New Movies for Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas 2026!

If you’re a fan of Hallmark Christmas movies, get ready for a treat! The Hallmark Channel is all set to start its Countdown to Christmas 2026. Starting October 16th, you can enjoy a lineup of heartwarming films that bring all the comfort and joy you can handle.

Check out Hallmark’s movie schedule, and grab your coziest blanket. You won’t want to miss a single moment of this festive summer celebration! Below is a sneak peek at some of the movies you can look forward to.

Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas Move Lineup

See October Movies Below:

’Tis the Season for Setups

Premiering Friday, October 16th, this movie follows an organized party planner who heads to a ski resort with her mother and daughter, where she clashes with the resort’s handsome ski instructor. As the two team up to set up their parents, their matchmaking plans unexpectedly bring them closer together. Starring Amanda Schull, Victor Webster and Barbara Niven.

Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

Premiering Saturday, October 17th, this holiday romance centers on a freelance reporter who returns to Chicago and is assigned to profile a devoted Chicago Bears superfan. With the help of the fan’s firefighter grandson, she discovers the traditions behind his grandmother’s incredible story—and maybe a little love of her own. Starring Lyndsy Fonseca and Robert Buckley.

Mr. & Mrs. Christmas

Premiering Sunday, October 18th, this film follows a single dad who moves to a new town with his children just before Christmas and takes on the challenge of reviving its beloved Christmas Market. When he’s paired with a practical accountant, their festive partnership leads to new traditions, unexpected connection and romance. Starring Brendan Penny and Pascale Hutton.

Winter Wonderlanes

Premiering Friday, October 23rd, this movie follows a globe-trotting restaurateur who returns home and agrees to save her late grandfather’s beloved bowling alley for one final holiday season. To revive its Christmas bowling tournament, she teams up with her former high school boyfriend, rekindling feelings they thought were long gone. Starring Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti.

Forgotten Holiday

Premiering Saturday, October 24th, this romantic holiday story follows an antiques buyer whose boyfriend loses his memory after an accident, forgetting their entire year together. She agrees to retrace their relationship and help him remember, only to realize she may have to fight for the love she was once too afraid to claim. Starring Janel Parrish and Daniel Lissing.

What If Christmas

Premiering Sunday, October 25th, this movie follows a woman who feels lost after her husband’s career move leaves her without her usual purpose. After a mysterious Christmas ornament transports her into an alternate reality where she achieved her dream of becoming a fashion designer, she begins to see that the life and love she wanted may have been closer than she realized. Starring Lori Loughlin and Tom Cavanagh.

Who’s Coming for Christmas?

Premiering Friday, October 30th, this heartwarming story follows a woman who moves to a new town and hopes to host her first Christmas Eve dinner surrounded by friends and family. When bad weather threatens to leave her table nearly empty, a series of unexpected Christmas miracles may bring the perfect guests—and a little romance—her way. Starring Rhiannon Fish, Jake Foy and Mila Morgan.

Adopting St. Nick

Premiering Saturday, October 31st, this film follows a busy single mom who volunteers with a Christmas companionship program alongside her daughter, who is paired with a resident who looks remarkably like Santa Claus. While helping save the program, she grows closer to the center’s director and learns that sometimes making room for others can lead to finding a place—and a family—of your own. Starring Amy Groening and Michael Rady.

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