It’s official, Fletcher’s Grove fans: The stockings are hung, and the mystery is just getting started! Hallmark has officially greenlit a third season of its breakout holiday hit, Mistletoe Murders.
Star Sarah Drew (Grey’s Anatomy) and Peter Mooney (Rookie Blue) are set to return for the 2026 holiday season. For those who have been refreshing their feeds since the Season 2 finale, this news is the ultimate Christmas gift.
What Happened at the End of Season 2? (Spoiler Alert!)
If you’re still reeling from the Season 2 finale, you aren’t alone. The season ended on a massive cliffhanger that changed everything for our favorite shop owner, Emily Lane.
After finally letting her guard down and opening up to Detective Sam Wilner (Mooney) about her secret past as “Grace,” the two shared a long-awaited romantic moment. But the peace was short-lived. The final seconds of the finale saw a knock at Emily’s door—and it wasn’t Sam with coffee. It was Aaron (played by Aaron Ashmore), the ghost from Emily’s past she thought she had escaped.
What to Expect in Season 3
Season 3 will dive headfirst into the fallout of Aaron’s arrival. With production scheduled to begin later this year, the new episodes will focus on:
- The Past Unmasked: Will Aaron expose Emily’s secrets to the whole town, or worse, to Sam?
- High-Stakes Romance: Now that Sam and Emily have finally “gone there,” how will the return of her former partner-in-crime impact their new relationship?
- More Fletcher’s Grove Charm: Expect more cozy-yet-deadly mysteries set against the backdrop of Emily’s year-round Christmas shop.
The Team Behind the Magic
The series continues its successful run as an adaptation of the popular Audible Original series. Showrunner Ken Cuperus expressed his excitement about returning, noting that the fan enthusiasm has been “overwhelmingly positive.”
“Mistletoe Murders embodies so many of the elements viewers turn to Hallmark for: romance, community, and Christmas wrapped within a cozy mystery,” said Michelle Vicary, Head of Programming at Hallmark Media.
Where to Catch Up
If you need to refresh your memory before the new season drops in late 2026
How to Watch Mistle toe Murders
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on Amazon (Prime Video)
Many viewers don’t realize they can manage their Hallmark+ subscription directly through their Amazon account. Here is the easiest way to start watching:
- Visit the Series Page: Head directly to the Mistletoe Murders on Amazon page.
- Start Your Free Trial: Look for the button that says “Watch with Hallmark+ — Start your 7-day free trial.“ This allows you to watch the entire series for free for one week.
- One-Click Sign Up: Because it’s integrated with Amazon, you don’t need to create a new password or enter new billing info; it will simply add the Hallmark+ “channel” to your Prime Video home screen.
- Watch Anywhere: Once subscribed, you can watch Emily Lane and Sam Wilner solve crimes on your smart TV, phone, or tablet using the standard Prime Video app.
- Cancel Anytime: If you only want to catch up on the first two seasons before the 2026 premiere, you can easily manage and cancel the trial in your Amazon “Account & Lists” under “Memberships & Subscriptions.” Advertisement
Why We Love Mistletoe Murders
Fans and critics alike are calling Mistletoe Murders one of Hallmark’s best projects to date because it perfectly balances holiday warmth with a “grittier” mystery edge. Unlike your typical “twee” Christmas movie, this series offers a high-stakes, “chef’s kiss” performance from Sarah Drew, whose character Emily Lane is a complex, coffee-obsessed woman with a dark intelligence background. The chemistry between Emily and Detective Sam Wilner is electric, moving beyond simple romance into a high-stakes partnership that keeps you guessing. With its “British-style” mystery format and clever writing that avoids being overly formulaic, it’s the ultimate “cozy-yet-chilling” watch that leaves you wanting more after every episode.
Would you like me to create a “Season 2 Recap” list of the major clues Emily discovered about her past to help you prepare for the new season?