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gidgetgrape · 10-30-2015, 11:48 PM

The Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" starts October 31. Am I the only person that loathes this tradition? I don't like it because the original movies tend to be super lame ("Fir Crazy" - seriously?) and they remove all their other programs off the schedule.

The only shows I watch on Hallmark Channel are "The Waltons" and "Little House on the Prairie," but still....playing Christmas movies for almost 2 months is a bit much, don't you think? Ba humbug!

http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/chris...2015-schedule/

Zoneboy · 10-30-2015, 11:58 PM

Hallmark Mysteries & Movies has Murder, She Wrote on hiatus until January so they can air these lame movies.

I'm not a happy camper.

gidgetgrape · 10-31-2015, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoneboy

Hallmark Mysteries & Movies has Murder, She Wrote on hiatus until January so they can air these lame movies.

I'm not a happy camper.

It's on "Mysteries & Movies" too??? I don't get that channel so I didn't know. Oh my goodness! That makes it even worst.

MrCleveland · 10-31-2015, 08:50 AM

I don't have cable (still holding that grudge against them) but Hallmark might as well play that Marlo Thomas version of It's a Wonderful Life!

Family Ties Forever! · 10-31-2015, 10:30 AM

I might be the only one, but I like the Hallmark movies. It's nice to see they are showing Christmas movies. Not everyone is into watching all the Halloween movies.

It would be nice if they could keep some of there regular programming in addition to airing the Christmas movies.

At least it's not one more channel that is airing all Halloween stuff.

DJM77 · 10-31-2015, 10:40 AM

Last night I saw that Hallmark was airing some movie called A Boyfriend For Christmas. I had to stop to think how much money someone would have to pay me to get me to watch it. The figure that I came up with was $500. No, I'm not kidding.

Zoneboy · 10-31-2015, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by DJM77

The figure that I came up with was $500. No, I'm not kidding.

Based on the title alone I think you're being too generous.

Foggy · 10-31-2015, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Family Ties Forever!

I might be the only one, but I like the Hallmark movies. It's nice to see they are showing Christmas movies. Not everyone is into watching all the Halloween movies.

It would be nice if they could keep some of there regular programming in addition to airing the Christmas movies.

At least it's not one more channel that is airing all Halloween stuff.

My wife and I like them too, but some of them seem to have the same storylines!
Anyway, here is the New Holiday Movie Lineups on Hallmark...

NEW HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS MOVIES ON HALLMARK

'Tis the Season for Love
Starring Sarah Lancaster & Brendan Penny
Sunday November 1 8:00PM (EST)

Ice Sculpture Christmas
Starring Rachel Boston & David Alpay
Saturday November 7 8:00PM (EST)

Charming Christmas
Starring Julie Benz & David Sutcliffe
Sunday November 8 8:00PM (EST)

I'm Not Ready for Christmas
Starring Alicia Witt & George Stults
Saturday November 14 8:00PM (EST)

Christmas Incorporated
Starring Shenae Grimes-Beech & Steve Lund
Sunday November 15 8:00PM (EST)

Northpole: Open for Christmas
Starring Lori Loughlin, Bailee Madison & Dermot Mulroney
Saturday November 21 8:00 PM (EST)

Merry Matrimony
Starring Jessica Lowndes & Christopher Russell
Sunday November 22 8:00PM (EST)

Once Upon a Holiday
Starring Briana Evigan & Paul Campbell
**Wednesday November 25 8:00PM (EST)
(Day before Thanksgiving)

Crown for Christmas
Starring Danica McKellar & Rupert Penry-Jones
**Friday November 27 8:00PM (EST)
(Black Friday-The day After Thanksgiving)

A Christmas Detour
Starring Candace Cameron Bure & Paul Greene
Saturday November 28 8:00PM (EST)

Angel of Christmas
Starring Jennifer Finnigan, Jonathan Scarfe & Holly Robinson Peete
Sunday November 29 8:00PM (EST)

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas
Starring Robin Dunne and Brook Nevin
Saturday December 12 8:00PM (EST)

http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/christmas

Hallmark Holiday Schedule---

http://zap2it.com/2015/10/hallmark-2...full-schedule/

bmasters9 · 10-31-2015, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by gidgetgrape

It's on "Mysteries & Movies" too??? I don't get that channel so I didn't know. Oh my goodness! That makes it even worst.

Bad enough that it's on the Hallmark channel! Extending it to the Movies & Mysteries channel?! Even worse!

Penny Lane · 10-31-2015, 08:54 PM

I agree! Too early! It's like they rushed and made these movies in a couple of days.

Penny Lane · 10-31-2015, 09:03 PM

My favorite Hallmark Christmas movie is "A Season For Miracles"(1999) It was a Hallmark Hall Of Fame presentation. It had a stellar cast . Carla Gugino, Mae Whitman, Laura Dern, Patty Duke, Lynn Redgrave, Kathy Baker, Faith Prince and David Conrad.

These rush jobs that Hallmark is churning out don't measure up at all! As someone said; LAME!

If you haven't seen "A Season For Miracles" I highly recommend it!

Zoneboy · 10-31-2015, 09:10 PM

I don't know what's worse, these Christmas movies or the ridiculous mystery movies such as Murder She Baked (A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery) & Garage Sale Mystery. Alison Sweeney and Lori Loughlin must be desperate for money.

gidgetgrape · 10-31-2015, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Penny Lane

My favorite Hallmark Christmas movie is "A Season For Miracles"(1999) It was a Hallmark Hall Of Fame presentation. It had a stellar cast . Carla Gugino, Mae Whitman, Laura Dern, Patty Duke, Lynn Redgrave, Kathy Baker, Faith Prince and David Conrad.

These rush jobs that Hallmark is churning out don't measure up at all! As someone said; LAME!

If you haven't seen "A Season For Miracles" I highly recommend it!

Oh yes, the Hallmark Hall of Fame Movies are wonderful. I've seen "A Season For Miracles" several times. I also like "The Magic of Ordinary Days" and "The Sarah, Plain and Tall" Collection too. But, these Hallmark Channel TV movies are awful. I'm glad some people find joy in them, but I do not. I guess I'll have to invest in "Little House" DVDs.

opus · 10-31-2015, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Penny Lane

If you haven't seen "A Season For Miracles" I highly recommend it!

Airing 11/1, 5am & 5pm ET, on the aforementioned movies and mystery channel.

ponytail · 11-02-2015, 06:12 AM

My mom is 81 and the Hallmark Channel is her favorite and Christmas is her favorite holiday, so right now she is loving it.

10-30-2015, 11:48 PM	#1
gidgetgrape Forever Gidget Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 20, 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 3,502	The Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" The Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" starts October 31. Am I the only person that loathes this tradition? I don't like it because the original movies tend to be super lame ("Fir Crazy" - seriously?) and they remove all their other programs off the schedule. The only shows I watch on Hallmark Channel are "The Waltons" and "Little House on the Prairie," but still....playing Christmas movies for almost 2 months is a bit much, don't you think? Ba humbug! http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/chris...2015-schedule/

10-30-2015, 11:58 PM	#2
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MrCleveland Drew Carey from Hell Forum Star Join Date: Nov 10, 2007 Location: The City of Cleveland, in The State of Cleveland, in The United States of Cleveland Posts: 14,226	I don't have cable (still holding that grudge against them) but Hallmark might as well play that Marlo Thomas version of It's a Wonderful Life!
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Penny Lane Butter Pie Forum Icon Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 51,236	I agree! Too early! It's like they rushed and made these movies in a couple of days.
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10-31-2015, 10:30 AM	#5
Family Ties Forever! Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 16, 2002 Location: Keaton residence Posts: 10,214	I might be the only one, but I like the Hallmark movies. It's nice to see they are showing Christmas movies. Not everyone is into watching all the Halloween movies. It would be nice if they could keep some of there regular programming in addition to airing the Christmas movies. At least it's not one more channel that is airing all Halloween stuff.

10-31-2015, 09:03 PM	#11
Penny Lane Butter Pie Forum Icon Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 51,236	My favorite Hallmark Christmas movie is "A Season For Miracles"(1999) It was a Hallmark Hall Of Fame presentation. It had a stellar cast . Carla Gugino, Mae Whitman, Laura Dern, Patty Duke, Lynn Redgrave, Kathy Baker, Faith Prince and David Conrad. These rush jobs that Hallmark is churning out don't measure up at all! As someone said; LAME! If you haven't seen "A Season For Miracles" I highly recommend it! Attached Images

10-31-2015, 09:10 PM	#12
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,386	I don't know what's worse, these Christmas movies or the ridiculous mystery movies such as Murder She Baked (A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery) & Garage Sale Mystery. Alison Sweeney and Lori Loughlin must be desperate for money.

11-02-2015, 06:12 AM	#15
ponytail Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 20, 2004 Location: In Happy, Healthy, Wealthyville Posts: 4,273	My mom is 81 and the Hallmark Channel is her favorite and Christmas is her favorite holiday, so right now she is loving it.