv app to catch previews and set reminders for upcoming films.
Get Ready for the Merriest Movie Marathon Ever
This holiday season, four beloved networks are rolling out a sleigh-full of heartwarming premieres. It’s honestly shaping up to be one of the most magical lineups I’ve seen in a while.
Craving a snow-dusted romance? Or maybe you’re after a cozy family reunion, or even a festive mystery.
There’s something for everyone, really—a story just waiting to light up your screen and maybe even your spirit.
Go ahead, grab your cocoa. Fluff up that blanket and settle in.
Streaming your way into a season of love, laughter, and joy sounds pretty good right about now, doesn’t it?
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