Category: 2026 Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas

A Danish Christmas

A Danish Christmas (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“A Danish Christmas,” a Hallmark movie directed by Colin Theys, stars Emilie Ullerup as Marie, a hotel tech executive returning to her family’s inn in Copenhagen for the holidays. Upon encountering Ryan Miller, mistakenly presumed to be a travel writer, she scrambles to create a perfect experience to impress him and potentially save the family business from being sold. Marie’s attempts at crafting a picturesque Danish Christmas result in humorous mishaps, yet she discovers that true connection and romance can develop organically. The film airs on November 1st and reflects themes of family, warmth, and unexpected love.

Adopting St. Nick

Adopting St. Nick (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“Adopting St. Nick” is a Hallmark film featuring Maren, a dedicated single mother and owner of her late father’s hardware store, who struggles to find time for herself while raising her adopted daughter Leah. Leah eagerly participates in the Christmas Companions program at Jolly Acres, connecting with a resident named Kris, resembling Santa Claus. When the project faces setbacks, Maren steps in to help, forming a bond with Reid, the community’s operations director. As they navigate challenges together, Maren learns to accept help and open her heart, while Reid contemplates his future amid new connections. The film airs on October 31.

Who's Coming for Christmas?

Who’s Coming for Christmas?(Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“Who’s Coming for Christmas?” is a Hallmark movie directed by David I. Strasser, starring Rhiannon Fish, Tammy Gillis, and Jake Foy. The plot follows Julie, who has relocated and is preparing to host her first Christmas dinner using heirlooms from her grandmother. Although she hasn’t finalized her guest list, her friendly demeanor helps her connect with the community, particularly her neighbor Mark and his daughter Vanessa. When inclement weather threatens to limit her guests to just the three of them, a series of Christmas miracles may help fulfill her vision of a festive gathering.

What If Christmas

What If Christmas (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“What If Christmas” is a 2026 Hallmark movie featuring Tom Cavanagh and Lori Loughlin. It follows Erin, who sacrifices her fashion design dreams for her surgeon husband. A magic ornament shows her an alternate, lonely life as a designer, leading her to realize her true dream was always within reach. The film airs on October 25.

Forgotten Holiday

Forgotten Holiday (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“Forgotten Holiday” is a Hallmark film featuring Kathryn Liu, an antiques buyer, and her boyfriend Rob Ashford. After an unexpected Christmas proposal, Kathryn’s fear of commitment leads her to flee without responding, resulting in Rob’s car accident that erases his memory of the past year, including their relationship. To help him remember, Kathryn embarks on a journey to retrace their romance and rekindle his love for Christmas. However, as Rob’s memories resurface, Kathryn must confront the possibility that restoring their relationship may mean losing him forever unless she finds the courage to embrace her feelings.

Winter Wonderlanes

Winter Wonderlanes (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“Winter Wonderlanes,” a Hallmark movie set for release on October 23, 2026, stars Ashley Newbrough as Audrey Bell, a traveling restaurateur who returns home for Thanksgiving. Discovering her late grandfather’s bowling alley, Wonderlanes, is to be sold, she agrees to host a final youth bowling tournament. To attract attention, she partners with her high school boyfriend, Jason Miller, played by Franco Lo Presti. As they work together, old feelings resurface, prompting Audrey to reconsider her future. The film explores her struggle between leaving her past behind and establishing roots in a place she deeply cherishes.

Mr. & Mrs. Christmas (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

Mr. & Mrs. Christmas is a Hallmark movie starring Brendan Penny as Taylor Lewis, a single dad and holiday display expert who moves to Pineway with his two children just before Christmas. As he takes on the town’s Christmas Market revival, he teams up with Sophie Shaw, played by Pascale Hutton, an accountant aspiring for a leadership role. Together, they infuse the community with holiday spirit while navigating personal challenges, including Taylor’s attempts to maintain family traditions. As they bond, they discover that creating new traditions is about embracing change and meaningful connections. The film showcases themes of family, love, and community spirit.

Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

“Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story” is a Hallmark film featuring Lyndsy Fonseca and Robert Buckley. Directed by Dustin Rikert, it tells the tale of a freelance reporter and a firefighter who connect over a Chicago Bears superfan’s milestone game. The film premieres Saturday and streams on Amazon Prime afterward.

'Tis the Season for Setups

‘Tis the Season for Setups (Hallmark Christmas 2026)

‘Tis the Season for Setups is a Hallmark movie directed by Jeff Beesley, featuring a cast that includes Zachary Cox, Verity Marks, and Barbara Niven. The story revolves around Lexi, an organized single mother and party planner, who goes to a ski resort with her free-spirited mother and teenage daughter to organize a holiday party. Tensions arise when Lexi clashes with Ridge, the ski instructor. However, as they devise plans to match their parents, sparks fly and connections deepen. The film promises festive fun and heartwarming surprises as they navigate matchmaking amidst holiday excursions. It airs on Friday at 8/7c on Hallmark.