For those who adore Christmas, it’s one of the most exciting times of year – the day when Movies 24 officially decks the halls to become Christmas 24. This year, that special day has been confirmed as Saturday, 20^th October.

Christmas 24 shows all Christmas movies, all the time. Viewers can expect the best Hallmark has to offer in the way of heart-warming festive films, full of unexpected romances and families coming together.

There will be Christmas premieres every weekend at 3pm and 5pm from the date of the launch, including The Christmas Train starring Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding), Crown for Christmas starring Danica McKellar (The Wonder Years), and Christmas Next Door starring Jesse Metcalfe (Desperate Housewives).

The full premiere line up is below:

The Christmas Train premieres Saturday 20^th October at 3pm, with Crown for Christmas at 5pm.

Christmas at Holly Lodge premieres Sunday 21^st October at 3pm, with Rocky Mountain Christmas at 5pm.

Sound of Christmas premieres Saturday 27^th October at 5pm, with Christmas with a View at 5pm.

Hometown Holiday premieres Sunday October 28^th at 3pm, with Christmas Next Door at 5pm.