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“It’s Brittany’s Christmas Joyride” is soon approaching. Lifetime’s beloved holiday programming is set to commence on November 29. This year sees a slate of 12 exciting new Christmas movies debuting on Fridays and Saturdays starting November 29.
Returning favorites include Brandy Norwood, Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Nischelle Turner, Tyler Hilton, and Arielle Kebbel, while new talent like James Lafferty makes his debut in Lifetime films.
Kane and Katelyn Brown will also join the action, serving as executive producers for Kebbel and Hilton’s flick, “Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch.”
December 4 will see the Lifetime Movie Network premiering a new holiday thriller, “Do What I Fear.”
In addition to the new films, Lifetime will start streaming 100 beloved holiday movies on its website, app, and VOD partners from October 27. Moreover, all new movies will be accessible the day after their premiere via TVE/VOD, while the Lifetime Movie Club will provide 70 archive titles starting October 24; the FAST Channel, Holiday Movie Favorites by Lifetime, will kick off on November 1 with classic titles.
Below is the complete schedule:
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Christmas Everyday
November 29, 8 p.m.
Cast: Brandy Norwood, Sy’rai Smith, Debbi Morgan, Robert C Riley, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman
Synopsis: “After her father’s passing, Fancy (Brandy Norwood) is determined to uphold her father’s cherished Christmas traditions as her mother Evelyn (Debbi Morgan) begins to lose her sight. However, chaos ensues as Fancy also plans her baby sister Belle’s (Sy’rai Smith) wedding. When a water pipe bursts disrupting the wedding plans, Fancy unexpectedly finds herself drawn to the rugged yet charming contractor Jaylen (Robert C Riley). Amidst all the turmoil, she learns valuable lessons about faith, family, and the real essence of Christmas.” -
The Christmas Campaign
November 29, 10 p.m.
Cast: Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Chelsea Rose Brooks and Austen Jaye
Synopsis: “Kayleigh Brooks (Chelsea Rose Brooks) is a competitive digital marketing executive whose colleague, Darren Morgan (Austen Jaye), has a more relaxed approach to work. Their boss, Monique (Vivica A. Fox), assigns them to devise a festive sales pitch for a key client, Santa’s Pajamas. Sparks fly not just in their office rivalry but in their budding romance, leading to a series of hilarious moments. Will the connection they develop survive the pressures of their competitive narratives?” -
Do You Fear What I Fear
December 4, 8 p.m. (LMN)
Cast: Ciara Hanna and Josh Henderson
Synopsis: “Claire (Ciarra Hanna) believes she’s left her idyllic Christmas hometown behind when she scores her dream job. However, her fresh start takes a dark turn with mysterious holiday decorations that start appearing in her apartment, each one carrying a message from someone who knows her too well. Who is the shadowy ‘Secret Santa’ observing her? Is it a charming new neighbor or her lingering ex? Claire must outsmart the threat and set a trap of her own to uncover the truth.” -
Jingle All the Way to Love
December 5, 8 p.m.
Cast: Erin Agostino and Romaine Waite
Synopsis: “Andi Kelton (Erin Agostino), at a New Year’s event, receives a magical sleigh bell from a handsome stranger, only to later pass it on. Years later, she finds herself a winner of a radio contest where the host, Jake (Romaine Waite), turns her sleigh bell story into a segment, enlisting listeners to help find her mystery man before Christmas arrives.” -
A Christmas Cookbook
Image Credit: David SPOWART / A+E Networks / A December 5, 10 p.m.
Cast: Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti
Synopsis: “Recently single Veronica Cearley (Ashley Newbrough) finds solace in The X-Mas Club — a warm community of food enthusiasts who gather to cook and celebrate the season. As she connects with the group’s endearing leader, Cullen Murdock (Franco Lo Presti), she begins to realize that the true beauty of Christmas lies in the bonds formed with those who feel like family.” -
Deck the Hallways
Image Credit: Syd Wong December 6, 8 p.m.
Cast: Loretta Devine, Naika Toussaint and Jamie M. Callica
Synopsis: “Zoe (Naika Toussaint), a tech executive from the Bay Area, returns to Chicago to visit her grandmother Agnes (Loretta Devine), who has opted for exciting new traditions instead of their traditional holiday party. Nostalgic for her childhood holiday cheer, Zoe collaborates with her childhood sweetheart, Jace (Jamie M. Callica), and their neighbors to bring back the celebration. As feelings rekindle between Zoe and Jace, unexpected challenges threaten the event, but Agnes rallying support could save the day, proving that the essence of the holidays and new romances flourish with those willing to embrace old customs.” -
Merry Missed Connection
December 6, 10 p.m.
Cast: Emily Alatalo and Andrew Bushell
Synopsis: “Marie (Emily Alatalo) is fully prepared for a last-chance speed dating event to find a man for Christmas, bringing along her comprehensive diary containing 24 years of her life’s account. However, a mix-up leads her to grab the wrong diary during the event. Will the lesson of the heart ultimately lead her to the right soulmate just in time for the holidays?” -
Runaway Bride for Christmas (working title)
Image Credit: SAM BEEKHAN 2024 / A+E Net December 12, 8 p.m.
Cast: Nischelle Turner and Mark Ghanime
Synopsis: “In search of solace after running away from her wedding, Emma (Nischelle Turner) returns to her hometown, where she unexpectedly reignites feelings for her high school crush, Mitch (Mark Ghanime). But as her ex resurfaces with intentions to win her back, she must decide whether she can brave a new heart before Christmas ends.” -
Christmas in Alaska
December 12, 10 p.m.
Cast: Emma Johnson and Marcus Rosner
Synopsis: “In a race for a lucrative promotion, rival journalists find themselves stuck in snowy Alaska after their flight faces an emergency landing. As Megan (Emma Johnson) follows her son’s festive bucket list, Oliver (Marcus Rosner) sets aside family drama to help save his sister’s inn. The stem of forced proximity sparks an unexpected romance during this holiday season. -
Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch
Image Credit: petr maur December 13, 8 p.m.
Cast: Arielle Kebbel and Tyler Hilton (produced by Kane and Katelyn Brown)
Synopsis: “Following an injury suffered during a high-stakes hockey game, pro player Wes Campbell (Tyler Hilton) is referred to Keller Ranch for recovery. There, he meets the determined rancher Maggie Keller (Arielle Kebbel), a single mom to son Dawson (Eshan Lyall), who is engaged in equine therapy. As Wes tentatively embraces the treatment, he begins to connect with Maggie — and learns that true healing often comes from love and support. But as their romance blossoms, they must confront whether it’s authentic or just a seasonal fling.” -
Rodeo Christmas Romance
Image Credit: David SPOWART / A+E Networks December 13, 10 p.m.
Cast: Rebecca Dalton and Corey Sevier
Synopsis: “Fiercely independent equestrian Emma (Rebecca Dalton) takes care of her friend’s ranch during the holidays and nurses her injured horse back to health. She clashes with brooding war veteran Noah (Corey Sevier), discovering that the magic of Christmas might be exactly what they need to heal both physical wounds and emotional scars.” -
Sweet Holiday Romance
Image Credit: PAULINA_STEVENS_PHOTOGRAPHY / A+ December 19, 8 p.m.
Cast: Erin Karpluk and Christopher Russell
Synopsis: “Top-tier pastry chef Amanda (Erin Karpluk) fears she may be losing her culinary touch. She signs up for the Chicago Holiday Cookie Competition, which mandates she’ll need to partner with local businesses. When she pairs with The Little Shop of Fudge, Amanda discovers that the owner’s handsome nephew Simon (Christopher Russell) is now running operations and his inexperience in fudge making may spell trouble—but could lead to a sweet holiday romance instead.” -
A Pickleball Christmas
Image Credit: Syd Wong December 20, 8 p.m.
Cast: Zibby Allen and James Lafferty
Synopsis: “Coming off a significant victory, tennis star Luke Hollis (James Lafferty) heads home to Florida for the holidays, discovering that his family’s racquet facility is about to be sold. Joining with Caroline (Zibby Allen), the club’s pickleball coach, he hesitantly enters a crucial holiday tournament that could rescue the facility. As their on-court chemistry blooms, Luke realizes the most meaningful wins may be rooted in love, family, and the paths we choose at home.”
