It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year, and honestly, we can’t wait. Even if 2020 hadn’t been the way it is, we’d still be eagerly anticipating days when we can settle down with a plate full of sugar cookies and hot chocolate in our hands to watch our favorite Christmas flicks.
We’re not the only ones in the holiday spirit a little early. Hallmark came out with its lineup of Countdown to Christmas movies, and now, Freeform has released its schedule of Freeform Christmas movies for this year.
There’s something for everyone in the “Kickoff to Christmas” programming, whether you’re looking to sing along with Frozen… or watch the entire Hunger Games quadrilogy, back-to-back. The fun starts on November 1, 2020 and goes all month!
Here’s What to Watch—and When
Note: All showtimes listed are in Central time.
Sunday, Nov. 1
7:30 a.m. – E.T. the Extra Terrestrial
10:05 a.m. – Jingle All the Way 2
12:05 p.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
2:10 p.m. – The Game Plan
4:50 p.m. – Matilda
6:55 p.m. – Frozen
9:25 p.m. – Coco
11:55 p.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
Monday, Nov. 2
12:00 p.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
2:05 p.m. – Matilda
4:10 p.m. – The Hunger Games
7:25 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Tuesday, Nov. 3
11:00 a.m. – The Hunger Games
2:00 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
5:30 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1
8:00 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2
12:00 a.m. – Stealing Christmas
Wednesday, Nov. 4
10:30 a.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1
1:00 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2
4:00 p.m. – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010)
6:30 p.m. – Frozen
9:00 p.m. – Shrek
12:00 a.m. – Jingle All the Way 2
Thursday, Nov. 5
10:30 a.m. – The Simpsons
5:00 p.m. – Shrek
7:00 p.m. – Hercules
9:00 p.m. – Inside Out
12:00 a.m. – Early Man
Friday, Nov. 6
10:30 a.m. – Boxtrolls
12:30 p.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007)
2:30 p.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
4:30 p.m. – The Santa Clause
6:30 p.m. – The Santa Clause 2
9:00 p.m. – The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
12:00 a.m. – The Simpsons
Saturday, Nov. 7
7:00 a.m. – Boxtrolls
9:00 a.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007)
11:00 a.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
1:05 p.m. – Prancer Returns
3:10 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
5:15 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 – Freeform Premiere
7:20 p.m. – Minions – Freeform Premiere
9:25 p.m. – Despicable Me 3 – Freeform Premiere
11:30 p.m. – Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
Sunday, Nov. 8
7:00 a.m. – The Mistle-tones
9:00 a.m. – Prancer Returns
11:00 a.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
1:05 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
3:10 p.m. – Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
4:50 p.m. – Minions
6:55 p.m. – Despicable Me 3
9:00 p.m. – Zootopia
11:30 p.m. – A Wrinkle in Time (2018) – Freeform Premiere
Monday, Nov. 9
12:00 p.m. – Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride
2:00 p.m. – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010)
4:30 p.m. – Alice in Wonderland (2010)
7:00 p.m. – Tarzan
9:00 p.m. – Shrek
12:00 a.m. – Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride
Tuesday, Nov. 10
11:30 a.m. – E.T. the Extra Terrestrial
2:05 p.m. – The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
4:10 p.m. – Chicken Little
6:15 p.m. – Shrek
8:20 p.m. – Wonder
12:00 a.m. – A Cinderella Story
Wednesday, Nov. 11
10:30 a.m. – The Preacher’s Wife
1:00 p.m. – Wonder
3:30 p.m. – A Cinderella Story
5:30 p.m. – The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
8:00 p.m. – The Simpsons
12:00 a.m. – A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits
Thursday, Nov. 12
1:30 p.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
3:30 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
5:30 p.m. – Mary Poppins (1964)
8:30 p.m. – Christopher Robin (2018) – Freeform Premiere
12:00 a.m. – Turkey Drop
Friday, Nov. 13
1:30 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
3:30 p.m. – The Goonies
6:00 p.m. – The Parent Trap (1998)
9:00 p.m. – The Secret Life of Pets – Freeform Premiere
12:00 a.m. – The Simpsons
Saturday, Nov. 14
7:00 a.m. – The Goonies
9:35 a.m. – The Simpsons
12:35 p.m. – Disney’s A Christmas Carol (2009)
2:40 p.m. – Lilo & Stitch
4:40 p.m. – The Secret Life of Pets
6:45 p.m. – Home Alone
9:15 p.m. – Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
11:55 p.m. – The Perfect Holiday
Sunday, Nov. 15
7:00 a.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
9:05 a.m. – Life-Size 2: A Christmas Eve
11:10 a.m. – The Perfect Holiday
1:15 p.m. – The Hunger Games
4:30 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
8:05 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1
10:45 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2
Monday, Nov. 16
11:30 a.m. – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
3:00 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1
5:30 p.m. – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2
8:30 p.m. – Pitch Perfect
12:00 a.m. – The Mistle-tones
Tuesday, Nov. 17
10:30 a.m. – Holiday in Handcuffs
12:30 p.m. – The Preacher’s Wife
3:00 p.m. – The Intern
5:30 p.m. – Pitch Perfect
8:00 p.m. – Love Actually
12:00 a.m. – The Perfect Holiday
Wednesday, Nov. 18
11:30 a.m. – The Perfect Holiday
1:30 p.m. – The Intern
4:00 p.m. – Love Actually
7:00 p.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
9:00 p.m. – Disney’s A Christmas Carol (2009)
12:00 a.m. – A Cinderella Story
Thursday, Nov. 19
12:00 p.m. – Turkey Drop
2:00 p.m. – A Cinderella Story
4:00 p.m. – The Princess Bride
6:30 p.m. – Matilda
8:30 p.m. – Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
12:00 a.m. – A Very Merry Muppet Movie – Freeform Premiere
Friday, Nov. 20
10:30 a.m. – Prancer Returns
12:35 p.m. – Matilda
2:40 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
4:45 p.m. – Hercules
6:50 p.m. – Minions
8:55 p.m. – Despicable Me 3
12:00 a.m. – The Simpsons
Saturday, Nov. 21
7:00 a.m. – Prancer Returns
9:10 a.m. – Bon Voyage Charlie Brown
10:45 a.m. – The Simpsons
12:15 p.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
2:20 p.m. – Bolt
4:30 p.m. – Minions
6:40 p.m. – Despicable Me 3
8:45 p.m. – Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
11:25 p.m. – Shrek
1:30 a.m. – Scared Shrekless
Sunday, Nov. 22
7:00 a.m. – Bon Voyage Charlie Brown
8:30 a.m. – The Simpsons
10:00 a.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007)
12:00 p.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
2:00 p.m. – Shrek
4:05 p.m. – Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
6:45 p.m. – Home Alone
9:15 p.m. – Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
11:55 p.m. – Black Nativity – Freeform Premiere
Monday, Nov. 23
11 a.m. – E.T. the Extra Terrestrial
1:40 p.m. – The Princess Bride
4:10 p.m. – The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
6:50 p.m. – Inside Out
8:55 p.m. – The Secret Life of Pets
12 a.m. – The Simpsons
Tuesday, Nov. 24
11 a.m. – Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic
12 p.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
2 p.m. – The Goonies
4:30 p.m. – The Game Plan
7 p.m. – The Secret Life of Pets
9 p.m. – Shrek
12 a.m. – Prancer Returns
Wednesday, Nov. 25
10:30 a.m. – Prancer Returns
12:30 p.m. – The Goonies
3:00 p.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
5:00 p.m. – Penguins of Madagascar – Freeform Premiere
7:00 p.m. – Shrek
9:00 p.m. – Tangled
12:00 a.m. – Turkey Drop
Thursday, Nov. 26
7:00 a.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
10:30 a.m. – Bon Voyage Charlie Brown
12:00 p.m. – Penguins of Madagascar
2:00 p.m. – Pocahontas
4:00 p.m. – The Princess and the Frog
6:00 p.m. – Home Alone
8:30 p.m. – Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
12:00 a.m. – Matilda
Friday, Nov. 27
10:30 a.m. – Matilda
12:30 p.m. – Jingle All The Way 2
2:30 p.m. – The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
4:30 p.m. – Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
6:00 p.m. – Ratatouille
8:30 p.m. – Zootopia
12:00 a.m. – The Simpsons
Saturday, Nov. 28
7:00 a.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007)
9:00 a.m. – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
11:05 a.m. – The Simpsons
11:35 a.m. – Deck the Halls (2006)
1:40 p.m. – The Parent Trap (1998)
4:50 p.m. – Cinderella (2015)
7:20 p.m. – Moana
9:50 p.m. – Beauty and the Beast (1991)
11:55 p.m. – The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
Sunday, Nov. 29
7:00 a.m. – The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
9:10 a.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
11:20 a.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
1:25 p.m. – Matilda
3:30 p.m. – Cinderella (2015)
6:00 p.m. – The Incredibles
8:40 p.m. – Incredibles 2 – Freeform Premiere
11:20 p.m. – The Goonies
Monday, Nov. 30
7:00 a.m. – Christmas with the Kranks
10:30 a.m. – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
12:30 p.m. – A Cinderella Story
2:35 p.m. – The Goonies
5:10 p.m. – Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
6:50 p.m. – Up
8:55 p.m. – Wreck-It Ralph
12:00 a.m. – Snow
Merry Grinchmas Cookies
Baking cookies around the holidays is a big deal in our house. Some are a must every year and we also come up with new recipes. This one is simple, delicious and fun to make with the kids!—Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Easy Slow-Cooker Mac & Cheese
My sons always say I'm the best mom in the world when I make this creamy mac-and-cheese perfection. Does it get any better than that? —Heidi Fleek, Hamburg, Pennsylvania
Muffin-Tin Pizzas
I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough make this meal a snap. —Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana
Cheeseburger Soup
A local restaurant serves a similar cheeseburger soup but wouldn't share its recipe with me. So I developed my own, modifying a recipe for potato soup. I was really pleased with the way this all-American treat turned out. —Joanie Shawhan, Madison, Wisconsin
Dogs in a Sweater
For a new twist on an old favorite, try these skewered hot dogs wrapped with breadstick dough and baked. They're fun to dip in ketchup, mustard or ranch dressing. The dressed-up dog recipe comes kid-tested from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Candy Cane Punch
Peppermint ice cream makes this creamy drink taste—and look—more like a dessert than a punch! I've mixed it many times for ladies' lunches and buffets. For a fun garnish, hang mini candy canes around the punch bowl or on cups. —Neva Schnauber, Ft. Collins, Colorado
Taco-Filled Pasta Shells
I've been stuffing pasta shells with different fillings for years, but my family enjoys this version with taco-seasoned meat the most. The frozen shells are so convenient, because you can take out only the number you need for a single-serving lunch or family dinner. Just add zippy taco sauce and bake. —Marge Hodel, Roanoke, Illinois
Santa Sugar Cookies
Ho ho ho! St. Nick can drop in any time when you bake these cute-as-can-be treats formed with a heart-shaped cookie cutter.—Jill Boruff, Soap Lake, Washington
Ranch Snack Mix
This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn't involve any cooking. It's a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it's a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. —Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin
Sloppy Joe Pasta
Since I found this quick-to-fix recipe a few years ago, it's become a regular part of my menu plans. Everyone loves the combination of sloppy joe ingredients, shell pasta and cheddar cheese. —Lynne Leih, Idyllwild, California
Pizza Meat Loaf Cups
Fix and freeze these moist little meat loaves packed with pizza flavor. They're great to reheat for an after-school snack or quick dinner on soccer night. My family likes to drizzle extra pizza sauce on top. —Susan Wollin, Marshall, Wisconsin
Beef-Stuffed Potatoes
This is a stuffed potato with a twist. Teenagers like the flavor the green chiles and cheese add.
Triple Cheese Twists
Our stovetop macaroni and cheese is extra special, thanks to the buttery crumb topping. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Gingerbread Cutout Cookies
Our two boys linger around the kitchen when these homemade gingerbread cookies are baking. I make this gingerbread cookie recipe throughout the year using a variety of cookie cutters. —Christy Thelan, Kellogg, Iowa
Reindeer Snack Mix
Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory Christmas snack. Humans also will enjoy the buttery, perfectly seasoned and wonderfully crunchy combination. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Tasty Burritos
My cousin is of Mexican heritage, and I’ve watched her make this crunchy beef burrito recipe for years. The very first time I made them for my own family, they instantly became a favorite meal. They’re even better warmed up the next day in the microwave. —Debi Lane, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Garlic Toast Pizzas
Between working full-time, going to school and raising three children, finding time-saving recipes that my family likes is one of my biggest challenges. These quick pizzas pack a huge amount of flavor. —Amy Grim, Chillicothe, Ohio
No-Bake Christmas Wreath Treats
Cornflakes take the place of traditional rice cereal in these sweet no bake Christmas cookies from our Test Kitchen. Dressed up with green food coloring and red candies, they're a fun addition to cookie platters and dessert buffets. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Striped Chocolate Popcorn
For a bake sale last year, I wanted to try something different. I’d seen chocolate popcorn in a candy shop and thought I’d try making it. This recipe was a great success. —Mary Schmittinger, Colgate, Wisconsin
Quick Chili Mac
This combines chili with one of my favorite pasta dishes. I often serve it for company or potlucks and occasionally add taco seasoning or use beanless chili and add black beans. —Lee Steinmetz, Lansing, Michigan
Pepperoni Roll-Ups
Here is a fast appetizer recipe that goes over well at my house. Each bite has gooey melted cheese and real pizza flavor. Try serving them with pizza sauce for dipping. —Debra Purcell, Safford, Arizona
Elf Cookies
A sweet frosting glaze, colorful candies and well-placed almond slices turn these sugar cookie diamonds into a big batch of Santa’s helpers. TIP: Bake a batch of the adorable elves as a classroom treat or use a few to brighten each of your cookie trays. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Light 'n' Crispy Waffles
Club soda gives these crisp waffles a fluffy texture. With only four ingredients, homemade waffles don't get much easier than this!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Pizza Sandwiches
I give grilled cheese a special treatment by using slices of mozzarella cheese and adding delicious extras like pepperoni and fresh tomatoes. Dipped in warm pizza sauce, this will be a fast favorite! —Mary Monaco, Columbus, Ohio
Grinch Punch
My family expects to see this frothy green beverage on my Christmas buffet each year. It always makes everyone happy. —Janice Hodge, Custer, South Dakota
Mini Pizza Cups
Served hot or cold, these little pizzas are wonderful. Their small size makes them ideal for an after-school snack or kid-friendly party. Plus, they’re so easy to make, little ones can help you in the kitchen! —Jane Jones, Cedar, Minnesota
Kids' Favorite Chili
This third-generation hearty chili is a family favorite. It's a sweet and easy chili that's sure to warm up the whole family on those chilly fall nights. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Colorful Candy Bar Cookies
No one will guess that these sweet treats with the candy bar center start with store-bought dough. Roll them in colored sugar or just dip the tops for even faster assembly. Instead of using miniature candy bars, slice regular-size Snickers candy bars into 1-inch pieces for the centers. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Cheesy Quesadillas
We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Ranch Popcorn
What’s movie night at home without some popcorn to munch? Try a big tub of this buttery, showstopping blend. It’s easy, cheesy and finger-lickin’ good. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mini Shepherd's Pies
These savory little pies may be made with simple convenience items, but I'm just as confident serving them to drop-in company as I am to my husband and three boys. —Ellen Osborne, Clarksville, Tennessee
Vanilla Almond Hot Cocoa
Treat your family to this comforting, homemade cocoa as you decorate the tree or open holiday gifts. Vanilla and almond extracts make it taste even more special. —Vicki Holloway, Joelton, Tennessee
Cheeseburger Skillet Dinner
This skillet dinner is doubly quick. The leftovers-if there are any-can be reheated to make a second meal as tasty as the first. —Karen Grimes, Stephens City, Virginia
Sweet & Salty Snowmen
My son and I made these pretzel snowmen using different candies. They make fun table decorations when set in glasses of coconut “snow.” —Carol Berndt, Avon, South Dakota
Layered Christmas Gelatin
Christmastime always means that this recipe comes out of my recipe box. The traditional holiday colors in this salad make the buffet table look so pretty. —Diane Schefelker, Ireton, Iowa
Makeover Tater-Topped Casserole
I love Tater Tot casserole, but wanted a lighter version of the recipe. The Taste of Home Test Kitchen slashed the fat in this classic dish, while keeping all the Tots my family loves. Who know you could have healthy Tater Tots?! —Scott Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bake
My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we’ve been married, we’ve made several changes to the ingredients and now it’s even better than the original. —Lisa DeMarsh, Mount Solon, Virginia
Chocolate Reindeer Cookies
Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday spread with these chocolaty treats. They're perfect for getting little ones involved. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Pizza Ring
Mom made a ring with chicken and broccoli one night. I said I’d rather have pizza. That’s how this recipe was born! —Tricia Richardson, Springdale, Arkansas
Frito Pie
Frito pie is legendary in the Southwest for being spicy, salty and cheesy fabulous. Here’s my easy take on this crunchy classic. —Jan Moon, Alamogordo, New Mexico
Muffin-Tin Lasagnas
This is a super fun way to serve lasagna for make-ahead lunches, potlucks or other fun get-togethers. My daughter took some of these to work and by noon was emailing me for the recipe. —Sally Kilkenny, Granger, Iowa
Loaded Baked Potato Dip
I never thought of using waffle-cut fries as a scoop for dip until a friend of mine did at a baby shower. They’re ideal for my cheesy bacon and chive dip, which tastes just like a baked potato topper. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Bake
This casserole brings together two classic comfort foods: grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. There’s no need for hands to get messy dipping bread into a bowl of hot soup. Best of all, my picky-eater husband devours every bite. —Morgan Seger, Ansonia, Ohio
Waffle-Iron Pizzas
These little pizza pockets are a fun mashup using the waffle iron. Try your favorite toppings or even breakfast fillings like ham and eggs on this waffle pizza. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Three-Cheese Meatball Mostaccioli
When my husband travels for work, I make a special dinner for my kids to keep their minds off missing Daddy. This tasty mostaccioli is meatball magic. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan
Pizza Monkey Bread
I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. —Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
Mini Mac & Cheese Dogs
We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
The Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup
My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.—Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado
Chewy Caramel-Coated Popcorn
When I was a kid, my mom made this recipe often. I've adapted it to make it more chewy and gooey than her crunchy, nut-loaded version. I get requests to make this for every event that I host, and have never had a single leftover! —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Sweet Potato-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
I was looking for ways to spice up traditional chicken nuggets and came up with this recipe. The chips add a crunchy texture and flavor, while the meat is tender on the inside. —Kristina Segarra, Yonkers, New YorkThe post Here’s the FULL Lineup of Freeform Christmas Movies—and When to Tune In appeared first on Taste of Home.
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