Get Ready for Hallmark's Incredible 2023 'Countdown to Christmas' Lineup - Coming Sooner Than You Can Imagine!

Debra Hale, Joanna Douglas, Scott Gibson, Rebecca Dalton, Jonathan Keltz, Tim Progosh, and Susan Hamann. Susan Hamann/Hallmark Media

Get ready for an early holiday celebration on the Hallmark Channel! Don't miss out on the spectacular Countdown to Christmas lineup, featuring an all-star cast. The festivities begin on Friday, October 20, with the premiere of Hallmark Movies & Mysteries' Miracles of Christmas following on Thursday, October 26. With a total of 40 original movies, ranging from heartwarming romantic comedies to beloved sequels, viewers are in for a delightful holiday season.

November brings added excitement with the Merry Thanksgiving Weekend, taking place from Thursday, November 23, to Sunday, November 26, and offering an abundance of holiday magic. The weekend is highlighted by a double feature of two new films, Our Christmas Mural and A Biltmore Christmas. Additionally, throughout the month, the Hallmark Channel premieres fresh movies every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, while Hallmark Movies & Mysteries presents new films every Thursday.

Scroll down for the complete 2023 lineup:

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

‘Checkin’ It Twice’

Stars: Kim Matula, Kevin McGarry

McGarry, a professional hockey player, finds himself smitten with Matula, a real estate agent, while experiencing a career slump. As fate would have it, he is traded to her hometown and ends up residing in the cozy cottage located in her hockey-enthusiastic family's backyard. Don't miss the premiere of this heartwarming tale on Friday, October 20, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Where Are You, Christmas?’

Stars: Lyndsy Fonseca, Michael Rady, Jim O’Heir, Julie Warner

Addy (played by Fonseca) wakes up in a grayscale world after making a wish to have a Christmas-free year. She teams up with the local mechanic (Rady) to bring the spirit of Christmas back. Don't miss the premiere on Saturday, October 21, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Under the Christmas Sky’

Stars: Jessica Parker Kennedy, Ryan Paevey

Esteemed astrophysicist Kat (Kennedy) had been eagerly anticipating her first journey into space next year, until an unfortunate incident forced her to abandon the mission. In the meantime, she finds solace in volunteering at the nearby planetarium. It is there that she is unexpectedly partnered with the meticulous and rule-abiding David (Paevey) to collaborate on an upcoming exhibit set to debut just before Christmas. As the festive season approaches, will fate intervene and unite these two individuals under the starry sky? Don't miss the premiere on Sunday, October 22, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Christmas by Design’

Stars: Rebecca Dalton, Jonathan Keltz

Logline: Dalton, a fashion designer, gains admission to a Christmas challenge and embarks on a journey to redefine her priorities in life.

Premiere Date: Friday, October 27th, 8 p.m. Eastern Time.

‘Mystic Christmas’

Stars: Jessy Schram, Chandler Massey, Patti Murin, William R. Moses

Juniper (Schram) visits Mystic, Connecticut, over the holiday season and reunites with Sawyer (Massey), the proprietor of a pizza shop. The premiere of the movie is scheduled for Saturday, October 28, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Joyeux Noel’

Stars: Jaicy Elliot, Brant Daugherty

Logline: Lea (Elliot), a copy editor, is captivated by a romantic painting of a Christmas market. In order to unravel the mystery surrounding the artist, she embarks on a journey to France alongside Mark (Daugherty), a practical reporter.

Premiere Date: Sunday, October 29, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Flipping for Christmas’

Stars: Ashley Newbrough, Marcus Rosner

Realtor Abigail (Newbrough) reluctantly lends a hand to her sister in renovating a recently inherited house, hoping it will be a straightforward project. However, co-beneficiary Bo (Rosner) has ulterior motives that threaten to turn the endeavor upside down. Catch the premiere of this gripping tale on Friday, November 3, at 8 p.m.

‘Never Been Chris’d’

Stars: Janel Parrish, Pascal Lamothe-Kipnes, Tyler Hynes

Logline: Home for the holidays, BFFs Naomi (Parrish) and Liz (Lamothe-Kipnes) reconnect with high school crush Chris Silver (Hynes).

Premiere Date: Saturday, November 4, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘The Santa Summit’

Stars: Hunter King, Benjamin Hollingsworth

Three close friends, Jordin (King), an art teacher who has just gone through a breakup and wants to have some fun; Ava, a shy individual who hopes to encounter her crush; and Stella, a Christmas skeptic who has no enthusiasm for the Santa Summit, make the decision to attend the yearly event together.

The premiere of this event will be on Sunday, November 5, at 8 p.m. ET.

Hunter King, Amy Groening, Adam Hurtig, Stella Sy, and Erik Athavale. Steven Ackerman/Hallmark Media

‘Everything Christmas’

Stars: Katherine Barrell, Cindy Busby, Corey Sevier, Matt Wells

Lori Jo (Busby), fueled by her adoration for Christmas, embarks on a journey to Yuletide Springs alongside her roommate Tori (Barrell). While en route, the duo encounters Carl (Sevier) and Jason (Wells), but their plans are disrupted by a chain of unfortunate incidents.

Mark your calendars for the premiere of this heartwarming tale on Friday, November 10, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Christmas Island’

Stars: Rachel Skarsten, Andrew Walker

Kate's first private flight to Switzerland gets unexpectedly rerouted to Christmas Island due to a snowstorm. In order to secure her dream job as the family's pilot, she partners with an air traffic controller named Walker. Don't miss the premiere on Saturday, November 11, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘A Heidelberg Holiday’

Stars: Ginna Claire Mason, Frédéric Brossier

Heidi Heidelberg (Mason) is given the incredible chance to showcase her exquisite, handcrafted glass ornaments at the renowned Heidelberg Christmas Market in Germany. During her time there, she crosses paths with Lukas (Brossier), a talented local artist who assists her in rediscovering her forgotten cultural roots.

Mark your calendars for the premiere of this heartwarming tale on Sunday, November 12, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Navigating Christmas’

Stars: Chelsea Hobbs, Stephen Huszar

Recently divorced Melanie Hobbs and her son Jason embark on a Christmas getaway to a secluded island. Little do they know, they will unexpectedly find themselves managing a functioning lighthouse. During their stay, Melanie forms a connection with the owner, who may come off as abrupt but undeniably charming. Don't miss the premiere of this heartwarming film on Friday, November 17, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘A Merry Scottish Christmas’

Stars: Lacey Chabert, Scott Wolf

Lindsay (Chabert) and Brad (Wolf) Morgan, who have been separated, visit Scotland during the holiday season to reconnect with their mother Jo. During their reunion, a significant family secret is unveiled. The premiere of this heartwarming tale is scheduled for Saturday, November 18, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Holiday Hotline’

Stars: Emily Tennant, Niall Matter

Abby (Tennant) finds herself smitten with an anonymous caller while working at a cooking hotline, unaware that the caller is actually a single dad named "John" (Matter) whom she has previously encountered in real life. Their story unfolds after Abby leaves London. Don't miss the premiere of this heartwarming tale on Sunday, November 19, at 9 p.m. ET.

‘Catch Me If You Claus’

Stars: Italia Ricci, Luke Macfarlane

Avery Quinn (Ricci), an aspiring news anchor, finally gets her opportunity to shine on her station's Christmas morning newscast. However, her chance at success is threatened when she encounters an intruder in her home. This mysterious stranger, dressed in a red suit, claims to be Chris (Macfarlane), Santa's son, embarking on his inaugural mission. Don't miss the premiere of this thrilling tale on Thursday, November 23, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Letters to Santa’

Stars: Katie Leclerc, Rafael de la Fuente

Logline: Two siblings are given a magical pen by Santa Claus, which seemingly has the power to fulfill any wish. Desperate for their parents (Leclerc, de la Fuente) to reconcile, they make a heartfelt Christmas wish like no other.

Premiere Date: Catch the premiere on Friday, November 24th, at 6 p.m. ET.

Rafael de la Fuente and Katie Leclerc Courtesy of Off Camera Entertainment

‘Holiday Road’

Stars: Sara Canning, Warren Christie

When inclement weather forces them to be stranded at the airport during the holiday season, a group of diverse individuals find themselves in a predicament. Among them is Christie, a tech entrepreneur, Canning, a travel writer, Enid-Raye Adams, a devoted mother, and her son Kiefer O'Reilly. Also caught in this situation are Trevor Lerner, a stubborn senior, Brittany Willacy, an enigmatic woman with a tantalizing aura of mystery, Sharon Crandall and Ryan Mah, a couple traveling from Hong Kong, and Princess Davis, a social media influencer. In an unexpected turn of events, they all agree to rent a shared van and embark on a road trip to Denver. This heartwarming tale is inspired by true events. Be sure not to miss its premiere on Friday, November 24, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Christmas in Notting Hill’

Stars: Sarah Ramos, William Moseley

Logline: Renowned soccer player Graham Savoy (Moseley) has forever prioritized his career over romance. However, everything takes a turn when he returns to his hometown of Notting Hill for Christmas and crosses paths with Georgia (Ramos), an American tourist who is oblivious to his fame.

Premiere Release: Catch the premiere on Saturday, November 25, at 6 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).

‘Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up’

Stars: Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown, Stephen Tobolowsky, Melissa Peterman, Ellen Travolta, Seth Morris, Jennifer Aspen

Logline: Emily (Chabert) and Jared (Brown) reunite in the delightful sequel to Haul Out the Holly (2022), as they joyfully anticipate celebrating the holiday season as a couple once more.

Premiere Date: Catch the enchanting sequel on Saturday, November 25th at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Our Christmas Mural’

Stars: Alex Paxton-Beesley, Dan Jeannotte

Logline: Olivia (Paxton-Beesley) is a single mom who returns home for Christmas. Her mom secretly enters her into a mural contest.

Premiere Date: Sunday, November 26, at 6 p.m. ET.

‘A Biltmore Christmas’

Stars: Bethany Joy Lenz, Kristoffer Polaha, Jonathan Frakes, Robert Picardo

Lucy Hardgrove (Lenz), a screenwriter, receives a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as she is entrusted with the task of writing the script for a highly anticipated remake of the cherished holiday film, His Merry Wife! However, when the studio executive expresses dissatisfaction with Lucy's ending, she is sent to the magnificent Biltmore Estate for a research trip in hopes of finding fresh inspiration.

Don't miss the premiere of this enchanting movie on Sunday, November 26, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘My Norwegian Holiday’

Stars: Rhiannon Fish, David Elsendoorn

JJ (Fish) is mourning the death of her grandmother and in search of inspiration for her dissertation when she unexpectedly finds herself embarking on a holiday adventure. Her path crosses with Henrik (Elsendoorn), a Norwegian hailing from Bergen, and their bond grows stronger when he realizes she possesses a troll figurine from his hometown.

Mark your calendars for the premiere of this enchanting tale on Friday, December 1, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘A Not So Royal Christmas’

Stars: Brooke D’Orsay, Will Kemp

Tabloid journalist Charlotte (D’Orsay) is determined to secure an interview with a notoriously elusive Count. In a cunning move, the royal family enlists the help of a resourceful groundskeeper named Kemp to masquerade as the Count, as the genuine one vanished many years ago. Don't miss the premiere on Saturday, December 2, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Christmas with a Kiss’

Stars: Mishael Morgan, Ronnie Rowe Jr., Jaime M. Callica

Logline: A woman (Morgan) returns home to help with her family’s Christmas Carnival and romance ignites.

Premiere Date: Sunday, December 3, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Magic in Mistletoe’

Stars: Lyndie Greenwood, Paul Campbell

Logline: Harrington, played by Campbell, is a well-known author of a successful book series. However, his immense commercial success has transformed him into a resentful loner. In a heartwarming twist, he revisits his hometown for an annual Christmas festival dedicated to his books. Accompanying Harrington is April, portrayed by Greenwood, who serves as the publicist for the prestigious publishing company he is associated with.

Premiere Date: Catch the premiere on Friday, December 8, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Christmas on Cherry Lane’

Stars: Catherine Bell, Jonathan Bennett, John Brotherton, Erin Cahill, James Denton, Vincent Rodriguez III

Logline: As Christmas Eve approaches, a young couple eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child, an empty-nester and her fiancé embarking on a fresh chapter, and a couple unexpectedly given the opportunity to grow their family, all find themselves celebrating the holiday while facing pivotal moments in their lives.

Premiere Date: Tune in on Saturday, December 9th, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Round and Round’

Stars: Vic Michaelis, Bryan Greenberg, Rick Hoffman

Rachel (Michaelis) finds herself trapped in a recurring time loop, reliving the evening of her parents' Hanukkah celebration. Can Zach (Greenberg), the young man Grandma is determined to match her with, assist her in breaking free and reaching the next day? Tune in on Sunday, December 10th, at 8 p.m. ET for the premiere.

‘The Secret Gift of Christmas’

Stars: Meghan Ory, Christopher Russell

Bonnie (Ory) works as a personal shopper, assisting her recent widowed client Patrick (Russell) in strengthening his bond with his young daughter. With unwavering determination, Bonnie strives to fulfill every item on Patrick and his daughter's wishlist. Mark your calendars for the premiere of this heartwarming story on Friday, December 15, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Sealed with a List’

Stars: Katie Findlay, Evan Roderick

In this holiday season, Carley (played by Findlay), a cheerful individual, is determined to fulfill the resolutions she had left unattained from the previous year. With the assistance of her colleague Wyatt (portrayed by Roderick), Carley not only discovers love but also gains the self-assurance to pursue her aspirations. Catch the first airing of this heartwarming tale on Saturday, December 16, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).

‘Friends & Family Christmas’

Stars: Humberly Gonzalez, Ali Liebert

Logline: Daniella Gonzalez, a newcomer to New York City, is determined to make it as an artist. Amelia Liebert, a skilled entertainment lawyer recovering from a failed engagement, struggles to concentrate on her career. When their parents set them up, Daniella and Amelia reluctantly decide to pretend to be a couple during the holiday season to satisfy their families.

Premiere Date: Sunday, December 17th at 8 p.m. Eastern Time.

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES MIRACLES OF CHRISTMAS

‘Ms. Christmas Comes to Town’

Stars: Erica Durance, Brennan Elliott, and Barbara Niven

Logline: "Ms. Christmas" (played by Barbara Niven), a beloved shopping channel host, embarks on a heartwarming journey across multiple cities to share the joy of Christmas, fuelled by her terminal diagnosis, just before her final farewell broadcast.

Premiere Date: Thursday, October 26, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘My Christmas Guide’

Stars: Amber Marshall, Ben Mehl

Logline: After losing his eyesight, a college professor (Mehl) adopts a seeing eye dog from a guide dog trainer (Marshall).

Premiere Date: Thursday, November 2, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Mystery on Mistletoe Lane’

Erica Cerra and Victor Webster star in this captivating Christmas tale. When Heidi Wicks and her children move to a new town, they stumble upon a thrilling holiday enigma within their charming, historic home. Assisted by the knowledgeable local handyman and historian, David, they embark on an enchanting journey to unravel the mystery.

Premiere Date: Thursday, November 9, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘A World Record Christmas’

Stars: Nikki DeLoach, Lucas Bryant, Aias Dalman

Logline: Charlie, a determined autistic boy, sets out to break a Guinness World Record by stacking 1400 Jenga blocks. With the unwavering support of his mother, Marissa, and stepfather, Eric, he embarks on a journey to achieve his dream.

Premiere Date: Thursday, November 16, at 8 p.m. ET.

Aias Dalman, Lucas Bryant and Nikki DeLoach. Allister Foster/Hallmark Media

‘A Season for Family’

Stars: Brendan Penny, Stacey Farber, Benjamin Jacobson, Azriel Dalman

Logline: Maddy, portrayed by Stacey Farber, finds herself caught in the heartwarming tale of her adopted son, Wesley, played by Benjamin Jacobson. All Wesley desires for Christmas is a meeting with his long-lost brother, Cody, portrayed by Azriel Dalman, who was embraced by a different family.

Premiere Date: Wednesday, November 22, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas’

Stars: Shenae Grimes-Beech, Chris Carmack, Grace Leer

Logline: In an attempt to escape the loneliness of her first Christmas without her mother, Carly (Grimes-Beech) embarks on a journey to a charming town where she takes charge of the church choir during the holiday season. As Carly settles into the town, she serendipitously encounters Matthew (Carmack), a former soldier who has returned home, and uncovers hints that indicate her presence in this place may hold profound significance.

Premiere Date: Thursday, November 30, at 6 p.m. ET.

Chris Carmack and Shenae Grimes-Beech Johann Wall/Hallmark Media

‘To All a Good Night’

Stars: Kimberley Sustad, Mark Ghanimé

Logline: In a small town, a photographer (Sustad) becomes a lifeline for a enigmatic man (Ghanimé), who might have ulterior motives as he shows interest in purchasing her family's cherished parkland - the very place where the beloved Christmas festivities take place every year.

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Premiere Date: Thursday, December 7, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Heaven Down Here’

Stars: Krystal Joy Brown, Tina Lifford, Juan Riedinger, Richard Harmon, Phylicia Rashad

"Heaven Down Here" is a heartwarming tale that unfolds on Christmas Eve when a snowstorm unexpectedly strands four strangers in a cozy local diner. Inspired by Mickey Guyton's song, this captivating story will premiere on Thursday, December 14, at 8 p.m. ET.

‘Miracle in Bethlehem, PA’

Stars: Laura Vandervoort, Benjamin Ayres

Logline: Mary Ann Brubeck, a successful and fiercely independent woman (played by Vandervoort), decides to adopt a baby girl right before Christmas, intending to raise her on her own. However, due to bad weather conditions, Mary Ann and the baby find themselves stranded in Bethlehem, PA for the holidays. With no available accommodations at the local inn, their only choice is to stay with Joe (Ayres), the brother of the innkeeper.

Premiere Date: Thursday, December 21, at 8 p.m. ET.