First Impressions of Hallmark’s 2024 Countdown to Christmas

Are you ready for part 2 of our first impressions of Hallmark’s 2024 Countdown to Christmas? Let’s take a deep dive into the second half of the movies coming to Hallmark this holiday season.

This is part 2 of a two-part bonus episode. Click here to listen to part 1.

Your Guide to Countdown to Christmas 2024

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Our First Impressions of Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas 2024

Debbie Macomber’s Joyful Mrs. Miracle

Premiering on Thursday, November 28th

First Impression: Nostalgic brilliance! Featuring Rachel Boston, Pascal Lamont Kipnis, and more, this film continues the beloved Mrs. Miracle series. There’s excitement in the air for this heartwarming story about family bonds and Christmas magic.

A 90s Christmas

Premiering on Friday, November 29th at 6 PM

First Impression: Bursting with 90s nostalgia. Starring Ava Borne, Chandler Massey, and Katherine Barrow, this storyline takes us back to 1999 with its unique premise of a workaholic lawyer being transported to the past. It promises the perfect blend of nostalgia and heartwarming moments.

Deck the Walls

Premiering on Friday, November 29th

First Impression: Intriguingly festive. With Ashley Green and Wes Brown, this film follows Rose, an interior designer, as she returns home for a charity house flip. The presence of podcaster Danny Pellegrino adds a real-life connection that’s sure to draw viewers in.

Believe in Christmas

Premiering on Saturday, November 30th at 6 PM

First Impression: Magical and mysterious. Megan Ory and John Reardon star in a story where holiday magic and immersive experiences blur reality and fiction. In brand new information to us, the stars of this movie are married in real life making us want to watch and witness their on screen chemistry.

A Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story

Premiering on Saturday, November 30th

First Impression: A star-studded extravaganza. With cameos from the likes of Donna Kelce, Jenna Bush, and several Chiefs players, this movie is set to be a ratings smash. The high anticipation makes it one of the top picks of the season.

The Finish Line

Premiering on Sunday, December 1st at 6 PM

First Impression: Emotionally intense. Featuring Kim Matula and Bo Mirchoff, this film delves into a daughter’s quest to honor her father’s legacy in dog sled racing amidst personal and emotional challenges. We’re a little worried about feeling uncomfortable with the dog racing and are interested to see how it’s handled.

The Christmas Quest

Premiering on Sunday, December 1st

First Impression: Adventurous and romantic. Lacey Chabert and Kristoffer Polaha star in an Icelandic treasure hunt that combines history, romance, and the stunning backdrop of the Northern Lights.

Season’s Greetings from Cherry Lane

Premiering on Thursday, December 5th

First Impression: Historical and heartwarming. With a mix of storylines from 1951, 2003, and 2024, this movie promises complex yet engaging plots, continuity, and lots of emotional moments.

A Dance in the Snow

Premiering on Thursday, December 5th on Hallmark Mysteries

First Impression: Heart-tugging inclusivity. Erica Sarah and Mark Ghanime star in a mother’s effort to create an inclusive holiday dance for her autistic daughter, providing representation and compelling storytelling.

Private Princess Christmas

Premiering on Friday, December 6th

First Impression: Princess of a fake country? We’re sorry y’all but this movie is probably getting one of our vetos right up front.

Sugarplummed

Premiering on Saturday, December 7th

First Impression: Enchanting magic. Maggie Lawson and Janel Parrish lead a story where a TV character steps into reality, capturing the holiday magic perfectly. We’re hoping for a The Magic of Lemon Drops with a Christmas twist.

Leah’s Perfect Gift

Premiering on Sunday, December 8th

First Impression: Barbara Niven as the difficult mother? Yes, please!

Happy Holidays from Cherry Lane

Premiering on Thursday, December 12th

First Impression: Our heads are spinning with these casts and storylines. Someone get us a Cherry Lane ~~murder board~~ timeline so we can keep up.

All I Need for Christmas

Premiering on Thursday, December 12th on Hallmark Mysteries

First Impression: We love Dan Jeannotte. We are worried about this movie.

Hanukkah on the Rocks

Premiering on December 13th

First Impression: We’ve yet to meet a Julie Sherman Wolfe joint we didn’t enjoy. We think this Hannukah quest will…deliver. Also, Marc Summers of Double Dare and Unwrapped fame stars in this movie!

The Santa Class

Premiering on Saturday, December 14th

First Impression: Accidental Santa hilarity. Kimberly Sustad and Benjamin Ayers uncover lost holiday memories and real-life Santa amidst a comedic yet heartfelt narrative.

Following Yonder Star

Premiering on Sunday, December 15th

First Impression: A DaySpring movie isn’t blowing our skirts up, but maybe we can be drawn in by Megan’s fave actress Brooke D’Orsay.

Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane

Premiering on Thursday, December 19th on Hallmark Plus

First Impression: We’re going to need to hydrate for this marathon of families moving in and out of this house.

Trading Up For Christmas

Premiering on Thursday, December 19th on Hallmark Mysteries

First Impression: We assume this was inspired by the TikTok of the woman trading from a bobby pin up to a house! This should be fun.

Happy Howlidays

Premiering on Saturday, December 21st

First Impression: We’re nervous about this one, but excited to see the winner of Finding Mr. Christmas on screen finding his Hallmark footing!

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