Lifetime announces 2026 ‘It’s a Wonderful Lifetime’ holiday movie lineup

Lifetime has revealed its 2026 “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” programming schedule, which will run from Thanksgiving weekend through December 20. The lineup features new original movies starring Brandy Norwood, Tia Mowry, Vivica A. Fox, and Jana Kramer.

Notable upcoming premieres include “Christmas Everyday: Married and Bright,” starring Brandy Norwood, Debbi Morgan, Sy’Rai Smith, and Robert C. Riley, which is scheduled for November 28. Another premiere on the same date is “Checking Inn for Christmas,” featuring Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, and Eric Roberts.

The network is also introducing vertical storytelling with two mobile app exclusives, “Casting Christmas” and “Christmas, Delivered,” releasing on November 23. Additionally, Lifetime will offer 100 library titles via its website, app, and video-on-demand partners from November through December, alongside a dedicated FAST channel for holiday movie favorites.