Thursday, September 17, 2026
Before the final snowflake fell during last year’s Countdown to Christmas Hallmark Channel’s holiday elves were already in their workshop planning the 17th annual lineup for 2026 that boasts 10 more original movie premieres than 2025, making the total count of 34 original movies the most ever to premiere during Hallmark Channel’s yearly event. Brimming with heartfelt stories of romance, family and community ties, yuletide adventures, whimsy and – of course – the special kind of holiday joy that’s uniquely Hallmark, this year’s movie merriment kicks off on Friday, October 16 and continues 24/7 as the days to Christmas count down – and beyond!
This year’s stellar season is decked out with fan-favorite Hallmark stars, famous-but-new faces to the network who have their own special shine and three tentpole movies premiering throughout the event that make 2026 the merriest and most ambitious yet.
Want to find out about every movie and show premiering during Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas? Check out the complete list here.
And don't forget to download the 2026 Programming Guide so you won't miss a thing!
Monday, September 14, 2026
Catch a first look at the all-new original Christmas movie "Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story" starring Lyndsey Fonseca and Robert Buckley!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Mark your calendars! Hallmark Channel has announced three premiere dates for upcoming holiday movies during Countdown to Christmas!
Catch the premiere of "Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story" on Saturday, October 17 at 8/7c. The third movie installment in the series stars beloved Hallmark performers Lyndsey Fonseca and Robert Buckley.
On Saturday, November 28 at 8/7c don't miss Lacey Chabert, Travis Van Winkle and others shine in "Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True."
The second Biltmore movie "A Grand Biltmore Christmas" premieres on Saturday, December 5 at 8/7c and features stars Holland Roden, Niall Matter, Andie MacDowell, and Jonathan Frakes.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Coming to Hallmark Channel, one Christmas just isn't enough! Tyler Hynes and Laci J Mailey star in the all-new original holiday movie, "The Nights Before Christmas." Watch a first look, and stay tuned for more information!
Friday, July 10, 2026
Check out a brand new preview for the Hallmark Channel original movie, "A Grand Biltmore Christmas" starring Holland Roden, Niall Matter, Andie MacDowell and Jonathan Frakes.
More details to come about this all-new holiday movie coming this Countdown to Christmas!
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The cast members have been announced for the all-new holiday movie, "Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story."
Lyndsy Fonseca stars as Avery, Robert Buckley stars as Matt, Marsha Mason stars as Darlene, Barbara Alyn Woods stars as Jody and Khary Payton stars as Ron.
Stay tuned for more information about the third installment of the Hallmark Channel and NFL franchise collaboration!
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Check out a brand new sneak peek for "Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True" starring Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle!
Thursday, June 25, 2026
This Countdown to Christmas tune in for an all-new holiday premiere featuring the Chicago Bears!
Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story is the third all-new original movie in the successful franchise, set to premiere during 2026 during Hallmark Channel’s 17th annual Countdown to Christmas programming event. The announcement was made through a video featuring Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson and Tight End Colston Loveland. Production kicks off this summer and will film entirely at locations in and around Chicago, showcasing iconic locations, beloved traditions and the passion that surrounds one of NFL’s most storied franchises. The talent draft (aka cast) will be announced at a later date.
Stay tuned for more details!
Hallmark Media is proud to announce the renewal of fan-favorite mystery series Mistletoe Murders, returning for a third season. Sarah Drew (Grey’s Anatomy), who also serves as executive producer, stars as Emily Lane, a small-town shop owner with a secret past. The series also stars Peter Mooney (Rookie Blue) as local detective Sam Wilner. Mistletoe Murders season three will premiere during Hallmark’s annual Countdown to Christmas programming event.
Mistletoe Murders follows Emily Lane (Drew), the outwardly friendly, and optimistic shop owner of a charming, year-round Christmas-themed store, who has been harboring a big secret. Residing in the quaint tourist town of Fletcher’s Grove, Emily finds herself compelled to investigate not-so-quaint local murders. As Emily works with Detective Sam Wilner (Mooney), a smart local cop – he discovers that the bigger mystery is Emily herself. Season two ended on a thrilling cliffhanger, leaving the stakes for Emily and Sam higher than ever.
Catch up on seasons one and two of Mistletoe Murders, streaming now on Hallmark+!