Hallmark TV has mastered the Christmas themed romantic movies and each season they produce dozens of new ones. In 2023, 42 new Christmas movies have been released across Crown Media, LLC channels, which owns Hallmark.
I had the opportunity to reach out to Samantha DiPippo, from Hallmark Media’s SVP Development and she had this to say about the Hallmark Christmas movie season:
“We elevated our storytelling this holiday season with fresh themes, iconic international cities, and more humor than ever before in this year’s 42 new, original movies,” Hallmark Media SVP Development, Samantha DiPippo, said. “Each film captures the spirit of the season with unique storylines and compelling music from notable artists like Cher, Norah Jones, and more, so you won’t want to miss a beat of our holiday slate.”
These movies by Hallmark are so well done and bring such a feeling of comfort, nostalgia, and holiday cheer, that viewers continue to love them.
For the 2023 season, we have watched countless of these movies so that we can bring you our top 10 list of the best Hallmark Christmas movies to binge between now and Christmas Day!
10). ‘The Christmas Secret’ (2014)
This heartwarming tale stars Bethany Joy Lenz as Christine, a single mother who is struggling to financially support her two children. While she deals with crisis after crisis, including losing her employment, she gets a new job, and in the process she discovers perhaps true love does exist and just maybe she’s not as alone as she believed.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
9). ‘Northpole’ (2014)
Tiffani Thiessen (“Saved By The Bell,” “Melrose Place”), is single mom Chelsea Hastings, who lives with her son, Kevin (Max Charles), in the Northpole. After her son befriends an elf (Bailee Madison), and a school teacher (Josh Hopkins), they work together to convince Chelsea that the Christmas magic is real.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
8). ‘Let It Snow’ (2013)
Candace Cameron Bure (“Full House,” “Fuller House”), stars in this romantic comedy as corporate executive, Stephanie Beck, a somewhat modern day Christmas Scrooge. When she visits “Snow Valley Lodge”, she discovers not only the holiday spirit, but a potential new romance (Jesse Hutch), which makes her begin to question everything.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
7). ‘Haul out the Holly’ (2022)
Hallmark channel A-lister, Lacy Chabert, stars as Emily, a young lady who is holiday weary, on her way home for Christmas only to discover her parents are leaving town and have set her up with their strict HOA to be involved in the neighborhood holiday festivities. Hilarity ensues and Emily reconnects with an old friend (Wes Brown) and rediscovers what Christmas and home really means.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
6). ‘A Princess For Christmas’ (2011)
Katie McGrath (“Jurassic World,” “Supergirl”) is Jules Daly, an antique store employee in New York who receives custody of her niece and nephew after losing her sister and brother-in-law. Life begins to unravel for Jules as she loses her job and her nanny quits. An unexpected visit from an employee of a long lost family member to the children turns everything upside down. When they travel to the unexpected family member’s home, Jules helps a bitter old man rediscover Christmas and she finds a potential soulmate.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
5). ‘Ms. Christmas Comes to Town’ (2023)
Erica Durance (“Smallville,” “Saving Hope”), finds romance within this emotional, heartwarming story. Gale (Barbara Niven) receives a terminal diagnosis, and sets out on a farewell tour for her job as a host on “The Holiday Shopping Channel”. She’s also introducing her replacement, Amanda (Durance), with Travis (Brennan Elliot) her nurse, in tow.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
4). ‘Finding Santa’ (2017)
Jodie Sweetin (“Full House,” “Fuller House”) and Eric Winter (“The Rookie,” “Rosewood”) star in this romantic comedy. Grace (Sweetin) is thrilled to be taking over as the head of the town’s Christmas parade, but when she loses her Santa to an injury, she needs a quick replacement which happens to be the son of the man injured. Ben (Winter) is at first unwilling to take over for his Dad, but Grace is determined to convince him. The fantastic chemistry between Sweetin and Winter really sells this story arc as one of the best flicks to watch this season.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
3). ‘Take Me Back for Christmas’ (2023)
After a particularly difficult day, Renee (Vanessa Lengies) wishes for a different life, she then wakes up in a New York City high rise to discover she’s suddenly single, wealthy, and successful. Renee discovers that without her husband, Aaron (Corey Sevier), the wealth and success mean nothing.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
2). ‘A December Bride’ (2016)
After Layla’s (Jessica Lowndes) fiance Jack (Jay Hindle) dumps her for her cousin, Jessica (Pauline Egan), she spins into depression and humiliation. She takes Seth (Daniel Lissing) as a date to the wedding where he announces they are engaged trying to help her save face. Hijinks ensue as the couple try to convince everyone they are a real couple. Along the way, they each begin to wonder if they’re still pretending.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
1). ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered for Christmas’ (2014)
While this is part of the “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” series, it still works as a stand alone movie for those not familiar with the series. When a quartet of postal detectives (Eric Mabius, Kristin Booth, Crystal Lowe, Geoff Gustafson) discover they have an urgent letter written to God on Christmas Eve, they each delay their own personal plans to try and help the little girl whose mother is fighting for her life.
Where to watch (Some streamers may require a subscription): Hallmark Movies Now, Peacock, FuboTV, Prime Video
