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Posted on: 26 Nov 2025
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Nothing says holiday season quite like settling into your coziest blanket with a cup of hot cocoa and watching a heartwarming Hallmark Christmas movie. With over 300 holiday films in Hallmark's library and 24 new Christmas movies premiering in 2025 alone, finding where to watch these beloved feel-good films has never been more important for holiday enthusiasts.
Whether you're a cord-cutter looking for streaming options or prefer traditional cable, this comprehensive guide covers every way to watch Hallmark Christmas movies this holiday season.
Hallmark's Own Streaming Service: Hallmark+
Hallmark+ (formerly Hallmark Movies Now) is the network's dedicated streaming platform, offering the most comprehensive access to Hallmark content. This all-in-one service provides unlimited access to exclusive original series, movies, and holiday content featuring beloved Hallmark stars.
Pricing Structure:
Monthly Plan: $7.99/month after a 7-day free trial?
Annual Plan: $79.99/year (saves approximately 16%)?
What You Get with Hallmark+:
Do all new Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Mystery movies stream the next day after their television premieres?
Exclusive original series including "Mistletoe Murders," "When Calls the Heart," and "Finding Mr. Christmas".?
Extensive library of classic Hallmark rom-coms, cozy mysteries, and heartfelt dramas?
$5 monthly coupon for Hallmark Gold Crown Stores?
Free custom greeting card every month?
30% off custom holiday photo cards and invitations?
Unlimited eCards?
Black Friday Deal Alert: For a limited time, you can get Hallmark+ for just $1.99/month for 2 months through Amazon Prime Video channels—a 75% savings off the regular price.
Supported Devices: Hallmark+ is compatible with Roku (OS version 11+), Amazon Fire TV (Fire OS 5+), Apple TV (tvOS 15+), Android TV, iOS devices, Android devices, and web browsers.
Live TV Streaming Services with Hallmark Channel
If you want to watch Hallmark Christmas movies as they premiere live or prefer a cable-like experience without the traditional cable contract, several live TV streaming services include Hallmark Channel in their lineups.
Frndly TV — Best Budget Option
Friendly TV stands out as the most affordable way to get live Hallmark Channel access. This family-focused streaming service emphasizes feel-good programming and offers all three Hallmark networks.??
What's Included:
Hallmark Channel
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Hallmark Drama
50+ additional family-friendly channels, including Lifetime, A&E, History, Game Show Network, and Weather Channel?
Cloud DVR for recording shows
Pricing:
Basic Plan: Starting at $6.99-$7.99/month??
Premium Monthly Plan: $12.99/month (currently $0.99/month for first 3 months during Black Friday)?
7-day free trial available?
Frndly TV is ideal for viewers who want Hallmark access without paying for sports channels or premium networks they don't watch.
Philo — Great Value for Entertainment Lovers
Philo offers an excellent balance of affordability and channel variety at $28/month. It includes Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Hallmark Drama, and over 70 other entertainment channels like Lifetime, HGTV, AMC, Food Network, and OWN.
Key Benefits:
Unlimited cloud DVR?
No contract required
7-day free trial?
Works on most streaming devices
YouTube TV
YouTube TV provides a comprehensive cable replacement at $82.99/month. It includes the Hallmark Channel along with 100+ other live channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to local networks for news and sports.
Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV costs $88.99-$99.99/month (with or without ads), and bundles live TV with Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu's entire on-demand library. You get both Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries included, with Hallmark Drama available as an add-on for $7.99/month.
Fubo
Fubo starts at approximately $84.99/month and is particularly popular among sports fans who also want entertainment channels. It offers Hallmark Channel along with Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Hallmark Family, and hundreds of other channels. A 7-day free trial lets you test the service.
Sling TV
Sling TV offers more customizable pricing starting at $40/month for their Blue or Orange base packages. However, to get the Hallmark Channel, you'll need to add the Lifestyle Extra add-on, bringing your total to approximately $46/month. This is a smart option for budget-conscious viewers who want to build a custom channel lineup.
DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM includes Hallmark Channel in all packages starting at $89.99/month. It offers a 5-day free trial and includes all three Hallmark networks—Hallmark Channel (312 HD), Hallmark Family (564), and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries (565)
Free Ways to Watch Hallmark Christmas Movies
You don't need to spend a dime to enjoy Hallmark Christmas movies. Several legitimate free options exist for budget-conscious viewers.
Pluto TV
Pluto TV is a completely free, ad-supported streaming service that features Hallmark Movies & More, a dedicated 24/7 channel streaming Hallmark content. You can watch classic Hallmark movies and series without any subscription or account creation. The service is available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, smart TVs, and mobile devices.?
Tubi
Tubi offers a selection of Hallmark movies completely free with ads. Their Hallmark section includes beloved titles like "The Good Witch," "Merry Matrimony," "All Saints Christmas," and classic Hallmark Hall of Fame films. No subscription required—just download the app and start watching.
The Roku Channel
The Roku Channel features Hallmark Movies & More as a free FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channel. It's available on all Roku devices and often runs marathons of popular Hallmark series like "The Good Witch".?
XUMO Play
XUMO Play provides free access to Hallmark content on Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, and other streaming devices. The on-demand section lets you browse through Hallmark's movie library, while the live channel plays curated content throughout the day.
Samsung TV Plus
If you own a Samsung Smart TV, Samsung TV Plus gives you free access to Hallmark Movies & More directly on your television. The service offers 150+ live channels and on-demand content at no cost—no subscription or credit card required.
Plex TV
Plex TV is another free option that includes Hallmark Movies & More in its channel lineup. Available on multiple devices, it's a great choice for cord-cutters seeking free entertainment.
Watch Hallmark Movies Through Your Public Library
One of the most underrated ways to access Hallmark content is through your local public library.
Hoopla BingePass
Many public libraries offer Hoopla, a digital library service that includes a Hallmark+ BingePass. With just your library card, you can get 7 days of unlimited access to the entire Hallmark+ library—including Christmas movies, original series, and exclusive content—using just one of your monthly borrows.??
How it works:
Download the Hoopla app
Sign up with your library card
Search for "Hallmark+ BingePass"
Borrow the pass and enjoy 7 days of unlimited streaming?
This is completely free and offers the same content as paid Hallmark+ subscribers.
Amazon Prime Video Options
Amazon Prime Video offers several ways to watch Hallmark content:
Hallmark+ Channel Add-on: Subscribe to Hallmark+ through Prime Video for $7.99/month—the same price as subscribing directly, but with the convenience of using the Prime Video interface. Many viewers prefer this option because the Prime Video app is more user-friendly than Hallmark's native app.
Rent or Buy Individual Movies: Amazon has an extensive collection of Hallmark Christmas movies available to rent (typically $3-5) or purchase. This is perfect for viewers who want specific titles without committing to a subscription.
Hallmark Movies on Netflix
Thanks to a multi-year licensing agreement between Hallmark and Netflix, select Hallmark Christmas movies are now available on the world's largest streaming platform.?
What's Available:
Netflix currently streams 10 Hallmark holiday favorites, including the popular "Haul Out the Holly" films starring Lacey Chabert. The expanded 2025 deal also brings seasons of "The Way Home" to Netflix, with additional Valentine's Day and holiday films coming throughout the year.
Upcoming Hallmark Titles on Netflix:
"An Unexpected Valentine"
"Sisterhood, Inc."
"The Royal We"
"Hats Off to Love"
"Love in the Clouds"?
This is particularly exciting for international viewers, as the deal also brings Hallmark's Christmas films to select international markets.?
Traditional Cable and Satellite Options
For viewers who prefer traditional TV service, Hallmark Channel is available on virtually every major cable and satellite provider:
Provider Hallmark Channel Number DIRECTV 312 HD Spectrum Check local listings Xfinity Check local listings Cox Check local listings DISH Network Check local listings The Hallmark TV app allows cable and satellite subscribers to watch content on mobile devices by logging in with their provider credentials. Participating providers include AT&T U-verse, Spectrum, Xfinity, Cox, DISH, DIRECTV, Verizon, Mediacom, Optimum, and more.
2025 Hallmark Countdown to Christmas Schedule
Hallmark Channel's 16th annual Countdown to Christmas features 24 new original movies premiering from October through December 2025. Here are some highlights:?
New 2025 Movies:
"Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story" — A Buffalo Bills-inspired romance?
"A Grand Ole Opry Christmas" — A new collaboration with the Grand Ole Opry?
"Three Wisest Men" — The final installment in the popular trilogy starring Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, and Andrew Walker?
"Twelve Dates 'Til Christmas" — A new limited series starring Mae Whitman?
"Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!" — Robert Buckley and Kimberley Sustad?
"A Royal Montana Christmas"?
"Christmas Above the Clouds"?
"A Keller Christmas Vacation"?
All new movies premiere at 8 PM ET on Saturdays and Sundays, with next-day streaming available on Hallmark+.?
Best Classic Hallmark Christmas Movies to Watch
Beyond new releases, Hallmark's library includes hundreds of beloved classics:
Highest-Rated Classics:
"Christmas Under Wraps" (2014) — Hallmark's highest-rated broadcast premiere ever, starring Candace Cameron Bure?
"The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" (2008)?
"A Christmas Carol" adaptations
"Christmas in Vienna" (2020)?
"Snow Bride" (2013)?
"The Christmas Train" (2017)?
"The Christmas House" (2020)?
"The Good Witch" series"
Service Monthly Cost Live TV Hallmark+ Library Other Channels Hallmark+ $7.99 No ? Full Access None Frndly TV $6.99-$11.99 ? Add-on ($7.99) 50+ Philo $28 ? No 70+ Pluto TV Free ? (FAST) Limited 250+ Tubi Free No Limited On-demand Library Hoopla Free No 7-day pass Varies YouTube TV $82.99 ? Add-on 100+ Hulu + Live TV $88.99+ ? No 95+ Best for Hallmark-Only Fans: Hallmark+ ($7.99/month) or the free Hoopla BingePass through your library?
Best for Budget Cord-Cutters: Frndly TV starting at $6.99/month, or free options like Pluto TV and Tubi?
Best for Full Cable Replacement: Philo ($28/month) for entertainment focus, or YouTube TV ($82.99/month) for comprehensive channel access?
Tips for the Ultimate Hallmark Christmas Movie Experience
Maximize Your Free Trials: Stack free trials strategically during the holiday season. Start with Hallmark+'s 7-day trial, then try Frndly TV's 7-day trial, followed by Philo's trial. This gives you nearly a month of Hallmark access at no cost.??
Use Your DVR: If you subscribe to a live TV service, record all the new premiere movies so you can watch them at your convenience. Services like Frndly TV, Philo, and YouTube TV offer unlimited cloud DVR.
Check Your Library: Before paying for any subscription, see if your local library offers the Hallmark+ BingePass through Hoopla—it's completely free with your library card.
Device Compatibility: Most services work on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, iOS, and Android devices. The Hallmark+ app specifically requires Roku OS 11+, Fire OS 5+, or tvOS 15+.
The magic of Hallmark Christmas movies is now more accessible than ever. Whether you choose a premium streaming subscription, take advantage of free ad-supported services, or borrow through your library, there's a perfect option for every viewer and budget to enjoy heartwarming holiday entertainment throughout the festive season.
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