Hallmark movies may not be Oscar worthy, but they live in the hearts of families everywhere. It’s easy to envision the magic of Christmas when watching a Hallmark movie. Regardless of age or interests, everyone can cuddle under a blanket with a mug of hot chocolate and enjoy the delightful cheesiness of a Hallmark movie.
Hallmark Hall of Fame presentations originally began in 1951, with the very first movie being Amahl and the Night Visitors. The modern Hallmark channel debuted in 2001, when they began churning out countless movies for every holiday.
Some big blockbuster pictures take years to write and film and edit. However, Hallmark comes out with 40, just during Christmas time. With average budgets of just under 2 million dollars, they do not cost much to make, compared with the average production.
Now, the plot. A large majority of Hallmark movies follow the same formula. Big city girl leaves her high paying job to go live in a small town. She meets a local man and falls in love. The movie ends with a climactic kiss and a newfound warmth in the female love interest.

This formula aims to foster maximum comfort and a sense of community. It’s difficult to be sad when faced with a perfect small town that is full of Christmas joy and spirit. Hallmark movies are so loved that the channel has become the second most watched cable tv network.
Hallmark also has a second channel for its more serious viewers, called Hallmark Mystery. Originally called Movies and Mysteries, this sister channel features original movies and tv shows, perfect for true crime and murder mystery lovers.
No matter your preferred type of Hallmark movie, it is hard to ignore the allure of a picturesque, snow covered small town during Christmas time. So, this holiday season, cuddle up with your favorite blanket and immerse yourself in the captivating Hallmark Christmas universe.