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With only 112 days until Christmas, it’s about time holiday movie presents start dropping. And UPtv’s 2025 lineup is full of treats.
PEOPLE can exclusively reveal the network’s festive programming slate, which includes eight new movies — featuring stars like Joey Lawrence, Vivica A. Fox and Rob Mayes — a series and more than 50 days of Christmas cheer!
The festivities kick off on National Uplift Someone Day, Oct. 30, with a holiday movie marathon, and the new movies start rolling out on Nov. 2. The cable premiere of season 1 of The Christmas Checklist begins airing on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. ET/PT, and new episodes will air the following Saturdays.
“Our upcoming Christmas slate is all about capturing the joy and wonder of the holiday season, along with a little bit of that holiday magic everyone loves,” Crissie Miller, vice president of content strategy and acquisition at UP Entertainment, said in a statement. “Our movies are full of heart and laughter, perfect for cozy nights and festive traditions. We’re bringing our viewers a fresh take on holiday storytelling that’s warm, fun and unmistakably us. We are thrilled to kick off the holiday season on National Uplift Someone Day because what’s more uplifting than Christmas movies?”
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Before Santa starts ho-ho-hoing at us, here are all the details on the details (including the network’s official descriptions) heading to UPtv this season.
The Great Christmas Snow-In, starring Amanda Fuller, Joey Lawrence and Ricardo Chavez, on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. ET
After his engagement is called off, Justin retreats to a secluded cabin meant for his honeymoon, only to be snowed in with Jane, his ex-fiancée’s cousin. As tension builds, a spark forms between them, but when Justin’s ex shows up with her new boyfriend, things get even more complicated. In the close quarters of the cabin, secrets unravel, leading to unexpected discoveries about love and second chances.
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A Royal Christmas Manor, starring Brianna Cohen, Kirk Barker and Jennifer McKinley, on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. ET
Prince Alexander of Fredonia escapes to a cozy inn hoping to experience a traditional American Christmas. Katie, who runs the inn, falls for him, completely unaware of his true royal identity.
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Saving the Christmas Ranch, starring Brianna Cohen, Jonathan Stoddard and Kirby Schwarber, on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. ET
When the accountant for Carrie Williams’ family’s Christmas lodge makes off with all their money, Carrie has just 2 days to come up with nine months of missing mortgage payments or be foreclosed upon. Charming developer John Dunn has been calling Carrie from afar for a while, and now he’s here in person to make an offer on the ranch she can hardly refuse. Can Carrie raise enough funds before the deadline to save her home? Or will she be forced to sell to John, who hasn’t been entirely truthful about how he came to be there.
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A Royal Christmas Hope, starring Jenna Michno, Robert Adamson and Kayla Fields, on Sunday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. ET
At Christmastime in New York City, Julia Carter runs a nonprofit helping families in need. Still grieving her husband, she fights to keep hope alive — especially through her non-profit work and the annual tree lighting. Across the ocean, Prince Christopher escapes royal duties for a break in the U.S. When a chance meeting sparks a connection, their bond deepens, and secrets and holiday pressures force them to face what truly matters.
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The Christmas Checklist season 1, starring Sarah Power and Jarod Joseph, airs Saturdays beginning Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. ET
A grieving daughter receives a Christmas checklist from her recently deceased mom with 12 activities she must complete before Christmas.
A Christmas in Amish Country, starring Ella Cannon and Jason Tobias, on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. ET
When a rising chef’s career implodes after a harsh review, she returns to her Amish roots in rural Pennsylvania only to find healing through slow-cooking techniques and the comforts of home, including rekindling a friendship with the sweet Amish farmer she left behind.
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A Christmas Murder Mystery, starring Jamie Bernadette, Rob Mayes and Vivica A. Fox, on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. ET
Vera Vexley is the editor of the Metropolitan Ledger’s puzzle section, and a part-time consulting detective for the local sheriff’s office. This year, she has been invited to spend the holidays with family friends, the Sterlings, a wealthy family who appears to be hiding enough secrets to stuff a sleigh. Vera soon finds herself helming a murder investigation when someone is found dead on Christmas morning, putting her at odds with the quick-tempered and distraught family members. Can Vera find the culprit before the holidays turn even more deadly?
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Christmas in Big Sky Country, starring Rebecca Dalton, Olivier Renaud and Shaun Johnston, on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. ET
Becca Collins collaborates with Logan Johnston, the oil company’s new PR agent, to ensure her brother-in-law returns home safely for the holidays after an incident on an oil rig. Can Becca trust Logan’s intentions?
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Christmas with the Knightlys, starring Celeste Desjardins, Joe Scarpellino and Brian Cook, on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. ET
Georgia Jackson hopes to put on a Christmas showcase with her students, but finds herself in the spotlight when in exchange for a new community center she agrees to pose as the girlfriend of Chase Knightly, the famous son of a billionaire.
In addition to UPtv’s cable offerings, subscription streaming service UP Faith & Family kicks off Christmas on Oct. 30 with more than 200 Christmas movies as part of “Cozy UP to Christmas.” Fans can track their viewing on the My UPtv app.
