Top Hallmark Christmas Movies Set in Maine Ranked

When winter settles in, there’s nothing quite like curling up with cocoa and a Hallmark Christmas movie. This year, though, there’s an extra treat for New Englanders and holiday movie fans — a bunch of Hallmark’s most beloved Christmas films are set right here in Maine.

From real-life coastal towns like Bristol to made-up places like North Bay and St. Ives, these snow-dusted stories bring the Pine Tree State’s magic right into your living room. If you’re after nostalgia, romance, or just a bit of small-town holiday wonder, this season’s Hallmark Christmas movies set in Maine have something for just about everyone.

Let’s unwrap eight films that capture what a Maine Christmas really feels like — and maybe see which one deserves the top spot on your nice list.

8. Nostalgic Christmas — A Heartwarming Return to North Bay

In Nostalgic Christmas, Anne heads back to her hometown of North Bay, Maine, to help her dad close his toy store and retire from wood-carving. What starts as a bittersweet goodbye turns into something more when she teams up with Keith, a charming widower, to co-chair the town’s Christmas celebration.

As snow falls and memories resurface, Anne has to ask herself — is her future still in New York, or has it been waiting for her in North Bay all along?

IMDb rating: 6.3
Where to watch: Pluto TV, PLEX, Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+

7. The Wishing Tree — Magic, Lessons, and Second Chances

Set at a Maine boarding school, The Wishing Tree follows Professor Evan Farnsworth, who stays behind during Christmas break to teach the handful of students left on campus. When one student’s antics threaten his job, a mysterious tree covered in handwritten wishes starts to work its magic, pulling the group together in unexpected ways.

IMDb rating: 6.3
Where to watch: PLEX, Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+, and Hallmark Channel on December 25 at 4 a.m.

6. Christmas Amnesia in Bedford Harbor — Rediscovering Love and Self

This one follows Lucy, who heads home to fictional Bedford Harbor, Maine, after a breakup and a bout of amnesia. As she helps organize the town’s Christmas festivities, Lucy slowly rediscovers herself — and maybe even finds love again.

IMDb rating: 6.5
Where to watch: Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+

5. Cranberry Christmas — Love, Legacy, and Holiday Harvests

Set in Bristol, Maine, Cranberry Christmas tells the story of Dawn and Gabe, a couple who’ve quietly separated but have to pretend everything’s fine to save the town’s beloved Cranberry Festival. As they work together on both the festival and their family’s cranberry farm, old feelings start to bubble up.

IMDb rating: 6.5
Where to watch: Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+

4. Let It Snow — A Corporate Grinch Meets a Maine Wonderland

In Let It Snow, Candace Cameron Bure plays Stephanie, a tough resort executive sent to overhaul Snow Valley Lodge, a rustic Maine getaway her dad’s company just bought. With Christmas Eve looming and a rugged local named Brady challenging her every move, Stephanie faces a choice: stick to her corporate plan or open up to the magic of the holidays.

IMDb rating: 6.7
Where to watch: Philo, Prime Video with add-on

3. A Novel Noel — A New Story Begins in St. Ives

One of Hallmark’s newest, A Novel Noel (2024) introduces us to a burnt-out book editor from New York who takes a temp job at a cozy bookstore in the fictional St. Ives, Maine. Surrounded by pine, cocoa, and endless shelves, she finds her creative spark again — and maybe romance with the bookstore owner’s son, who’s both charming and a little infuriating.

IMDb rating: 6.7
Where to watch: Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+

2. Fallen Angel — Coming Home to Heal

Fallen Angel takes a more serious turn, following LA lawyer Terry as he returns to Maine after his estranged father’s death. Haunted by regrets, he reconnects with a woman from his past and starts to rediscover what family and forgiveness really mean.

IMDb rating: 7.0
Where to watch: PLEX, Prime Video premium, Hallmark+, and Hallmark Channel on December 29 at 2 a.m.

1. Time for Them to Come Home for Christmas — The Maine Miracle

At the top of the list is Time for Them to Come Home for Christmas, a heartfelt story about a woman with amnesia who sets off from a hospital in Covington, Maine, heading to a Christmas tree lighting in South Carolina. Along the way, she pieces together her identity and discovers what belonging really means.

IMDb rating: 7.2
Where to watch: Prime Video with add-on, Hallmark+

Why Maine Makes the Perfect Hallmark Setting

Maine in winter? It’s got a magic all its own. Snowy pines, cozy cottages by the sea, and that close-knit community vibe — it feels like living in a storybook sometimes, doesn’t it?

Hallmark’s love affair with Maine isn’t just about the scenery. It’s about the spirit. There’s a warmth and simplicity here that just fits the Hallmark brand — a place where love, nostalgia, and a little holiday magic always seem to cross paths.

Key Reasons Maine Shines on Screen

• Authentic small-town charm — From Bristol’s cranberry farms to made-up harbor towns, Maine nails that close-knit feel.
• Natural winter beauty — Snowy woods and coastal views set the perfect stage for a little romance or reflection.
• Timeless storytelling — Each film weaves together love, family, and rediscovery with just the right amount of holiday sparkle.

How to Watch These Maine Holiday Favorites

Most of these are on Hallmark+ and Prime Video with add-on. Some stream for free on PLEX or Pluto TV.

If you’re more into the classic experience, a few are airing on the Hallmark Channel during the holidays. So grab your softest blanket, pour a hot chocolate, and let Maine’s holiday magic take over your screen for a while.

The Final Word: A Hallmark Holiday in the Heart of Maine

Maybe it’s rekindled love in Nostalgic Christmas. Or the magic swirling in The Wishing Tree.

There’s also the emotional ride of Fallen Angel. These eight movies show that Maine isn’t just a backdrop—it kind of steals the show.

The charm, the snow, that unmistakable sense of coming home—it all blends into this cozy, slightly magical Hallmark Christmas vibe. If you’re up for it, let the twinkling lights of Maine pull you in for a binge session that might just warm up even the chilliest winter night.