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Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas Concludes with New Movie Premieres
Hallmark's highly anticipated Countdown to Christmas event, which began on October 17, is drawing to a close with the premiere of two final new movies on December 20 and 21. This year, the event featured 24 brand-new Christmas movies and four holiday series, delighting viewers with festive storytelling and holiday cheer.
A Season of New Premieres
The Countdown to Christmas showcased a robust lineup of 24 new Christmas movies for 2025. These premieres, designed to capture the spirit of the season, have been a staple of the holiday tradition for many viewers. Notable entries in this year's lineup included "We Met in December," which premiered on November 27, and "The Snow Must Go On," which followed on November 28, alongside "The More the Merrier."
Continuing the festive lineup, "An Alpine Holiday" and "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas" both premiered on November 29, while "The Christmas Cup" and "Christmas at the Catnip Café" delighted audiences on November 30. Each film was scheduled to premiere at 8 p.m. ET/PT, a prime time slot that allowed families to gather and enjoy the holiday narratives together.
Final Weekend Premieres
The grand finale of the Countdown to Christmas includes two new movies set to premiere this weekend. "A Make or Break Holiday," starring Hunter King, is scheduled for December 20. The following day, December 21, will see the premiere of "The Christmas Baby," featuring performances by Ali Liebert and Katherine Barrell. In "The Christmas Baby," a surprise arrival on a couple's doorstep brings unexpected joy and challenges, adding a unique twist to the holiday story.
These final premieres mark the culmination of a season filled with new and heartwarming holiday stories that have become synonymous with Hallmark's festive programming.
Series and Sequels
In addition to the new movie premieres, the Countdown to Christmas event also featured four holiday series. This programming included the much-anticipated second season of "Finding Mr. Christmas," which continued to explore romantic pursuits amid the holiday season.
Hallmark has also announced plans for 2025, which include the release of 24 new Hallmark movies and four new series premieres, ensuring that the tradition of holiday storytelling continues for audiences in the coming years.
Notable Highlights from the Season
The extensive lineup of films throughout the Countdown to Christmas event included a variety of stories designed to capture different aspects of the holiday spirit. "Christmas Above the Clouds," which premiered on November 8, and "A Keller Christmas Vacation," which followed on November 9, set the tone for a season of joy and festivity.
Other memorable entries included "Three Wisest Men" on November 15 and "Tidings for the Season" on November 16. Sports fans enjoyed "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story" on November 22, while "Melt My Heart This Christmas" warmed hearts on November 23.
As the season progressed, audiences were treated to "She's Making a List" on December 6 and "Single on the 25th" on December 7. The charming "A Suite Holiday Romance" debuted on December 13, followed by "Oy to the World" on December 14, each adding to the rich tapestry of holiday narratives.
“Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas continues to be a cherished tradition for many, offering a diverse array of holiday stories that resonate with audiences of all ages,” remarked a spokesperson for the company.
As Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas draws to a close, viewers look forward to what the next holiday season will bring, with anticipation already building for the premieres slated for 2025.