Hallmark Christmas Movie Schedule 2025 Brings Festive Magic All Season

As the first snowflakes fall and the scent of pine drifts through the air, Hallmark Channel is once again gearing up for its 2025 Countdown to Christmas lineup. Starting October 18, the network launches its 16th year of holiday storytelling with 24 brand-new original movies—expect romance, family reunions, and plenty of festive cheer.

Hallmark Mystery is skipping its usual *Miracles of Christmas* film slate this year. But fans can still look forward to cozy marathons and familiar faces lighting up their screens.

This year’s schedule covers everything from royal romances and time-traveling socialites to football fandoms and holiday angels. There’s a little Christmas magic for just about everyone.

The Magic Begins: Hallmark’s 2025 Countdown to Christmas

Starting October 18, Hallmark kicks off ten weeks of holiday joy, running through December 21. The network’s stars—Lacey Chabert, Erin Krakow, Jonathan Bennett, Tamera Mowry-Housley, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker, and more—return with fresh stories of love, laughter, and second chances.

Each film premieres at 8 p.m. ET/PT, with encore showings and next-day streaming on Hallmark+. The lineup’s a bit smaller this year, but the stories? They’re going bigger, bolder, and deeper than before.

A Royal Montana Christmas: When Duty Meets Destiny

In *A Royal Montana Christmas*, Fiona Gubelmann plays Princess Victoria of Zelarnia, a royal who’s desperate for a break from the crown. She lands at a rustic Montana ranch and meets Huntley Blaylock, played by Warren Christie, who shows her a world far from palace life.

Together, they work to revive the ranch’s traditional Christmas Holly-Day Dance. Sparks fly, secrets slip out, and Victoria faces a choice between royal duty and new love. There’s gorgeous scenery, heartfelt moments, and, of course, that signature Hallmark twist.

A Christmas Angel Match: Heaven Sent Romance

Meghan Ory and Benjamin Ayres star as celestial matchmakers in *A Christmas Angel Match*. The story? Two angels have to unite destined lovers before Christmas Eve, but working together isn’t exactly easy for them.

They bicker, they banter, and—naturally—there’s a growing spark. With lighthearted humor, snowy escapades, and a sprinkle of divine intervention, this one’s for anyone who loves a dash of magic with their mistletoe.

Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!: A Comedy of Christmas Errors

Robert Buckley and Kimberley Sustad bring the laughs in *Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!*, where a small-town weatherman’s streak of bad holiday luck turns into a wild journey of rediscovery. Ladder falls, urgent care visits, and awkward run-ins with old flames—Ted’s determined to make this Christmas different.

It’s a must-watch for anyone who’s ever had a holiday season go off the rails. Who hasn’t?

New Adventures and Nostalgic Twists

This year, Hallmark isn’t just sticking to small towns. The lineup heads to new places, tries out bold storytelling, and even dips into time travel.

From the French Alps to Newport’s busy streets, these movies bring global holiday spirit with that unmistakable Hallmark heart.

A Newport Christmas: A Journey Through Time and Love

Ginna Claire Mason and Wes Brown lead *A Newport Christmas*, a time-travel romance where a 1905 socialite is suddenly swept into 2025. Ella’s torn between her old life and a new love she never saw coming.

With period costumes, a sweeping score, and a message about following your heart, this one feels destined to be a holiday favorite.

Christmas Above the Clouds: A Modern Holiday Classic

Erin Krakow and Tyler Hynes reunite in *Christmas Above the Clouds*, a clever spin on the classic *Christmas Carol*. High-powered CEO Ella Neezer tries to escape the holidays by flying to Australia, but three spirits have other plans.

Get ready for emotional revelations, sharp banter, and the kind of chemistry that’s made Krakow and Hynes a fan-favorite duo.

A Keller Christmas Vacation: Family, Fun, and the Danube River

Jonathan Bennett, Brandon Routh, and Eden Sher headline *A Keller Christmas Vacation*, a family dramedy set on a European river cruise. The Keller siblings, each with their own struggles, try to reconnect while floating past Salzburg, Vienna, and the Danube’s sparkling Christmas markets.

It’s about family, forgiveness, and those moments that make holidays special—plus, the scenery’s pretty stunning.

Familiar Faces, Fresh Stories

Hallmark’s 2025 slate brings back some favorite characters and introduces new stories that mix humor, heart, and holiday spirit. There’s a newsroom romance, a football-themed love story, and plenty more ways to celebrate connection.

Tidings for the Season: Finding Hope in the Headlines

Tamera Mowry-Housley stars with B.J. Britt and Elijah-Justus Lewis in *Tidings for the Season*. A serious news anchor learns the power of positivity from a young fan and his single mom.

As he shifts from hard news to heartwarming holiday stories, he discovers that sometimes the best headlines are the ones that change your own life. It’s sweet, a little surprising, and just the kind of story you want this time of year.

Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story

Sports fans, rejoice. *Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story* stars Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario, with real Buffalo Bills players and coaches popping in for cameos.

Set at Highmark Stadium, this film mixes football fandom with festive romance. If you love the Bills—or just love a good underdog story—this one’s got your name on it.

Three Wisest Men: The Brenners’ Final Christmas

Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, and Andrew Walker return for *Three Wisest Men*, the final chapter of the *Three Wise Men and a Baby* trilogy. The Brenner brothers are facing big changes, family chaos, and the sale of their childhood home.

They’ll have to lean on each other, laugh through the mishaps, and remember what makes the holidays matter. It’s got heart, it’s got humor—what more could you want?

More Must-Watch Movies on the 2025 Hallmark Slate

Beyond the big names, Hallmark’s 2025 schedule includes romantic comedies, family dramas, and nostalgia-fueled tales. There’s something for everyone, or at least that’s the hope.

• Melt My Heart This Christmas – A creative glassblower finds love and maybe a little redemption when her secret art is discovered at a holiday fair.
• We Met in December – A missed connection leads to a cross-city search for love in this feel-good romantic adventure.
• The Snow Must Go On – A washed-up Broadway star saves a high school Christmas musical and, in the process, finds his own encore in love.
• The More the Merrier – A snowed-in hospital delivers more than babies this Christmas—it delivers unexpected romance.
• An Alpine Holiday – Two estranged sisters try to fulfill their grandmother’s wish by recreating her first Christmas trip to the French Alps.

Final Thoughts: A Season of Joy, Love, and Tradition

Nearly 30 original premieres—Hallmark’s 2025 Countdown to Christmas lineup is honestly a gift in itself. Whether you’re into royal romances, family reunions, or those classic small-town miracles, there’s something in this year’s batch that just hits right.

These films really capture what makes the holidays special: hope, connection, and that stubborn belief that love can pop up even when everything’s frozen solid outside. So yeah, grab some cocoa, snuggle up under your favorite blanket, and let Hallmark pull you into a world where every night feels a little extra merry.