AMC Taking on Freeform in Christmas Movie Programming War; Nabs ‘Elf’ and Others

The “25 Days of Christmas” marathon on Freeform (formerly ABC Family) is getting some serious competition this year, from AMC of all places. While Freeform traditionally begins airing a steady stream of holiday classics on December 1st that lead to big ratings and lengthy viewing marathons, the network will be without three major titles this year: Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and The Polar Express. Indeed, Vulture reports that AMC has landed the exclusive broadcast rights to the aforementioned trio, striking a deal with Warner Bros. that also grants them access to 12 of the 18 holiday specials produced …

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