Long-running anthology program sponsored by Hallmark Cards. Beginning in 1951 and continuing into 2019, the series received 80 Emmy Awards, 24 Christopher Awards, 11 Peabody Awards, 9 Golden Globes, and 4 Humanitas Prizes. Early seasons were a weekly live drama, eventually transitioning to videotaped and then filmed productions broadcast as occasional specials.
Hallmark Hall of Fame (Season 59)
A Dog Named Christmas (Episode 1)
Air date: 2009-11-29
Runtime: 120 min
Overview: On a Kansas farm a developmentally challenged young man has a close attachment with animals. When the local shelter is looking for a foster family to look after a dog, he eagerly signs up.
When Love Is Not Enough: The Lois Wilson Story (Episode 2)
Air date: 2010-04-25
Runtime: 120 min
Overview: Based on the true story of the enduring but troubled love between Lois Wilson, co-founder of Al-Anon, and her alcoholic husband Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous.
