Get your biggest mug of cocoa and your comfiest blanket at the ready — we'll be kneedeep in an overwhelming number of brand-new Hallmark Christmas movies before you can say "Phylicia Rashad."
Hallmark has just unveiled its holiday movie lineup for 2023, and it's packed with 40 heartwarming films that are sure to bring the festive cheer. This beloved annual TV movie event, known for spreading holiday magic, is set to kick off on October 20th.
31 of these delightful films will grace the Hallmark Channel as part of their Countdown to Christmas, while the remaining nine will enchant viewers on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel.
Hallmark Movies Now, the company's streaming service, is granting subscribers exclusive early access to two of these new premieres a full week before they make their network debut. Plus, the app will be streaming two of its own original movies, An Ice Palace Romance and Rescuing Christmas.
If that's not enough, app users can also enjoy extended versions of the 2022 original A Holiday Spectacular and Three Wise Men and a Baby. And for those craving a trip down memory lane, the app boasts a treasure trove of hundreds of movies from past and present years.
But here's the exciting twist this year: Countdown to Christmas is embracing international flavor with movies set in Germany, Norway, Scotland, and France. As if that weren't enough to pique your interest, Hallmark is teasing a "yuletide Easter Egg hunt" throughout the lineup. Expect surprise appearances, nods to beloved Hallmark classics, and past roles that will warm your heart.
As for the star-studded cast, 2023 welcomes some fresh faces into the Hallmark family, including talents like Chris Carmack, Erica Cerra, Jonathan Frakes, Mark Ghanimé, Humberly González, Bryan Greenberg, Rick Hoffman, Grace Leer, Vic Michaelis, Mishael Morgan, William Moseley, and the legendary Phylicia Rashad, among others.
Of course, no Hallmark holiday lineup is complete without the return of fan favorites. Look forward to seeing Tyler Hynes, Jonathan Bennett, Warren Christie, Paul Campbell, Andrew Walker, Brooke D'Orsay, Erin Cahill, Nikki DeLoach, Brennan Elliott, Dan Jeannotte, Bethany Joy Lenz, Luke Macfarlane, Ryan Paevey, and Kimberley Sustad spreading holiday joy once again. It's a star-studded affair that promises to make your holiday season merry and bright!
Here's every movie coming down the pipeline:
October 20: Checkin' It Twice
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, October 20 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Kim Matula, Kevin McGarry
Synopsis: When Calls the Heart star Kevin McGarry trades his Red Surge for a mask and kneepads in this snowy sports romance. A heartwarming tale unfolds as a hockey player, traded to his sweetheart's hometown team, discovers that love can be the most unexpected and delightful surprise of all.
October 21: Where Are You, Christmas?
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, October 21 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Lyndsy Fonseca, Michael Rady, Jim O'Heir, Julie Warner
Synopsis: It's not always rose-colored glasses for Hallmark's leading ladies. Addy's yearning for a holiday-free existence leads her into a monochrome world. With the town mechanic's help, she embarks on a quest to restore the vibrancy of Christmas and rekindle the magic she once wished away.
October 22: Under the Christmas Sky
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, October 22 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Jessica Parker Kennedy, Ryan Paevey
Synopsis: Leave it to Ryan Paevey, a self-described nerd, to make science look oh-so-cool. Esteemed astrophysicist Kat, whose space journey is derailed by an accident, is thrown into working with by-the-book David at a planetarium. Together, they embark on a mission to unveil a stellar Christmas exhibit, discovering love along the way.
October 26: Ms. Christmas Comes to Town
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, October 26 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Erica Durance, Brennan Elliott, Barbara Niven
Synopsis: A QVC infomercial, but make it Christmas. Join Ms. Christmas, a shopping channel host, on her heartwarming multi-city journey to share the joy of the season after receiving a life-altering diagnosis.
October 27: Christmas by Design
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, October 27 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Rebecca Dalton, Jonathan Keltz
Synopsis: Twice, he's played a prince in a Hallmark royal movie. But this year, Jonathan Keltz makes his Hallmark Christmas debut as a humble mechanic. Amid a festive challenge to create a holiday-themed clothing line, a fashion designer discovers the true meaning of life, love, and the magic of Christmas.
October 28: Mystic Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, October 28 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Jessy Schram, Chandler Massey, Patti Murin, William R. Moses
Synopsis: If you love the 1988 Julia Roberts-starrer Mystic Pizza, this one's for you. In Mystic, Connecticut, during the holiday season, Juniper finds love rekindling at a pizza shop as she works at a rehabilitation center and aquarium.
October 29: Joyeux Noel
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, October 29 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Jaicy Elliot, Brant Daugherty
Synopsis: Now would be a good time to acquaint yourself with Hallmark's Art Collection, one of America's longest-running corporate collections. Copy editor Lea and pragmatic reporter Mark venture to France in pursuit of the mysterious artist behind a romantic Christmas painting, embarking on a journey of discovery and love.
November 2: My Christmas Guide
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, November 2 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Amber Marshall, Ben Mehl
Synopsis: Ben Mehl, best known for his recurring role in Netflix's You, stars in this uplifting story about romantic, as well as canine, love. A college professor, grappling with vision loss, finds a special connection with a guide dog trainer, leading to a heartwarming tale of resilience and companionship.
November 3: Flipping for Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, November 3 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Ashley Newbrough, Marcus Rosner
Synopsis: This holiday romance is a tale of two renovations. Realtor Abigail's simple plan to flip an inherited home right before Christmas takes an unexpected turn when co-beneficiary Bo has a different vision, setting the stage for a festive showdown.
November 4: Never Been Chris'd
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, November 4 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Janel Parrish, Pascal Lamothe-Kipnes, Tyler Hynes
Synopsis: Would you brawl with your bestie over Tyler Hynes? Maybe. Best friends Naomi and Liz return home for the holidays and find themselves entangled in a love triangle with their high school crush, Chris Silver, rekindling sparks and stirring emotions.
November 5: The Santa Summit
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, November 5 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Hunter King, Benjamin Hollingsworth
Synopsis: Come to see Virgin River bad-boy Benjamin Hollingsworth rock a Santa suit, and stay for a delightful story of new romance. Three best friends take on the annual Santa Summit, a night when everyone restaurant-hops around town in full Kris Kringle garb.
November 9: Mystery on Mistletoe Lane
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, November 9 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Erica Cerra, Victor Webster
Synopsis: A holiday-themed mystery with longtime Hallmark star Victor Webster? We're in. When moving to a new town, Heidi and her kids discover a Christmas mystery with the help of the local handyman.
November 10: Everything Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, November 10 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Cindy Busby, Katherine Barrell, Corey Sevier, Matt Wells
Synopsis: Christmas Everything star Corey Sevier was in Hallmark's 2022 fall romance Pumpkin Everything, and if this is the beginning of a seasonal Everything cinematic universe, we're here for it! Christmas lover Lori Jo and her roommate head to Yuletide Springs for a longtime tradition to honor her late grandmother — and meet two men, Carl and Jason, along the way.
November 11: Christmas Island
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Date & Time: Saturday, November 11 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Rachel Skarsten, Andrew Walker
Synopsis: The Royal Nanny herself Rachel Skarsten teams with the king of Hallmark Christmas Andrew Walker in this delectable holiday-gone-wrong flick. After Kate's first private flight, en route to Christmas Island in Switzerland, gets diverted due to a snowstorm, she teams up with an air traffic controller to land her dream job.
November 12: A Heidelberg Holiday
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, November 12 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Ginna Claire Mason, Frédéric Brossier
Synopsis: Nashville native Ginna Claire Mason, fresh off a Broadway run as Glinda in Wicked, returns to Hallmark in this Alpine Christmas romp. Glass ornament designer Heidi heads to Germany to sell her wares at the prestigious Heidelberg Christmas Market. During her trip, she meets local artisan Lukas, who helps her reconnect with her lost heritage.
November 16: A World Record Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, November 16 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Nikki DeLoach, Lucas Bryant, Aias Dalman
Synopsis: Hallmark veteran Nikki DeLoach leads this barrier-breaking family drama. Marissa and Eric encourage their young son with autism, who is determined to set a Guinness World Record — and has the chance to do so on Christmas Eve.
November 17: Navigating Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, November 17 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Chelsea Hobbs, Stephen Huszar
Synopsis: Craving a seaside romance? Look no further than Navigating Christmas. Melanie, recently divorced, embarks on a Christmas journey to a remote island with her son. There, she forms a heartwarming connection with the owner of a charming lighthouse.
November 18: A Merry Scottish Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, November 18 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Lacey Chabert, Scott Wolf
Synopsis: Lacey Chabert, Hallmark's most prolific Christmas movie actress, reunites with her Party of Five co-star Scott Wolf in this family drama brimming with plaid, castles and, of course, whisky. Siblings Lindsay and Brad, who have grown apart, set off on a Scottish adventure to reunite with their estranged mother during the holiday season.
November 19: Holiday Hotline
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Date & Time: Sunday, November 19 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Emily Tennant, Niall Matter
Synopsis: We would also like an emergency hotline for those Christmas dinner disasters. Leaving behind her life in London, Abby takes a job at a holiday cooking hotline. Little does she know, a connection with an anonymous caller, a single dad, leads to unexpected real-life romance.
November 22: A Season for Family
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Date & Time: Wednesday, November 22 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Brendan Penny, Stacey Farber, Benjamin Jacobson, Azriel Dalman
Synopsis: Two Hallmark veterans thrown together in a Parent Trap-esque mixup? Say no more. Maddie's adopted son yearns to meet his long-lost brother, Cody. However, Cody's father isn't ready for this reunion, setting the stage for a poignant family tale.
November 23: Catch Me If You Claus
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Date & Time: Thursday, November 23 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Italia Ricci, Luke Macfarlane
Synopsis: Catch Me If You Claus marks Bros star Luke Macfarlane's return to Hallmark Christmas. Avery, a budding news anchor, is on the brink of her career breakthrough when she catches an intruder in her home claiming to be Santa's son, Chris. This unexpected encounter leads to a heartwarming journey.
November 24: Letters to Santa
Hallmark
Date & Time: Friday, November 24 at 6 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Katie Leclerc, Rafael de la Fuente
Synopsis: A little youth intervention never hurt anyone, right? Right? Siblings use a magical pen from Santa to pen a heartfelt wish: Reuniting their parents during the holiday season.
November 24: Holiday Road
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Date & Time: Friday, November 24 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Sara Canning, Warren Christie
Synopsis: The Vampire Diaries alum Sara Canning joins Warren Christie in this ensemble flick based on a true story. Stranded at the airport during the holiday season, a diverse group, including a travel writer, a tech entrepreneur and a devoted mother, embark on an unforeseen road trip inspired by real-life events.
November 25: Christmas in Notting Hill
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, November 25 at 6 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Sarah Ramos, William Moseley
Synopsis: Notting Hill fans, rejoice! Another London-set romance about a secret celebrity is coming to a TV screen near you. Famed soccer star Graham's life takes an unexpected turn when he returns to Notting Hill for Christmas. There, he meets a woman who is oblivious to his celebrity status, sparking a unique holiday romance.
November 25: Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up
Hallmark
Date & Time: Saturday, November 25 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown, Stephen Tobolowsky, Melissa Peterman, Ellen Travolta, Seth Morris, Jennifer Aspen
Synopsis: This Haul Out the Holly sequel is one of our most-anticipated Hallmark flicks of the year thanks in large part to the comedic chops of Reba alum Melissa Peterman. Emily and Jared eagerly anticipate spending the holidays together. However, new neighbors on Evergreen Lane add unexpected twists to their celebration.
November 26: Our Christmas Mural
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, November 26 at 6 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Alex Paxton-Beesley, Dan Jeannotte
Synopsis: Single mom Olivia, in a surprise twist, is entered into a mural contest by her mother. Along the way, she forms an artistic partnership with Will, a teacher, leading to unexpected holiday magic.
November 26: A Biltmore Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, November 26 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Bethany Joy Lenz, Kristoffer Polaha, Jonathan Frakes, Robert Picardo
Synopsis: A Biltmore Christmas was filmed at North Carolina's historic Biltmore castle, once home to the Vanderbilts. Lucy Hardgrove, a screenwriter, lands her dream job of remaking a beloved holiday classic. During her visit to the historic Biltmore House, she discovers the magical ability to travel to the original movie set in the 1940s and connects with one of the film's stars.
November 30: Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, November 30 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Shenae Grimes-Beech, Chris Carmack, Grace Leer
Synopsis: Get your fill of holiday choral music with this romance about grief and second chances. Carly, facing her first holiday season without her mother, heads to a small town to lead a church choir during Christmastime. There, she reconnects with a man from her past, who has returned home after serving in the Army.
December 1: My Norwegian Holiday
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Date & Time: Friday, December 1 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Rhiannon Fish, David Elsendoorn
Synopsis: Fresh off her delightful turn in A Picture of Her, Rhiannon Fish stars as JJ in My Norwegian Holiday. Grieving her grandmother's loss, JJ seizes the opportunity to join her new friend, Henrik, on a journey to Norway. Their quest? Discover her grandmother's history and the story behind a troll figurine from Henrik's hometown.
December 2: A Not So Royal Christmas
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Date & Time: Saturday, December 2 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Brooke D'Orsay, Will Kemp
Synopsis: Another holiday season, another royal Hallmark Christmas movie in the books. Tabloid journalist Charlotte seeks an interview with a reclusive Count, unaware he left town years ago. The royal family orchestrates an amusing scheme involving their groundskeeper to stand in for the Count.
December 3: Christmas with a Kiss
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Date & Time: Sunday, December 3 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Mishael Morgan, Ronnie Rowe Jr., Jaime M. Callica
Synopsis: In this Mahogany film, a woman returns home for her family's Christmas Carnival. Little does she know, an unexpected encounter with a photojournalist promises to make her holiday season unforgettable.
December 7: To All a Good Night
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Date & Time: Thursday, December 7 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Kimberley Sustad, Mark Ghanimé
Synopsis: Hallmark actress and writer Kimberley Sustad joins Virgin River star Mark Ghanimé in this enemies-to-lovers romance. After a small-town photographer saves a man's life, she discovers his intentions to buy her family's parkland, the cherished location of the annual Christmas celebration. A tale of unexpected connections unfolds.
December 8: Magic in Mistletoe
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Date & Time: Friday, December 8 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Lyndie Greenwood, Paul Campbell
Synopsis: Magic in Mistletoe is Paul Campbell's holiday follow-up to the chart-topping success of last year's Three Wise Men and a Baby. Harrington, a successful yet reclusive author, returns to his hometown for an annual Christmas festival. There, he must confront his publicist, determined to manage some holiday damage control.
December 9: Christmas on Cherry Lane
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Date & Time: Saturday, December 9 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Catherine Bell, Jonathan Bennett, John Brotherton, Erin Cahill, James Denton, Vincent Rodriguez III
Synopsis: Desperate Housewives alum James Denton swaps Wisteria Lane for Cherry Lane in this new Christmas ensemble film. Three couples at different stages of life navigate significant turning points during the holiday season. Their intertwined stories offer heartwarming moments of love, reflection, and growth.
December 10: Round and Round
Hallmark
Date & Time: Sunday, December 10 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Vic Michaelis, Bryan Greenberg, Rick Hoffman
Synopsis: Rewatch 13 Going on 30 religiously every year? Round and Round was made for you specifically. Rachel, caught in a time loop, relives the night of her parents' Hanukkah party. She leans on the boy her grandmother is trying to set her up with to navigate this recurring holiday adventure.
December 14: Heaven Down Here
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, December 14 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Krystal Joy Brown, Tina Lifford, Juan Riedinger, Richard Harmon, Phylicia Rashad
Synopsis: Retro vibes and Cosby Show legend Phylicia Rashad for the win. Amid a Christmas Eve snowstorm, four individuals find themselves stranded in a local diner. This movie, inspired by Mickey Guyton's song, explores the magic of unexpected connections during the holiday season.
December 15: The Secret Gift of Christmas
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Date & Time: Friday, December 15 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Meghan Ory, Christopher Russell
Synopsis: Christopher Russell steps into that most alluring Hallmark trope in The Secret Gift of Christmas: A widowed father with an adorable daughter. A personal shopper embarks on a heartwarming journey as she helps a new client find the perfect gifts to reconnect with his daughter during the holiday season.
December 16: Sealed with a List
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Date & Time: Saturday, December 16 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Katie Findlay, Evan Roderick
Synopsis: Hallmark is adding some young blood to its 2023 Countdown to Christmas with Sealed with a List. Carley is determined to check off her list of abandoned resolutions from the previous year. To achieve this, she enlists the help of her coworker, Wyatt, leading to unexpected adventures and surprises.
December 17: Friends & Family Christmas
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Date & Time: Sunday, December 17 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel
Stars: Humberly González, Ali Liebert
Synopsis: Newcomer Humberly González (Ginny & Georgia) stars alongside Hallmark veteran Ali Liebert in this LGBTQ rom-com. Bridget and Amelia, set up by their parents, decide to pretend they are dating to bring holiday cheer to their families.
December 21: Miracle in Bethlehem, PA
Hallmark
Date & Time: Thursday, December 21 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Stars: Laura Vandervoort, Benjamin Ayres
Synopsis: Never thought you'd see Benjamin Ayres in a Hallmark title without Alison Sweeney, did you? Successful Mary Ann Brubeck adopts a daughter right before Christmas. When they become stranded in Bethlehem, PA, due to bad weather, their only option is to stay with the innkeeper's brother Joe, leading to heartwarming surprises.
