Hallmark Channel is celebrating 15 years of “Countdown to Christmas” with 31 new movies, while Hallmark Mystery will air nine new movies as part of “Miracles of Christmas.” The annual event kicks off on Oct. 18.

It may be the spooky season for some people, but for Hallmark Channel watchers, October means the network’s perennial “Countdown to Christmas” is about to begin, with 47 new movies and a first-ever limited series.

Hallmark's Movies & Mysteries channel will also have 9 new holiday movies premiering on select Thursdays in October, November and December. This year's film collection includes stars like Tamera Mowry-Housley, Jordan Fisher, Ashley Greene and even cameos ...