Can you believe it’s already autumn? I surely can’t! Here in San Antonio we are still experiencing temperatures in the 90s! Regardless of the weather, autumn seems like a great time to sit back and relax while watching a favorite Cozy Mystery movie. So here goes:
It looks like the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel is continuing with their same daytime TV show roster which includes shows like Columbo, Diagnosis Murder, Hart to Hart, Matlock, Monk, and Murder, She Wrote. So, there’s no change there. I have listed the Cozy Mystery mystery movies they will be playing this month. The good news is that there will be two new Crossword Mystery movies as well as a new MatchMaker movie during October. Also, for those of you who enjoy watching the Christmas movies on this channel, you’re in luck! It looks like the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel officially opens their Christmas season in October. I will be posting a new blog entry with the list of all 40 of their NEW Christmas movies a later this month.
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Tuesday – October 1, 2019
4:00 PM
Jane Doe: Now You See It, Now You Don’t
When the Declaration of Independence is stolen while on display at a Los Angeles bank, NSA agent Frank Darnell calls in Cathy Davis — code name “Jane Doe” — in hopes of figuring out who did it. Stars Lea Thompson, Joe…
6:00 PM
Mystery 101: Playing Dead
The local theater is producing a mystery that crime fiction expert Amy unearthed. When one of the actress’ life is threatened, Amy & Travis must uncover which character is playing for keeps. Stars Jill Wagner, Kristoffer Polaha.
8:00 PM
Mystery 101: Words Can Kill
When a guest at the college book festival is killed, Amy and Travis clash after he arrests an unlikely person for murder. Amy must fight to prove he’s got the wrong person behind bars. Starring Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha.
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Wednesday – October 2, 2019
4:00 PM
Jane Doe: ‘Til Death Do Us Part
Cathy is brought back to work a case for Frank Darnell and the NSA to find a missing arms dealer who faked a heart attack in prison to escape. Stars Lea Thompson and Joe Penny.
6:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For
After several of her puzzles are linked to the murder of an art gallery owner, a crossword puzzle editor teams up with a no nonsense detective to stop a killer in their midst. Stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott.
8:00 PM
Mystery 101: Playing Dead
The local theater is producing a mystery that crime fiction expert Amy unearthed. When one of the actress’ life is threatened, Amy & Travis must uncover which character is playing for keeps. Stars Jill Wagner, Kristoffer Polaha.
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Thursday – October 3, 2019
4:00 PM
Jane Doe: The Wrong Face
Cathy is brought in to find the U.S. Attorney’s missing wife and to ensure a money laundering investigation does not fall apart at a crucial point. Stars Lea Thompson and Joe Penny.
6:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery
When a murder takes place at the local Christmas tree carnival, it seems there are quite a few suspects. With the twelve days of Christmas ticking away, Hannah’s running out of time to nab a murderous Scrooge.
(Based on Joanne Fluke‘s Hannah Swensen Mystery Series.)
8:00 PM
Romance at Reindeer Lodge (This is a non mystery Christmas movie.)
A group of adults have sworn off partaking in holiday events. Upon arriving at their destination, they discover it’s a Christmas themed ranch. With no flight out, the group stays. Stars Nicky Whelan, Josh Kelly.
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Friday – October 4, 2019
4:00 PM
Jane Doe: Yes, I Remember It Well
Cathy’s mom, Polly, a former CSA agent, comes for a visit. When a British agent with some top secret information is kidnapped, Cathy and Polly work together to uncover a plot which has global implications.
6:00 PM
Emma Fielding Mysteries: More Bitter than Death
After a friend and head of the National Archaeological Society meets an untimely death, Emma and Agent Conner find themselves questioning her colleagues’ motives. Stars Courtney Thorne-Smith, James Tupper.
(Based on Dana Cameron‘s Emma Fielding Mystery Series.)
8:00 PM
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Ruby and Detective Killian investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. With their yin and yang relationship, they solve the case, until Ruby finds new evidence that they may have it all wrong. Stars Taylor Cole and Stephen Huszar
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Saturday – October 5, 2019
8:00 AM
Mystery Woman: Wild West Mystery
When a traveling Wild West Show comes into town, Samantha gets involved in solving the murder of one of the cowboys. Stars Kellie Martin and Clarence Williams III.
(This is a link to an entry I wrote about the Mystery Woman television mystery movies series.)
10:00 AM
Mystery Woman: Oh Baby
When a baby boy is left at the door of the Mystery Woman book store, Samantha gets involved in solving a murder tied to the baby’s missing parents. Stars Kellie Martin, Clarence Williams III, and Nina Siemaszko.
12:00 PM
Mystery Woman: Redemption
Although the Mystery Woman Bookstore is under construction, Samantha and Philby are busier than ever …that is, investigating the murder of a mysterious visitor. Surprisingly, most of the clues to his death are hidden in the…
2:00 PM
Mystery Woman: In the Shadows
While searching for a KGB double agent who was about to be exposed by another Russian spy-turned-successful author, mystery bookstore owner Samantha Kinsey and her secretive friend and store manager, Philby are thrust into the…
4:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: A Deadly Recipe
Bakery owner Hannah Swensen just can’t keep her hands out of the batter when murder stirs things up in Lake Eden, Minnesota, leaving the sheriff dead, a deputy accused, and a killer on the loose. Stars Alison Sweeney.
6:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: Just Desserts
Hannah is thrilled when she is chosen as a guest for the first Eden Lake Dessert Bake-Off, but when a fellow judge is found murdered, Hannah once again takes it upon herself to find herself to find the killer. Stars Alison…
8:00 PM
Witness to Murder: A Darrow Mystery
Attorney Claire Darrow defends an old colleague of her mother’s for murder. Things get complex when Claire’s romantic interest, Miles, is named as prosecuting attorney on the case. Starring Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Tom Cavanagh.
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Sunday – October 6, 2019
8:00 AM
Gourmet Detective
A chef turned culinary sleuth is partnered with a beautiful detective to unravel the clues surrounding the unexpected death of a guest at a prestigious dinner party. Stars Dylan Neal, Brooke Burns and Matthew Kevin Anderson.
(Based on Peter King‘s Gourmet Detective Mystery Series.)
10:00 AM
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: A Healthy Place to Die
When Henry, the Gourmet Detective, is invited as a guest speaker at a luxury resort spa, he quickly finds himself at the center of another murder. With Maggie at his side, our favorite duo must not only find the killer but be…
12:00 PM
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: Death al Dente
San Francisco homicide detective Maggie Price and former, world-class chef Henry Ross are on the case once again. The crime-solving odd couple investigates the murder of Henry’s friend.
2:00 PM
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: Eat, Drink and Be Buried
Henry and Maggie attend party of a local publisher, where his son and stepson reenact a historical dual. Someone, however, has loaded the pistol with a real musket ball, so when son pulls the trigger, he kills his stepbrother.
4:00 PM
Witness to Murder: A Darrow Mystery
Attorney Claire Darrow defends an old colleague of her mother’s for murder. Things get complex when Claire’s romantic interest, Miles, is named as prosecuting attorney on the case. Starring Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Tom Cavanagh.
6:00 PM
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Ruby and Detective Killian investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. With their yin and yang relationship, they solve the case, until Ruby finds new evidence that they may have it all wrong. Stars Taylor Cole and Stephen Huszar
8:00 PM
MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement
*****PREMIERE*****
When a woman is murdered, and her fiancé is the prime suspect, successful matchmaker Angie works to prove her client’s innocence, much to the dismay of Kyle, the detective working the case. Stars Danica McKellar and Victor Webster
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Monday – October 7, 2019
4:00 PM
McBride: Murder Past Midnight
Ex-cop turned defense attorney, Jim McBride takes on a new and very beautiful client accused of murdering her husband. Stars John Larroquette, Marta Dubois, and Matt Lutz.
(This is a link to an entry I wrote about the McBride television mystery movies series.)
6:00 PM
Chronicle Mysteries: The Deep End
When a man’s body is discovered in a pond, his wife finds herself in a complex trial, which causes podcaster Alex and the Chronicle team to seek answers surrounding this unusual case. Starring Alison Sweeney & Benjamin Ayres.
8:00 PM
Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Marriage Made for Murder
Hailey finds herself entangled in Atlanta’s notorious “Black Widow” murder case and it will take all her personal resources to bring the killer to justice.
(Based on Nancy Grace‘s Hailey Dean Mystery Series.)
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Tuesday – October 8, 2019
4:00 PM
McBride: The Chameleon Murder
As a favor to a friend, defense attorney McBride takes on a client accused of murdering a woman. When McBride and his partner Phil investigate the deceased, they discover she had many identities and with each new life she was…
6:00 PM
Emma Fielding Mysteries: Site Unseen
A dedicated archaeologist gets involved in a murder investigation when she and her students unearth a dead body while searching for evidence of a 17th-century coastal Maine settlement. Stars Courtney Thorne-Smith and James Tupper.
8:00 PM
Emma Fielding Mysteries: Past Malice
When archaeologist Professor Emma Fielding is recruited to aid in a groundbreaking discovery beneath the Chandler Castle, she is swept into another mystery when she finds her colleague murdered in the crypts below. Taking over…
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Wednesday – October 9, 2019
4:00 PM
McBride: It’s Murder, Madam
An actress, furious that she has been duped into working at an escort service, goes to confront her boss about the situation. She is shocked when she discovers her boss’s dead body and is later arrested for the murder….
6:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery
Free spirited cookie baker Hannah Swensen jumps in to help a handsome new detective track down the culprit and uncover the mystery surrounding the death of her friend and local milk delivery man. Stars Alison Sweeney.
8:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: A Peach Cobbler Mystery
With The Cookie Jar, Hannah Swensen has a mouthwatering monopoly on the bakery business of Lake Eden, Minnesota. But when a rival store opens, and one of the owners is found dead, Hannah is determined to prove she isn’t guilty.
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Thursday – October 10, 2019
4:00 PM
McBride: The Doctor is Out…Really Out
When therapist George Prescott is murdered, investigator Jim McBride is summoned to questions the doctor’s biggest head cases, including vindictive lovers, jealous colleagues, and vengeful rivals. Stars John Larroquette, Marta…
6:00 PM
Fixer Upper Mysteries: Framed for Murder
Shannon Hammer, owner of Hammer Construction Company, is an expert in Victorian home restoration. Through her renovations she will find clues to uncover a house’s secret past and in turn become an unlikely sleuth.
(Based on Kate Carlisle‘s Fixer-Upper Mystery Series.)
8:00 PM
Hearts of Christmas (This is a non mystery Christmas movie.)
When a beloved neonatal intensive care unit supervisor is forced to take early retirement, her young colleague, Jenny, decides to turn the upcoming staff Christmas party into a surprise celebration for her.
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Friday – October 11, 2019
4:00 PM
McBride: Tune In For Murder
McBride’s case involves two larger than life radio stars who host the highly successful morning show “Ron and Bob.” But when Ron is murdered and all the evidence points to Bob, McBride and Phil begin investigating and what…
6:00 PM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Mum’s The Word
Abby Knight is the proud owner of her hometown flower shop, but a new low-cost competitor is killing her profits and a black SUV just rammed her vintage Corvette in a hit-and-run. She’s determined to track down the driver, but when the trail turns deadly, the next flower arrangement might be for her own funeral. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
(Based on Kate Collins’s Flower Shop Mystery Series.)
8:00 PM
MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement
When a woman is murdered, and her fiancé is the prime suspect, successful matchmaker Angie works to prove her client’s innocence, much to the dismay of Kyle, the detective working the case. Stars Danica McKellar and Victor Webster
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Saturday – October 12, 2019
8:00 AM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Snipped in the Bud
When Abby Knight, former lawyer turned flower shop owner, agrees to deliver an anonymous bouquet of black roses to her daughter’s disagreeable law professor, she is hoping for a chance to get him on her good side. When he responds by throwing the flowers in the trash, Abby realizes she may be fighting a losing battle and leaves. Unwilling to sacrifice the bouquet, she returns to claim the flowers, only to discover the dead body of another professor and her former courtroom adversary. Now as the main suspect, Abby must work to clear her name and keep those she loves out of danger. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
10:00 AM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Dearly Depotted
Abby Knight, ex-lawyer and crime buff, and the owner of Bloomers Flower Shop, is having a week to be reckoned with. A reluctant bridesmaid at her drama queen cousin’s wedding, Abby ends up not just doing the flowers…but having to find out who murdered a wedding crasher. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
12:00 PM
Mystery 101
When a college student is found dead, English professor Amy uses her crime fiction expertise to unravel the case faster than detective Travis, who ends up working with Amy to catch the killer. Stars Jill Wagner.
2:00 PM
Mystery 101: Playing Dead
The local theater is producing a mystery that crime fiction expert Amy unearthed. When one of the actress’ life is threatened, Amy & Travis must uncover which character is playing for keeps. Stars Jill Wagner, Kristoffer Polaha.
4:00 PM
Mystery 101: Words Can Kill
When a guest at the college book festival is killed, Amy and Travis clash after he arrests an unlikely person for murder. Amy must fight to prove he’s got the wrong person behind bars. Starring Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha.
6:00 PM
Mystery 101: Dead Talk
Amy heads to Seattle to give a TEDTalk-style lecture. When a tech genius dies, Amy suspects foul play. When local cops shut her out, Travis joins forces with Amy to figure out whodunit. Stars Jill Wagner & Kristoffer Polaha
8:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For
After several of her puzzles are linked to the murder of an art gallery owner, a crossword puzzle editor teams up with a no nonsense detective to stop a killer in their midst. Stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott.
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Sunday – October 13, 2019
8:00 AM
Chronicle Mysteries: Recovered
Alex McPherson launches a podcast with a cold case from her past. With the help of local reporter, Drew Godfrey, new mysteries mix with old as the two work to recover what’s been lost. Starring Alison Sweeney and Benjamin Ayres.
10:00 AM
Chronicle Mysteries: Vines That Bind
Podcaster Alex McPherson travels to a vineyard to investigate the suspicious death of a winemaker, while partner Drew explores corporate buyouts surrounding the vineyard’s town. Starring Alison Sweeney and Benjamin Ayres.
12:00 PM
Chronicle Mysteries: The Deep End
When a man’s body is discovered in a pond, his wife finds herself in a complex trial, which causes podcaster Alex and the Chronicle team to seek answers surrounding this unusual case. Starring Alison Sweeney & Benjamin Ayres.
2:00 PM
Picture Perfect Mysteries: Newlywed and Dead
Photographer Allie Adams is shocked when the groom at a wedding she is covering is shot dead. What’s even worse, is she must convince Detective Sam Acosta that her brother isn’t the killer. Stars Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega.
4:00 PM
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Ruby and Detective Killian investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. With their yin and yang relationship, they solve the case, until Ruby finds new evidence that they may have it all wrong. Stars Taylor Cole and Stephen Huszar
6:00 PM
MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement
When a woman is murdered, and her fiancé is the prime suspect, successful matchmaker Angie works to prove her client’s innocence, much to the dismay of Kyle, the detective working the case. Stars Danica McKellar and Victor Webster
8:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder
*****PREMIERE*****
Tess dives into Logan’s murder investigation of her friend who was about to propose with her help. As she grows closer to the truth, she fears it could ruin everyone’s happily ever after. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
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Monday – October 14, 2019
4:00 PM
Mystery Woman: Snapshot
Samantha’s friend Barbara turns up murdered after accusing her family of rigging her brother’s will. Stars Kellie Martin, Clarence Williams III, and Nina Siemaszko.
6:00 PM
Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Prescription for Murder
Hailey Dean must prove a doctor’s innocence in a string of unexplainable deaths at Atlanta Memorial Hospital and stop the true killer before he can strike again. Stars Kellie Martin.
8:00 PM
Hailey Dean Mysteries: Murder With Love
Former prosecutor-turned-therapist Hailey Dean is a powerhouse, Mensa bright, and acutely observant. During a tragic week, one of her patients loses her parents to separate fatal accidents along with millions of dollars that…
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Tuesday – October 15, 2019
4:00 PM
Mystery Woman: Sing Me A Murder
Samantha offers her quaint shop as the perfect venue for a once-famous folk/rock trio to benefit a charity drive. But when their manager gets killed, Samantha and Philby find themselves investigating the band.
6:00 PM
Fixer Upper Mysteries: Concrete Evidence
When Mac—Shannon’s new beau—first moved to Lighthouse Cove, he bought the historic lighthouse mansion that the town is named after. During renovation demolition, the bones of a teenage girl who went missing fifteen years ago…
8:00 PM
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Ruby and Detective Killian investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. With their yin and yang relationship, they solve the case, until Ruby finds new evidence that they may have it all wrong. Stars Taylor Cole and Stephen Huszar
***** ***** ***** *****
Wednesday – October 16, 2019
4:00 PM
Mystery Woman: Vision of a Murder
Invited to a health spa for the weekend, Samantha Kinsey becomes embroiled in murder when a fellow guest is found dead. Stars Kellie Martin, Clarence Williams III, and Nina Siemaszko.
6:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: A Deadly Recipe
Bakery owner Hannah Swensen just can’t keep her hands out of the batter when murder stirs things up in Lake Eden, Minnesota, leaving the sheriff dead, a deputy accused, and a killer on the loose. Stars Alison Sweeney.
8:00 PM
Murder, She Baked: Just Desserts
Hannah is thrilled when she is chosen as a guest for the first Eden Lake Dessert Bake-Off, but when a fellow judge is found murdered, Hannah once again takes it upon herself to find herself to find the killer. Stars Alison…
***** ***** ***** *****
Thursday – October 17, 2019
4:00 PM
Mystery Woman: Game Time
Samantha is thrilled when she finally gets the reclusive mystery writer Donald Fiske to agree to a book signing in her store. But when Mr. Fiske is found dead, Samantha must solve his latest mystery, his own murder.
6:00 PM
MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement
When a woman is murdered, and her fiancé is the prime suspect, successful matchmaker Angie works to prove her client’s innocence, much to the dismay of Kyle, the detective working the case. Stars Danica McKellar and Victor Webster
8:00 PM
Last Vermont Christmas (This is a non mystery Christmas movie.)
The Marvin sisters gather for what may be their last Christmas at their childhood home. Will they have to say goodbye to the memories? Or is this an opportunity for new traditions? Stars Erin Cahill, Justin Bruening.
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Friday – October 18, 2019
4:00 PM
Mystery Woman: At First Sight
When Samantha receives news of a hereditary health problem, she must go in search her birth mother to find answers. Stars Kellie Martin, Clarence Williams III, and Nina Siemaszko.
6:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For
After several of her puzzles are linked to the murder of an art gallery owner, a crossword puzzle editor teams up with a no nonsense detective to stop a killer in their midst. Stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott.
8:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder
Tess dives into Logan’s murder investigation of her friend who was about to propose with her help. As she grows closer to the truth, she fears it could ruin everyone’s happily ever after. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
***** ***** ***** *****
Saturday – October 19, 2019
8:00 AM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Bone to Pick
A librarian with a sharp mind for murder, Aurora Teagarden is known around her small town as a master sleuth. When her friend Jane dies and leaves Aurora everything in her will, she also leaves a troubling murder mystery.
(Based on Charlaine Harris’ Mystery Series.)
10:00 AM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Real Murders
Aurora finds a member of her crime buff group, the Real Murders Club, killed in a manner that eerily resembles the crime the club was about to discuss. As other brutal “copycat” killings follow, Aurora will have to investigate.
12:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Three Bedrooms, One Corpse
When Aurora pitches in to help her busy real estate mother she quickly realizes she has again walked into a life or death situation. She investigates when the body of a local realtor is found strangled in a backyard.
2:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: The Julius House
Aurora Teagarden is a beautiful young librarian with a passion for solving murders. After an exhaustive search for the perfect home, Aurora finally purchases her dream house, unaware of its murky history.
4:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Dead Over Heels
Librarian and real crime buff Aurora “Roe” Teagarden never liked Detective Sergeant Jack Burns. She also never wanted to see him dead, but when he winds up murdered, she can’t help but get involved.
6:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Bundle of Trouble
Aurora Teagarden and her boyfriend Martin are thrilled when they get an unexpected visit from his niece and her new baby. Their excitement is short lived when his niece disappears and the baby is left behind.
8:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Last Scene Alive
A Hollywood film crew descends on the town to produce a film based on a book written by Aurora’s ex Robin Daniels. However, when the actress who is playing Aurora is killed, the real Aurora and the Murders Club must investigate.
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Sunday – October 20, 2019
8:00 AM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reap What You Sew
Internet sensation and old family friend of Aurora Teagarden, Poppy Wilson, has returned to Lawrenceton to start her new embroidery business. But not everyone is happy with Poppy’s success when she turns up dead.
10:00 AM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: The Disappearing Game
Aurora and her new neighbor, a handsome professor named Nick, investigate when four students from a nearby college (including her cousin) go missing. Stars Candace Cameron Bure.
12:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Game of Cat and Mouse
A taunting clue left for Aurora at a meeting begins a cat-and-mouse game between her and a mysterious criminal who commits increasingly serious crimes that leave the town rattled. Candace Cameron Bure, Niall Matter, Marilu Henner
2:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: An Inheritance to Die For
When Sally’s wealthy aunt Gladys, dies from poisoning after giving a wedding toast, Aurora inspects if Glady’s will hints at who may have wanted her gone. Stars Candace Cameron Bure, Niall Matter, Marilu Henner
4:00 PM
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Very Foul Play
Aurora and friends are off to a resort for a true crime convention. While there, they take part in a mystery dinner theater, but art imitates life when a fellow actor gets killed. Candace Cameron Bure, Niall Matter, Marilu Henner
6:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder
Tess dives into Logan’s murder investigation of her friend who was about to propose with her help. As she grows closer to the truth, she fears it could ruin everyone’s happily ever after. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
8:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver
*****PREMIERE*****
During her birthday celebration, Tess and Logan find themselves swept up in a world that isn’t always what it seems when the headlining magician at the Magic Manor winds up dead. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
10:00 PM
2019 Miracles of Christmas Preview Special
A one-hour preview special of Miracles of Christmas original holiday movies on HMM. Hosted by Candace Cameron Bure with special guest, Larissa Wohl.
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Monday – October 21, 2019
4:00 PM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Mum’s The Word
Abby Knight is the proud owner of her hometown flower shop, but a new low-cost competitor is killing her profits and a black SUV just rammed her vintage Corvette in a hit-and-run. She’s determined to track down the driver, but when the trail turns deadly, the next flower arrangement might be for her own funeral. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
6:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver
During her birthday celebration, Tess and Logan find themselves swept up in a world that isn’t always what it seems when the headlining magician at the Magic Manor winds up dead. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
8:00 PM
MatchMaker Mysteries: A Killer Engagement
When a woman is murdered, and her fiancé is the prime suspect, successful matchmaker Angie works to prove her client’s innocence, much to the dismay of Kyle, the detective working the case. Stars Danica McKellar and Victor Webster
***** ***** ***** *****
Tuesday – October 22, 2019
4:00 PM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Snipped in the Bud
When Abby Knight, former lawyer turned flower shop owner, agrees to deliver an anonymous bouquet of black roses to her daughter’s disagreeable law professor, she is hoping for a chance to get him on her good side. When he responds by throwing the flowers in the trash, Abby realizes she may be fighting a losing battle and leaves. Unwilling to sacrifice the bouquet, she returns to claim the flowers, only to discover the dead body of another professor and her former courtroom adversary. Now as the main suspect, Abby must work to clear her name and keep those she loves out of danger. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
6:00 PM
Mystery 101: Words Can Kill
When a guest at the college book festival is killed, Amy and Travis clash after he arrests an unlikely person for murder. Amy must fight to prove he’s got the wrong person behind bars. Starring Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha.
8:00 PM
Mystery 101: Dead Talk
Amy heads to Seattle to give a TEDTalk-style lecture. When a tech genius dies, Amy suspects foul play. When local cops shut her out, Travis joins forces with Amy to figure out whodunit. Stars Jill Wagner & Kristoffer Polaha
***** ***** ***** *****
Wednesday – October 23, 2019
4:00 PM
Flower Shop Mysteries: Dearly Depotted
Abby Knight, ex-lawyer and crime buff, and the owner of Bloomers Flower Shop, is having a week to be reckoned with. A reluctant bridesmaid at her drama queen cousin’s wedding, Abby ends up not just doing the flowers…but having to find out who murdered a wedding crasher. Stars Brooke Shields, Brennan Elliott and Beau Bridges.
6:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder
Tess dives into Logan’s murder investigation of her friend who was about to propose with her help. As she grows closer to the truth, she fears it could ruin everyone’s happily ever after. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
8:00 PM
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver
During her birthday celebration, Tess and Logan find themselves swept up in a world that isn’t always what it seems when the headlining magician at the Magic Manor winds up dead. Starring Lacey Chabert & Brennan Elliott
***** ***** ***** *****
Thursday – October 24, 2019
It looks like the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel officially opens their Christmas season today – following their 3:00 PM Christmas preview special. I will be posting a new blog entry with the list of all 40 of their NEW Christmas movies at a later date.
3:00 PM
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS 10TH ANNIVERSARY PREVIEW SPECIAL
Countdown to Christmas 10th Anniversary Preview Special
A one-hour preview special celebrating our 10 year anniversary of Countdown to Christmas original holiday movies on Hallmark Channel. Hosted by Candace Cameron Bure with special guest, Larissa Wohl.
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If you’re looking for a television series to start following, take a look at the TV and Movies page on my Cozy Mystery site and click on a link (or more!) which will take you to my write-up of the shows.
P.S. The descriptions of the movies were copied from the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries website.
Ann says
I watch Hallmark Movies & Mysteries every day…..except when they start the constant Christmas programs. I like Christmas shows during the Christmas season (starting mid-November), but when they are shown year-round and replacing all other programming beginning in October the novelty wears off very quickly. I realize I’m probably in the minority but I wanted to let someone know not everyone enjoys these movies out of season. Thank you for your other programs.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Ann, thanks for letting me know, but I will just say that I don’t have any sort of association with Hallmark! I just post what movies I think people here might find interesting.
KG says
Just wanted to let you know that I appreciate you posting this list. I know you don’t work for TMC or Hallmark, so it must be time consuming to post it for us. I am looking forward to the Matchmaker Series and another installment of the Crossword Mysteries. I am probably one of the few that look forward to the Christmas movies as I do every year and have enjoyed watching the Christmas movies on Thursday and Friday all year long.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
KG, you’re very welcome! And yes, it can be fairly time consuming, but I know it’s a very popular post type for many readers.
Sandy says
I like the mystery series and I also look forward to the Christmas season and all the awesome movies even when they are on offseasons. I guess you could say I’m a Hallmark fan.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Sandy, I know there are certainly plenty of people who prefer one more than the other, so it’s nice to hear from someone who likes both!
Lora Angley says
Looks like Hallmark Mystery Channel is running Christmas movies today instead of the scheduled mysteries.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Lora, that’s a shame – I don’t mind the Christmas movies, personally, but interrupting what they’ve said they’re going to show is annoying.
Auntiejo17 says
Very disappointed with the unannounced changes. I love Hallmark but was looking forward to a few more mysteries before “Christmas” started!!! Any idea what happened? Is Abracadaver going to air soon? Thanks for all your hard work!! Guess I better get started on my Christmas lists!!
D James says
I am also so disappointed with all the Christmas movies it is getting boring.
It would be nice to keep it a mystery channel just as they advertise.
The Christmas stuff should start in December.
It was nice to cozy up and watch a good mystery
Danna - cozy mystery list says
D, it certainly does seem like the holiday season starts earlier every year – perhaps a bit to early at this point.