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Hallmark Channel is the quintessential 24-hour television destination for family-friendly programming and a leader in the production of original movies. One of the fastest-growing major ad-supported cable networks since its launch in 2001 and reaching almost 87 million U.S. homes, Hallmark Channel delivers on a 100 year legacy and a brand promise that resonates with viewers. The network is also presented fully in high definition (HD).

Hallmark Channel’s foundation of original movies is characterized by strong storytelling through compelling themes and vibrant characters. In addition to its movies, the channel launched a block of daytime programming from Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in 2010. Complementing its movie and daytime schedule, Hallmark Channel presents popular television series, including “The Golden Girls,” “Cheers,” and “Who’s The Boss”.

Hallmark Channel continues to expand its offerings to viewers through its companion network, Hallmark Movie Channel.

Launched in April 2008, Hallmark Movie Channel in HD is simulcast with Hallmark Movie Channel SD, and offers audiences an unparalleled family-friendly viewing experience. Hallmark Movie Channel, one of the fastest-growing cable TV networks from 2009 - 2011, and now in over 45 million homes, is a 24-hour digital cable network dedicated to bringing viewers original movies with a mix of classic theatrical films, presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library, Hallmark Channel Original Movies and special events.

Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel, housed under umbrella division Crown Media Family Networks, serve as the exclusive cable home to the prestigious Hallmark Hall of Fame library, the longest-running and most-awarded movie series in television’s history.

Crown Media Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWN), owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

HALLMARK CHANNEL RECENT ORIGINAL MOVIES

Taste of Romance
When former fire fighter Gill Callahan opens up a restaurant, he ruffles the feathers of Sarah Westover, owner of a French restaurant next door, but as the ice melts between them, Sarah helps Gill’s restaurant at the expense of gaining notoriety for herself. Stars Teri Polo and James Patrick Stuart. Premiered on January 14, 2012

Fixing Pete
Fashion writer Alexis is given the job assignment to make over Pete Mallion, a messy, chauvinistic, sports journalist. Although she is repulsed by Pete at first, she teaches him how to improve his inner and outer beauty and along the way discovers he is something special beneath the surface. Stars Brooke Burns, Dylan Bruno, Valerie Harper, and John Ratzenberger. Premiered on January 7, 2012

Christmas Magic
After a terrible car accident, Carrie Blackford must earn her wings in heaven as a guardian angel to Scott Walker and his daughter Abby. But she might lose her wings when she falls in love with Scott. Stars Lindy Booth. Premiered on December 18, 2011

Christmas Comes Home To Canaan
Daniel Burton takes his disabled son to San Francisco for an operation that may help him walk again. There Daniel meets a beautiful doctor and falls in love, but will their love survive? Stars Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig, and Jaishon Fisher. Premiered on December 17, 2011

The Christmas Pageant
An overbearing theater director's reputation leaves her one, measly job offer--directing a small-town Christmas pageant. She begrudgingly takes the job and becomes a better person as a result. Stars Melissa Gilbert, Robert Mailhouse, and Edward Hermann. Premiered on December 11, 2011

Annie Claus is Coming to Town
Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. Little does she know, one of Santa’s helpers has hired an actor to win Annie’s heart over so she leaves the North Pole permanently. Stars Maria Thayer, Sam Page, and Vivica A. Fox. Premiered on December 10, 2011

A Princess For Christmas
Jules Daly struggles with parenting her orphaned niece and nephew. A trip to visit the children's grandfather--a royal duke in the English countryside--makes for a magical Christmas season. Stars Katie McGrath and Sir Roger Moore. Premiered on December 3, 2011

Debbie Macomber's Trading Christmas
In this holiday tale about twists of fate, Emily and Charles find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas season ever. Stars Gil Bellows, Tom Cavanagh, and Faith Ford. Premiered on November 26, 2011

The Case For Christmas
A young lawyer and single father still mourning the loss of his wife takes Santa on as a client. He not only helps save Santa, but discovers the courage to let love back into his life just in time for Christmas. Stars Dean Cain and Rachel Blanchard. Premiered on November 19, 2011

Cancel Christmas
Santa Claus discovers children have become too greedy and must prove otherwise before his favorite holiday is canceled. Santa's mission is to teach two incorrigible children the importance of charity. Stars Judd Nelson and Natalie Brown. Premiered on November 13, 2011

Lucky Christmas
Holly Ceroni is devastated when she learns her winning lottery ticket is in her stolen car. But what happens when the man behind it falls for Holly? Stars Elizabeth Berkley and Jason Gray-Stanford. Premiered on November 12, 2011

Mistletoe Over Manhattan
When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to find Christmas spirit in the world to prove her husband's work still brings holiday joy. With a little faith and holiday magic, Mrs. Claus saves the day and inspires Santa to keep up the good work! Premiered on November 6, 2011

Love's Christmas Journey
Recently widowed Ellie King visits her brother Aaron Davis and his two children during the Christmas holiday. To her dismay, the season’s festivities are threatened when Aaron goes missing. Stars Ellie Davis, Sean Astin, and Jobeth Williams. Premiered on November 5, 2011

HALLMARK MOVIE CHANNEL RECENT ORIGINAL MOVIES

Goodnight for Justice: The Measure of a Man
Circuit judge John Goodnight reunites with old flame Callie Bluepointe and discovers her hometown is under siege by an outlaw and his masked riders. The one bandit John captures turns out to be Callie’s son Will, and the town wants to see him hang. But when Callie reveals the powerful secret behind her son’s identity, Goodnight is determined to put Will on the right path and bring an end to the outlaw’s reign of terror once and for all. Stars Luke Perry. Premieres on January 28, 2012

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