Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Hallmark Ratings

HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘LOVE EVER AFTER’ PROGRAMMING EVENT
PROPELS NETWORK TO RANK #1 ON WEEKENDS IN FEBRUARY
Four Consecutive Saturday Night Original Movie Premieres
Delivered the #1 Program of the Day
New York, NY, February 26, 2020 – Hallmark Channel’s “Love Ever After” programming event concluded this weekend, propelling the network to become the highest-rated entertainment cable network on weekends in February among Households and Women 18+. The four all-new “Love Ever After” original premieres delivered the #1 program of the day every Saturday in February and averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 300,000 Women 25-54. Further, the franchise elevated Hallmark Channel to become to the second highest-rated and most-watched entertainment cable network in Total Day for the entire month among Households and Women 18+.
Nielsen Live +SD Highlights include:
  • The four new “Love Ever After” original premieres averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 300,000 Women 25-54
  • The programming event propelled Hallmark Channel to become the top-rated entertainment cable network on weekends throughout February among Households and Women 18+
  • In addition, “Love Ever After” elevated the network to become the #2 entertainment cable network in Total Day in February among Households and Women 18+
  • The four all-new premieres delivered the #1 program of the day every Saturday among Households, Total Viewers, and Women 18+ and reached 7.4 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, Live+SD, 1/27/20-2/23/20, excluding news & sports
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW’OUTPERFORMS COUNTRY’S LONGEST-RUNNINGPEDIGREE CANINE COMPETITION
Shepherd-Mix “Sugar” Takes Home the Top Prize, Winning “Best in Rescue” 
Bi-Coastal Immersive Adoption Events Celebrate“American Rescue Dog Show” in Los Angeles and New York
New York, NY, February 20, 2020 – For the third year in a row, Hallmark Channel’s “American Rescue Dog Show” out-performed the country’s most established purebred dog competition, once again demonstrating the ultimate lovability of shelter dogs.
The average of the network’s Sunday-Monday night shelter dog special out-delivered the two-night average of the pedigree competition across all key demos, including Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Women 18+, and Total Viewers. This year’s “American Rescue Dog” reached a combined total of over 2.8 million Unduplicated Total Viewers.
Sugar, this year’s “Best in Belly Rubs” category winner, competed against a pool of over 100 dogs to take home the top prize of “Best in Rescue.” Click Here for Video of the Winning Moment.
Hosted by Rebecca Romijn and Rodney Peete, “American Rescue Dog Show” has become a beloved annual programming tradition that airs in conjunction with network’s pet adoption initiative, Adoption Ever After.
In addition to on-air content, Hallmark Channel spotlighted “American Rescue Dog Show” at two immersive pup-up adoption stunts, one in New York City’s Times Square featuring an appearance by former NFL star Rodney Peete and another at the Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles, where former NFL running back Rashad Jennings dropped in to talk about the importance of pet adoption. To watch a video highlighting the bi-coastal puppy fest, click this link.
Source: Nielsen, Live+SD, February 10-17, 2020


HALLMARK CHANNEL CLOSES OUT 2019 AS #1 CABLE NETWORK AMONG
WOMEN 25-54 IN FOURTH QUARTER
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF “COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS” RANKED AS
MOST-WATCHED HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING EVENT ON CABLE,
OUTPERFORMING NEAREST COMPETITOR BY 51%
New York, NY, January 13, 2020 – Elevated by the popularity of “Countdown to Christmas”, Hallmark Channel clocked in as the highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Women 25-54 in Fourth Quarter for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, for the sixth year in a row, the network ranked as the #1 entertainment network in Q4 among Women 18+. Despite significantly increased competition in 2019, “Countdown to Christmas” was the year’s most-watched holiday programming event on cable, surpassing audience levels of the nearest competitor by 51%.
Additional Hallmark Channel Nielsen highlights on a Live +SD basis include:
  • #1 entertainment cable network in Fourth Quarter Total Day among Households, Women 18+, and Total Viewers
  • #1 cable network in Fourth Quarter for Weekend Total Day among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Women 18+, and Total Viewers
  • #1 network among Women 18+ in Saturday Primetime across broadcast and cable in Fourth Quarter


‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ MAKES HALLMARK CHANNEL THE
#1 DESTINATION FOR HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING AMONG WOMEN 25-54 IN
FOURTH QUARTER-TO-DATE

NETWORK ALSO RANKS AS #1 MOST-WATCHED ACROSS BROADCAST AND CABLE AMONG WOMEN 18+ ON SATURDAY NIGHTS IN FOURTH QUARTER
New York, NY, December 10, 2019 – “Countdown to Christmas” continues to top the ratings charts. In Fourth Quarter-to-date, the franchise has elevated Hallmark Channel to rank #1 on cable in Total Day among Women 25-54, further propelling the network to become the #1 most-watched across broadcast and cable on Saturday nights among Women 18+. The network’s two new original holiday movie premieres, Saturday evening’s Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation, “A Christmas Love Story”, and Sunday night’s highly-anticipated “Christmas at Dollywood”, averaged a 3.3 Household rating, 3.3 million Total Viewers, and 549,000 Women 25-54 and were the highest-rated and most-watched cable programs of the day on their respective air dates.
Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)
Overall “Countdown to Christmas” 10th Anniversary Highlights
  • The franchise has propelled the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network in Total Day among Women 25-54 in Fourth Quarter-to-date
  • Hallmark Channel has become the most-watched network across broadcast and cable among Women 18+ in Fourth Quarter-to-date
  • Initiative has reached 50 million unduplicated Total Viewers in 2019-to-date
Saturday, December 7 – “A Christmas Love Story” (Hallmark Hall of Fame)
  • Averaged a 2.9 Household rating, 2.9 million Total Viewers, and 515,000 Women 25-54
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched cable program of the day among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network for the entire week with no exclusions among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
  • Reached over 4.1 million Unduplicated Total Viewers
Sunday, December 8 – “Christmas at Dollywood”
  • Averaged a 3.6 Household rating, 3.6 million Total Viewers, and 583,000 Women 25-54
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched program cable program of the day and the highest-rated and most-watched non-news/sports program of the week among Households and Total Viewers
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable networks for the entire week with no exclusions among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
  • Reached over 5.6 million Unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, September 30 – December 8, 2019

VIEWERS CONTINUE TO ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ WITH HALLMARK CHANNEL,
PROPELLING NETWORK TO RANK #1 DURING TOTAL DAY
FOR FIVE CONSECUTIVE WEEKS
Network’s “7 Night Thanksgiving Movie Event” Premieres Averaged a 2.7 Household Rating, 2.8 Million Total Viewers, 469,000 Women 25-54, and Reached 15.5 Million Unduplicated Total Viewers

Saturday Night’s Original Holiday Premiere, “Christmas in Rome”,
Out-Delivered Four Out of Five Broadcast Networks
New York, NY, December 4, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s highly-anticipated “7 Night Thanksgiving Movie Event” was cable’s biggest draw last week, propelling the network to rank #1 in Total Day among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49.  Airing in conjunction with the network’s holiday programming juggernaut, “Countdown to Christmas”, the event featured seven consecutive nights of original holiday movie premieres, three of which represented the highest-rated non-news, non-sports cable programs of the week. Additionally, Saturday night’s holiday premiere, “Christmas in Rome”, not only out-performed cable, but attracted more viewers than CBS, ABC, NBC, and CW during the 8-10p time period.

Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)Overall “Countdown to Christmas” 10th Anniversary Highlights
  • The franchise has propelled the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Total Day among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49 since its October 25th launch 
  • Initiative has reached 46 million unduplicated Total Viewers in 2019-to-date
 Hallmark Channel’s “7 Night Thanksgiving Movie Event” Highlights
  • The seven original holiday movie premieres (November 25 - December 1) averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, 469,000 Women 25-54, and reached 15.5 million Unduplicated Total Viewers
  • The “7 Night Thanksgiving Week Event” propelled Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched cable network for the entire week among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49
  • Event delivered the Top 3 Household-rated programs of the week, excluding news and sports, (“Christmas Town”, “Christmas in Rome”, and “Christmas in Evergreen: Tidings of Joy”)
  • “Christmas in Rome” (November 30) out-delivered CBS, ABC, NBC & CW during the Saturday 8-10p time period among Households, Women 18-34 Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 18-34, Adults 18-49, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • “Christmas Town” (December 1) delivered a 3.9 Household rating, 3.9 million Total Viewers, and 734,000 Women 25-54, and was the highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable of program of week, becoming the highest-rated and most-watched Hallmark Channel original movie of 2019-to-date
  • Overall, Hallmark Channel reached 28 million Unduplicated Total Viewers during Thanksgiving Week
Source: Nielsen, October 25 – December 1, 2019

 HALLMARK CHANNEL IS VIEWERS’ ‘HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS’;
NETWORK CONTINUES TO RANK AS #1 ON CABLE



Latest Original Movie Premieres on Saturday & Sunday Nights
Averaged a 3.3 Household Rating, 3.3 Million Total Viewers,
and 584,000 Women 25-54


New York, NY, November 19, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s holiday ratings sensation, “Countdown to Christmas”, continues to entertain millions of viewers, positioning the network to rank #1 on cable among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers since its launch on October 25th.[1]

Saturday night’s holiday original premiere “Christmas Under the Stars” and Sunday night’s debut of “Write Before Christmas”, averaged a 3.3 HH rating, 3.3 million Total Viewers, and 584,000 Women 25-54.

The 10th anniversary of “Countdown to Christmas” has reached over 35 million unduplicated Total Viewers to-date. Overall, Crown Media Family Networks’ holiday programming initiatives, including Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas” and Hallmark Drama’s “Home for the Holidays”, have reached a combined total of nearly 44 million unduplicated Total Viewers to-date.

 Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)

Overall “Countdown to Christmas” 10th Anniversary Highlights
  • The franchise to-date has propelled the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Total Day and Primetime among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to rank as #1 for three consecutive weeks among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • Catapulted network to be #1 during Weekend Total Day over the past three weeks among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding sports
    • Initiative has reached over 35 million unduplicated Total Viewers in 2019-to-date
Saturday, November 16 – “Christmas Under the Stars”
  • Averaged a 3.4 Household rating, 3.4 million Total Viewers, and 530,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched cable program of the week among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
    • Reached 4.9 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Sunday, November 17 – “Write Before Christmas”
  • Averaged a 3.1 Household rating, 3.2 million Total Viewers, and 638,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the week among Households, excluding news and sports
  • Reached over 4.9 million unduplicated Total Viewers

Source: Nielsen, October 25 – November 17, 2019

 VIEWERS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’

FRANCHISE BOOSTS HALLMARK CHANNEL TO RANK AS
#1 NON-NEWS CABLE NETWORK FOR THE ENTIRE WEEK

Network’s New, Original Holiday Movie Premieres on Saturday & Sunday Night
Averaged a 2.8 Household Rating, 2.8 Million Total Viewers,
and 473,000 Women 25-54
New York, NY, November 5, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” is in full swing, and viewers are making it their number one holiday programming destination. The initiative has propelled the network to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched on cable for the entire week among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding news. This weekend’s new, original holiday movie premieres on Saturday and Sunday night, “Merry & Bright” and “Christmas Scavenger Hunt”,contributed to claiming the top spot, averaging a 2.8 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, and 473,000 Women 25-54.
Since its launch on October 25, the franchise to-date has reached 24 million unduplicated Total Viewers and has elevated the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched on cable during Total Day among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers[1].
Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)
Overall “Countdown to Christmas” 10th Anniversary Highlights
  • The franchise to-date has catapulted Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Total Day among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers1
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be #1 during Weekend Total Day among Households, Women 1849, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Propelled the network to rank as #1 for the entire week of October 28 among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding news
  • Initiative has reached 24 million unduplicated Total Viewers in 2019-to-date
Saturday, November 2 – “Merry & Bright”
  • Averaged a 2.8 Household rating, 2.9 million Total Viewers, and 458,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers and the highest-rated and most-watched program of the week among Households[2]
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched non-news cable network for the entire week among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Reached over 4.2 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Sunday, November 3 – “Christmas Scavenger Hunt”
  • Averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, and 487,000 Women 25-54
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched non-news cable network for the entire week among Households, Women 25-54, Total Viewers
  • Becomes the most-watched original movie premiere of 2019-to-date among Women 18-34, Women 25-54, Adults 18-34, Adults 18-4, and Adults 25-54
  • Reached over 4.2 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, October 25 – November 3, 2019

HALLMARK CHANNEL DOMINATES HOLIDAY WITH HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED
‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY KICK-OFF 
NETWORK LAUNCHES INTO THE SEASON AS HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED
ACROSS CABLE THROUGHOUT OPENING WEEKEND, FRIDAY-SUNDAY 


First Original Yuletide Movie Premiere of the Season,
“Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses”, Ranks as Highest-Rated and Most-Watched
Cable Program on Saturday, October 26


New York, NY, October 30, 2019 – Millions of viewers tuned into Hallmark Channel over the weekend for the launch of “Countdown to Christmas”, once again reinforcing the network’s preeminence as the country’s favorite destination for holiday programming. The initiative’s 10th Anniversary launch on Friday catapulted the network to the top of the cable leaderboard where it reigned as the highest-rated and most-watched network all weekend long, excluding news. Kicking off this year’s star-studded line-up of yuletide programming, the network’s first original movie premiere of the season, “Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses”, ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program on Saturday among Household rating, Total Viewers, Women 25-54, and Women 18-49. 
Cable-subscribing Christmas enthusiasts who couldn’t get enough of Hallmark’s seasonal programming also flocked to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas” and Hallmark Drama’s “Home for the Holidays”, which round out Crown Media’s trifecta of distinct linear holiday initiatives. Together the three networks reached 17.5 million unduplicated viewers throughout the course of the weekend. In addition, Crown Media’s popular subscription streaming service, Hallmark Movies Now, is bringing its own dose of holiday cheer with “Movies & Mistletoe”, featuring some of the most beloved Christmas movies from Hallmark’s extensive library. 
“From our top-tier talent, to magical locations, to compelling, heartfelt storylines, Hallmark Channel’s ‘Countdown to Christmas’ is a pop cultural touchstone that has been enchanting viewers for a decade and we are honored to have become such an important part of their holiday traditions,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, programming and network publicity. “This iconic programming event paved the way for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ highly successful “Miracles of Christmas”, along with more recent initiatives on Hallmark Drama and Hallmark Moves Now. Infused with the legacy of the Hallmark brand, each of these four platforms creates a unique experience that brings the spirit of the season to life in a special way.”
Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)
Saturday, October 26 – “Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses”
  • Averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, 414,000 Women 25-54, and 328,000 Women 18-49, ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched non-news cable network throughout the weekend among Households, Women 25-54, Total Viewers
  • Reached over 3.8 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, October 21-27, 2019
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 81 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl” and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.”  Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 

SEASON FOUR OF HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘CHESAPEAKE SHORES’
WRAPS AS #2 SCRIPTED SERIES ON CABLE
Series Propels Hallmark Channel to Become the Second Highest-Rated and
Most-Watched Cable Network During Its Six-Week Run
New York, NY, October 4, 2019 –Hallmark Channel’s original scripted series “Chesapeake Shores” concluded its fourth season Sunday night on a high note. The finale episode propelled the show to rank as the second highest-rated and most-watched scripted series of the week on ad-supported cable, averaging a 2.4 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, 397,000 Women 25-54. Overall, the six episodes of Season Four averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 366,000 Women 25-54, elevating the network to become the second highest-rated and most-watched on cable among Households and Total Viewers and third most-watched among Women 25-54 in the Sunday 8-9p Time Period.

Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +3)
Sunday, September 29 – “Chesapeake Shores” Season Four Finale
  • Averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 397,000 Women 25-54
  • The season finale episode ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series of the week on ad-supported cable
  • Ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the day
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network of the weekend among Households, excluding news and sports
  • Reached over 2.7 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, September 23 – 29, 2019

Season Four Overall Results
  • The six episodes averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 366,000 Women 25-54
  • Overall, Season Four ranked as the third highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series on ad-supported cable during its run[1]
  • Lifted Hallmark Channel to become the highest-rated non-news cable network on Sundays over the six-week run
  • Elevated network to become the second highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Households and Total Viewers and third most-watched among Women 25-54 in the Sunday 8-9p Time Period
  • Reached nearly 6.7 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, August 19 – September 29, 2019

[1] Among Households.

HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘GOOD WITCH’ CROSSES THE SEASON FIVE FINISH LINE
ON TOP AS #2 SCRIPTED SERIES ON CABLE


Catapults Hallmark Channel to Become the
Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Non-News Network on Weekends


New York, NY, August 23, 2019 –Hallmark Channel’s “Good Witch” wrapped up on Sunday with stellar ratings, claiming the #2 spot among scripted series on ad-supported cable. The original series, now concluding its fifth season, propelled the network to rank #1 in Household rating on Sundays, further lifting Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network on the weekends[1]. Overall, the ten episodes averaged a 2.8 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, and 419,000 Women 25-54, becoming the highest-rated and most-watched season of “Good Witch” in series history.
“When the first ‘Good Witch’ original movie premiered on Hallmark Channel in 2008, we couldn’t have foreseen that those characters would instantly become a beloved fixture in the imaginations of our viewers, let alone that we would go on to produce ten more movies and develop what has become one of the most successful primetime series on cable,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “As we wrap up Season Five on a high note, we are beginning to cook up some magic for next season that we know our fans will love.”
The finale episode delivered a 3.0 Household rating, 3 million Total Viewers, 414,000 Women 25-54 and was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and second highest-rated program of the week, excluding news.

 Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +3)
Sunday, August 18 – “Good Witch” Season Five Finale
  • Averaged a 3.0      Household rating, 3 million Total Viewers, and 414,000 Women 25-54
  • Season finale      episode ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day      and second highest-rated and most-watched non-news program of the week
  • Elevated Hallmark      Channel to be the highest-rated cable network on Sunday and the      highest-rated and most-watched during Weekend Prime
  • Reached 3.6 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, August 12 – 18, 2019

 Season Five Overall Results
  • The ten episodes that aired in Season Five averaged a 2.8 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, and 419,000 Women 25-54 becoming the highest-rated and most-watched season of “Good Witch” in series history
  • Season Five ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series on ad-supported cable
  • Propelled network to become the highest-rated cable network on Sundays and the highest-rated and most-watched cable network on weekends among Households, excluding news
  • Reached over 9.7 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, June 3 – August 18, 2019
[1] From 6/3-8/18/19. Among Households, Excluding news.

LAUNCH OF HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ANNUAL ‘SUMMER NIGHTS’ PROGRAMMING EVENT
PROPELS NETWORK TO RANK #1 DURING WEEKEND PRIMETIME & #2 DURING PRIMETIME FOR THE WEEK
Summer Nights Original Movie Premiere “Love and Sunshine”
Ranks as Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Program of the Day
New York, NY, August 6, 2019 – Hallmark Channel launched its annual “Summer Nights” franchise with a splash on Saturday, featuring the premiere of “Love and Sunshine”, a new original movie. The film not only ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day, but it elevated  the network to rank #1 across cable in household-rating during Weekend Primetime, and #2 during Primetime for the entire week[1]. The premiere averaged a 2.1 Household rating, 2 million Total Viewers, and 240,000 Women 25-54.

Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)Saturday, August 3 – “Love and Sunshine”
  • Averaged a 2.1 Household rating, 2 million Total Viewers, and 240,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and #2 most-watched of the week among Households, excluding news and sports
  • Premiere propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched non-news cable network on Saturday among Households
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Weekend Primetime and #2 highest-rated[2] during Primetime for the entire week
  • Reached over 2.8 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, July 29 – August 4, 2019

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 82 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
"Christmas Keepsake" Holiday Programming Scores Big for Hallmark Channel; Boosts Network to Rank as #1 in Primetime and Total Day
Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for the month of July to date.
[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] "CHRISTMAS KEEPSAKE" HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING SCORES BIG FOR HALLMARK CHANNEL; BOOSTS NETWORK TO RANK AS #1 IN PRIMETIME AND TOTAL DAY
Annual Christmas in July Event Positions Hallmark Channel as #2 Cable Network in the Month of July; Reaches 23 Million Unduplicated Viewers
New York, NY, July 31, 2019 - With just three months to go before the launch of Hallmark Channel's highly-anticipated 10th Annual "Countdown to Christmas", viewers tuned in en masse to the network's annual Christmas in July programming event for an early dose of holiday cheer. Demonstrating that the draw of Hallmark Channel's signature yuletide content extends beyond Fourth Quarter, this year's two-week summertime holiday franchise "Christmas Keepsake" elevated the network to become the highest-rated on cable in both Total Day and Prime Time[1] throughout the second two weeks of July. In addition, the event resulted in Hallmark Channel ranking as the #2-rated in Primetime for the entire month[2].
Featuring 24/7 holiday programming - including the network's popular original movies and themed episodes of "Home & Family" - Hallmark Channel's 2019 "Christmas Keepsake" ran from July 12-28 and reached 23 million unduplicated viewers.
Key Nielsen Highlights - Hallmark Channel (Live +SD)
· "Christmas Keepsake Week" boosted HC to be the highest-rated non-news cable network during Total Day, Prime Time, Weekends, and Weekend Primetime
· Hallmark Channel ranked as #2-rated for the entire month of July, excluding news
· Network delivered the Top 3-rated movies on ad-supported cable for three consecutive weeks
· Overall, "Christmas Keepsake Week" reached 23 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, July 1-28, 2019; Keepsake Dates: July 12 - 28, 2019
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks' flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 82 million homes. As the country's leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as "Good Witch," "When Calls the Heart" and "Chesapeake Shores"; annual specials including "Kitten Bowl" and "Hero Dog Awards"; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, "Home & Family." Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life's special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including "Countdown to Christmas," "Countdown to Valentine's Day," "Summer Nights," "Fall Harvest" and "Winterfest." Rounding out the network's diverse slate are some of television's most beloved comedies and series, including "The Golden Girls" and "Frasier." To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube 

Hallmark Channel's Annual "June Weddings" Programming Franchise Propels Network to Be #1 on Cable During Weekend Prime for the Month of June
Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for May 27-June 30.
[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] HALLMARK CHANNEL'S ANNUAL "JUNE WEDDINGS" PROGRAMMING FRANCHISE PROPELS NETWORK TO BE #1 ON CABLE DURING WEEKEND PRIME FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE
Five All-New Original Movie Premieres Reached Over 8.4 Million Unduplicated Total Viewers
New York, NY, July 2, 2019 - Hallmark Channel's annual "June Weddings" programming franchise said its final "I Do" of the 2019 wedding season this past weekend, claiming the #1 spot on cable during weekend prime for the entire month of June. The event's five all-new Saturday night original movies averaged a 2.1 Household rating, 2.1 million Total Viewers, and 259,000 Women 25-54.
Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +SD)
· The five 2019 "June Weddings" original movie premieres averaged a 2.1 Household rating, 2.1 million Total Viewers, and 259,000 Women 25-54
· "June Weddings" boosted the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during weekend prime for the month of June
· All five original premieres were the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day on their respective air dates[1] among Households
· Premieres reached 8.4 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, May 27 - June 30, 2019
[1] Excluding sports on Saturday, June 1st; Excluding news on Saturday, June 29th.
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks' flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 83 million homes. As the country's leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as "Good Witch," "When Calls the Heart" and "Chesapeake Shores"; annual specials including "Kitten Bowl" and "Hero Dog Awards"; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, "Home & Family." Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life's special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including "Countdown to Christmas," "Countdown to Valentine's Day," "Summer Nights," "Fall Harvest" and "Winterfest." Rounding out the network's diverse slate are some of television's most beloved comedies and series, including "The Golden Girls" and "Frasier." To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube



HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘GOOD WITCH’ KICKS OFF FIFTH SEASON
AS #1 ORIGINAL SCRIPTED SERIES ON CABLE



Season Premiere Delivers the Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Non-News Program of the Week

Propels Network to be #1 on Cable During Weekend Prime


New York, NY, June 14, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s original primetime scripted series, “Good Witch”,kicked off its fifth season on a high note Sunday night, becoming the highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series of the week on ad-supported cable. The season premiere episode ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day, the highest-rated and most-watched non-news program of the week, and propelled Hallmark Channel to claim the #1 spot on cable in weekend prime.

 Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +3)
Sunday, June 9 – “Good Witch” Season Five Premiere
  • Averaged a 2.9      Household rating, 3 million Total Viewers, and 419,000 Women 25-54
  • “Good Witch”      ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series of      the week on ad-supported cable
  • Elevated Hallmark      Channel to be the #1 cable network in weekend primetime
  • Season premiere      episode ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day      and the highest-rated and most-watched non-news program of the week
  • Reached 3.5 million unduplicated total viewers
Source: Nielsen, June 3 – June 9, 2019

 ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 83 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 
To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com
Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube

HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘WHEN CALLS THE HEART’WRAPS UP SEASON SIX AS #2 SCRIPTED SERIES ON CABLE 


Season Six and Finale Episode Rank as Highest-Rated in Series’ History


New York, NY, June 7, 2019 – In spite of losing two major characters – Jack at the end of Season 5 and Abigail earlier this season – Hallmark Channel’s “When Calls the Heart” crossed the Season Six finish line as the second highest-rated and most-watched scripted series across ad-supported cable in 2019 to-date, behind “The Walking Dead.” In addition, Season Six becomes the highest-rated season in series’ history, while the final installment, which premiered on Sunday, June 2, was the highest-rated episode since the series launched in 2013.
Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +3)Sunday, June 2 – “When Calls the Heart” Episode Six Season Finale
  • Averaged a 3.2 Household rating, 3.3 million Total Viewers, and 449,000 Women 25-54
  • Season finale became the highest-rated and most-watched episode in series history
  • Ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and week on ad-supported cable (excluding news)
  • Registers as the highest-rated episode in series history
Source: Nielsen, May 27 – June 2, 2019
 Season Six Overall Results
  • Ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched scripted series on ad-supported in 2019 to-date
  • The nine episodes that aired in Season Six averaged a 2.9 Household rating, 2.9 million Total Viewers, and 400,000 Women 25-54
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network in weekend primetime throughout the Season six run
  • Season Six ranks as the highest-rated season in series’ history
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 83 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”






HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘WHEN CALLS THE HEART’ RANKS AS #1 SCRIPTED SERIES ON CABLE
Series Returns with Two-Night Event Featuring All-New, Back-to-Back Episodes
New York, NY, May 14, 2019 – Following a brief hiatus, “When Calls the Heart” made a triumphant return to Hallmark Channel last week and is currently ranking as the highest-rated and most-watched scripted series on ad-supported cable. The show’s highly-anticipated two-night event, featuring new back-to-back episodes on Sunday, May 5 and Monday, May 6, averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 340,000 Women 25-54 on a Live +3 basis. Both episodes registered as the highest-rated and most-watched programs of the day on their respective air dates and boosted Hallmark Channel to rank as the #2 network on cable from Sunday through Monday during Prime Time, excluding news and sports. 

“The results from last week’s two-night ’When Calls the Heart’ event demonstrate the enduring passion and commitment of the show’s fanbase,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, Programming and Network Publicity. “Currently clocking in as the highest-rated scripted series across the cable spectrum, the show is truly a force to be reckoned with."

Key Nielsen Highlights (Live +3)
Sunday, May 5 & Monday, May 6 – “When Calls the Heart” Episodes 4 & 5
  • Averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 340,000 Women 25-54
  • Two-night event elevated Hallmark Channel to be the second highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Prime Time, excluding news networks & sports programming
  • Episode 4 on Sunday, May 5 delivered a 3.0 Household rating and ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched original scripted series of the week on ad-supported cable; episode also becomes the highest-rated “When Calls the Heart” episode in series history
  • Both episodes ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched programs of the day on their respective air dates, excluding news and sports
  • Combined, the telecasts reached 4.5 million unduplicated total viewers

Source: Nielsen, April 29 – May 12, 2019

 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERES ESTABLISH NETWORK AS
#1 ON CABLE ON SATURDAYS IN 2019-TO-DATE


‘LOVE TAKES FLIGHT’, NET’S MOST RECENT DEBUT AND A HALLARK HALL OF FAME PRESENTATION, RANKS AS
HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE PROGRAM OF THE DAY AND WEEK



New York, NY, April 30, 2019 – Hallmark Channel continues to dominate on Saturday nights with its new original movie premieres positioning the network as #1 on cable on Saturdays in 2019-to-date, excluding news channels. The network’s latest debut, Hallmark Hall of Fame original presentation “Love Takes Flight”, was not only the highest-rated and most-watched cable program on Saturday but also of the entire week, with the exception of news and sports. The premiere averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, and 303,000 Women 25-54 and reached 3.4 million unduplicated Total Viewers.

“Hallmark Channel is the number one destination for new original movies every Saturday night,” said Michelle Vicary, EVP, Programming & Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. “The fact that the network has been number one on Saturdays in 2019 to-date demonstrates overwhelming demand for our content and sets us up for even more success for the rest of the year.”

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)

Saturday, April 27 – “Love Takes Flight”

  • Averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, and 303,000 Women 25-54
  • Marked the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and week among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and second most-watched non-news cable network on Saturday
  • Premiere reached over 3.4 million unduplicated viewers

Next up on the network’s lineup is “Countdown to Summer”, an all-new programming event with new, original movie premieres every Saturday during the month of May.

Source: Nielsen, April 22 – 28, 2019
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘SPRING FEVER’ PROPELS NETWORK TO LEAD CABLE ON WEEKENDS
Franchise’s Six Spring-Themed Original Movie Premieres Reached Over 9.6 Million Unduplicated Total Viewers
New York, NY, April 23, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s annual programming franchise “Spring Fever” concluded this past weekend, kicking off the season with six all-new spring-themed Saturday night original movie premieres. Over its six-week run, “Spring Fever” elevated the network to be the highest-rated and second most-watched cable network on weekends, excluding news. The premieres averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 342,000 Women 25-54 and reached over 9.6 million unduplicated Total Viewers.

Newly-added to the network’s lineup of seasonal celebrations is “Countdown to Summer”, an all-new programming event with new, original movie premieres every Saturday during the month of May.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
  • The six 2019 “Spring Fever” original movie premieres averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 342,000 Women 25-54
  • “Spring Fever” boosted the network to be the highest-rated and second most-watched cable network on weekends among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched non-news cable network on Saturdays among Households and Total Viewers
  • All six “Spring Fever” premieres ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • The April 13 premiere of “Bottled with Love” became the highest Household-rated and second most-watched “Spring Fever” original premiere among Households and Total Viewers
  • Premieres reached over 9.6 million unduplicated viewers 
Source: Nielsen, March 11 – April 21, 2019


SEASON SIX PREMIERE OF HALLMARK CHANNEL’S HIT ORIGINAL SERIES ‘WHEN CALLS THE HEART’ LANDS TOP SPOT AS #2 ORIGINAL SCRIPTED SERIES OF THE WEEK


Ranks as #3 Original Scripted Series on Cable in 2019-to-date


New York, NY, March 1, 2019 – Hallmark Channel continues its remarkable ratings momentum, capping off February with a standout performance from the Season Six premiere of hit original scripted series “When Calls the Heart”. The program ranked as the #2 original scripted series of the week, only behind AMC’s “The Walking Dead”, and marks the #3 original scripted series on cable in 2019-to-date.[1] On a Live +3 basis, the program delivered a 2.9 Household rating, 3.1 million Total Viewers, and 449,000 Women 25-54.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)
Sunday, February 24 – “When Calls the Heart” Season Six Premiere
  • Averaged a 2.9 Household rating, 3.1 million Total Viewers, and 449,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the #2 original scripted series of the week and marks the #3 original scripted series on cable in 2019-to-date, among Households and Total Viewers
  • Ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households and Total Viewers
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Weekend Prime among Households and Total Viewers and during Weekend Total Day among Households
  • Episode marks the highest-rated and most-watched “When Calls the Heart” season premiere in series history among Households, Women 18-49, and Total Viewers
  • Program reached over 3.6 million unduplicated total viewers

 In the “When Calls the Heart” season six premiere, “Phone Rings and Heartstrings,” the town of Hope Valley adjusts to the changing times – while still maintaining the small-town bonds that connect them. After taking time off to care for her new baby, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) returns to teaching but soon realizes she needs more support than she could have imagined. Abigail (Lori Loughlin) prepares for the arrival of the telephone to Hope Valley.

 Source: Nielsen, February 18 – February 24, 2019

HALLMARK CHANNEL CLAIMS #1 SPOT ON CABLE DURING PRIMETIME FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY



New York, NY, February 27, 2019 – Hallmark Channel continues its ratings success in 2019, with the network ranking as the highest-rated across cable in Primetime for the entire month of February[1]. In addition, propelled by its original movie premieres, including two that aired as part of the network’s annual “Countdown to Valentine’s Day” programming event, Hallmark Channel became the #1 Household-rated and #2 most-watched cable network[2] on weekends throughout the month. The February 16 premiere of “Love, Romance & Chocolate”, starring Lacey Chabert, delivered especially strong results with a 3.0 Household rating, 3.1 million Total Viewers, and 457,000 Women 25-54 and represented the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day.[3]

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

  • Hallmark Channel ranked as the highest-rated cable network in February Primetime and third most-watched, excluding news and sports
  • Network was #1 in ratings and #2 in delivery on weekends in February[4]
  • “Countdown to Valentine’s Day” elevated the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during weekend prime among Households and Total Viewers
  • “Love, Romance & Chocolate” averaged a 3.0 Household rating, 3.1 million Total Viewers, and 457,000 Women 25-54
  • Hallmark Channel was the highest-rated and most-watched cable network on Saturdays in the month of February
  • The month becomes Hallmark Channel’s most-watched month of February in the last decade in Total Day among Households and Total Viewers and in Primetime among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 18-49, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • The four February original movie premieres reached a combined unduplicated audience of 8.9 million Total Viewers   


Source: Nielsen, January 28 – February 24, 2019
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S SECOND ANNUAL ‘AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW’ WINS BEST IN SHOW;
ONCE AGAIN OUTPERFORMS COUNTRY’S LONGEST-RUNNING
PUREBRED DOG COMPETITION
Annual Special Airs in Conjunction with Hallmark Channel’s Adoption Ever After, the Network’s Pet Adoption Advocacy Initiative
New York, NY, February 22, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s second annual “American Rescue Dog Show”, which aired in two parts February 17 and February 18, once again stole the country’s heart, with the telecasts delivering a combined average of 1.1 Million Total Viewers and 3.7 million unduplicated viewers. Moreover, for the second year in a row the program outperformed America’s longest-running canine showdown, which exclusively spotlights registered purebred dogs. In fact, Hallmark Channel’s two-night event delivered stronger results across key demographics[1] – including a 21% higher household rating and 11% more Total Viewers – than the other two-night program, which aired on Monday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 12.
Viewers’ passion for the show and its celebration of rescue dogs was not only evidenced by tune-in, but by a massive, highly-engaged turnout on social media, where the program trended throughout the two-night special event.
“We are incredibly proud of “American Rescue Dog Show” and the platform it has created to spotlight shelter dogs and the enrichment, humor, and love they have to offer,” said Bill Abbott, president & CEO, Crown Media Family Networks. “This program, along with Hallmark Channel’s other annual pet specials, including ‘Kitten Bowl’, ‘Cat Bowl’, and ‘Hero Dog Awards’, are like nothing else on television – they have the power to make a measurable difference in our country’s epidemic of pet homelessness, while providing inspirational, heartwarming, and transformative entertainment.”
Hosted by Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell,with celebrity judges Lisa Vanderpump, Debbie Gibson, Bill Berloni, Mike Rowe, and Brandon McMillan, and co-hosts Ross Mathews and Larissa Wohl, “American Rescue Dog Show” features the nation’s most unique rescue dogs, who go muzzle to muzzle in such personality driven categories as Best in Belly Rubs, Best in Couch Potato, Best in Senior Dog, Best in Short and Sweet, Best in Smiling, Best in Snoring, Best in Special Needs, Best in Talking, Best in Underbite, and Best in Wiggle Butt. In collaboration with Adopt-a-Pet.com, the light-hearted competition attracted a field of thousands of dogs, who were eventually narrowed down to 10, one winner in each category.
At the end of night two, Howard the Dog – the Short and Sweet category winner – earned the top dog title of Best in Rescue, winning a grant for the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, the rescue organization from which he was adopted.
The 2019 “American Rescue Dog Show” is an annual programming component of Adoption Ever After, the network’s pet adoption advocacy initiative which aims to dismantle misconceptions about shelter animals and ultimately create a world where every pet has a home. In addition to annual specials, “American Rescue Dog Show”, “Kitten Bowl”, “Cat Bowl”, and “Hero Dog Awards”, Hallmark Channel’s Emmy®-nominated daytime, lifestyle program “Home & Family” features daily pet adoption segments. Through Hallmark Channel’s work with a variety of national and pet rescue organizations, the initiative has been responsible for finding homes for over 20,000 animals to-date.
The “American Rescue Dog Show” is produced by Michael Levitt Productions. Michael Levitt and Jennifer Schulz serve as Executive Producers. Jill Goularte, Paula Frank, and Gary Tellalian are Co-Executive Producers.
Source: Nielsen, February 11 – 18, 2019
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 85 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”



HALLMARK CHANNEL RANKS AS HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE NETWORK IN JANUARY DURING PRIMETIME


“Winterfest” Programming  Event Establishes Network as #1 for Four Consecutive Weekends; Delivers #1 or #2 Cable Program of the Week All Monthlong


New York, NY, January 29, 2019 – Hallmark Channel’s unique success story continues with the network ranking as the most-watched and highest-rated across cable in Primetime for the entire month of January.* Driven by its annual “Winterfest” programming event, featuring four consecutive Saturday night movie premieres, the network was also #1 every weekend throughout the month.** Moreover, this year’s “Winterfest” movie premieres accounted for the most-watched and highest-rated cable programs every Saturday in January, as well as the #1 or #2 top-rated shows each week all monthlong.*
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel
  • The four consecutive Saturday night premieres averaged a 2.8 Household rating, 2.9 million Total Viewers, and 428,000 Women 25-54
  • Hallmark Channel ranked as most-watched and highest-rated cable network in January primtime, excluding news and sports
  • Network was #1 in ratings and delivery every weekend in January, excluding news
  • “Winterfest” premieres were #1 in ratings and delivery every Saturday in January and among the top two highest-rated program each week, excluding news and sports
  • This year’s “Winterfest” premieres cumulatively reached 10.4 million unduplicated viewers
Source: Nielsen, December 31, 2018 – January 27, 2019
*Excluding News & Sports Networks**Excluding Fox News Channel Weekend of January 19-20
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 85 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

HALLMARK CHANNEL ONCE AGAIN REIGNS AS INDISPUTABLE LEADER IN HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING; NETWORK DOMINATES ALL OF FOURTH QUARTER AS
HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED ON CABLE
Network Makes Strong Transition into 2019 with Launch of Annual “Winterfest” Programming Event, Delivering Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Program of the Week
New York, NY, January 8, 2019 – On the heels of holiday ratings sensation, “Countdown to Christmas”, Hallmark Channel wrapped up the final months of 2018 as the highest-rated and most-watched cable network for the entire Fourth Quarter among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54. In addition to crushing the cable competition, Hallmark Channel out-performed the broadcast networks on Saturday nights, delivering more Households and Women 25-54 than ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX in the 8-10p time period throughout the nine-week “Countdown to Christmas” run. The network also beat all of cable and broadcast among Women 25-54 delivery every Saturday night in the same two-hour time slot for the entirety of Fourth Quarter.
The momentum from the holiday season continued into the New Year with Saturday night’s debut of “Winter Castle”, which marked Hallmark Channel’s first new original movie premiere of 2019 and the kick-off to the network’s “Winterfest” programming event. The film averaged a 2.9 Household rating and 3 million Total Viewers to become the highest-rated and most-watched cable program of the week, excluding news & sports. The premiere followed the close of Hallmark Channel’s ninth annual “Countdown to Christmas” holiday programming event, which propelled the network to be #1 on cable among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 for 8 consecutive weeks and reached 68 million unduplicated viewers.

Key Nielsen Highlights – “Countdown to Christmas”
  • Highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 for the entire Fourth Quarter
  • Was #1 cable network among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 for 8 consecutive weeks
  • Network’s “Countdown to Christmas” Saturday night original movie premieres averaged a 3.3 Household rating, 3.5 million Total Viewers, and 641,000 Women 25-54, making Hallmark Channel the most-watched network among Households and Women 25-54 in the 8-10p time period among broadcast and cable
  • Delivered more Households and Women 25-54 than all four broadcast networks in the Saturday, 8-10p time period during the nine-week “Countdown to Christmas” run
  • Reached an unduplicated audience of 68 million viewers
  • Internationally, Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” original holiday movie premieres on W Network propelled network to be the #1 most-watched network in Canada on weekends[1] 
Source: Nielsen, October 1, 2018 – January 1, 2019
Key Nielsen Highlights – “Winter Castle”
  • The January 5 premiere of “Winter Castle” was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the week[2] and delivered more Households, Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 than ABC, CBS, and NBC
  • Additionally, “Winter Castle” propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network of the weekend among Households and Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, December 31, 2018 – January 6, 2019 

 HALLMARK CHANNEL CLOSES IN ON A VICTORIOUS HOLIDAY RUN
 


Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Debuts Highest-Rated Original Movie of All Time; Trails Hallmark Channel as the Second Highest-Rated Network of the Weekend



New York, NY, December 18, 2018 – “Countdown to Christmas” continues to be a ratings boon for Hallmark Channel, with network’s two most recent original holiday premieres, “Entertaining Christmas” and “A Gingerbread Romance”, registering as the highest-rated and most-watched programs of the day on their respective air dates (December 15-16)[1]. Moreover, the premieres elevated the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched on cable for the seventh consecutive week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54.

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas” event also demonstrated the appetite for Crown Media’s distinct brand of holiday programming, with this past weekend’s original movie premieres, “Northern Lights of Christmas” and “Small Town Christmas”, boosting the network to rank as the second highest-rated on cable for the entire weekend, behind sister network Hallmark Channel. Saturday evening’s premiere of “Northern Lights of Christmas” was a particular draw, tying this season’s original holiday movie premiere, “Once Upon a Christmas Miracle”, for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ highest-rated original movie premiere in network history.

Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas” have reached a combined audience of 69.2 million unduplicated viewers to-date.


Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

  • Overall, Hallmark Channel has been the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for seven consecutive weeks among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
  • To-date “Countdown to Christmas” has reached 60 million unduplicated viewers
  • The December 15 premiere of “Entertaining Christmas” averaged a 2.6 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 458,000 Women 25-54 and was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households and Total Viewers[2]
  • The December 16 premiere of “A Gingerbread Romance” averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 558,000 Women 25-54 and lifted Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network of the weekend[3] among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adult 18-49, Adults 25-54 and Total Viewers



Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

  • To-date “Miracles of Christmas” has reached 37 million unduplicated viewers
  • Both “Northern Lights of Christmas” and “Small Town Christmas” elevated the network to rank as the #2 Household-rated cable network for the entire weekend[4]
  • The December 15 premiere of “Northern Lights of Christmas” averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.1 million Total Viewers, and 287,000 Women 25-54 and was the highest household-rated original movie premiere in network history


Source: Nielsen, December 10-16, 2018
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ CONTINUES TO DOMINATE
AS HOLIDAY TELEVISION EVENT OF THE SEASON
Network Has Ranked as Highest-Rated and Most-Watched on Cable for Six Consecutive Weeks Among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
New York, NY, December 11, 2018 – “Countdown to Christmas” continues to take the holiday season by storm, with Hallmark Channel’s two new original holiday movie premieres, “Homegrown Christmas” and “Welcome to Christmas”, elevating the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched on cable for the entire week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54. Additionally, the premieres boosted the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched for the entire weekend among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 18-49, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel
  • Overall, Hallmark Channel has been the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for six consecutive weeks among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
  • To-date “Countdown to Christmas” has reached 57 million unduplicated viewers
Saturday, December 8 – “Homegrown Christmas”:
  • Averaged a 3.4 Household rating, 3.8 million Total Viewers, and 599,000 Women 25-54
  • Delivered more Households and Total Viewers than ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX in the 8-10pm time period
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable program of the week among Households and Total Viewers
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched network for the entire week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 
Sunday, December 9 – “Welcome to Christmas”:
  • Averaged a 3.1 Household rating, 3.4 million Total Viewers, and 711,000 Women 25-54
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and second highest-rated and most-watched program of the week among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network of the weekend among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 18-49, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers

Source: Nielsen, December 3-9, 2018

 ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ CATAPULTS HALLMARK CHANNEL TO RANK AS HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE NETWORK IN NOVEMBER


Latest Holiday Original Movie Premieres Rank as #1 Cable Program of the Day and Among Top-Rated of the Week



New York, NY, December 4, 2018 – “Countdown to Christmas” continues to surpass the competition, with the 24/7 holiday movie event propelling Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable in November among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49. This past weekend’s original premieres, “Mingle All the Way” and “A Majestic Christmas”, averaged a 2.9 Household rating, 3.2 million Total Viewers, and 595,000 Women 25-54.

Sister network Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ own seasonal franchise, “Miracles of Christmas”, also continues to be a hit, with Saturday’s original movie premiere “Christmas Wonderland” garnering a 1.7 Household rating, 1.5 million Total Viewers, and 211,000 Women 25-54. The next night’s premiere of “Once Upon a Christmas Miracle” averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.1 million Total Viewers, and 331,000 Women 25-54. In addition, the program registered as Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ most-watched and highest-rated original movie premiere in network history among HHs, W25-54 & A18-34.

Key Nielsen Highlight (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

  • Hallmark Channel has been the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for five consecutive weeks among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54
  • To-date “Countdown to Christmas” has reached 53 million unduplicated viewers



Saturday, December 1 – “Mingle All the Way”:

  • Averaged a 3.5 Household rating, 3.9 million Total Viewers, and 691,000 Women 25-54
  • Delivered more Women 25-54 than ABC, CBS, and NBC in the 8-10pm time period
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable program of the week among Households and Total Viewers
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched network for the entire week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54  

Sunday, December 2 – “A Majestic Christmas”:

  • Averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, and 500,000 Women 25-54
  • Was the most-watched program of the day among Households and Total Viewers


Source: Nielsen, November 26 – December 2, 2018
CROWN MEDIA SERVES UP A FEAST OF ORIGINAL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING WITH ITS ‘THANKSGIVING WEEK MOVIE EVENT’, FEATURING TWELVE MOVIES OVER NINE NIGHTS ACROSS TWO NETWORKS
Event Reached 41 Million Unduplicated Viewers and Elevated Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to Rank as the Top Two Household-Rated Networks on Cable Over Thanksgiving Weekend
New York, NY, November 29, 2018 – Crown Media Family Networks’ “Thanksgiving Week Movie Event” gave viewers a lot to be thankful for this year, with twelve new original holiday movies airing over nine nights across Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. Airing in conjunction with the channels’ signature holiday franchises “Countdown to Christmas” and “Miracles of Christmas”, the event boosted Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to outperform the competition as the two highest-rated networks on cable over Thanksgiving weekend. Running from November 17-25, the two-network event reached a cumulative unduplicated audience of 41 million viewers.

To-date, Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas” have reached a combined audience of 57 million unduplicated viewers.

Key Nielsen Highlight (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel
  • The seven original movie premieres averaged a 3.4 Household rating, 3.8 million Total Viewers, and 715,000 Women 25-54
  • Propelled by the Thanksgiving Week premieres, Hallmark Channel was the highest-rated and most-watched cable network of the week among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 for the fourth consecutive week[1]
  • The November 25 premiere of “A Shoe Addict’s Christmas”, featuring Candace Cameron Bure, ranked as second highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable program of the week among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • “A Shoe Addict’s Christmas” also becomes the #1 most-social original movie premiere of the holiday season to-date (10/22-11/25) and Hallmark Channel’s second most-watched original movie premiere in network history among Women 18-34

Key Nielsen Highlight (L+SD) for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
  • The five original movie premieres averaged a 1.8 Household rating, 1.6 million Total Viewers, and 240,000 Women 25-54
  • Elevated by the Thanksgiving Week premieres, network was the #2 Household-rated cable network of the weekend and was a top ten most-watched cable network for the week among Households[2]
  • The November 24 premiere of “Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane” boosted Saturday to become the network’s most-watched day in history among Women 25-54
  • Elevated network to be a top 3 rated and most-watched cable network for the weekend among Households and Total Viewers, excluding news and sports

Source: Nielsen, November 12-25, 2018

 VIEWERS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF HALLMARK CHANNEL’S “COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS”


Network Ranks as #1 in Fourth Week of Signature Holiday Event;
Reaches 42 Million Unduplicated Viewers To-Date



New York, NY, November 20, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” continues to attract the viewers and buoy the network as a top destination in cable. In its fourth consecutive weekend of original holiday movie premieres, the programming event has once again elevated the network to be #1 for the entire weekend.


This past Saturday’s original holiday premiere, “Christmas at Graceland”, ranked as the top cable program of the day and the highest-rated and most-watched program of the week among Households[1]. Additionally, Sunday night’s debut of “Christmas in Evergreen: Letters to Santa” became the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and boosted Hallmark Channel to be the #1 network on Sunday.


 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

Hallmark Channel has been the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for three consecutive weeks among Women 25-54, Women 18-49, Households, and Total Viewers[2] 

Saturday, November 17– “Christmas at Graceland”:

  • Averaged a 4.2 Household rating, 4.7 million Total Viewers, and 845,000 Women 25-54
  • Out-delivered all four broadcast networks in the 8-10pm time period among Households, Women 18-34, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched cable program of the day and of the week[3]
  • Elevated network to be highest-rated and most-watched on Saturday
  • Is Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watched original telecast of 2018 to-date



Sunday, November 18 – “Christmas in Evergreen: Letters to Santa”:

  • Averaged a 3.5 Household rating, 4 million Total Viewers, and 799,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and third highest-rated and most-watched program of the week[4]
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to rank #1 among Households and all key demographics on Sunday

Source: Nielsen, November 12-18, 2018
“COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS” MAKES HALLMARK CHANNEL HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE NETWORK OF THE WEEK
New York, NY, November 6, 2018 – Following a highly successful launch on Friday, October 26, “Countdown to Christmas” is already the leading destination on cable, propelling Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched network for the entire week among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49. With the help of this past Saturday and Sunday’s new original movie premieres, “Christmas Joy” and “Road to Christmas”, Hallmark Channel’s signature holiday event also stole the weekend, making the network the highest-rated and most-watched across key demographics, including Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel
  • Hallmark Channel ranked as the highest-rated and most-watched network for the entire week among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49
  • The Saturday and Sunday original premieres made the network the highest-rated and most-watched among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers

    Saturday, November 3 – “Christmas Joy”:
  • Averaged a 3.2 Household rating, 3.4 million Total Viewers, and 708,000 Women 25-54
  • Delivered more Households, Women 18-49, and Women 25-54 than the broadcast networks, ABC, NBC, and Fox in the Saturday 8-10p time period
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and movie of the week
  • Reached over 4.9 million unduplicated Total Viewers

    Sunday, November 4 – “Road to Christmas”:
  • Averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 581,000 Women 25-54
  • Ranked as the second highest-rated and most-watched program of the day and third highest-rated and most-watched program of the week (excluding news and sports)
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to rank #1 among Households and all key demographics on Sunday
  • Reached nearly 4.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers

Source: Nielsen, October 29 – December 4, 2018

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 86 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S LAUNCH OF 2018 “COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS” PROGRAMMING EVENT PROPELS NETWORK TO BE #1 OVER ENTIRE WEEKEND


Franchise’s First Original Holiday Premiere Marked Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Cable Program on Saturday



New York, NY, October 30, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s highly-anticipated kick-off of the 2018 “Countdown to Christmas” programming event on Friday drove the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched cable network for the entire weekend among Households, Women 25-54 and Total Viewers.

Saturday’s world premiere of the first new original movie premiere of the holiday season, “Christmas at Pemberley Manor”, averaged a 3.2 Household rating and was the highest-rated and most-watched cable program of the day, excluding sports, and the second highest-rated and most-watched of the week, excluding news and sports. Additionally, the premiere elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network on Saturday among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers, excluding sports.

This year’s “Countdown to Christmas” initiative will feature 22 new original premieres over the course of ten weeks, with new movies every Saturday and Sunday, in addition to an extended Thanksgiving week event with new movies Wednesday through Sunday. The network’s 2017 event made Hallmark Channel the highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Women 25-54 for all of Fourth Quarter.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Saturday, October 27 – “Christmas at Pemberley Manor” World Premiere:

  • Averaged 3.6 million Total Viewers and 692,000 Women 25-54;
  • Was top-rated and most-watched program of the day among Households, Women 25-54, and all key demos, excluding sports;
  • Out-delivered the major broadcast networks, ABC, CBS, and NBC in the Saturday, 8-10p time period among Women 25-54 and Women 18-49;
  • Marks Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watch original movie premiere in 2018 to-date among Households, Women 25-54, Total Viewers, and all key demos;
  • Reached nearly 4.8 million unduplicated viewers

Source: Nielsen, October 22 – October 27, 2018
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S “FALL HARVEST” PROGRAMMING STUNT ELEVATES NETWORK TO BE HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE DESTINATION ON WEEKENDS
Network Delivered Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Program of the Day for Five Consecutive Saturdays
New York, NY, October 23, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s 2018 “Fall Harvest” programming event, which featured six new original movie premieres, wrapped up on a high note this past weekend. The initiative’s final two original movie premieres, “Love, Of Course” and “Good Witch: Tale of Two Hearts”, averaged a 2.4 Household rating and 2.5 million Total Viewers. For five consecutive Saturdays, the “Fall Harvest” original movie premieres delivered the highest-rated and most-watched program of the day, making the network the highest-rated and most-watched cable destination on weekends (excluding news and sports).
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
  • Overall, the network’s six original movie premieres averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.5 million Total Viewers, and 390,000 Women 25-54.
  • Over the past five weeks, the six original movie premieres boosted Hallmark Channel to be highest-rated among Households, Women 25-54, and P2+ in their time periods
  • The 2018 “Fall Harvest” event delivered the highest-rated and most-watched movie of the week among Households and Total Viewers
  • In total, the “Fall Harvest” stunt reached over 11.1 million unduplicated viewers
Source: Nielsen, September 17 – October 21, 2018
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 86 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERE ‘ALL OF MY HEART: THE WEDDING’ RANKS AS HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED PROGRAM OF THE WEEK


Network’s Second Installment of the 2018 “Fall Harvest” Programming Event Catapults Network to Become Highest-Rated and Most-Watched in Saturday Prime Time


New York, NY, October 2, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s latest original movie, “All of My Heart: The Wedding” – one of four new premieres airing as part of the network’s “Fall Harvest” programming event – was a standout on cable last week. The film was the highest-rated and most-watched program of the week, excluding news and sports. A sequel to last fall’s “All of My Heart: Inn Love”, the premiere catapulted Hallmark Channel to rank as the highest-rated and most-watched cable network in Saturday Prime Time among Households and Women 25-54.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Saturday, September 29 – “All of My Heart: The Wedding”
  • Averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers, and 438,000 Women 25-54
  • The original premiere helped boost Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated cable network on Saturday in both Prime Time and Total Day (excluding news) among Households and Women 25-54.
  • “All of My Heart: The Wedding” became the highest-rated and most-watched “Fall Harvest” original movie premiere ever among Households and reached over 3.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, September 24-30, 20188
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 87 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com
Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube

CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKS’ PROGRAMMING FRANCHISES BOOST NETWORKS TO BE TOP-RATED DESTINATIONS ALL SUMMER LONG

Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” Stunt Delivers Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Movie of the Week for Five Consecutive Weeks
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ First Season-Long “Summer of Mystery” Event Propelled Network to Tie as Highest-Rated in Sunday 9p-11p Time Period
New York, NY, August 28, 2018 – Viewers turned to Crown Media Family Networks to beat the heat this summer, making Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries top destinations all season long.

Hallmark Channel’s third annual “Summer Nights” programming stunt elevated the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Weekend Prime Time from July 28-August 26. Overall, the five “Summer Nights” original movie premieres averaged a 2.2 Household rating, 2.3 million Total Viewers, and 333,000 Women 25-54.

Additionally, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ first-ever “Summer of Mystery” event, featuring new original installments from the network’s “Hailey Dean Mysteries”, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”, “Morning Show Mysteries”, and “Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” franchises, as well as a full month of “Garage Sale Mysteries” Sunday night original movie premieres averaged a 1.7 Household rating, 1.4 million Total Viewers, and 156,000 Women 25-54.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Hallmark Channel’s 2018 “Summer Nights”
  • The August 25 premiere of “Season for Love” averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.4 million Total Viewers, and 358,000 Women 25-54
  • The 2018 “Summer Nights” original movie premieres reached a combined total of 9.1 unduplicated total viewers and 1.5 million Women 25-54
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ 2018 “Summer of Mystery”
  • The August 26 premiere of “Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder in D Minor” averaged a 1.9 Household rating, 1.6 million Total Viewers, and 196,000 million Total Viewers
  • The ten “Summer of Mystery” premieres reached nearly 7.2 million unduplicated viewers
Source: Nielsen, May 28 – August 26, 2018
ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKS
Crown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies, scripted series, annual specials, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show.Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a 24-hour cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Miracles of Christmas”. Hallmark Drama showcases the rich legacy of the Hallmark Hall of Fame library and with zero duplication, spotlights movies and series from Crown Media’s collection of original dramatic content. Crown Media Family Networks is also home to Hallmark Movies Now, the company’s subscription streaming service, which offers wholly distinct content from the company’s linear channels. Crown Media Family Networks’ digital publishing extension, Hallmark Publishing, is an eBook division that creates novelizations of previously aired original movie favorites. It also accepts author submissions for original, on-brand manuscripts that can be greenlit as a new movie or series for one of the company’s three linear networks.
ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERE, ‘LOVE ON SAFARI’, LAUNCHES HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ANNUAL ‘SUMMER NIGHTS’ PROGRAMMING EVENT, ELEVATING NETWORK TO RANK #1 IN PRIME TIME AND TOTAL DAY



New Original Movie Premiere Ranked as Most-Watched and Highest-Rated Cable Program of the Week



New York, NY, July 31, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s annual programming stunt “Summer Nights” kicked off Saturday night with the world premiere of “Love on Safari,” which marked the most-watched and highest-rated cable program of the day and week among Households, excluding news and sports. As the first Hallmark Channel original movie to be filmed in South Africa, “Love on Safari,” starring Lacey Chabert and Jon Cor, also elevated the network to rank #1 among Households and Total Viewers in the Saturday 9-11p time period. Hallmark Channel’s 2018 “Summer Nights” event will continue with four consecutive Saturday night movie premieres in August.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Saturday, July 28 – “Love on Safari”

  • Averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.6 million      Total Viewers and 376,000 Women 25-54
  • The original      premiere helped boost Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated cable network on Saturday in both Prime Time and Total Day among Households
  • Reached over 3.6 million unduplicated Total Viewers

Source: Nielsen, July 23-29, 2018

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL

Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 87 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ORIGINAL PRIMETIME SERIES, ‘GOOD WITCH’, WRAPS UP SEASON FOUR ON A STRONG NOTE

SHOW RANKED AMONG TOP 2 HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED SCRIPTED CABLE SERIES OF THE WEEK FOR 10 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS

New York, NY, July 6, 2018 – The fourth season of Hallmark Channel’s original primetime scripted series, “Good Witch”, came to a successful close this past Sunday, July 1, after the much-anticipated finale episode, “Tossing the Bouquet.” On a Live+3 basis, the finale episode boosted Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Households and Total Viewers during Weekend Prime.
Overall, the ten consecutive Sunday night original premieres averaged a 2.6 Household rating, 456,000 Women 25-54, and nearly 2.8 million Total Viewers on a Live+3 basis. 
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)
“Good Witch” Season 4
  • The season finale episode was the most-watched program of the day and the second most-watched program of the week among total viewers, with the exception of news and sports
  • For 10 straight weeks, the show ranked among the top two highest-rated and most-watched original scripted cable series of the week among Households and Total Viewers
  • Season four propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched cable network during Weekend Prime among Households and Total Viewers for the full season, excluding sports
  • The fourth season has reached 10 million unduplicated viewers to date
Source: Nielsen, April 23 – July 4, 2018
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel, owned by Hallmark Cards, Inc., is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 87 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 

 HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES’ FIRST ANNUAL “SUMMER OF MYSTERY”
KICKS OFF ON A HIGH NOTE WITH THREE CONSECUTIVE SUNDAY NIGHT PREMIERES FROM THE ‘HAILEY DEAN MYSTERIES’ MOVIE SERIES


Event to-date Elevated Network to Rank as Highest-Rated in Cable for the First Three Weeks of June in the Sunday, 9-11pm Time Period



New York, NY, June 19, 2018 – Following Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ highly successful “Garage Sale Mysteries Month” in August of 2017, Crown Media is expanding the network’s programming event strategy this year with its first annual “Summer of Mystery.” The tentpole event, which kicked off earlier this month with three back-to-back Sunday night premieres from the “Hailey Dean Mysteries” movie series, is off to a strong start, boosting Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to rank as the highest-rated non-sports cable network in the Sunday 9-11pm time period for the first three weeks in June. The Sunday, June 17th debut of “Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Will to Kill” turned in an especially notable performance, becoming the 2nd highest-rated non-sports cable program of the day.

“Summer of Mystery” will continue in July with three new original mystery movie premieres and culminates in August with the second annual ”Garage Sale Mysteries Month,” headlined by four consecutive Sunday night premieres from the highly popular series starring Lori Loughlin.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Sunday, June 17 – “Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Will to Kill”:

  • Premiere averaged a 1.8 Household rating, 1.5 million Total Viewers, and 169,000 Women 25-54
  • Helped boost network to be the highest-rated cable network in Sunday Prime Time, excluding sports
  • Marked Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ highest-rated and most-watched original movie premiere in 2018 to-date
  • Reached over 2 million unduplicated viewers

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)“Summer of Mystery” To-Date

  • Cumulatively, the three “Hailey Dean Mysteries” original premieres averaged a 1.6 Household rating, 1.3 million Total Viewers, and 150,000 Women 25-54
  • Premieres collectively boosted Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to rank as the #1 household-rated non-sports cable network in the Sunday 9-11pm time period and #3 among Total Viewer delivery for three straight weeks  
  • Three premieres reached over 3.5 million unduplicated total viewers

Source: Nielsen, May 28 – June 17, 2018
VIEWERS SAY, ‘I DO,’ TO HALLMARK CHANNEL’S THIRD ANNUAL
‘JUNE WEDDINGS’ PROGRAMMING EVENT



Wedding Season’s First New Movie of the Year, “Marrying Mr. Darcy”,
Ranks as Most-Watched Cable Program of the Week
New York, NY, June 5, 2018 – Scores of viewers took a trip down the aisle with Hallmark Channel Saturday night for the kick-off of the network’s third annual month-long “June Weddings” programming event. Featuring five consecutive Saturday night original movie premieres, this year’s nuptial-themed extravaganza launched with the debut of “Marrying Mr. Darcy,” the sequel to last year’s highly successful premiere “Unleashing Mr. Darcy”. The movie became cable’s highest-rated program of the day among Households and Women 25-54, as well as the most-watched of the entire week among Total Viewers (excluding news and sports).
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Saturday, June 2 – “Marrying Mr. Darcy”:
  • Averaged a 2.6 Household rating, 2.7 million Total Viewers and 505,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest -rated and most-watched cable movie of the day and week among Households, Women 25-54, Women 18-49, and Total Viewers
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable in the Saturday, 9-11p time period, excluding sports
  • Was Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watched “June Weddings” original movie premiere across key demographics in network history
  • Reached nearly 3.7 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, May 28, 2018 – June 3, 2018
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ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 87 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
Hallmark Channel's New Hallmark Hall of Fame Original World Premiere, "The Beach House", A Top Draw on Cable This Week
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for Saturday, April 28.

[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] HALLMARK CHANNEL'S NEW HALLMARK HALL OF FAME ORIGINAL WORLD PREMIERE, "THE BEACH HOUSE", A TOP DRAW ON CABLE THIS WEEK
New York, NY, May 3, 2018 - The Saturday, April 28th world premiere of "The Beach House", the latest installment in the iconic Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise, made Hallmark Channel a top destination on cable this week. On a Live+3 basis, the movie was the highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable program of the day and was #2 of the week, excluding news and sports.
Starring Andie MacDowell, Minka Kelly, and Chad Michael Murray, the movie, centers around the complex relationship between a mother and her daughter, when the latter loses her job in Chicago and returns to her childhood home in South Carolina's scenic Lowcoutnry. In addition, the film shines a spotlight on the real-life movement in the area to preserve the local sea turtle population, a passion of MacDowell's character, Lovie.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)
Saturday, April 28 - "The Beach House":
· Averaged a 2.6 Household rating, 2.8million Total Viewers, and 487,000 Women 25-54
· Marked the highest-rated and most-watched movie on cable of the day and week among Households, Women 25-54, Women 18-49, and Total Viewers
· Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated cable network in the Saturday, 9-11pm time period, excluding sports
· Reached 3.7 million unduplicated viewers
Source: Nielsen, April 30 - May 6, 2018

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks' flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes. As the country's leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as "Good Witch," "When Calls the Heart" and "Chesapeake Shores"; annual specials including "Kitten Bowl" and "Hero Dog Awards"; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, "Home & Family." Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life's special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including "Countdown to Christmas," "Countdown to Valentine's Day," "Summer Nights," "Fall Harvest" and "Winterfest." Rounding out the network's diverse slate are some of television's most beloved comedies and series, including "The Golden Girls" and "Frasier." Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks. To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube
 SEASON FIVE OF HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ORIGINAL PRIMETIME SHOW, ‘WHEN CALLS THE HEART’, WRAPS UP AS MOST SUCCESSFUL IN SERIES HISTORY



SHOW RANKED AMONG THE TOP FOUR MOST-WATCHED CABLE SERIES OF THE WEEK FOR 10 STRAIGHT WEEKS



New York, NY, April 24, 2018 – Viewers tuned into Hallmark Channel in spades Sunday night for the highly-anticipated emotional climax of season five of the network’s original primetime series, “When Calls the Heart”. On a Live+SD basis, the finale averaged a 2.3 Household rating and 2.6 million Total Viewers, in addition to ranking as the second highest-rated cable program of the day and second most-watched of the week among households, excluding news and sports.

The season finale also made a strong imprint on social media, trending #5 on Twitter in the U.S. Sunday evening. The following afternoon, the show’s co-executive producers Brian Bird and Lori Loughlin, who also stars in the show, along with her co-stars Erin Krakow and Daniel Lissing conducted the network’s first-ever 30-minute Facebook Live Post-Show to address the death of Lissing’s beloved character, Mountie Jack Thornton. Driven by the show’s highly-engaged and passionate fanbase, #Hearties, the event has reached over 700,000 people with over 450,000 views to-date.

Overall, season five wrapped up as the most most-watched in series history among Households, Women 25-54, Adults 25-54, Adults 18-49, and Total Viewers on a Live+SD basis. The network recently announced that the show will be returning for a sixth season in 2019 and development currently is underway.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)“When Calls the Heart” Season 5

  • Finale marked the highest-rated and most-watched episode in series-history among Women 25-54 and Adults 25-54 and highest-rated among Adults 18-49 and Total Viewers
  • The season finale ranked as #2 Household-rated and second most-watched cable program in the Sunday 9-10p time-period
  • Season five averaged a 2.0 Household rating, 2.2 million Total Viewers, and 315,000 Women 25-54
  • The February 18th season premiere boosted the show to be become the most-watched scripted cable series of the week (February 12-18)
  • For 10 weeks, the show ranked within the top four most-watched scripted cable series of the week
  • Season ranked as second highest-rated and second most-watched cable series in the Sunday night 9-10pm time period and number three among Total Viewers for 10 consecutive weeks
  • To date, the fifth season has reached 9.2 million unduplicated viewers


Source: Nielsen, February 12, 2018 – April 22, 2018



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL

Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S “ONCE UPON A PRINCE” CHARMS VIEWERS

FINAL MOVIE IN NETWORK’S 2018 ‘SPRING FEVER’ PROGRAMMING EVENT
BOOSTS NETWORK TO BECOME HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED
IN PRIMETIME AND TOTAL DAY

New York, NY, April 10, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s annual programming event “Spring Fever” culminated Saturday night with the world premiere of “Once Upon a Prince,” which marked the most-watched and highest-rated cable program of the day, excluding news and sports.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)Saturday, April 7 – “Once Upon a Prince”:
  • Averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers and 488,000 Women 25-54
  • Most-watched cable movie of the day and week among Households, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Third highest-rated cable program of the week, excepting news and sports
  • Reached over 3.5 million unduplicated Total Viewers
Overall, this year’s stunt was the network’s most successful “Spring Fever” since its launch in 2016 among Households and all key demos.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
  • The 2018 “Spring Fever” original movies averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.5 million Total Viewers and 395,000 Women 25-54
  • All four consecutive Saturday night original movies were the most-watched and highest-rated programs for the day on which they premiered, with the exception of news and sports
  • Compared to its 2017 counterpart, 2018 “Spring Fever” was up 8% in HH rating, 15% among Women 25-54 and 9% among Total Viewers 
Source: Nielsen, March 12, 2018 – April 8, 2018
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘SPRING FEVER’ IS CATCHING


NEW ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERE, ‘ROYAL MATCHMAKER,’
CLOCKED IN AS TOP CABLE PROGRAM ON SATURDAY



New York, NY, March 27, 2018 – Saturday night’s world premiere of Hallmark Channel’s latest original movie, “Royal Matchmaker” – airing as part of the network’s annual programming event, “Spring Fever” –  proved infectious for viewers, becoming the most-watched and highest-rated cable program of the day, with the exception of sports and news.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) Saturday, March 24 – “Royal Matchmaker”:

  • Averaged a 2.7 Household rating, 2.9 million Total Viewers, and 438,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest-rated and most-watched cable movie of the day and week among Households, Women 25-54, Adults 25-54, Women 18-49 and P2+
  • Was the third highest-rated cable program of the week
  • Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated cable network in Total Day and Prime Time on Saturday, excepting sports programming

Source: Nielsen, March 19-25, 2018

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL

Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.
IT’S OFFICIAL! SHELTER DOGS WIN BEST IN SHOW 
VIEWERS FLOCK TO HALLMARK CHANNEL FOR “2018 AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW,” DEMONSTRATING THAT RESCUES ARE THE COUNTRY’S TOP DOGS 

Program a Component of Hallmark Channel’s Adoption Ever After,
the Network’s Pet Adoption Advocacy Initiative

New York, NY, February 22, 2018 – Hallmark Channel’s first annual “American Rescue Dog Show” turned in impressive ratings and delivery results Monday night, making it the country’s new favorite canine competition and outperforming a long-running, well-known dog show that focuses exclusively on pure breeds. The show delivered 153,000 Adults 25-54 and 864,000 Total Viewers. In addition, the program trended on Twitter and Facebook throughout the night with viewers weighing in on what makes rescue dogs such wonderful pets.
 “Pure bred dogs have been celebrated in a variety of dog shows for over a century but rescue dogs are remarkably special and we are proud to showcase them in this way,” said Bill Abbott, president & CEO, Crown Media Family Networks. “’The American Rescue Dog Show’ will only grow in popularity and bring a new level of awareness to the wonderful dogs available in shelters each and every day.”
 A component of Adoption Ever After, the network’s pet adoption advocacy initiative, the “2018 American Rescue Dog Show” is a celebration of shelter dogs in all their beautiful variety. Hosted by Rebecca Romijn and Rich Eisen, with celebrity judges Linda Blair, Rick Springfield, Brandon McMillan, Andrea Arden, David Alexander, and Lisa Arturo, the program light-heartedly pitted rescue dogs from across the country against each other in a personality-driven competition with such categories as Best Wiggle Butt, Best in Snoring, Best in Kissing, Best in Special Needs, Best Senior Dog, Best Underbite, Best Talking, Best Listening, Best Fetcher, and Best Couch Potato. A field of over 2,000 dogs was eventually narrowed down to ten, one winner in each category. At the end of the night, Jackie, a Black Lab/Golden Retriever mix – the Best Senior Dog winner – took top honors as Best in Rescue.  
 The “2018 American Rescue Dog Show” was sponsored by the PEDIGREE® Brand and marked the launch of a new ongoing joint effort between Hallmark Channel’s Adoption Ever After and the PEDIGREE Foundation to help shelter animals across the country find homes. Also partnering with Adoption Ever After to raise the profile of shelter dogs and inspire the public to adopt are Bissell® and Bissell Pet Foundation.
 “2018 American Rescue Dog Show” is produced by Michael Levitt Productions. Executive Producers Michael Levitt and Jennifer Schulz are both animal advocates and rescuers whose lives are dedicated to increasing awareness of pet adoption. Levitt, an accomplished TV producer, and Schulz, a communications professional for pet brands and organizations, joined forces to create a show that is both entertaining and heart-warming. Their goal is to celebrate rescue dogs with the hope of inspiring Hallmark Channel viewers to adopt their next pet.
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.
To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.comHallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ADOPTION EVER AFTERWorking in collaboration with the country's leading animal rescue and welfare organizations, activists, distribution and advertising partners, and celebrity influencers, Hallmark Channel's Adoption Ever After aims to dismantle common misconceptions about shelter animals, provide resources, inspire the public to adopt, and ultimately put an end to this country's epidemic of pet homelessness
Hallmark Channel's Annual "Countdown to Valentine's Day" Programming Event Boosts Network to Lead Cable in Weekend Prime
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for the weeks of January 29 - February 11.

[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] HALLMARK CHANNEL'S ANNUAL "COUNTDOWN TO VALENTINE'S DAY" PROGRAMMING EVENT BOOSTS NETWORK TO LEAD CABLE IN WEEKEND PRIME
Franchise Delivered Highest-Rated Movies of the Week Among Households for All Three Original Premieres

New York, NY, February 15, 2018 - Hallmark Channel concluded its "Countdown to Valentine's Day" stunt this past weekend, capping off three love-themed original movie premieres with a 2.3 Household rating. Overall, the two-week event elevated Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched cable network in Weekend Prime (Sa-Su 8-11p) the first two weeks of February. "Countdown to Valentine's Day" reached an unduplicated audience of 7 million Total Viewers and outperformed the 2017 premiere's Household average by 22%.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)

Saturday, February 3 - "My Secret Valentine":
· Averaged a 2.9 Household rating, 3 million Total Viewers, and 551,000 Women 25-54
· Highest-rated program of the day and #1 non-news/non-sports program of the week
· Boosted Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest-rated network among Households and Total Viewers on cable in the Saturday 9-11p time period

Saturday, February 10 - "Very, Very, Valentine":
· Averaged a 2.3 Household rating, 2.4 million Total Viewers, and 416,000 Women 25-54
· Highest-rated non-sports program of the day and #2 non-news/non-sports program of the week
· Elevated Hallmark Channel to be highest-rated and most-watched cable network among Households and Total Viewers during the Saturday 9-11p time period

Sunday, February 11 - "Cooking with Love":
· Averaged a 1.8 Household rating, 1.8 million Total Viewers, and 337,000 Women 25-54
· Second highest-rated program of the day

· Propelled Hallmark Channel to be the second highest-rated network on cable among Households and Total Viewers during the Saturday 9-11p time frame
Source: Nielsen, January 29 - February 11, 2018

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks' flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes. As the country's leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as "Good Witch," "When Calls the Heart" and "Chesapeake Shores"; annual specials including "Kitten Bowl" and "Hero Dog Awards"; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, "Home & Family." Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life's special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including "Countdown to Christmas," "Countdown to Valentine's Day," "Summer Nights," "Fall Harvest" and "Winterfest." Rounding out the network's diverse slate are some of television's most beloved comedies and series, including "The Golden Girls" and "Frasier." Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks. To visit the network website, please visit www.hallmarkchannel.com Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube
 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘WINTERFEST’ PROGRAMMING EVENT
TAKES JANUARY BY STORM

Franchise Claimed Highest-Rated Program of the Day
for Four Consecutive Saturdays; Boosted Network to be Highest-Rated in Primetime

New York, NY, January 30, 2018 – Hallmark Channel made a strong transition from a record-breaking “Countdown to Christmas” event into the new year with its third annual “Winterfest” initiative, featuring four consecutive Saturday night original movie premieres in January. Collectively, the stunt’s movie debuts averaged a 2.6 Household rating and 2.8 million Total Viewers. In addition, the event delivered the highest-rated non-sports program of the day for four straight Saturdays. “Winterfest” also elevated Hallmark Channel to be the #1 network on cable in primetime every Saturday throughout the month. Overall, the four-week feat reached an unduplicated audience of 9.5 million Total Viewers.
Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
Saturday, January 6 – “Love on the Slopes”:
  • Averaged a 2.6 Household rating, 2.8 million Total Viewers, and 498,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest-rated non-news/non-sports program of the day and #2 of the week
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest-rated network on cable in the Saturday 9-11p time perioD 
Saturday, January 13 – “Frozen in Love”:
  • Averaged a 2.5 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, and 455,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest-rated non-news/non-sports program of the day and the week
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be highest-rated and most-watched cable network during the Saturday 9-11p time period
Saturday, January 20 – “One Winter Weekend”:
  • Averaged a 2.8 Household rating, 3 million viewers, and 563,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest-rated program of the day and #1 non-news/non-sports program of the week
  • Propelled Hallmark channel to be the highest-rated network on cable among Households, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers and the most watched cable network during the Saturday 9-11p time frame
  • Was the highest-rated and most-watched “Winterfest” original movie premiere ever
Saturday, January 27 – “Winter’s Dream”:
  • Averaged a 2.4 Household rating, 2.6 million Total Viewers, and 416,000 Women 25-54
  • Highest-rated program of the day and #3 non-news/non-sports programs of the week
  • Helped Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest rate network on cable during the Saturday 9-11p time period
Source: Nielsen, January 1-28, 2018
For photos and more information, visit the links below:
"Love on the Slopes"
"Frozen in Love"
"One Winter Weekend"
"Winter's Dream"
ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
HALLMARK CHANNEL WRAPS UP COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS, SWEEPS FOURTH QUARTER COMPETITION


Network Outshines Cable and Broadcast Nets and Registers Highest Day, Week, Month, and Quarter of All Time



New York, NY, January 8, 2018 – Driven by holiday ratings juggernaut Countdown to Christmas, Hallmark Channel closed out the final three months of 2017 by chalking up all-time highs including its most-watched and highest-rated day, week, month, and quarter in network history. Competitively, the network consistently out-delivered the cable universe throughout the quarter, as well as beating the broadcast networks on Saturday nights in the 8-10pm time period.

Key Nielsen Highlights for Hallmark Channel

  • Highest-rated and most-watched network on cable among Women 25-54 for entire Fourth Quarter
  • Most-watched general entertainment cable network (non-sports/non-news) among Total Viewers and Households in Fourth Quarter
  • Most-watched network among Women 18-49 throughout Countdown to Christmas (October 28-December 31)
  • #1 cable network for 9 consecutive weekends among HHs, Women 18-49, Women 25-54, Adults 25-54, and Total Viewers
  • Countdown to Christmas original Saturday night movie premieres averaged 972,000 Women 25-54 and 4.8 million Total Viewer on a Live+3 basis, making Hallmark Channel the most-watched network across cable and broadcast in the 8-10pm time period
  • 21 original holiday movie premieres averaged four million total viewers and 3.5 HH rating
  • Fourth quarter becomes Hallmark Channel’s most-watched quarter across all key demographics
  • December marks network’s highest-rated and most-watched month in Total Day delivery among Households, Women 25-54, Adults 25-25, and Total Viewers
  • Week of November 20-26 is Hallmark Channel’s highest week across key demos
  • Boosted by the premiere of Switched at Christmas, Sunday, November 26th rang in as net’s most-watched day of all time among Households, Women 25-54, Adults 18-49, and Adults 25-54
  • Countdown to Christmas reached an unduplicated audience of 72.3 million viewers

 **Source: Nielsen, September 25 – December 31, 2018
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S “COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS” REMAINSTELEVISION EVENT OF THE SEASON

Saturday, December 23 Original Holiday Movie Premiere, “Christmas Getaway,”Tops Week’s Ratings and Delivery Across Cable 
Sister Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Turns Out Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Original Movie Premiere in Network History

New York, NY, December 27, 2017 – Hallmark Channel continues to top the competition this holiday season with its latest original movie premiere, “Christmas Getaway,” ringing in as the highest-rated and most-watched non-sports cable program for the entire week. Further demonstrating the draw of the network’s “Countdown to Christmas” programming event, the debut also out-delivered broadcast nets ABC, CBS, Fox, and CW across all key demographics in the Saturday, December 23rd 8-10pm time period. While Hallmark Channel’s new original weekend premieres have been appointment viewing since the October 27th launch of “Countdown to Christmas,” viewers are staying tuned-in throughout the day, making the network #1 in ratings and delivery for nine consecutive weekends among HHs, Women 25-54, and Total Viewers.
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ own holiday franchise, “The Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas,” is also making a mark, with its 12th and final original movie premiere of the season, “Rocky Mountain Christmas,” becoming the highest-rated and most-watched movie debut in network history.
 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark ChannelSaturday, December 23 – “Christmas Getaway”:
  • Delivered 3.8 HH rating, 784,000 Women 25-54, and 4.4 million Total Viewers
  • Most-watched non-sports cable program on Saturday, December 23 among HHs and W25-54
  • Boosted Hallmark Channel to be #1 in ratings and delivery in Primetime on Saturday, December 23rd 8-10pm time period.
  • Reached six million unduplicated viewers
 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries\Friday, December 22 – “Rocky Mountain Christmas”
  • Averaged a 2.5 HH rating, 329,000 Women 25-54, and 2.2 million Total Viewers,
  • Highest HH-rated cable program of the day
  • Third highest-rated cable program of the week, excluding sports and news
  • Boosted Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to be the highest rated network in primetime on Friday night
**Source: Nielsen, December 18-24, 2017
‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ DRAW ELEVATES HALLMARK CHANNELTO BE HIGHEST-RATED, MOST-WATCHED NETWORK IN NOVEMBER

Two Latest Holiday Movie Premieres Rank Among Top-RatedCable Programs of the Day and Week



New York, NY, December 5, 2017 – Driven by record-setting ratings for “Countdown to Christmas,” Hallmark Channel became the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable among Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 for the entire month of November. In addition to this competitive success, November marked the network’s most-watched and highest-rated month of all time among Households and Total Viewers.



 On the heels of this success, Hallmark Channel made a strong transition into December with the network’s most recent original holiday movie premieres averaging a 3.4 Household rating, 700,000 Women 25-54, and 3.9 million Total Viewers.



Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

Saturday, December 2 – “Christmas in Evergreen”:

  • Averaged 3.5 HH rating, 4 million Total Viewers, and 664,000,000 W25-54
  • Highest-rated cable program of the day among HHs and W25-54
  • Second highest HH-rated non-sports cable program of the week
  • Delivered more Households, Women 18-49, and Women 25-54 than NBC and CBS in Saturday Primetime

 Sunday, December 3 – ”Christmas at Holly Lodge”

  • Averaged a 3.4 HH rating, 3.9 million Total Viewers, and 736,000 W25-54
  • Second highest rated cable program of the day
  • Third highest-rated cable program of the week, excluding sports

 **Source: Nielsen, November 27 – December 3, 2017



 ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL

Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S FIVE-NIGHT THANKSGIVING EVENT A FEAST FOR VIEWERS
Driven by Five Consecutive Nights of New Original Movie Premieres, Network Becomesthe Week’s Most-Watched and Highest-Rated on Cable

New York, NY, November 29, 2017 – Viewers in record-setting numbers made Hallmark Channel and “Countdown to Christmas” part of their Turkey Day tradition this year with the network’s third annual “Five-Night Thanksgiving Event.” Featuring new original movie premieres every night from November 22 -26, the stunt elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for the entire week among Households, Women 25-54, Women 18-49, and Total Viewers. The week also became Hallmark’s most-watched week in network history across all key demographics.

  Collectively, the five movies averaged a 3.6 Household rating, 812,000 Women 25-54, and 4.2 million Total Viewers, outperforming the 2016 Thanksgiving event premieres by 8% among Households, 9% among Women 25-54, and 7% among Total Viewers.

  To-date, an unduplicated audience of 10.2 million Women 25-54 and 49.3 million Total Viewers have tuned into “Countdown to Christmas.”

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
“With Love Christmas” (Wednesday, November 22)
  • Averaged 3.2 HH rating, 3.6 million Total Viewers, and 563,000 W25-54
  • Top-rated cable program of the day among W25-54 among HHs
  • Highest HH-rated non-sports program of the week to-date
“The Mistletoe Inn” (Thursday, November 23)
  • Averaged a 2.8 HH rating, 3.4 million Total Viewers, and 589,000 W25-54
  • #1 rated cable program of the day among W25-54 among HHs
  • Second highest HH rated non-sports program of the week to-date (behind only “With Love Christmas”)
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest-rated network on cable in the Thursday, 8-10pm time period
“Finding Santa” (Friday, November 24)
  • Averaged a 3.5 HH rating, 4.1 million Total Viewers, and 794,000 W25-54
  • Highest-rated cable program of the day among W25-54 and HHs
  • Elevated Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest-rated network on cable in the Friday, 8-10pm time period
  • Delivered more Households, W18-49, W25-54 and Total Viewers than broadcast networks ABC, CBS and FOX in Friday 8-10p time period
Hallmark Hall of Fame Presentation “The Christmas Train” (Saturday, November 25)
  • Averaged a 4.2 HH rating, 4.9 million Total Viewers, and 862,000 W25-54
  • Highest-rated cable program of the day among W25-54 and HHs
  • Delivered more HH, W18-49, and Total Viewers than all four broadcast networks in the Saturday 8-10p time period
  • Combined with Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ simulcast, the movie reached an unduplicated audience of 8.5 million viewers
“Switched for Christmas” (Sunday, November 26)
  • Averaged a 4.5 HH rating, 5.2 million Total Viewers, and 1.1 million W25-54
  • Second highest-rated and second most-watched cable program of the day and week among W25-54 and HHs
  • Second highest-rated and most-watched telecast in network history among HHs and Total Viewers
  • Made November 26th Hallmark Channel’s most-watched day in network history among HH, W25-54, A18-49, and A25-54
Source: Nielsen, November 20-November 26, 2017

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’CONTINUES ITS WINNING STREAK

Network Ranks as Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Network on Cablefor Third Consecutive Weekend 

Sister Network, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Also Turns In Solid Performancewith Most Recent Holiday Premieres



New York, NY, November 14, 2017 – Hallmark Channel continues to demonstrate why it is the leading destination on television for holiday entertainment. The most recent “Countdown to Christmas” original movie premieres, “The Sweetest Christmas” on Saturday, November 11th and “Enchanted Christmas” on Sunday, November 12th were resounding hits, elevating Hallmark Channel to once again rank as the most-watched and highest-rated network on cable among HHs, W18-49, W25-54, A18-49, and Total Viewers for the entire weekend.



 Hallmark Channel wasn’t the only cable network attracting viewers with original holiday programming over the weekend. Sister network Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ own holiday programming event, “The Most Wonderful Movies & Miracles of Christmas” debuted its latest original premieres, “A Song for Christmas” on Saturday and “Engaging Father Christmas” on Sunday to stellar results. “Engaging Father Christmas,” the sequel to last year’s breakout hit, “Finding Father Christmas” starring Erin Krakow (“When Calls the Heart”), especially stood out becoming the network’s highest-rated and most-watched telecast of all time across all key demographics.



 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Channel

“The Sweetest Christmas”:

  • Averaged 3.5 HH rating, 3.9 million Total Viewers, and 821,000 W25-54
  • Highest-rated non-sports cable program of the day among HHs and W25-54
  • Second highest HH-rated non-sports cable program of the week
  • Marks Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watched program in 2017 to-date among HHs, W18-49, W25-54, A18-49, and Total Viewers
  • Delivered more W25-54 than CBS, NBC, and Fox in the Saturday, 8-10p time period

“Enchanted Christmas”

  • Averaged a 3.3 HH rating, 3.6 million Total Viewers, and 812,000 W25-54
  • Second highest rated cable program of the day
  • Third highest-rated cable program of the week, excluding sports
  • Reached 5.6 million unduplicated viewers

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

“A Song for Christmas”

  • Scored a 1.5 HH rating and 1.3 million Total Viewers
  • Boosted Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to be the 4th highest-rated network in Primetime on Saturday
  • Reached more than 2.1 million unduplicated viewers

 “Engaging Father Christmas”

  • Garnered a 2.2 HH rating and 1.8 million Total Viewers
  • Sequel out-performed last year’s first installment by double digits across demos

Source: Nielsen, November 6-12, 2017



 ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 

 RATINGS MOMENTUM FOR HALLMARK CHANNEL’S‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ CONTINUES TO BUILD
Network Ranks as Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Network on Cablefor Second Consecutive Weekend

 New York, NY, November 7, 2017 – There’s no place like Hallmark Channel for the holidays. On the heels of last week’s top-rated “Countdown to Christmas” kick-off, the network once again stole the weekend.

  Propelled by the world premieres of the new original holiday movies, “Christmas Festival of Ice” (Saturday, November 4) and “Miss Christmas” (Sunday, November 5), Hallmark Channel took top honors for the second weekend in a row, becoming the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable among HH, W18-49; W25-54; and Total Viewers.

  Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)“Christmas Festival of Ice”:
  • Averaged 2.9 HH rating, 3.2 million Total Viewers, and 595,000 W25-54;
  • Top-rated program of the day among W25-54 and highest-rated non-sports program of the day among HHs;
  • Third highest HH-rated program of the week, excepting sports and news.
  • Reached more than 4.9million unduplicated viewers
  • Delivered more W25-54 than ABC, NBC, and Fox
“Miss Christmas”
  • Averaged a 3.3 HH rating, 3.6 million Total Viewers, and 737,000 W25-54
  • Second highest rated non-news/non-sports cable program of the day and week
  • Became Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watched telecast of 2017 to-date among HH, W25-54, A25-54, and Total Viewers
Source: Nielsen, October 30-November 5, 2017

About Hallmark ChannelHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

  Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.
LAUNCH OF 2017 ‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ PROGRAMMING EVENT CATAPULTS HALLMARK CHANNEL TO BE #1 OVER WEEKEND

Season’s First Original Holiday Premiere Marked Highest-Rated Cable Program on Saturday

New York, NY, October 31, 2017 – Hallmark Channel’s 2017 “Countdown to Christmas” programming event, which kicked-off Friday, is off to an auspicious start, driving the network to become the highest-rated and most-watched network on cable for the entire weekend across all key demographics, including Households, Total Viewers, W25-54, and W18-49.

 Saturday night’s world premiere of “Marry Me at Christmas,” the first new original movie of the season, garnered a 3.1 HH rating and was the highest rated cable program of the day and – excluding sports and news – the second highest rated of the week. In addition, the premiere elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated cable network on Saturday among HH and W25-54.

 This year’s “Countdown to Christmas” event will feature an unprecedented 21 new original premieres over ten weeks, with new movies every Saturday and Sunday and an extended Thanksgiving week event. The network’s 2016 initiative made Hallmark Channel the highest-rated and most-watched network among W25-54 on all of cable for the entirety of Fourth Quarter.



Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)

“Marry Me at Christmas” world premiere:

  • Averaged 3.4 million Total Viewers and 675,000 W25-54;
  • Was top-rated program of the day among W25-54;
  • Marks highest-rated and most-watched “Countdown to Christmas” kick-off movie in network history;
  • Is Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated and most-watched original premiere in 2017 to-date;
  • Out-delivered the major broadcast networks, ABC, NBC, and CBS among W25-54 in the Saturday, 8-10p time period;
  • Reached more than 4.9 million unduplicated viewers.

In “Marry Me at Christmas,” bridal boutique owner Madeline Krug finds out she’ll be working closely with the brother of the bride, movie star Johnny Blake, who happens to be Madeline’s celebrity crush. Stars Rachel Skarsten, Emily Tennant and Trevor Donovan.



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

 Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

 ANNUAL ‘FALL HARVEST’ PROGRAMMING STUNT BOOSTS HALLMARK CHANNEL TO BE THE HIGHEST-RATED CABLE NETWORK
Programming Extravaganza Delivered the #1 Rated Movie of the Week for Five Straight Weeks 
New York, October 24, 2017 – Hallmark Channel’s third annual “Fall Harvest” programming event went out on a high note this past weekend with the final two original movie premieres “A Harvest Wedding” and “Good Witch: Spellbound” averaging a 2.5 HH rating and 2.7 million Total Viewers.
Overall, the network’s six new original movie premieres averaged a 2.5 HH rating, elevating the network to be the highest-rated in the 9 p.m. time period among HH and W25-54. Hallmark Channel’s “Fall Harvest” programming stunt premiered the #1 HH rated movie of the week for five consecutive weeks

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
  • The Saturday, October 21st premiere of “A Harvest Wedding” averaged a 2.5 HH rating and 2.7 million Total Viewers
  • The premiere became the top-rated movie of the week among HH and W25-54 as well as the #1 rated program of the day among HH
  • The Sunday, October 22nd premiere of “Good Witch: Spellbound” averaged a 2.5 HH rating and 2.7 million Total Viewers
  • The premiere became the top-rated movie of the week among HH and W25-54
  • Both “Harvest Wedding” and “Good Witch: Spellbound” boosted Hallmark Channel to be the 2nd highest-rated network in Prime Time among HH on Saturday and Sunday
For more information on Fall Harvest, click here.
Source: Nielsen, 10/16-10/22/17.

 ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”
Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

 HALLMARK CHANNEL CAPS OFF SECOND SEASON OF ORIGINAL SCRIPTED SERIES ‘CHESAPEAKE SHORES’ AS #1 RATED CABLE NETWORK IN TIME PERIOD

Series Averaged a 2.3 Live+3 HH Rating

New York, October 13, 2017 – The second season of Hallmark Channel’s original primetime scripted series “Chesapeake Shores” ended on a high note this past weekend, with the Sunday, October 8, finale episode averaging a 2.2 L+3 HH rating and 2.3 million Total Viewers.



Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)

  • In the second season overall, “Chesapeake Shores” averaged a 2.3 L+3 HH rating, ranking Hallmark Channel as the #1 rated cable network in the Sunday 9 p.m. time period
  • The second season propelled Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched cable network in the time period among HH and the 2nd most-watched cable network among Total Viewers
  • Over its first two seasons, “Chesapeake Shores” is Hallmark Channel’s most-watched original series among W25-54

Season two of the multi-generational family drama “Chesapeake Shores” follows Abby O’Brien, a high-powered career woman, divorcee and mother to twin daughters, as she adjusts to life back in her hometown of Chesapeake Shores. Abby now balances a budding relationship with her former high school sweetheart, Trace, working for a firm that does business with her uncompromising father Mick and raising two young daughters. While Abby’s once-estranged mother, Megan, strives to reestablish relationships with Abby and her siblings, the O’Brien clan primarily looks to their wise grandmother Nell for guidance as they navigate life, love, career and romance. Based on the novels of the same name by New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. Stars Meghan Ory, Jesse Metcalfe, Treat Williams, Barbara Niven and Diane Ladd.

Source: Nielsen, 8/7-10/8/17, Live+3.



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S NEW ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERE, ‘ALL OF MY HEART: INN LOVE,’ DEBUTS ASHIGHEST-RATED CABLE PROGRAM OF THE WEEK
Original Movie Averaged a 2.6 HH rating and 2.8 Million Total Viewers

New York, September 26, 2017 – Hallmark Channel’s third annual “Fall Harvest” program event continues to draw viewers with the Saturday, October 7 premiere of “All of My Heart: Inn Love,” starring Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, and Ed Asner, ranking as the highest-rated program of the week on cable, with the exception of sports and news.

  Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):
  • All of My Heart: Inn Love,” averaged a 2.6 HH rating and 2.8 million Total Viewers elevating Hallmark Channel to be the most-watched and highest-rated cable network in the Saturday, 9-11pm time period, excepting sports.
  • Movie marked Hallmark Channel’s 2nd highest-rated and most-watched original premiere of 2017 to-date among HHs, W18-49, W25-54, A25-54, and Total Viewers.
  • Premiere was the 2nd most-watched program of the day among Women 25-54.
In “All of My Heart: Inn Love,” Brian and Jenny are engaged and preparing for the grand opening of their bed and breakfast, Emily’s Country Inn. But when a big storm hits Bucks County, all their plans end up sopping wet! With funds running low and time running out, Brian agrees to go back to Wall Street to make quick cash, while Jenny scrambles to keep the opening on track. With Brian in New York, and Jenny in Pennsylvania, however, they soon seem to lose sight of the most important thing – each other.

  Source: Nielsen, 10/2-8/17

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.” 

 HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ‘FALLING FOR VERMONT’ DEBUTS AS HIGHEST-RATED NON-NEWS, NON-SPORTS CABLE PROGRAM OF THE WEEK

Original Movie is First of Six New Premieres in Network’sThird Annual “Fall Harvest” Programming Event



New York, September 26, 2017 – Hallmark Channel launched its third annual “Fall Harvest” programming franchise on Saturday night with the original movie premiere of “Falling for Vermont” becoming the highest-rated program of the week on cable, excepting news and sports.

Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):

  • “Falling for Vermont” averaged a 2.4 HH rating 2.6 million Total Viewers
  • The Saturday, September 23rd premiere marked cable’s highest-rated program of the day among W25-54
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie propelled Hallmark Channel to rank as most-watched and highest-rated among HHs, Total Viewers, and W25-54

“Falling for Vermont” is one of six new original movie premieres to debut as part of Hallmark Channel’s “Fall Harvest”.



In “Falling for Vermont,” when a best-selling author decides to escape media frenzy, her plan goes awry when a she’s caught in a thunderstorm and crashes her car. Found wandering with no memory and no ID, the town doctor (and a single dad) offers up his guest house until her memory returns. But as she blends seamlessly into their family life, she must decide if the life she's been living is the life she wants. Stars Julie Gonzalo and Benjamin Ayres.

Source: Nielsen, 9/18-9/24/17.



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

 CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKS’ PROGRAMMING FRANCHISES PROPEL HALLMARK CHANNEL AND HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES AS MOST-WATCHED AND TOP-RATED NETWORKS ALL MONTH LONG
Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” Delivers the #1 Program of the Day Every Saturday in August
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Garage Sale Mystery Month” Boosts Network to #1 Among HH Ratings

New York, August 29, 2017 – Crown Media Family Networks capped off a successful month with Hallmark Channel’s annual “Summer Nights” programming event boosting the network to be the highest-rated and most-watched among HH and Total Viewers in the 9-11 p.m. time period all month long. Hallmark Channel delivered the #1 HH-rated program of the day for the past four consecutive Saturdays. The five original “Summer Nights” movie premieres averaged a 1.9 HH rating and nearly 2 million Total Viewers.Compared to the average of the six “Summer Nights” movie premieres last year, Hallmark Channel’s Saturday “Summer Nights” premieres increased viewership by +5% among HH, +6% among W25-54 and +4% among Total Viewers.

 Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ four new “Garage Sale Mystery Month” movie premieres averaged a 1.9 HH rating, ranking the network as the top-rated among HH in the Sunday 9-11 p.m. time period each week. The programming event also elevated Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to become the 3rd most-watched cable network on Sundays in the 9-11 p.m. time period among HH. Additionally, “Garage Sale Mystery Month” propelled Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to have its second most-watched month in network history among HH and Total Viewers.

 Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):
  • “Sun, Sand & Romance” averaged a 2.0 HH rating and 2.2 million Total Viewers
  • The Saturday, August 26, premiere became the #1 program of the day among HH as well as the #1 movie of the week among HH and W25-54
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie propelled Hallmark Channel to be the highest-rated network among HH, W25-54, and Total Viewers as well as the most-watched network among HH and Total Viewers
  • “Garage Sale Mystery: A Case of Murder” garnered a 2.0 HH rating and 1.6 million Total Viewers
  • The Sunday, August 27, premiere marked the most-watched telecast in Hallmark Movies & Mysteries history
  • The original movie became the #1 program of the day and the #1 movie of the week among HH
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, “Garage Sale Mystery: A Case of Murder” boosted the network to be the highest-rated among HH and the second most-watched among Total Viewers
Throughout the month of August, Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” debuted a new original movie premiere every Saturday night and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Garage Sale Mystery” Limited Series aired a brand new “Garage Sale Mystery” original movie every Sunday night.

Source: Nielsen, 7/31-8/27/17.

 ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKSCrown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies, scripted series, annual specials, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show.Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a 24-hour cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas”. Hallmark Drama showcases the rich legacy of the Hallmark Hall of Fame library and with zero duplication, spotlights movies and series from Crown Media’s collection of original dramatic content. Crown Media Family Networks is also home to Hallmark Movies Now, the company’s subscription streaming service, which offers wholly distinct content from the company’s linear channels. Crown Media Family Networks’ digital publishing extension, Hallmark Publishing, is an eBook division that creates novelizations of previously aired original movie favorites. It also accepts author submissions for original, on-brand manuscripts that can be greenlit as a new movie or series for one of the company’s three linear networks.

 SEASON TWO OF ORIGINAL SCRIPTED SERIES ‘CHESAPEAKE SHORES’ CATAPULTS HALLMARK CHANNEL AS TOP-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED CABLE NETWORK

Second Episode of the Season Earned a 2.2 Live+3 Household Rating 

New York, August 18, 2017 – In the second season to-date, Hallmark Channel’s original primetime scripted series “Chesapeake Shores” is scoring on Sunday nights, with the network ranking as the #1 cable network in the 9 p.m. time period among HH ratings and Total Viewer delivery.

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)

  • The Sunday, August 13, episode averaged a 2.2 HH rating and 2.3 million Total Viewers
  • In the 9-10 p.m. time period, the 2nd episode debut boosted Hallmark Channel to #2 among HH delivery
  • In the second season to-date, “Chesapeake Shores” is averaging a 2.2 HH rating and 2.4 million Total Viewers

Season two of the multi-generational family drama “Chesapeake Shores” follows Abby O’Brien, a high-powered career woman, divorcee and mother to twin daughters, as she adjusts to life back in her hometown of Chesapeake Shores. Abby now balances a budding relationship with her former high school sweetheart, Trace, working for a firm that does business with her uncompromising father Mick and raising two young daughters. While Abby’s once-estranged mother, Megan, strives to reestablish relationships with Abby and her siblings, the O’Brien clan primarily looks to their wise grandmother Nell for guidance as they navigate life, love, career and romance. Based on the novels of the same name by New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. Stars Meghan Ory, Jesse Metcalfe, Treat Williams, Barbara Niven and Diane Ladd.

Source: Nielsen, 8/7-8/13/17, Live+3.



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls,” “The Middle,” “Last Man Standing,” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

 HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES’ NEWEST ‘GARAGE SALE MYSTERY MONTH’ PREMIERE SCORES AS HIGHEST-RATED AND MOST-WATCHED TELECAST IN NETWORK HISTORY
“Garage Sale Mystery: Murder by Text” Becomes #1 HH-Rated Movie of the Week

New York, August 15, 2017 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ inaugural “Garage Sale Mystery Month” is in full swing with the most recent original movie “Garage Sale Mystery: Murder by Text” becoming the network’s highest-rated and most-watched telecast among HH and Total Viewers. The newest addition to the franchise also became the most-watched “Garage Sale Mystery” premiere among HH and all key demographics in network history. 

 Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):
  • “Garage Sale Mystery: Murder by Text” garnered a 2.0 HH rating and 1.6 million Total Viewers
  • The Sunday, August 13, premiere of “Garage Sale Mystery: Murder by Text” became the #1 HH-rated movie of the week and the #2 HH-rated non-sports program of the week
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie boosted Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to #2 among HH and Total Viewer ratings
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Garage Sale Mystery” Limited Series will continue with a brand new “Garage Sale Mystery” original movie every Sunday night in August.
In “Garage Sale Mystery: Murder by Text,” Famous country singer John Dalton's concert rehearsal is stalled when the entire crew receives a suicide note from Lita, the band’s bassist. After discovering that a Taser was used to immobilize her before her death, Jenn is skeptical that Lita’s death was actually suicide. Stars Lori Loughlin, Sarah Strange and Steve Bacic.
Source: Nielsen, 8/7-8/13/17. 

 ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKSCrown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies, scripted series, annual specials, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show.Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a 24-hour cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas”. Hallmark Drama showcases the rich legacy of the Hallmark Hall of Fame library and with zero duplication, spotlights movies and series from Crown Media’s collection of original dramatic content. Crown Media Family Networks is also home to Hallmark Movies Now, the company’s SVOD service, which offers wholly distinct content from each network and is available on iOS, Android, Roku and Amazon Fire, among other devices. Crown Media Family Networks’ digital publishing extension, Hallmark Publishing, is an eBook division that creates novelizations of previously aired original movie favorites. It also accepts author submissions for original, on-brand manuscripts that can be greenlit as a new movie or series for one of the company’s three linear networks.
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S ANNUAL ‘SUMMER NIGHTS’ PROGRAMMING EVENT BOOSTS NETWORK TO #1 INPRIME TIME

“Summer Nights” Franchise Registers Double-Digit Viewership GrowthAmong HH, W25-54 and Total Viewers

New York, August 8, 2017 – Hallmark Channel showcased itself as a ratings powerhouse this past weekend with the kickoff of Hallmark Channel’s annual “Summer Nights” programming franchise. The first of four new original movie premieres this month, “Love at the Shore” elevated the network to #1 in Prime Time HH ratings on Saturday night. 

 Additionally, compared to the same time last year, the kickoff of Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” registered increases of +12% among HH, +16% among W25-54, and +14% among Total Viewer delivery.

 Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):
  • “Love at the Shore” averaged a 2.1 HH rating and 2.2 million Total Viewers
  • The Saturday, August 5, premiere of “Love at the Shore” became the #1 program of the day as well as the #1 movie of the week among HH ratings
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie boosted Hallmark Channel to #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery
Hallmark Channel’s “Summer Nights” will continue with a new original movie premiere every Saturday night throughout the month of August.

 In “Love at the Shore,” successful and driven single mom Jenna Thompson writes teen novels, and she has only five weeks to deliver the next one to her publisher. So, this year’s annual beach vacation with her kids Nick and Ally, will be a working vacation for Jenna. Upon arrival, the family soon meets their new next-door neighbor: a confident, devil-may-care surfer Lucas McKinnon, with whom they will be sharing walls and a patio for the next month. After Lucas finds himself bonding with Nick and Ally, Jenna begins to see a different side of Lucas, and when the two find themselves alone together one evening for dinner, each begins to see the other in a whole new – and attractive – light. Starring Amanda Righetti, Peter Porte and Hallmark Channel's Happy the Dog.
Source: Nielsen, 7/31-8/6/17.

 ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKSCrown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, as well as their corresponding digital extensions HallmarkChannel.com and HallmarkMoviesandMysteries.com. The company operates and distributes both channels in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) with Hallmark Channel available to 88 million subscribers and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in 67 million homes in the United States. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies; scripted series, such as “When Calls the Heart,” and “Good Witch” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Hero Dog Awards”and “Kitten Bowl”; world premieres of Hallmark Hall of Fame presentations, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.”Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Rounding out the network’s lineup are television’s most beloved comedy and drama series, including “The Golden Girls,”“The Middle,”“Frasier,” “Last Man Standing” and “Home Improvement.” Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a separate 24-hour, digital cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas,” as well as presentations from the multi-award-winning Hallmark Hall of Fame library.

 CROWN MEDIA’S SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING INITIATIVES ELEVATE HALLMARK CHANNEL AND HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES AS TOP-RATED NETWORKS IN WEEKEND PRIMETIME

Newest Network Premieres Became Top Programs of the Day 

New York, July 18, 2017 – Crown Media Family Networks’ signature holiday programming isn’t just popular in Fourth Quarter. Viewers have been flocking to Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries for their annual 24/7 Christmas in July events, each of which featured new original movies this past weekend.



Hallmark Channel’s premiere of “The Christmas Cure,” the centerpiece of the network’s “Christmas Keepsake” event, scored a 2.1 HH rating and 2.1 million viewers, boosting the network to rank #1 among HH ratings in primetime on Saturday. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ first original summer holiday movie premiere, “Home for Christmas Day,” which aired as part of the network’s “Gold Crown Christmas” stunt, averaged a 1.7 HH rating and 1.3 million Total Viewers.



Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD):

  • The Saturday, July 15, premiere of “The Christmas Cure” became the #1 program of the day as well as the #1 movie of the week among HH ratings
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the debut elevated Hallmark Channel to #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery

  • “Home for Christmas Day” became the #1 movie of the day and the #1 non-sports program of the day among HH ratings
  • In the Sunday, July 16, 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie propelled Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to #2 among HH and Total Viewer ratings
  • “Home for Christmas Day” boosted the network to #2 among HH ratings in primetime

Hallmark Channel’s third annual “Keepsake Christmas” event kicked off on July 14th and culminates on July 23rd. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Gold Crown Christmas” franchise launched on July 7th and concluded July 16th. Both events air in conjunction with Hallmark Cards’ annual summer unveiling of their newest line of Christmas Keepsake Ornaments. 



In “The Christmas Cure,” an emergency room doctor returns home for Christmas after many years to find that her father has decided to retire. After reuniting with her high school sweetheart and spending an emotional Christmas with her family, she must decide if she will stay in her hometown and take over her father’s practice. Stars Brooke Nevin, Steve Byers and Patrick Duffy.

In “Home for Christmas Day,” when a young woman falls in love and develops a long-distance relationship with a soldier in active duty, her protective mother tries her best to steer her daughter away from heartache. Little do they know they are about to learn important lessons of the heart and that taking chances can make this Christmas one they will cherish forever. Stars Catherine Bell and Victor Webster.

Source: Nielsen, 7/10-7/16/17.



ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKSCrown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, as well as their corresponding digital extensions HallmarkChannel.com and HallmarkMoviesandMysteries.com. The company operates and distributes both channels in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) with Hallmark Channel available to 88 million subscribers and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in 67 million homes in the United States. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies; scripted series, such as “When Calls the Heart,” and “Good Witch” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Hero Dog Awards”and “Kitten Bowl”; world premieres of Hallmark Hall of Fame presentations, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.”Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Rounding out the network’s lineup are television’s most beloved comedy and drama series, including “The Golden Girls,”“The Middle,”“Frasier,” “Last Man Standing” and “Home Improvement.” Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a separate 24-hour, digital cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas,” as well as presentations from the multi-award-winning Hallmark Hall of Fame library.

 SEASON THREE FINALE OF ‘GOOD WITCH’ SENDS HALLMARK CHANNEL SOARING AS THE MOST-WATCHED AND HIGHEST-RATED NETWORK AMONG HOUSEHOLDS 
“Good Witch” Season Three Boosted Network to #1 in Time Period All Season
New York, July 7, 2017 – The third season of Hallmark Channel’s original primetime scripted series, “Good Witch,” ended on a high note, with the July 2, original premiere scoring a 2.8 HH rating and 3 million Total Viewers among Live+3 viewing. 

 Since the third season debut on April 30, the series averaged a 2.6 HH rating and over 2.8 million Total Viewers on a Live+3 basis, making the network the highest-rated and most-watched in the time period all season long among HH and Total Viewers.

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+3)
  • The finale episode premiere of “Good Witch” on Sunday, July 2, earned a 2.8 HH rating and 3 million Total Viewers
  • In the 9-10 p.m. time period, the 10th episode debut boosted Hallmark Channel to #1 among HH ratings and delivery as well as #2 among Total Viewer ratings and delivery  
  • Compared to season two of “Good Witch,” the third season registered +6% growth among HH and +7% growth among Total Viewer delivery
In “Good Witch,” Cassie uses her unique gifts to help the people of Middleton find what they really need.  Cassie’s daughter Grace is also using her powers to help those around her, and becoming a little more like her mother every day.  Meanwhile, the romance between Cassie and Sam is blossoming and, as they take pleasure in learning more about each other, they are also learning how to navigate their differences. Stars Bailee Madison, Catherine Bell, and James Denton.
Source: Nielsen, 4/30/17-7/2/17.

 ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls,” “The Middle,” “Last Man Standing,” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.


 Hallmark Channel's "June Weddings" Programming Event Boosts Network as Highest-Rated on Saturday Nights
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of June 19-25.

[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] HALLMARK CHANNEL'S 'JUNE WEDDINGS' PROGRAMMING EVENT TAKES A SUCCESSFUL BOW, BOOSTING NETWORK TO REIGN AS HIGHEST-RATED ON SATURDAY NIGHTS

Network Premiered the #1 Movie of the Week for Four Consecutive Weeks
New York, June 27, 2017 - Hallmark Channel's month-long "June Weddings" programming event came to a successful close this past weekend, with the world premiere of "My Favorite Wedding" on Saturday, June 24, averaging a 2.1 HH rating and 2.1 million Total Viewers.

Additional Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD) Include:
· "My Favorite Wedding" was the #1 program of the day among HH ratings
· In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the debut propelled Hallmark Channel to rank #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery
Overall, each of the stunt's four original movie debuts, one every Saturday night in June, became the #1 HH-rated movie of the week and the #1 HH-rated program of the day, excluding sports. Cumulatively, the movies averaged a 2.1 HH rating and 2.2 million Total Viewers. Additionally, three of the four original premieres elevated Hallmark Channel to be the highest rated cable network in Saturday Prime Time.

In "My Favorite Wedding," potential Northwestern fellow Tess Harper lasers through her best friend's wedding planning like the star doctor she hopes to soon become. In fact, Tess puzzles through any problem - provided it's not her own. When she meets divorce lawyer and groom's best friend, Michael, Tess maneuvers around him like a gurney in the emergency room until she discovers this best man has a few moves of his own. Starring Maggie Lawson and Paul Greene.
Source: Nielsen, 6/19-6/25/17.

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNEL
Hallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks' flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes. As the country's leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand. In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as "Good Witch," "When Calls the Heart" and "Chesapeake Shores"; annual specials including "Kitten Bowl" and "Hero Dog Awards"; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, "Home & Family." Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise. Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life's special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including "Countdown to Christmas," "Countdown to Valentine's Day," "Summer Nights," "Fall Harvest" and "Winterfest." Rounding out the network's diverse slate are some of television's most beloved comedies and series, including "The Golden Girls," "The Middle," "Last Man Standing," and "Frasier." Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks. Hallmark Channel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube

HALLMARK CHANNEL TOPPLES COMPETITION SCORING #1 RATED SPOT IN PRIMETIME ON SATURDAY FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE WEEK 

Third ‘June Weddings’ Original Movie Marks Network’s Highest-Rated and Most-Watched June Movie Premiere



New York, June 20, 2017 – Hallmark Channel’s “June Weddings” programming event is in full swing with the third nuptial-themed premiere of the month “Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love” boosting the network to #1 among HH ratings in Primetime on Saturday. 



Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)

  • The Saturday, June 17, premiere of “Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love” averaged a 2.2 HH rating and 2.3 million Total Viewers
  • Original premiere was the #1 program of the week among HH ratings, excluding news and sports
  • Including “Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love,” Hallmark Channel has premiered the #1 HH-rated movie of the week for the third consecutive week
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the debut propelled Hallmark Channel to rank #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery
  • “Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love” marks the network’s highest-rated and most-watched original June movie premiere among HH ratings and Total Viewer delivery

In “Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love,” college sweethearts Olivia and Mick unexpectedly reunite after 25 years and become partners who run a wedding resort. As they work side by side, they learn that while their business relationship may not be working, romance may be in their future. Stars Jack Wagner and Josie Bissett.



Source: Nielsen, 6/12-6/18/17.

ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls,” “The Middle,” “Last Man Standing,” and “Frasier.”



Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.


HALLMARK CHANNEL CATAPULTS TO #1 IN PRIME TIME ON SATURDAY AND
SUNDAY NIGHT

Second ‘June Weddings’ Original Premiere and Most Recent Episode of Primetime Series ‘Good Witch’ Score as Top Household-Rated Programs of the Day



New York, June 13, 2017 – Hallmark Channel is on a winning streak with this past weekend’s original premieres elevating the network to #1 in Prime Time on Saturday and Sunday among HH ratings.



The Saturday, June 10, movie premiere of “The Perfect Bride” marks the second of four new nuptial-themed premieres this month. The third season of “Good Witch” is also in full swing, with the Sunday, June 11, debut of the primetime series’ seventh episode becoming the highest-rated and most-watched of the season among HH and all key demos. 

Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)

  • The Saturday, June 10, premiere of “The Perfect Bride” averaged a 2.0 HH rating and 2 million Total Viewers
  • “The Perfect Bride” was the #1 movie of the week and the #1 program of the day among HH ratings
  • In the 9-11 p.m. time period, the premiere propelled Hallmark Channel to rank #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery, as well as #1 among W25-54 ratings 

  • The 7th episode premiere of “Good Witch” on Sunday, June 11, earned a 2.2 HH rating and 2.4 million Total Viewers
  • Premiere ranked as the #1 HH rated program of the day, excluding sports and the #2 program of the week, excluding sports and news
  • In the 9-10 p.m. time period, the 7th episode debut boosted Hallmark Channel to #1 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery

In “The Perfect Bride,” fitness trainer and former marriage counselor Molly White runs Bridal Boot Camp classes that combine fitness with pre-marital counseling to brides and grooms before their big day. While struggling with marital issues from her past, Molly meets the handsome Nick Dyson, a talented photographer who seems to be having doubts about his upcoming marriage to Molly’s client, an overbearing perfectionist. While helping couples find their happiness and begin their new lives together, Molly discovers she, too, needs to learn how to forgive herself from her past so she can move forward. Stars Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith.



In “Good Witch,” Cassie uses her unique gifts to help the people of Middleton find what they really need.  Cassie’s daughter Grace is also using her powers to help those around her, and becoming a little more like her mother every day.  Meanwhile, the romance between Cassie and Sam is blossoming and, as they take pleasure in learning more about each other, they are also learning how to navigate their differences. Stars Bailee Madison, Catherine Bell, and James Denton.

Source: Nielsen, 6/5-6/11/17.



ABOUT HALLMARK CHANNELHallmark Channel is Crown Media Family Networks’ flagship 24-hour cable television network, distributed nationwide in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to 88 million homes.  As the country’s leading destination for quality family entertainment, Hallmark Channel delivers on the 100-year legacy of the Hallmark brand.  In addition to its signature new, original movies, the network features an ambitious lineup of other new, original content, including scripted primetime series, such as “Good Witch,” “When Calls the Heart” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Kitten Bowl”and “Hero Dog Awards”; and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.” Additionally, Hallmark Channel is the exclusive home to world premiere presentations of the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame franchise.  Dedicated to helping viewers celebrate life’s special moments, Hallmark Channel also offers annual holiday programming franchises, including “Countdown to Christmas,” “Countdown to Valentine’s Day,” “Summer Nights,” “Fall Harvest” and “Winterfest.”  Rounding out the network’s diverse slate are some of television’s most beloved comedies and series, including “The Golden Girls,” “The Middle,” “Last Man Standing,” and “Frasier.”

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

 ORIGINAL MOVIE PREMIERES SOLIDIFYHALLMARK CHANNEL AND HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIESAS #2 HOUSEHOLD-RATED NETWORKS ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT
Celebratory ‘June Weddings’ Programming Stunt Boosts Hallmark Channel to #3 HH-Rated Network in Saturday Prime Time 

New York, June 6, 2017 – Crown Media Family Networks saw ratings success this past weekend with original movie premieres on both Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries securing the #2 HH-rated spot in the 9-11 p.m. time period on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, June 3, Hallmark Channel launched its annual “June Weddings” programming franchise with the debut of “Destination Wedding,” one of four new nuptial-themed premieres this month.

 On Sunday, June 4, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries also debuted “Site Unseen: An Emma Fielding Mystery,” marking the first installment of its newest mystery series.

 Key Nielsen Highlights (L+SD)
  • “Destination Wedding” earned a 2.1 HH rating and 2.2 million Total Viewers
  • Original movie was the #2 HH rated cable program of the week, excluding news and sports
  • Premiere was the #1 cable program of the day, excluding sports
  • In the Saturday 9-11 p.m. time period, “Destination Wedding” propelled Hallmark Channel to rank #2 among HH and Total Viewer ratings and delivery
  • “Destination Wedding” boosted the network to be #3 in Saturday Prime Time among HH ratings
  • “Site Unseen: An Emma Fielding Mystery” earned a 1.5 HH rating a 1.2 million Total Viewers
  • In the Sunday 9-11 p.m. time period, the original movie boosted the network to be #2 among HH ratings
In “Destination Wedding,” Ellie Hamilton has been painstakingly planning her sister’s destination wedding. As guests arrive on a beach paradise, Ellie runs into her ex-boyfriend, Greg, who also happens to be the best man. With the wedding a couple days away, and Ellie unsure if her sister will show up, it falls to Ellie and Greg to save the wedding. Stars Alexa PenaVega, Jeremy Guilbaut and Andrea Brooks.

 In “Site Unseen: An Emma Fielding Mystery,” brilliant, dedicated, and driven archaeologist Emma Fielding is trying to unearth evidence of a 17th century coastal Maine settlement that predates Jamestown - one of the most significant archaeological finds in years. But the dead body that accompanies it has embroiled Emma and her students in a different kind of exploration. Stars Courtney Thorne-Smith and James Tupper.
Source: Nielsen, 5/31/17-6/4/17.

 ABOUT CROWN MEDIA FAMILY NETWORKSCrown Media Family Networks is the umbrella unit subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., housing cable’s leading family friendly networks, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, as well as their corresponding digital extensions HallmarkChannel.com and HallmarkMoviesandMysteries.com. The company operates and distributes both channels in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) with Hallmark Channel available to 88 million subscribers and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in 66 million homes in the United States. Hallmark Channel features an ambitious slate of new, original content, including movies; scripted series, such as “When Calls the Heart,” and “Good Witch” and “Chesapeake Shores”; annual specials including “Hero Dog Awards”and “Kitten Bowl”; world premieres of Hallmark Hall of Fame presentations, and a daily, two-hour lifestyle show, “Home & Family.”Hallmark Channel is also home to the popular annual holiday franchise “Countdown to Christmas,”featuring a lineup of 24/7 holiday programming. Rounding out the network’s lineup are television’s most beloved comedy and drama series, including “The Golden Girls,”“The Middle,”“Frasier,” “Last Man Standing” and “Home Improvement.” Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is a separate 24-hour, digital cable network featuring a unique mix of new, original movies and acquired series focused on the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres. The network also features its own annual holiday programming franchise, “Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas,” as well as presentations from the multi-award-winning Hallmark Hall of Fame library.

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