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As the holiday season approaches, there's no better way to soak in the spirit of Christmas than by watching Hallmark Channel's heartwarming movies. If you love stories filled with romance, family, and festive cheer, get ready for the Countdown to Christmas 2024! This year's lineup features 32 delightful new films that promise to spread joy and warmth, and DISH has everything you need to enjoy every moment!

Running from October 18, 2024, Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas is a beloved tradition. Here's a sneak peek at some exciting movies premiering in October:

Featured October Movies:

• Twas the Date Before Christmas (10/18): Jessie (Groening) meets Bryan (Buckley) on a dating app and must keep her lie about bringing him to her family's holiday tradition a secret. Amid quirky holiday activities, real feelings blossom, but family suspicions threaten their budding romance.
• Holiday Crashers (10/19): Best friends Toni (Fonseca) and Bri (Monet) crash exclusive Christmas parties, ending up at a corporate retreat in Vermont, navigating romance and self-discovery.
• Scouting for Christmas (10/20): Angela, a busy realtor and single mom, collaborates with William, the owner of her daughter's favorite bakery, for a holiday event. As sparks fly, she must choose between her past and a new beginning.
• Operation Nutcracker (10/25): When an antique nutcracker goes missing before a charity auction, a determined event planner teams up with the Warby heir to track it down, facing holiday challenges along the way.
• The Christmas Charade (10/26): After a blind date mix-up, Alice (Findlay) and Special Agent Josh (Sevier) go undercover, pretending to be a couple to catch an art thief, all while developing unexpected feelings.
• The 5-Year Christmas Party (10/27): Alice (Findlay) and her theater school rival, Max (Fisher), reunite each holiday season to work together, confronting their true feelings as they say goodbye to the job that brought them together.

These films, along with many others, will fill your holiday season with laughter, love, and a sprinkle of magic. Don't forget to download the full schedule to plan your perfect Hallmark movie marathon!

Enjoy Hallmark for Free with DISH's Pick Your Pack Offer

If you're not a DISH customer yet, now is the perfect time to switch! With DISH's Pick Your Pack offer, new customers can enjoy the Heartland Pack, which includes Hallmark Channel, FREE for an entire year! This fantastic deal means you can indulge in all your favorite holiday movies without any extra cost.

Imagine snuggling up on the couch with a cup of cocoa, surrounded by twinkling lights, as you dive into a Hallmark movie marathon. From timeless classics to new holiday premieres, DISH has everything you need to make your season magical.

Learn more about this amazing offer at the DISH website: Pick Your Pack Offer.

A Cozy Hot Chocolate Recipe

What's a Hallmark movie marathon without a delicious cup of hot chocolate? Here's a simple recipe to elevate your cozy evenings:

• 2 cups milk (any kind)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream (for topping)
• Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a small pot, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar.
2. Gradually add milk, whisking continuously.
3. Heat over medium until hot but not boiling, stirring frequently.
4. Stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
5. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla.
6. Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and garnish as desired.

Final Thoughts

This holiday season, make sure you're ready to enjoy every moment of the Countdown to Christmas 2024 with DISH. With the chance to watch Hallmark Channel for free for a year, you'll be all set to fill your home with laughter, love, and holiday cheer!