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Hallmark presents a variety of new holiday movies every year – but some of their best Christmas flicks actually come from the past.
Fulfillment seasonal content since 2001the network is known for keeping its viewers laughing all the way to Christmas Day, or finding a story that would tug at even Scrooge’s heartstrings. But beyond the heartwarming romance, wish-fulfillment and stunning backdrops are the returning Hallmark stars, many of whom have been around for a decade or more.
Paul Campbell he made his Hallmark film debut in 2014 with Window Viewa remarkable romance of enemies to love in which he starred opposite Chyler Leigh. Even then, the actor knew the film – and the network – was something special.
“(Window View) is about love at its core. It’s a great love story but it’s not sappy,” he explained. “It’s fun, and it’s funny and it’s fast and it’s catchy. It’s very well written (with) good dialogue but it has the happy ending you want at the end of the day when you’re watching a Christmas movie. It’s a feel good movie. You want to see everyone get what they want in the end. And spoiler alert: they do!”
Hallmark Channel is home to holiday cheer thanks to its annual “Countdown to Christmas” programming – which continues to grow and improve. Every year, fans are treated to a series of delightful holiday movies starring Lacey Chabert, Andrew Walker and more beloved actors. Although the stories on display are different, there are many (…)
Iconic movies keep getting better, but don’t let the iconic movies of the past be forgotten. Keep scrolling for five movies you need to re-watch this season:
‘On the Track of the Holidays’
Marilu Henner, Joey Lawrence, L. Harvey Gold, Emily Hampshire
HallmarkStarring: Joey Lawrence, Emily Hampshire, Marilu Henner
A year:2012
The Vibe: Laugh All The Way
Why You Need To (Re)Watch: Rob Marino (Joey Lawrence) is in a real pickle; he just broke up with his girlfriend before Thanksgiving despite the death of his grandmother (The Paula Show) wish to see him happy and in love. In an age of ever-advancing technology, Rob finds a solution in an online site where he and his stranger Julie (Emily Hampshire) agree to fake a relationship to keep their families happy through the holidays. Hijinks ensue.
There’s a lot to love about this hilarious film, from Lawrence and Hampshire’s natural relationship to the classic fake-to-real dating trope, a Hallmark favorite. even better, Hitched for the Holidays revolves around Christmas and Hanukkah, presenting a variety of traditions and celebrations for all to enjoy.
‘Christmas Secret’
Bethany Joy Lenz, Venus Terzo
HallmarkStarring: Bethany Joy Lenz, John Reardon
A year:2014
The Vibe: Holidays of the Heart
Why You Need To (Re)Watch: Who doesn’t love a little magic at the holidays? This heartfelt Hallmark flick stars Bethany Joy Lenz as Christine, a struggling single mother down on her luck: she’s just been fired from her job, threatened with eviction and her slimy ex-husband takes her to court to keep their children in custody. Think it couldn’t get any worse? Incorrect. Christine has also just lost a precious family heirloom that was passed down from her father when she was a little girl.
As she struggles to pick up the pieces of her life, she finds unexpected support from a handsome stranger – and bakery owner – called Jason (John Reardon), with whom she shares an unexpected connection. With her new family, Christine’s luck slowly begins to change just in time for Christmas.
Lenz has never made a Christmas movie that wasn’t worth watching, but she delivers a particularly stunning performance in this story about love, hope and the importance of leading with kindness even under the most difficult of circumstances. Cut out the tissues, because this is a ripper.
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‘Window Wonderland’
Chyler Leigh, Paul Campbell
HallmarkStarring: Paul Campbell, Chyler Leigh
A year:2013
The Vibe: Laugh All The Way
Why You Need To (Re)Watch: Is there anything better than two sudden rivals realizing that the reason there is so much tension between them is because they are actually in love? That’s exactly what Hallmark serves Winter Festivalwhich follows department store decorators Sloan (Leigh) and Jake (Campbell) as they battle their dream job of window dressing McGuire’s store for Christmas. But, as the competition heats up, so does their attraction to each other – causing their competition to become even more complicated.
Winter Festival after all: witty dialogue, a star-studded cast, an impressive budget and great chemistry between its two leads. A bonus? The film serves up the iconic intimacy trope when Sloan and Jake find themselves locked inside McGuires and are forced to spend the night together.
‘The Christmas Cottage’
Merritt Patterson, Steve Lund
HallmarkStarring: Merritt Patterson, Steve Lund
A year:2017
The Vibe: Baby, It’s Cozy Inside
Why You Need To (Re)Weep: Nothing screams the holidays, like a magical Christmas cottage to bring your happily ever after. In The Christmas CottageLacey (Merritt Patterson) takes a break from her busy life as an architect to serve as her best friend’s maid of honor during her winter wedding. Her biggest responsibility? Decorate Ava’s bride (Brittney Wilson) family cottage so that it is ready for the newlyweds to stay in after the ceremony.
Clearly, Lacey can’t decorate himself! She is forced to work with her ex-boyfriend, Ean (Steve Lund), who happens to be at the wedding. According to legend, “everyone who has ever stayed here during Christmas has found true love,” which Lacey and Ean believe – even if they don’t say it out loud. When the pair get stuck in the cottage before the wedding, they are forced to see if their feelings for each other remain.
If you’ve never seen this Hallmark hit, get ready for a cozy atmosphere, lots of Christmas decorations and an amazing grown-up scene – spoiler: Lacey isn’t single when she arrives at the cottage! If this movie doesn’t make you want to escape to the mountains and rent a cabin for the holidays, we don’t know what will.
Andrew Walker has established himself as one of Hallmark Media’s biggest stars after making his debut on the network in 2012. The Canadian actor first made his mark on viewers that year with A Bride for Christmas alongside Arielle Kebbel . The two reunited on camera for Bridal Wave 2015, which launched Walker to an even bigger name (…)
‘Christmas On My Mind’
Andrew W. Walker, Ashley Greene
HallmarkStarring: Ashley Greene, Andrew Walker
A year:2019
The Vibe: Not Everyone Is Quiet — But Everyone Is Bright
Why You Need To (Re)Watch: Amnesia, wedding dress and romance with Andrew Walker – er, we mean, Zach Callahan, played by Walker – are three reasons to re-watch this classic. Christmas on My Mind following Lucy Lovett (Ashley Greene) after she hit her head while holding a wedding gown. When she wakes up, she goes to see her fiancé Zach, only they are not engaged. In fact, they broke up two years ago, but Lucy remembers nothing.
Zach is a good guy, or so it seems, so he helps Lucy get home to her fancy new house and meets her new fiancé, Brad (Clayton James). However, Lucy doesn’t understand why she would break up with Zach, so under doctor’s orders, she returns to her hometown to celebrate the holidays and try to spark her memory. Let’s just say, the moment Lucy’s memories come back, they are not what she thought they would be.
Although there is a bit of deception on Zach’s part in this film, we can’t help but love the story of the doomed lovers. Lucy and Zach are perfect for each other – so who are we to judge how they are brought back together. Outside of the dreamy romance, the movie scenes, Christmas trees by the sea and a snowman building competition keep us coming back year after year.
