Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas Movies Start TONIGHT!

By Leslie | Staff Writer
Oct 16, 2026 @ 6:37 AM MDT

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It’s officially time for Hallmark Christmas movies! 🎄 The Hallmark Channel kicks off its Countdown to Christmas TONIGHT, October 16th, with brand-new holiday movies premiering every weekend through December 20th!

The countdown features all-new movies every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8 PM EST, and the rest of the week will be packed full of returning fan favorites. Miss a premiere? You can catch the new movies the next day on Hallmark+!

Prepare to snuggle up with a blanket, hot cocoa, comfort food, and some heartwarming films.

Check out the full 2026 Hallmark Christmas movie schedule below::

hallmark movie schedule

Did you know you can also use your phone to check off Hallmark Christmas movies from your watch list? Just download the Hallmark Movie Checklist App & widgets for your phone, and let the binge-watching begin!

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About the writer:

With a bachelor’s degree in communication and political science, Leslie has over 12 years of experience in the deal industry as a content writer and editor.

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  1. Kelly

    Great American Family has a great line up this year!!!

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    • Jessica (Hip Sidekick)

      🎄❤️ Good to know of another channel to keep watch for. Appreciate you sharing, Kelly!

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  2. Mary

    I love the Hallmark+ channel. Thanks for the list. Can’t wait to watch them all! The checklist app is going to come in handy so thank you for sharing it.

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    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      You’re SO very welcome, Mary! Enjoy!

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  3. Allison Aplet

    Good morning, any idea when a deal for Hallmark+ might be coming out?

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    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Yes! You can catch the new movies the next day on Hallmark+!

      Reply

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