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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. The network launched in 2001 and brings to audiences a brand with a 100-year legacy that resonates with consumers. Hallmark Channel has been one of the fastest-growing major ad-supported cable networks since its launch, and is seen in 90 million homes across the United States. It has a stellar reputation and ratings which often rank the channel in the top 10 in Prime Time. The network is presented fully in high definition (HD).
A staple to the network, Hallmark Channel’s original movies are characterized by strong storytelling through compelling themes and vibrant characters. Complementing its movie schedule, Hallmark Channel also presents a mix of popular television series, including “The Golden Girls,” “Cheers,” “Who’s The Boss,” “Touched by an Angel,” “M*A*S*H” and programming from the library of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia.
Hallmark Channel continues to expand its offerings to viewers through its companion network, Hallmark Movie Channel, available in both standard definition (SD) and in high definition (HD).
Launched in April 2008, Hallmark Movie Channel in HD is simulcast alongside Hallmark Movie Channel SD, and offers audiences an unparalleled viewing experience. Hallmark Movie Channel, the fastest- growing cable TV network in 2009 and now in 35 million homes, is a 24-hour digital cable network dedicated to bringing viewers the very best family movies of all time with a mix of classic theatrical films, presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library, Hallmark Channel Original Movies and some Hallmark Movie Channel Original Movie premieres.
Hallmark Channel, along with its sibling network Hallmark Movie Channel, serves 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 Hallmark Channels.
PROGRAMMING
Hallmark Channel Series
FROM MARTHA’S KITCHEN Step inside Martha Stewart's kitchen to learn her culinary and entertaining secrets. Featuring highlights from the Emmy® Award winning "Martha Stewart Living," this show includes visits from world-famous chefs who demonstrate some of their signature dishes and techniques. In addition, Martha brings you along on field trips to restaurants and exotic food regions where she samples local cuisine. And don't miss the ever popular "Ask Martha," during which Martha answers viewer questions that are sure to make you smile. “From Martha’s Kitchen” is presented on Hallmark Channel weekdays (9 – 10 a.m.).
Hallmark Channel Specials
DOLLY CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF DOLLYWOOD This one-hour special celebrates musical icon Dolly Parton and the silver anniversary of Dollywood, one of the country’s most popular theme parks. Guests include Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus and multiple Grammy Award-winner Kenny Rogers, as well as tributes for Dolly and Dollywood from Faith Hill, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, and others. “Dolly Celebrates 25 Years of Dollywood” premieres exclusive on Hallmark Channel Saturday, July 3 (8 – 9 p.m.) with an encore presentation Sunday, July 4 (8 – 9 p.m.).
Hallmark Channel Original Movies
JACK’S FAMILY ADVENTURE Jonathan Silverman (“Weekend at Bernie’s”) stars as Jack Vickery, an ad exec whose years spent climbing up the corporate ladder have left him successful, though not fulfilled. When his uncle dies and leaves Jack the family cabin he enjoyed in his youth, he packs up his wife (Dedee Pfeiffer, “Cybill”) and their teenage kids, introvert Charlotte (Linsey Godfrey, “The House Bunny”) and all-star jock Derek (Nolan Gerard Funk, “X2”), for a family bonding vacation in the wilderness. The stark differences from the creature comforts of their usual lives leaves Jack’s wife and kids longing to cut the trip short, but when they are befriended by “Wild Bill” Cohen (Peter Strauss, “Rich Man, Poor Man”), who proudly carries on the long tradition of “Jewish Cowboys,” things begin to change. As Bill helps Peter and his family learn the pleasures of a simpler life, the family members start to open up to one another as they begin to understand that being content does not need to be a complicated affair. “Jack’s Family Adventure,” a Hallmark Channel Original Movie, premieres in July 2010.
LIES BETWEEN FRIENDS Art authenticator Joss Jenner (Gabrielle Anwar, “Burn Notice”) joins six college girlfriends at a bed and breakfast for a bridal shower weekend. Many of them have grown apart over the years since they graduated, especially Joss and her freshman year roommate, Cait Randall (Thea Gill, “Queer as Folk). As the guests settle in, Cait begs Joss to sit down and have a discussion about an unresolved dispute from their past, where she promises to “reveal everything.” Joss, who believes her college boyfriend, Eric, cheated on her with Cait, reluctantly agrees to hear her out. Before Cait can explain, though, Joss finds her dead, apparently pushed off the roof. What at first looks to be an accident is instead presumed to be a murder, and soon everyone is a suspect. Sheriff Zack Watts (Craig Sheffer, “One Tree Hill”) arrives to investigate, and Joss is eager to help solve the crime and uncover the secret that Cait never got a chance to tell her. She becomes fixated on the case, and soon discovers that everyone involved has a past secret. “Lies Between Friends,” a Hallmark Channel Original Movie, premieres in July 2010.
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THE WISH LIST
FAIRFIELD ROAD Noah McManus (Jesse Metcalfe, “Desperate Housewives”) is leaving his job with the Boston mayor’s office for a dream gig in Washington, D.C. But in a single day, he finds out his new boss in Washington is a corrupt Senator who can no longer employ him and that his girlfriend has been cheating on him. Devastated, Noah travels to a quaint Cape Cod town and when he falls into the middle of a heated local election and finds a connection with Hailey (Natalie Lisinska, “Degrassi, The Next Generation”), the local bookshop owner, he unexpectedly finds himself at home. “Fairfield Road,” a Hallmark Channel Original Movie, premieres Saturday, September 11 (9 – 11 p.m.).
Hallmark Channel Film Premireres
102 DALMATIANS Believed to be cured, Cruella de Vil (Glenn Close, “Damages”) is released from prison and sets out to make a new start in life. Things are going well for Cruella who is busy helping homeless dogs off the street. When the clock strikes on Big Ben, things take a turn. The hypnotic cure is reversed and Cruella is back, and this time she is determined to make that spotted coat she always wanted. “102 Dalmatians” makes its Hallmark Channel debut Saturday, July 10 (8 – 10 p.m.).
Hallmark Movie Channel Original Premieres
AFTER THE FALL Twenty-two year old Jenna Danville (Andrew Bowen, “Desperate Housewives”) is at the height of her equestrian career when she is thrown from her horse during a big competition. Knocked unconscious and into a coma, Jenna eventually wakes up in the hospital and the doctors tell her she may never walk again. With her protective single father, Philip (Greg Evigan, “My Two Dads”), at her side, she decides to enter into an intense physical therapy program as part of a research study, with no guarantee of success. Lonely and frustrated, Jenna comes close to giving up until she befriends Annie (Fiona Dourif, “Deadwood”), a skull-wearing, heavy-metal-loving patient in her therapy class. Jenna also meets her new next-door neighbor, ex-rodeo cowboy Will Dutton (Rick Malambri, “Step Up 3-D”), who encourages her to get back on her horse. Just as Jenna is beginning to feel her feet, and fall in love with Will, she learns Annie is in more trouble than anyone could have guessed. Suddenly, Jenna must risk her own life to save her friend, and teach herself healing takes one step at a time. “After the Fall,” a Hallmark Movie Channel Original Film, premieres in October, 2010.
Hallmark Movie Channel Film Premieres
TOMBSTONE Legendary marshal Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell, “Overboard”), now a weary gunfighter, joins his brothers Morgan (Bill Paxton, “Big Love”) and Virgil (Sam Elliott, “The Big Lebowski”) to pursue their collective fortune in the thriving mining town of Tombstone, where old friend Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer, “The Doors”) also lives. But Earp is forced to wear a badge again when a gang of renegade rustlers begins terrorizing the town. Dana Delaney (“Desperate Housewives”), Michael Biehn (“The Rock”), Charlton Heston (“The Ten Commandments”), Jason Priestley (“Beverly Hills, 90210”), Thomas Haden Church (“Sideways”), Billy Bob Thornton (“Pushing Tin”), Billy Zane (“Titanic”), John Corbett (“Sex & the City”) and Terry O’Quinn (“Lost”) round out the all-star cast of “Tombstone,” making its Hallmark Movie Channel debut Thursday, July 1 (8 – 10:30 p.m.).
THE UNDEFEATED The Civil War is over, and Colonel John Henry Thomas of the Union Army is bound for Mexico to trade horses. His opponent, Confederate Colonel James Langdon, is also heading south to help build a new settlement. When a Mexican general threatens their safety, the two join forces in spite of their original alliances. John Wayne (“The Searchers”) and Rock Hudson (“Giant”) star in “The Undefeated,” making its Hallmark Movie Channel debut Monday, July 5 (8 – 10:30 p.m.).
COCOON A group of trespassing senior citizens become mysteriously rejuvenated when the pool they swim in turns into a fountain of youth. The magical powers stem from cocoons left by extra-terrestrials in human form who have come back to Earth to retrieve them. But before the aliens return to their home, they offer the retirees the choice of eternal life if they leave Earth behind as well. Don Ameche (“Things Change”), Wilford Brimley (“The Firm”), Hume Cronyn (“12 Angry Men”), Brian Dennehy (“Death of a Salesman”) and Steve Guttenberg (“Police Academy”) star in “Cocoon,” making its Hallmark Movie Channel debut Friday, July 9 (8 – 10:30 p.m.).
LONE RIDER Bobby Hathaway (Lou Diamond Phillips, “La Bamba”) served honorably during the Civil War; now all he wants is to rest easy while enjoying friends and family. Realizing that his childhood friend has become a ruthless land baron intent on swindling regular folks out of their rightful properties, Bobby vows to protect both his land and his family even if it means putting his own life on the line to do so. “Lone Rider” makes its Hallmark Movie Channel debut Thursday, July 15 (8 – 10 p.m.).
ACES ‘N EIGHTS Already taking a gamble settling in the uncharted West, the peaceful settlers of a town destined for railroad greatness suddenly find themselves being ruthlessly gunned down. With no law and order to be found, justice falls onto the shoulders of an elderly rancher and an accomplished, but retired, gunslinger. Ernest Borgnine (“Marty”), Casper Van Dien (“Starship Troopers”) and Bruce Boxleitner (“Heroes”) star in “Aces ‘N Eights” making its Hallmark Movie Channel debut Thursday, July 22 (8 – 10 p.m.).
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