How to Watch 'Tis the Season for Setups on Hallmark: Premiere Time, Channel and Streaming
'Tis the Season for Setups premieres Friday, October 16, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on Hallmark Channel, opening Countdown to Christmas 2026. It streams the next day on Hallmark+. Amanda Schull, Victor Webster and Barbara Niven star.
On DIRECTV, tune to Hallmark Channel on channel 312 for the live premiere. Here’s how to watch, as of October 15, 2026.
'Tis the Season for Setups at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Hallmark premiere | Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 p.m. ET/PT (7:00 p.m. Central) |
| Streaming | Hallmark+ (next day) |
| DIRECTV linear | Hallmark Channel channel 312 |
| Also on DIRECTV | Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel 565 |
| Event | Opens Countdown to Christmas 2026 |
| Format | Hallmark Channel original movie |
| Stars | Amanda Schull, Victor Webster, Barbara Niven |
| Also featuring | Verity Marks, John B. Lowe |
| On DIRECTV | Hallmark Channel in lineup; Hallmark+ app on Gemini |
When does 'Tis the Season for Setups premiere?
Hallmark Channel lists Friday, October 16, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT (7:00 p.m. Central) for the linear premiere. The movie streams the next day on Hallmark+. Set a DVR reminder on Hallmark Channel if you subscribe, or add it to your Hallmark+ watchlist so it surfaces as soon as it unlocks.
What is 'Tis the Season for Setups about?
Hyper-organized single mom and party planner Lexi (Amanda Schull), her free-spirited mother June (Barbara Niven) and teen daughter Piper (Verity Marks) head to a local ski resort after Lexi is hired to organize the lodge’s annual holiday party. She immediately butts heads with Ridge (Victor Webster), the ski instructor and son of lodge owner Dan (John B. Lowe). Despite the rocky start, Lexi and Ridge notice a spark between June and Dan and decide to set them up. Their festive excursions keep turning into foursomes thanks to June and Dan’s own creative machinations — and the merry matchmaking brings Lexi and Ridge closer together with surprising results.
How to watch 'Tis the Season for Setups with DIRECTV
You have two paths on DIRECTV gear:
- Hallmark Channel linear: On DIRECTV, Hallmark Channel is channel 312. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is 565. Search “Hallmark” in the guide to confirm your lineup. See our Hallmark on DIRECTV channel guide.
- Hallmark+ on DIRECTV Gemini: Gemini runs Google TV. Press APPS on the voice remote, open Hallmark+ (or install it from Google Play), sign in and search for 'Tis the Season for Setups after the next-day stream unlocks. See our DIRECTV Gemini device guide.
- Other screens: Hallmark+ is also on smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, phones, tablets and at hallmarkplus.com.
For more Hallmark holiday viewing ideas, see our best Christmas movies on Hallmark guide. Package maps are in our DIRECTV package channel comparison. For current promo windows, browse our October 2026 streaming deals.
Want Hallmark Channel and your live channels on one Gemini screen? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
When does 'Tis the Season for Setups premiere?
'Tis the Season for Setups premieres Friday, October 16, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT (7:00 p.m. Central) on Hallmark Channel. It streams the next day on Hallmark+.
What channel is Hallmark Channel on DIRECTV?
Hallmark Channel is channel 312 on DIRECTV. Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is channel 565. Search Hallmark in your guide, or see our Hallmark on DIRECTV channel guide.
Who stars in 'Tis the Season for Setups?
Amanda Schull, Victor Webster and Barbara Niven star. Verity Marks and John B. Lowe also appear.
Is 'Tis the Season for Setups the start of Countdown to Christmas 2026?
Yes. Hallmark Channel lists it as the Friday, October 16 opener for Countdown to Christmas 2026.
Can I watch 'Tis the Season for Setups on DIRECTV Gemini?
Yes. Tune to Hallmark Channel on channel 312 for the live premiere, or open the Hallmark+ app on a DIRECTV Gemini device after you sign in to stream it the next day.
What is 'Tis the Season for Setups about?
Party planner Lexi and ski instructor Ridge notice a spark between their parents at a ski resort and try to set them up, only to find their merry matchmaking brings surprising results of their own.
Want Hallmark Channel and your live channels on one Gemini screen? Call 1-855-690-9884.
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