Hallmark’s three-year deal with Peacock is set to expire. Beginning May 1, the brand’s entire programming lineup featuring all your favorite Christmas movies and charming romance tales will be removed from the NBC-owned streamer. What if I told you that you could access it all at no cost? Â
Say hello to Hoopla. The digital app offers loads of content for all ages (audiobooks, podcasts, movies, TV shows, music, classes and manga, to name more than a few) to enjoy for free, thanks to your public library.Â
When it comes to Hallmark programming, the platform offers the entire collection through its Hallmark Plus BingePass. This feature enables you to borrow premium content for seven days. All your holiday rom-com faves, murder mysteries and popular shows like Ride and When Calls the Heart are available with just a click of a button, and they’re all ad-free.
To sign up for Hoopla’s BingePass, you’ll need a valid library card and a current email address. Head on over to Hoopla’s website, or download the app, and follow the steps to sign up. You’ll need to enter your library card number and PIN (if prompted). If you don’t have a library card, don’t fret — you’ll be able to sign up for one.Â
Once you complete the setup process for your Hoopla account, you’ll be able to begin streaming. From there, select the Hallmark Plus BingePass option from the BingePass prompt to watch. Not all libraries support Hoopla, so I recommend checking with your local branch to see if the service is available.
If you’d rather not rely on the library to scratch that feel-good movie itch, you can always sign up for Hallmark Plus — the channel’s exclusive streaming platform — for $8 a month or $80 a year. A paid subscription gets you access to Hallmark’s content library along with all-new exclusive original series and movies. Extra perks, as listed on their website, include a Hallmark Gold Crown Store coupon, Crown Rewards points, unlimited eCards and surprise gifts.
