Lifetime Christmas Movies List (Updated for 2025!)

The wait is over—Lifetime has unveiled its complete lineup of holiday films for the 2025 season! Get ready to cozy up with brand-new Christmas movies starting November 29. With 13 original premieres hitting the airwaves this year, Lifetime is delivering even more festive content than last season.

Whether you’re a devoted holiday movie enthusiast or just looking for heartwarming entertainment, this guide will help you stay on top of every premiere. Plus, I’ve created a free printable checklist so you never miss a moment of the magic!

This post and printable checklist has been updated for 2025!

You can also find the Hallmark Christmas Movie Schedule, UpTV Christmas Movies list and Great American Family Christmas movies list with a free printable checklist to round out your holiday movie planning.

Lifetime Christmas Movies List

Lifetime is rolling out 12 new Christmas movies on the main Lifetime channel, airing Friday and Saturday evenings from November 29 through December 20. Additionally, Lifetime Movie Network will premiere one exclusive holiday thriller on December 4—making for a total of 13 fresh films to enjoy this season.

Complete 2025 Lifetime Christmas Movie Schedule

All movies air at 8:00 PM or 10:00 PM EST

November 29 – Double Feature Night

Christmas Everyday – 8 PM
⭐ Brandy Norwood, Sy’rai Smith, Debbi Morgan, Robert C. Riley, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman

Fancy is committed to preserving her late father’s Christmas traditions while supporting her mother, who is gradually losing her vision. Between planning her sister Belle’s extravagant wedding and dealing with a burst water pipe, Fancy finds herself unexpectedly charmed by Jaylen, the contractor hired to repair the damage. Through the holiday chaos, she discovers profound lessons about faith, family bonds, and what Christmas truly means.

The Christmas Campaign – 10 PM
⭐ Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Chelsea Rose Brooks, Austen Jaye

Competitive advertising executive Kayleigh Brooks and her relaxed counterpart Darren Morgan couldn’t be more different. When their boss Monique pairs them together to create a festive holiday pitch for their biggest client, Santa’s Pajamas, professional rivalry quickly ignites. As they navigate everything from a Christmas Toy Drive to an eventful family dinner where Kayleigh introduces Darren to her mother Denise, their clashing styles begin to create unexpected sparks. Will their budding connection survive the pressure of competition?

December 4

Do You Fear What I Fear – 8 PM (Lifetime Movie Network)
⭐ Ciara Hanna, Josh Henderson

Claire believes she’s finally escaped her idyllic Christmas hometown when she lands her dream job in the city. Her excitement turns to terror when mysterious holiday decorations begin appearing in her apartment—each one a disturbing message from someone who knows her intimately. Is her charming neighbor behind it? Her persistent ex? To unmask her dangerous ‘Secret Santa,’ Claire must become the hunter instead of the hunted.

December 5 – Double Feature Night

Jingle All the Way to Love – 8 PM
⭐ Erin Agostino, Romaine Waite

Years ago, Andi Kelton received a lucky sleigh bell from a mysterious stranger at a New Year’s party before passing it along. Now a successful lawyer, she wins a radio contest where host Jake transforms her sleigh bell story into a captivating segment. With the help of devoted listeners, they embark on a quest to track down her mystery man before Christmas arrives.

A Christmas Cookbook – 10 PM
⭐ Ashley Newbrough, Franco Lo Presti

Finding herself newly single during the holidays, Veronica Cearley discovers The X-Mas Club—a welcoming group of food enthusiasts who celebrate the season through cooking, giving back, and embracing their solo status. When she develops feelings for Cullen Murdock, the club’s kind-hearted founder, she realizes that the heart of Christmas isn’t found in recipes or rituals, but in the people who make you feel at home.

December 6 – Double Feature Night

Deck the Hallways – 8 PM
⭐ Loretta Devine, Naika Toussaint, Jamie M. Callica

Tech executive Zoe returns to Chicago to visit her grandmother Agnes, only to discover that Agnes has abandoned old traditions—including her late husband’s cherished holiday party—in favor of new adventures. Longing for the festive warmth of her childhood, Zoe teams up with her charming childhood crush Jace and their 5th Floor neighbors to resurrect the celebration. As romance blooms between Zoe and Jace, a last-minute cancellation threatens everything until Agnes steps in to save the day.

Merry Missed Connection – 10 PM
⭐ Emily Alatalo, Andrew Bushell

Marie has meticulously documented her life for 24 years, including a comprehensive list of dating dos and don’ts. When she attends a speed dating event in a final attempt to find someone special for Christmas, she brings her trusty diary along. In the evening’s chaos, she accidentally picks up someone else’s diary instead of her own. Can these star-crossed strangers reunite before the holidays end?

December 12 – Double Feature Night

Runaway Bride for Christmas (working title) – 8 PM
⭐ Nischelle Turner, Mark Ghanime

Runaway bride Emma seeks shelter in the only town she’s ever truly called home, where she unexpectedly reconnects with Mitch, her former high school crush who’s nursing his own heartbreak. When Emma’s ex arrives determined to reconcile, she must find the courage to risk her heart once more before Christmas passes.

Christmas in Alaska – 10 PM
⭐ Emma Johnson, Marcus Rosner

Rival journalists Megan and Oliver are competing for the same prestigious promotion when their plane makes an emergency landing in snowy Alaska. As Megan helps her young son complete his festive bucket list and Oliver assists his sister in saving the family inn, they discover an entirely unexpected Christmas romance developing between them.

December 13 – Double Feature Night

Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch – 8 PM
⭐ Arielle Kebbel, Tyler Hilton

Professional hockey player Wes Campbell suffers an injury just three weeks before Christmas and is sent to Keller Ranch in Nashville for recovery. There he meets Maggie Keller, a no-nonsense single mother and equestrian-assisted therapist. Despite his initial doubts about equine therapy, Wes is desperate to return to the ice. As Maggie helps break down his defenses, Wes supports her in healing from her husband’s death. When romance unexpectedly blooms, they must determine if their connection can last beyond the holiday season.

Rodeo Christmas Romance – 10 PM
⭐ Rebecca Dalton, Corey Sevier

Fiercely independent equestrian Emma finds herself ranch-sitting for a friend while caring for her injured horse over Christmas. She clashes with brooding veteran Noal, but discovers that the season’s magic might be exactly what both their hearts need to heal.

December 19

Sweet Holiday Romance – 8 PM
⭐ Erin Karpluk, Christopher Russell

World-renowned pastry chef Amanda worries she’s losing her creative edge. Determined to reclaim her title as the Queen of Christmas Cookies, she enters the Chicago Christmas Market Cookie Competition, which requires partnering with another local business. She chooses The Little Shop of Fudge, a beloved hometown staple, only to discover that owner Jackie has left her nephew Simon—who knows nothing about making fudge—in charge. As they race to recreate Jackie’s famous fudge recipe for the competition, their opposing approaches might just create the perfect recipe for romance.

December 20

A Pickleball Christmas – 8 PM
⭐ Zibby Allen, James Lafferty

Tennis champion Luke Hollis returns to Florida for Christmas following his biggest career victory, only to learn his family’s racquet club faces potential sale. Partnering with Caroline, the club’s pickleball coach, Luke agrees to compete in a crucial holiday tournament that could save the business. As they compete both on and off the court, Luke discovers that his greatest win might not be a trophy, but finding love, family, and a new beginning at home.

Beyond New Premieres: Even More Holiday Content

Can’t get enough Christmas movies? Lifetime has you covered with an extensive library of festive favorites:

• 100 beloved holiday films available on Lifetime’s website, app, and VOD platforms starting October 27
• All new 2025 movies available on TVE/VOD the day following their premiere
• Lifetime Movie Club featuring 70 library titles beginning October 24
• Holiday Movie Favorites by Lifetime FAST Channel launching November 1 with classic titles