Hallmark+ Review
Hallmark+ is a cable-free subscription service that offers thousands of hours of Hallmark’s signature feel-good programming in the form of movies and ongoing series. Nearly all media found on the service is exclusive to the Hallmark brand, created either specifically for Hallmark+, or pulled from another source such as Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, or Hallmark Family. The service can be added as a channel to Prime Video.
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Review
We tested Hallmark+ and other subscription streaming services for more than 100 hours. Hallmark+ is compatible with Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
Content
Originals
Nearly all content on Hallmark+ is original. While the service does provide series, original content primarily comes in the form of feature films. These range from originals created by the service itself, to other originals created and owned by other branches of Hallmark, including the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Hall of Fame, and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. These movies include Cup of Love (2016), Changing Hearts (2012), Darrow & Darrow: In the Key of Murder (2018), Can You Feel Me Dancing (1986), and hundreds more.
TV Shows
In addition to movies, Hallmark+ also does share the episodic content from other Hallmark sources, such as the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Hall of Fame, and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. To name a few, this includes Cedar Cove (2013), Heartland (2007), Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye (2002), and Chesapeake Shores (2016).
Movies
The real draw for Hallmark+ is the plethora of Hallmark feature films it offers. Take your pick from literal hundreds of choices, and be whisked away on an uplifting journey. Here you can find movies like Crossroads - A Story of Forgiveness (2007), Cupid & Cate (2000), Journey of the Heart (1997), Kiss at Pine Lake (2012), and tons more.
Features
No Parental Controls
There are no parental controls for Hallmark+.
Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ have parental control features.
Up to 2 Devices
Hallmark Movies Now allows you to install the app on up to five devices on one account.
International Access
Hallmark+ allows you to watch certain content when traveling internationally.
Compatible Devices
Hallmark+ is compatible with these devices:
- Amazon Fire TV
- Apple TV
- Google Chromecast (Google Cast)
- Roku
- Android TV
- iPhone/iPad (iOS 13+)
- Android Phone/Tablet (5.0+)
- Mac
- Windows
- LG Smart TV (webOS 4+)
- Samsung Smart TV
- Sony Smart TV
- VIZIO Smart TV
Hallmark+ is not compatible with PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, or onn devices.
Tech Specs
720p HD
(Up to 1080p HD)
Most video streams are in 720p HD. Some video streams are available in 1080p HD.
30/60 FPS
Most video streams in 30 FPS, with some available in 60 FPS.
Stereo Sound
Content has stereo audio.