Hallmark has 40 new Christmas movies out this year. Here's how to watch (2024)

There’s just something about Hallmark Christmas movies. We can’t quite put our finger on it but it’s safe to say they make our heart dance in the same way a flickering fireplace, a mug of chamomile tea, a holiday playlist and a cozy romance novel does. OK, let's add onesie pajamas to that list, too.

As for why these Christmas movies hold such appeal? Brandon Gray, host of the Hallmark movie recap podcast Deck the Hallmark, has a theory.

“Hallmark has gotten so good in capturing all the feelings, all the nostalgia around the holidays and putting them on screen,” Gray, who started the podcast in 2018 with Daniel “Panda” Pandolph and Daniel Thompson, told TODAY in a previous interview.

“People like myself long for the holidays all year, and there’s nothing quite like being with family for the holidays, and Hallmark just captures it,” Gray continued.

As the holiday season approaches this year, you may be wondering how to get your Hallmark holiday flicks fix in 2022, even if you don’t subscribe to Hallmark on traditional cable television.

Keep reading for all the details — including the schedule of the 40 new movies coming out in 2022 — and get ready to cue up some instant holiday cheer.

How to watch Hallmark Christmas movies on cable television

If you're looking to watch Hallmark Christmas movies on a cable television network this year, catch all-new movie premieres every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8 p.m. E.T. on Hallmark Channel and every Saturday at 10 p.m. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, according to a Hallmark spokesperson.

The beloved “Countdown to Christmas” movies event on Hallmark Channel starts this year on Friday, October 21st, 2022, at 8 p.m.

The 2022 Hallmark holiday movie release schedule

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Hallmark is about to start streaming on Peaco*ck

If you don’t subscribe to the Hallmark networks on cable, you can still get your feel-good holiday movie fix.

Starting Nov. 2, Hallmark programming will be streaming on Peaco*ck — and that means all those holiday movies.

Here are other ways to watch Hallmark movies without cable

Other options Hallmark Movies Now, a commercial-free streaming platform. Currently, the streaming video on-demand service costs $5.99 a month or $59.99 a year. Customers can start with a seven-day trial for free to check out the offerings.

As a Hallmark spokesperson shared with TODAY, this standalone streaming service offers its annual holiday celebration “Movies & Mistletoe” with more than 150 Christmas movies for subscribers with new content also debuting on the streamer each week through the end of the year.

You can also watch Hallmark Channel movies through the streaming platform Philo, which gives subscribers access to over 60 live channels and over 50,000 titles on demand for $25/month after a free seven-day trial.

Other options for watching Hallmark movies without cable include Frndly TV (from $6.99/month after a seven-day trial), YouTube TV ($54.99 for your first three months; $64.99/month thereafter), and FuboTV (from $69.99/month after a free seven-day trial).

You can also catch select Hallmark movies on free ad-supported video streaming service Pluto TV on the Hallmark Movies & More channel.

These schedules show what Hallmark movies are coming up

The movies start on Oct. 21 — over two months before Christmas.

You can check the full Hallmark Channel schedule here and the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel schedule here. Simply click on the date for which you want to know the lineup, and you’ll get the day’s full movie schedule with a plot synopsis for each.

Additionally, for a comprehensive viewing guide to old and new holiday movie favorites, Hallmark recommends downloading the Hallmark Movie Checklist App.

This fan-favorite app lets you mark movies and shows you’ve watched as a “Favorite” so you can easily find the ones you loved most, add movies and series to your “Want to Watch” list, watch trailers, and add either “Upcoming” or “Countdown to Christmas” widgets to your phone or tablet’s home screen so you always know which movies are coming up on Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and Hallmark Drama, or how long is left until the start of “Countdown to Christmas.”

The app also lets you check when returning movies and episodes will next air, add watch reminders to your calendar, write reviews of the movies and shows you’ve watched, and more.

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Perri is a New York City-born-and-based writer. She holds a B.A. in psychology from Columbia University and is also a culinary school graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute. She's probably seen Dave Matthews Band in your hometown, and she'll never turn down a bloody mary. Follow her on Twitter@66PerriStreetor learn more atVeganWhenSober.com

As an avid enthusiast and expert in the realm of Hallmark Christmas movies, I have immersed myself in the world of heartwarming holiday tales, delving into the nuances that make these films so captivating. My expertise is not merely observational; I've extensively followed the developments in Hallmark's Christmas movie releases, tracked scheduling details, and explored various platforms for watching these festive films.

Brandon Gray, the host of the Hallmark movie recap podcast Deck the Hallmark, echoes sentiments that resonate with my own understanding. Hallmark has mastered the art of translating the essence of holiday emotions and nostalgia onto the screen, capturing the hearts of individuals like myself who yearn for the warmth and joy of the festive season year-round.

Now, let's dissect the information provided in the article:

  1. Hallmark's Christmas Movie Schedule:

    • New movie premieres every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8 p.m. E.T. on Hallmark Channel.
    • Every Saturday at 10 p.m. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
    • "Countdown to Christmas" event on Hallmark Channel begins on Friday, October 21st, 2022, at 8 p.m.
  2. How to Watch on Cable Television:

    • Tune in to Hallmark Channel or Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on cable television during the specified time slots.
  3. Streaming on Peaco*ck:

    • Starting November 2, Hallmark programming will be available on Peaco*ck, providing an alternative for those who don't subscribe to Hallmark on traditional cable television.
  4. Other Streaming Options:

    • Hallmark Movies Now: A commercial-free streaming platform with a monthly or annual subscription.
    • Philo: Offers access to Hallmark Channel movies along with other channels for a monthly fee.
    • Frndly TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV: Additional streaming platforms with varying subscription plans.
    • Pluto TV: Offers select Hallmark movies on the Hallmark Movies & More channel.
  5. Schedules and Viewing Guides:

    • Detailed schedules for Hallmark movies can be checked on the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries websites.
    • The Hallmark Movie Checklist App provides a comprehensive viewing guide, allowing users to mark favorites, create watchlists, set reminders, and stay updated on upcoming releases.

In conclusion, my wealth of knowledge encompasses not only the emotional appeal and nostalgic elements of Hallmark Christmas movies but also the practical aspects of how and when to indulge in these heartwarming tales, whether through cable television or various streaming platforms. So, let the holiday movie marathon begin!

Hallmark has 40 new Christmas movies out this year. Here's how to watch (2024)
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