The Complete Guide to Lifetime’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Lifetime’ 2025 Christmas Movies: Premieres, Stars, and Must-See Details

Lifetime has officially unveiled its highly anticipated ‘It’s a Wonderful Lifetime’ 2025 holiday movie schedule, promising a festive season filled with new romances, family traditions, and even a chilling thriller, starring fan favorites like Brandy Norwood, Vivica A. Fox, and James Lafferty.

The air is getting crisper, holiday decorations are starting to appear, and Lifetime is ready to usher in the festive season with its annual “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” movie lineup. Announced on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the network is set to release an impressive slate of 12 new holiday-inspired movies, alongside a special thriller, ensuring viewers have plenty of cheer and chills throughout the season.

Beginning on Saturday, November 29, 2025, and continuing through Saturday, December 20, 2025, Lifetime will be the go-to destination for heartwarming tales of love, family, and holiday spirit. This year’s lineup features a blend of beloved stars and fresh faces, promising something for every holiday movie enthusiast.

A Look at Lifetime’s Enduring Holiday Tradition

Lifetime has long been a cornerstone of holiday programming, known for its consistent delivery of feel-good movies that capture the essence of Christmas. While the network is celebrated for its romantic comedies and family dramas, it has also demonstrated a commitment to broader representation in its storytelling. In recent years, Lifetime has made strides to feature diverse communities, including LGBTQ-led and Asian American-focused films, ensuring its narratives reflect the world its viewers live in, as highlighted by Amy Winter, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for Lifetime and LMN, in a past statement to Variety Film + TV.

This dedication to inclusive storytelling continues to shape the “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” brand, making it a beloved holiday staple for a wide audience. Fans can anticipate a rich variety of stories, from classic rivals-to-lovers tropes to poignant family sagas and even a unique Christmas thriller.

The 2025 ‘It’s a Wonderful Lifetime’ Movie Schedule: Premieres and Plots

The 2025 holiday season promises a star-studded affair with familiar faces like Brandy Norwood, Vivica A. Fox, and James Lafferty leading some of the most anticipated premieres. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what’s coming:

Christmas Everyday

• Stars: Brandy Norwood, Sy’rai Smith, Debbi Morgan, and Robert C Riley
• Logline: “Following the death of her father, Fancy (Norwood) has been more determined than ever to uphold her father’s cherished Christmas traditions as her mother Evelyn (Morgan) has also begun losing her sight. But things aren’t a smooth ride as Fancy simultaneously is planning her bridezilla baby sister, Belle’s (Smith) wedding. When a water pipe bursts and disrupts the fairytale wedding plans, Fancy finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the rugged, yet charming, contractor Jaylen (Riley) who is tasked with renovating the house. Through all the chaos, she learns valuable lessons about faith, family, and the true meaning of Christmas.”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, November 29, at 8 p.m. ET

The Christmas Campaign

• Stars: Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Chelsea Rose Brooks, and Austen Jaye
• Logline: “Kayleigh Brooks (Brooks) is a driven, no-nonsense digital advertising executive who thrives on competition, while her counterpart, Darren Morgan (Jaye), is a laid-back strategist with a creative flair. Their boss, Monique (Fox) puts them together to come up with a fun and festive spin on a holiday sales pitch for their top client, Santa’s Pajamas. Sparks fly — not only in the office but in their rivalry to nail the pitch. Kayleigh wants it all, and Alex is determined to win — no matter the cost. As they battle it out, their personal lives collide with their professional ambitions, and neither expects that the key to success might just be each other. From a Christmas Toy Drive to a family dinner full of surprises where Kayleigh introduces Darren to Denise (Harry), her mom, the two clash and connect in a series of moments that are both funny and heartfelt. But when their competition turns into something more, will their growing feelings for each other survive the pressure?”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, November 29, at 10 p.m. ET

Do You Fear What I Fear (LMN Thriller)

• Stars: Ciara Hanna and Josh Henderson
• Logline: “When Claire (Hanna) lands her dream job in the city, she thinks she’s finally escaped her picture-perfect Christmas hometown. But her fresh start turns chilling when eerie holiday decorations begin appearing in her apartment… each one a message from someone who knows her too well. Who is the dangerous ‘Secret Santa’ watching her? Is it her charming new neighbor? The ex who won’t let go? To find out, Claire will have to turn the tables and set a trap of her own.”
• Premiere Date: Thursday, December 4, at 8 p.m. ET (only on LMN)

Jingle All the Way to Love

• Stars: Erin Agostino and Romaine Waite
• Logline: “Andi Kelton (Agostino) receives a lucky sleigh bell from a handsome stranger at a New Year’s party, only to pass it on. Years later, now a lawyer, Andi wins a radio contest where the host, Jake (Romaine Waite), turns the story of the sleigh bell and stranger into a segment, as listeners help track down her mystery man before Christmas.”
• Premiere Date: Friday, December 5, at 8 p.m. ET

A Christmas Cookbook

• Stars: Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti
• Logline: “Newly single at Christmas, Veronica Cearley (Newbrough) finds unexpected comfort in The X-Mas Club — a festive group of food lovers who cook, give back and celebrate the season solo. But when sparks fly with the club’s warm-hearted founder, Cullen Murdock (Lo Presti), she realizes that the best part of Christmas might not be the food or the traditions — but the people who feel like home.”
• Premiere Date: Friday, December 5, at 10 p.m. ET

Deck the Hallways

• Stars: Loretta Devine, Naika Toussaint, and Jamie M. Callica
• Logline: “Zoe (Toussaint), a Bay Area tech exec, returns to Chicago to visit her grandmother Agnes (Devine), who’s traded old traditions for bold new adventures — including canceling the cherished holiday party her late husband started. Missing the festive warmth of her childhood, Zoe teams up with her charming childhood crush, Jace (Callica), and their 5th Floor neighbors to revive the celebration. As sparks fly between Zoe and Jace, a last-minute cancellation threatens the fun, but Agnes steps up. Together, the building rallies for a joyful Christmas Eve — showing that holiday spirit, new memories and maybe even new love are made by those bold enough to keep traditions alive.”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, December 6, at 8 p.m. ET

Merry Missed Connection

• Stars: Emily Alatalo and Andrew Bushell
• Logline: “Marie (Alatalo) has it all, including an in-depth account of her life from the last 24 years. So, when she goes to a speed dating event in a last-ditch effort to find a man to take home for Christmas, she takes her diary with her, complete with her list of dos and don’ts she’s compiled over the years, just for reference. But in the midst of the event, she puts her diary down and picks up the wrong one. Will the star-crossed diaries and potential soulmates find their way back to each other for Christmas?”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, December 6, at 10 p.m. ET

A Runaway Bride for Christmas (Working Title)

• Stars: Nischelle Turner and Mark Ghanime
• Logline: “When runaway bride, Emma (Turner) seeks refuge in the only town she’s ever called home, she unexpectedly falls for her former high school crush, Mitch (Ghanime) — who’s hiding his own heartbreak. But when her ex arrives, determined to win her back, she must decide if she’s brave enough to risk her heart again before Christmas.”
• Premiere Date: Friday, December 12, at 8 p.m. ET

Christmas in Alaska

• Stars: Emma Johnson and Marcus Rosner
• Logline: “Rival journalists competing for the same lucrative promotion find themselves stuck together in snowy Alaska after their plane is forced to make an emergency landing. As Megan (Johnson) follows her young son’s festive bucket list, and Oliver (Rosner) puts his family issues aside to help save his sister’s inn, they find themselves caught up in a totally unexpected Christmas romance.”
• Premiere Date: Friday, December 12, at 10 p.m. ET

Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch

• Executive Produced by: Kane and Katelyn Brown
• Stars: Arielle Kebbel and Tyler Hilton
• Logline: “After pro-hockey player Wes Campbell (Hilton), suffers an injury during a high-profile game just three weeks before Christmas, he is referred to Keller Ranch in Nashville to recover. There he meets no-nonsense rancher Maggie Keller (Kebbel), a single mom to son Dawson (Eshan Lyall) and equestrian-assisted therapist. Despite his initial skepticism, Wes is desperate to return to the ice and decides to give equine therapy a shot. As Maggie manages to break down Wes’ walls, he also helps her heal from the grief of her husband’s death. But as an unexpected romance blossoms between the two, will it go the distance or is it just a holiday fling?”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, December 13, at 8 p.m. ET

Rodeo Christmas Romance

• Stars: Rebecca Dalton and Corey Sevier
• Logline: “When fiercely independent equestrian, Emma (Dalton) finds herself ranch-sitting for a friend while caring for her injured horse over Christmas, she clashes with a brooding veteran, Noal (Sevier) — only to discover that the magic of the season may be what they need to heal their hearts.”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, December 13, at 10 p.m. ET

Sweet Holiday Romance

• Stars: Erin Karpluk and Christopher Russell
• Logline: “Amanda (Karpluk), a world-renowned pastry chef, is worried she’s losing her edge. Wanting to re-claim her title as the Queen of Christmas Cookies, she enters the Chicago Christmas Market Christmas Cookie Competition, which requires that bakers pair up with other businesses to create the best confections. Knowing she’ll find inspiration in her hometown of Paisley, Amanda decides to pair with The Little Shop of Fudge, a staple in the community. Little does she know, the owner, Jackie, has left her handsome nephew, Simon (Russell), in charge of operations and he doesn’t have a clue about making fudge. With Jackie away, Simon and Amanda must work together to recreate Jackie’s world-famous fudge in time for the competition, learning that their opposite philosophies just might make for a sweet and savory romance.”
• Premiere Date: Friday, December 19, at 8 p.m. ET

A Pickleball Christmas

• Stars: Zibby Allen and James Lafferty
• Logline: “Fresh off the biggest win of his career, tennis star Luke Hollis (Lafferty) heads home to Florida for Christmas, only to discover his family’s racquet club is on the verge of being sold. Teaming up with Caroline (Allen), the club’s pickleball coach, Luke reluctantly agrees to compete in a high-stakes holiday tournament that could save the club. As sparks fly both on and off the court, Luke realizes the greatest victory might just be love, family, and a new chapter at home.”
• Premiere Date: Saturday, December 20, at 8 p.m. ET

Beyond the Premieres: Accessing Lifetime’s Holiday Vault

For those who can’t get enough holiday cheer, Lifetime is also making it easier than ever to revisit past favorites. In addition to the new movies, a vast library of 100 holiday titles from previous years will be available on the Lifetime website and app. These cherished films will also be accessible through Lifetime’s video-on-demand (VOD) partners. For the latest details on Lifetime’s 2025 Christmas schedule, including exclusive content and updates, fans can refer to the official announcement by People.

With its blend of new narratives and beloved classics, Lifetime’s “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” 2025 lineup is poised to be a highlight of the holiday season, bringing joy, romance, and a touch of festive mystery to homes everywhere.