Hallmark Channel’s «Christmas on Call» Premieres amid Holiday Season

The Hallmark Channel has announced the premiere of its latest holiday movie, «Christmas on Call,» scheduled to air on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. This new addition to Hallmark’s popular «Countdown to Christmas» series features a cast including Sara Canning and Ser’Darius Blain, with a special appearance by Donna Kelce.

Set in Philadelphia, «Christmas on Call» follows the lives of ER doctor Hannah Michaels, portrayed by Canning, and EMT Wes Sullivan, played by Blain. As the festive season approaches, the film explores their professional challenges and developing romance. Alongside navigating their demanding roles, the duo enjoys the city’s vibrant holiday atmosphere.

Donna Kelce, the mother of former Philadelphia Eagles star lineman Jason Kelce and current Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, makes a cameo in the movie, offering advice on ordering a Philadelphia cheesesteak at a local eatery.

The Hallmark Channel offers several streaming options for viewers wishing to catch the premiere. The movie will be available live or on-demand at no cost on various platforms, each providing a free trial to new users. Among these are popular services like Frndly TV and DirecTV Stream, both known for offering a wide range of entertainment channels.

Frndly TV provides access to more than 40 live TV networks, including Hallmark Channel, starting at a subscription fee of $6.99 per month. Meanwhile, DirecTV Stream, which offers over 75 channels, is available with subscription packages that begin at $74.99 monthly, including a trial period.

Other services such as Sling TV and Hulu+ Live TV also broadcast the Hallmark Channel, each offering different subscription packages to cater to varying viewer preferences. During the holiday season, these platforms often introduce discounted rates for new subscribers.

As part of the «Countdown to Christmas» lineup, «Christmas on Call» is one of 31 new films premiering on the Hallmark Channel, alongside nine additional features that will air on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.