Girls Gone Hallmark | Hallmark Movie Reviews

Hallmark's Fall Into Love 2026 lineup is here. Eight new movies run from August 22 through October 10. That is a long block for Fall Into Love, and it stretches across three months.

In this episode of Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy break down every title before a single one airs. First impressions only. No spoilers, because nothing has premiered yet.

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If Hallmark wanted to grab our attention during its 25th Birthday Celebration, pairing fan favorite Kimberley Sustad with the long-awaited return of Jesse Metcalfe is certainly one way to do it. Add in a nostalgic '90s boy band reunion, beach concert vibes, and a music-filled romance, and this feels like one of the network's biggest swings of the year. Kimberley rarely misses, Jesse is back on Hallmark for the first time in years, and we're more than a little curious to see if this unexpected pairing can hit all the right notes. 

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Paris is Always a Good Idea Episode 3: "Sebastian Revisited" takes us back to Paris as Chelsea reconnects with former flame Sebastian while her partnership with Jason Knightly continues to deepen in unexpected ways. In this episode of the Girls Gone Hallmark podcast, we're breaking down the emotional conversation between Chelsea and her dad, Annabelle's quietly important role in the story, and why the chemistry between Lacey Chabert and Scott Michael Foster keeps stealing every scene. Join us as we recap and review Paris is Always a Good Idea Episode 3, unpack the biggest character moments, and share our favorite observations, theories, and standout performances from Hallmark+'s latest chapter.

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There is no such thing as an emergency podcast when you cover Hallmark movies. This week got close.

Megan was traveling the day all of this news dropped, frantically texting Wendy from the road while Wendy tried to figure out where any of it was even coming from. Hallmark Channel turned 25, and the network celebrated by telling us almost everything about Christmas. Between a sold-out birthday event at 92NY and a virtual Television Critics Association panel, we got a Countdown to Christmas start date, three premiere dates, three brand-new movies, two Halloween movies and a new Hallmark+ series.

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Hallmark’s Summer Nights continues with Toast to Italy, premiering August 1 and pairing Hallmark favorite Will Kemp with Torrey DeVitto for a romance set among Italy’s vineyards. When Jenny travels overseas in search of a legendary bottle of “Love Wine” for her sister’s wedding, she crosses paths with Arrigo, who’s on the very same mission. Naturally, the search for one famous bottle turns into a journey of self-discovery, breathtaking scenery, and maybe even a little romance of their own. Join us as we uncork Hallmark’s latest European adventure to see whether this vintage is worth savoring – or if it should have stayed in the cellar.



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Chelsea's impulsive trip to Ireland takes center stage in Paris Is Always a Good Idea Episode 2: "Colin Revisited." Armed with a pair of wildly impractical heels and a decade's worth of "what ifs," Chelsea reconnects with her former flame, Colin, only to discover that sometimes closure looks very different than the fantasy you've been carrying around in your head. Meanwhile, Annabelle continues proving she's the MVP of this book adaptation, Jason Knightly keeps finding new ways to insert himself into Chelsea's journey (and we're certainly not complaining), and we're starting to think this series isn't actually about revisiting old lovers at all. Join us as we unpack one of Hallmark's most emotionally mature episodes in a long time - and yes, we absolutely have thoughts about that dinner date.

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In our Paris is Always a Good Idea Episode 1 review, we're diving into Hallmark+'s new series inspired by Jenn McKinlay's novel and starring Lacey Chabert and Scott Michael Foster. What begins as a business trip to Paris quickly becomes a deeply personal journey as Chelsea revisits the unfinished wishes her late mother left behind—and perhaps a few former loves along the way. We're breaking down the emotional premiere, the undeniable chemistry between Chelsea and Jason Knightly, Hallmark's unexpected obsession with the word "lovers," and why this may be one of the network's most mature, emotionally layered premieres yet.

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We've reached the final stop on our Christmas in July journey through Hallmark Hall of Fame movies with November Christmas. Starring Sam Elliott, John Corbett, Sarah Paulson, Karen Allen, and a young Emily Alyn Lind, this emotional drama tells the story of a father determined to give his seriously ill daughter one last chance to experience the magic of the holidays. With the help of an entire community, Halloween and Christmas arrive months early in a heartfelt effort to fill her remaining days with joy. It's a very different kind of Hallmark Christmas movie - and a fitting way to wrap up our look back at some of the network's most prestigious holiday films.

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Hallmark's August lineup may look a little different than we expected. Instead of continuing the Summer Nights programming event, the Hallmark Channel is celebrating its 25th birthday with three brand-new movie premieres to kick off the month. Let's dive into the August premieres featuring fan favorites like Will Kemp, Kimberley Sustad, Daniel Lissing, and the return of Jesse Metcalf. We'll break down the plots, what we're excited for and the ones we're approaching with some healthy skepticism.

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Hallmark’s Christmas in July wraps up with Love Under the Mistletoe, the fourth and final premiere of the event. Starring Jen Lilley and Nick Bateman, the movie follows former high school crushes Grace and Ryan as they work together to save a beloved Christmas charity fundraiser – while repeatedly finding themselves beneath some very conveniently placed mistletoe. Or is it holly? You know we’ll be paying close attention! It’s also Jen Lilley’s second Hallmark movie of 2026, giving fans another chance to see her back on the network. But before we hit play, there’s one question we can’t shake after this year’s Christmas in July lineup: is this a true Hallmark original… or are we about to unwrap yet another acquisition dressed up with a Hallmark bow? Details below!
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