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Christmas is approaching and a season of Holiday films dominates TV schedules around the world.

As Christmas draws near, both linear and streaming television networks are ramping up their holiday programming with an array of festive films. This has become a significant trend, with broadcasters like Sky producing a new holiday film each year to captivate audiences during the festive season. Notably, the series I Hate Christmas (Odio il Natale), starring Pilar Foglietta and based on a Finnish original, has become a resounding success, further fueling the demand for Christmas-themed content.

Among this year’s offerings, Warner Bros. and TV8 have lined up an impressive selection of titles. On TV8, December sees a surge in romantic holiday films that celebrate love stories blossoming during the festive season, kisses under the mistletoe, and fairy-tale plots involving princes, princesses, or queens set against dreamlike backdrops.

Starting Monday, December 2, TV8 expands its already robust Christmas programming. To the two afternoon movies airing since November (at 3:30 PM and 5:15 PM, Monday through Friday), additional time slots have been added: 7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, and 1:45 PM. This creates an unparalleled Christmas-centric schedule designed to immerse viewers in the holiday spirit. Special prime-time slots will also feature during the week of Christmas, offering viewers a lineup of festive firsts.

The new wave of Christmas films kicks off on December 2 with titles such as The Cookie Factory, Connection of Love, Christmas Nostalgia, A Magical Christmas (a TV premiere), and A Fairy-Tale Christmas Finale. These films promise a heartwarming escape into the magic of the holidays, filled with romance, nostalgia, and the spirit of Christmas.

As December unfolds, holiday films will continue to be a key feature of television schedules, reaffirming their place as a beloved tradition that unites families and viewers worldwide. Whether it’s a feel-good romance or a royal holiday adventure, this year’s offerings ensure that there’s something magical for everyone to enjoy.