Pour The Wine, It's Rom-Com Time

On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re back with another round of Hallmark holiday previews! This week, we’re diving into the Countdown to Christmas premieres arriving November 5–8, 2026. From the casts and storylines to potential must-watches and unexpected sleeper hits, we’re pouring over what’s coming your way!

We’re talking holiday sleuthing as we return to Fletcher’s Grove for the Season 3 premiere of Mistletoe Murders, a little festive scrapbooking and clashing personalities in Merry Memories, a screen-free family Christmas and the possibility of finding love again after loss in Holiday Unplugged, and two sisters on a mission to reunite their dad with love before Christmas in A Season of Promises.

Which premiere deserves the top spot on your holiday watchlist? Which one could surprise us all? Tune in as we share our thoughts, predictions, and picks!

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Our review of Hallmark's Who’s Coming For Christmas is live! Join us as we pour a glass of wine and chat about Hallmark’s Who’s Coming for Christmas, starring Rhiannon Fish as Julie and Jake Foy as Mark. When Julie inherits her late grandmother’s dining room table, she makes a bold holiday commitment: hosting Christmas Eve dinner for eight. But, what begins as a simple Christmas goal becomes something much more meaningful. Along the way, Julie discovers the beauty of found family, the courage to heal, and the unexpected ways life can redefine what home really means.

Grab your favorite holiday drink and join us for a cozy review filled with Christmas spirit, second chances, and a reminder that sometimes the family we need is the one we find along the way! Cheers!

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What if one Christmas ornament could change your entire life? And, what if every dream you’ve ever had suddenly came true? Would your happily-ever-after look the way you imagined?

Join us on this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time as we unwrap Hallmark’s What If Christmas, starring Lori Loughlin as Erin and Tom Cavanagh as Adam. We’re dishing on the romance, Christmas magic, alternate realities, and everything we loved (and questioned) about this holiday movie.

We’re diving into the refreshing storyline of an established married couple without children and the undeniable, easy chemistry between Lori Loughlin and Tom Cavanagh. Could these two be Hallmark’s next favorite on screen couple? We're certainly hoping so!

But, even the prettiest Christmas ornament has a few imperfections. We talk pacing, continuity hiccups, and those Santa moments that didn’t quite land.

Is What If Christmas an overall must-watch holiday romance? Pour your favorite holiday beverage, settle in, and press play to find out! Cheers!

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Join us for a cozy holiday conversation with Rhiannon Fish as we chat about her Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas movie, Who’s Coming for Christmas!

Rhiannon shares what makes Hallmark holiday movies feel like magic and takes us deeper into the heart of this touching story, exploring grief, nostalgia, family connections, and the kind of love that stays with us even after someone is gone. We talk about Julie’s special connection to her grandmother, the meaning behind an inherited family heirloom, and how the holidays can bring up big emotions when you’re far from family or creating new traditions of your own.

Of course, we get into the fun behind-the-scenes details, too! Rhiannon opens up about working with Jake Foy, building romantic chemistry in a short amount of time, and the awkward reality of filming a kissing scene on day one. We also chat about shooting in a real library, kids who still get excited about books, working with the delightful Mila Morgan, and the Christmas traditions that make the season special, from bedtime stories to chaotic Christmas morning drink contests!

You won’t want to miss this conversation with Rhiannon Fish!

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What happens when a proposal goes sideways, a car accident wipes away a year of memories, and the magic of Christmas disappears? On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re reviewing Hallmark’s Forgotten Holiday, starring Janel Parrish and Daniel Lissing! We’re sipping on the swoon worthy chemistry, second chance romance, charming Christmas town vibes, and the While You Were Sleeping similarities in this spoiler-filled holiday movie review.

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On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re previewing Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas premieres from October 30 through November 1, 2026! We’re diving into the casts, unpacking the plots, and sharing which movies have the potential to be must watch favorites or surprise sleeper hits.

From cherished family heirlooms, including a dining room table, in Who’s Coming for Christmas? to a retirement home Santa in Adopting St. Nick, and a festive escape to Denmark in A Danish Christmas, there’s plenty to talk about! Which movie will claim the top spot on our watchlist?

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Can Hallmark bowl us over with another holiday romance, or is Winter Wonderlanes headed straight for the gutter? We’re hitting the lanes to review this festive rom-com starring Ashley Newbrough and Franco Lo Presti, breaking down the romance, the holiday magic, and all the little details that make this movie uniquely Hallmark. From cast and crew connections to familiar Hallmark storytelling beats, we’re covering it all!

We’re revisiting the re-meet cute, chatting about the pajama bowl heart to heart, admiring the festive decorations, and calling out the moments that made us smile, swoon, or raise an eyebrow. Does the bowling alley setting score a strike for originality? Are the romantic sparks flying, or are we leaving a few pins standing?

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A practical accountant, a holiday obsessed single dad, and enough Christmas spirit to threaten the local power grid? Pour the wine! We’re reviewing Hallmark’s Mr. and Mrs. Christmas, starring Pascal Hutton and Brendan Penny.

We’re breaking down the festive meet-cute, cozy almost kiss, and family moments that bring tons of heart. Plus, we have thoughts on the budget drama, the emotional “uppy” callback, a Christmas Vacation-worthy power outage, and some suspiciously perfect whipped cream.

Is this a holiday happily ever after or a mistletoe miss?

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A Chicago Christmas. A romance centered around a 500th Chicago Bears game. A whole lot of heart.

In this episode, we’re reviewing Hallmark’s Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story! We’re diving into the chemistry between Lindsay Fonseca and Robert Buckley, celebrating Marsha Mason’s heartfelt turn as Grandma Darlene, and unpacking all of the Chicago feels that make this Hallmark Christmas movie a love letter to the Windy City.

From the meet cute at the Irish Nobleman pub to the surprisingly nostalgic and emotional moments, we’re talking Hallmark Christmas romance, family, football, and why this Countdown to Christmas movie had us laughing one minute and reaching for the tissues the next.

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Cheers!

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On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re previewing Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas movies premiering October 23–25, 2026. We’re breaking down the casts, the plots, and which movie could be a must watch or a surprise sleeper hit. We’re talking nostalgic romance in Winter Wonderlands, memory loss drama in The Forgotten Holiday, and a glimpse at life that could have been in What If Christmas. Which one deserves the top spot on your watchlist? Tune in to find out!

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Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time is kicking off the season by heading to the slopes for our review of ’Tis the Season for Setups! Starring Amanda Schull as Lexi, a hyper-organized party planner, and Victor Webster as Ridge, a charming ski instructor, this holiday rom-com brings together two unlikely matchmakers on a mission to set up their parents. But with festive sparks, romantic schemes, and a ski lodge full of holiday charm, does this movie deliver the Christmas magic we’re looking for?

We’re breaking down the classic Hallmark setup, sharing our favorite scenes, and getting into all the cheers and jeers! We’ll chat about the chemistry, the cozy holiday vibes, the matchmaking mischief, and those moments that had us swooning or scratching our heads. What worked for us, what fell a little flat, and did this romance give us all the warm-and-fuzzy Christmas feelings?

Plus, we’re launching a brand-new segment: Rate the Christmas Town! We’re putting this movie’s holiday setting to the ultimate test and deciding whether it’s a place we’d move to, visit, drive through, or say “no way!”

Will ’Tis the Season for Setups earn a spot on our nice list or will it need a little extra holiday magic? Tune in now to find out!

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On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re reviewing Hallmark’s A Knight to Remember. When museum conservator Emily (Julie Gonzalo) kisses a statue of English knight Sir Griffin (James Trevena), she accidentally brings him to life, This romance brings a medieval knight into modern day Chicago and asks us to believe in magic, medieval men, and the power of one very impulsive smooch.

We’re breaking down the movie’s premise, discussing the cast and creative team, and sharing why Julie Gonzalo continues to be one of our favorite familiar faces in Hallmark movies. From medieval romance and fish-out-of-water comedy to the chemistry between Emily and Griffin, we’re unpacking all of the details about this Fall Into Love movie.

Does A Knight to Remember deliver a romance worth remembering, or is this knight better left on his pedestal? Tune in now to find out!

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Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas 2026 is almost here, and we’re kicking off the season by diving into the three movies leading the way on premiere weekend! We’re breaking down the casts, creative teams, and classic Hallmark tropes we’re hoping deliver! Plus, we’re discussing what makes these pairings feel fresh, how the NFL tie is shaping up, and what it’ll take for this opening weekend to be a holiday hit. Tune in as we share our early predictions, biggest expectations, and potential sleeper hits. From the storylines we’re most intrigued by to the movies we can’t wait to watch, we’re getting into everything we’re hoping for as Hallmark’s most wonderful time of the year begins!

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Forget pumpkin spice! Hallmark is putting pumpkins in the water! On this episode of Pour The Wine, It's Rom-Com Time, we're dishing about Pumpkin Regatta Romance! This surprise gem brings together giant floating pumpkins, family rivalries, a beloved small town tradition, and a sweet romance with plenty of cozy Hallmark charm.

We’re talking about the warm, effortless chemistry between Mishael Morgan and Corey Sevier, our favorite moments, and all the small town charm that makes this movie feel like peak fall comfort viewing.

We also highlight the supporting cast, the emotional heart behind the town’s fundraiser storyline, and the real life pumpkin regatta tradition that adds an unexpected, and surprisingly delightful, twist to this cozy fall romance.

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On this episode of Pour the Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re heading to Maple Crest for Hallmark’s Falling Into Place! Kaia (Alvina August) returns home for the fall festival and her high school reunion, where she reconnects with her childhood best friend, James (Nathan Witte). When the two decide to finally tackle their long-forgotten fall bucket list, their friendship starts to take an unexpected romantic turn.

We’re breaking down the chemistry, pacing, romance, and all the cozy details that make this movie feel like fall. From smalltown charm to apple cider donuts, we’re talking about whether Falling Into Place delivers enough autumn magic to make us want to pack our bags for Maple Crest. We’ll also dig into the movie’s bigger themes, favorite moments, who we’d want to share a glass of wine with, and whether this one earns a spot on our rewatch list.

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On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re joined by our friend Brad (known as Positively Brad on socials) to review one of his Hallmark favorites, Journey Back to Christmas. This 2016 holiday time travel movie sends a WWII era nurse into 2016, where she finds herself navigating a strange new world while discovering unexpected connections, community, and maybe a little Christmas magic.

We’re talking Candace Cameron Bure, Oliver Hudson’s journey from skeptic to believer, and the supporting characters that give this movie plenty of heart beyond the central romance.

We discuss our favorite scenes, debate what worked and what didn’t, and hand out our tinsel topped moments. Brad also shares some great insight into the movie’s writing and how it balances multiple storylines without relying on a typical Hallmark romance.

But, the big question remains: Do we agree with Brad that Journey Back to Christmas is one of Hallmark’s best Christmas movies?

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On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we sit down with actress Rhiannon Fish for a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation about acting, Hallmark movies, and the realities behind the rom-coms we love.

Rhiannon takes us behind the scenes of starting her acting career at a young age, navigating fast paced film shoots, last minute scripts, limited takes, and the nerves that come with stepping onto a set. We talk about what makes the Hallmark community so special, why cozy entertainment can mean so much to audiences, and the fan favorite projects that have helped shaped her career, including A Royal in Paradise (Prince in Paradise in the US) and how it grew into a trilogy.

We also chat about her latest Hallmark film, Aussie at Heart, memorable filming locations, creating believable romantic chemistry, what acting has taught her about confidence and persistence, and the kinds of roles she’d love to take on next. This behind the scenes conversation with one of rom-com’s brightest stars is full of laughs, surprising stories, and plenty of heart.

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Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas 2026 schedule is here, and we’re turning the Christmas movie lineup into a fantasy style draft! We join our friends at the Forever Hallmark Christmas Podcast to draft 28 of the 34 Hallmark Christmas movies, with seven picks each.

Which Hallmark Christmas movies will become the biggest fan favorites? Which movies could emerge as sleeper hits? Which cast pairings, writers, directors, settings, and storylines have us most excited for the 2026 holiday season?

In this episode, we break down:

• Our first round selections, surprise choices, and the early steals that change the draft strategy
• The actors and on screen pairings we’re most excited to see
• Why familiar writers, directors, and strong track records can give certain movies an early edge
• How big settings like Walt Disney World, The Biltmore, and Chicago can increase excitement and shape a movie’s appeal
• The Hallmark premises we can’t resist, from time loops and alternate lives to holiday legends, food, romance, and heartfelt community stories
• The titles that may not be the obvious favorites but could surprise audiences and become sleeper hits
• Which movies have the ingredients to become fan favorites based on their casts, creative teams, settings, and story concepts

Whether you’re a longtime Hallmark Christmas movie fan, a Countdown to Christmas enthusiast, or someone who loves debating the holiday movie schedule before the season begins, this episode is for you!

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What happens when two longtime friends realize they might be something more? On this episode of Pour The Wine, It’s Rom-Com Time, we’re joined by Alvina August and Nathan Witte to talk about Hallmark Channel’s Falling Into Place and bringing characters Kaia and James to life.

We’re diving into everything that makes this friends to lovers rom-com so irresistible: from Alvina and Nathan’s effortless on-screen chemistry to apple cider donuts, pumpkin patch hayrides, and the emotional moments that give the story its heart. We also talk about what drew them to their characters, how they approached Kaia and James’ evolving relationship, and the magic of creating a cozy Hallmark romance.

At its core, Falling Into Place is a story about taking risks, getting out of your own way, and having the courage to be honest about what you really want. Join us for a conversation about friendship, love, second chances, and falling for the person who may have been right there all along.

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Pour the wine and join us for our review of Hallmark’s Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Prelude to a Wedding, a standout in Hallmark’s cozy mystery lineup. Tamera Mowry-Housley and Risteard Cooper return as Gethsemane and Eamon, a crime solving duo with great chemistry, plenty of banter, and one important distinction: Eamon is a ghost! We’re keeping spoilers light while digging into what makes this mystery work for us: brisk pacing, sharp humor, plenty of suspects, and a mystery that stays surprisingly murky right up until the reveal.

We talk about why Ireland continues to feel like a character in its own right and how the setting adds atmosphere and charm to the series. We also get into Gethsemane’s growing confidence in her gift and her increasingly entertaining partnership with Eamon, whose banter, piano “work sessions,” and scene-stealing moments bring plenty of heart and laughs.

And, of course, we tackle the big question: Team Griff or Team O’Reilly? We look at Gethsemane’s deeper conversations with both love interests and what they might reveal about where this story is headed.

From the lighthouse death and the suspect pool to our favorite moments, we break down the mystery, share what worked for us, and explain why the final reveal feels satisfying without taking away from the fun.

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