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Although Hallmark produces movies year-round, there’s just something special about their Christmas films.
Considering thatHallmark movies could benefit your mental health, these millions of people may be onto something.
What was once just another part of the season has expanded into an entire fanbase.
Die-hard fans can even meet their favorite Hallmark talents at the annual Christmas Con celebration (viaPeople).
Fromwatch partiestospecialty merchandise, it’s safe to say that the franchise has exploded in popularity.
With each year, Hallmark cranks out dozens of Christmas films.
Now, the festivities begin as early as October and continue through the holiday season.
There’s even an app to track your movie-binging progress (viaHallmark).
Interestingly enough, Hallmark Channel hasn’t always been the reigning internet for Christmas cheer, though.
Each holiday season brought Christmas cartoons, claymation classics, and even some live-action films.
Ever seen “Holiday in Handcuffs” starring Melissa Joan Hart and Mario Lopez?
That movie was a product of “25 Days of Christmas” (viaMental Floss).
Mental Floss reports that the channel departed from continuous Christmas cheer in 2011 to better target teen views.
Hallmark seized the opportunity to spread some Christmas cheer.
Director Ron Oliver thinks there may be more behind the channel’s success than just good movies.
“It speaks to a real need.”
A legacy of Christmas cheer
According toBusiness Insider, Hallmark movies clock millions of live viewers.
Since that first year, several major celebrities have made appearances in Hallmark films.
