The home-renovation network has fans fuming after airing non-design holiday films like Elf, prompting viewers to question whether the brand’s identity is being lost in its festive makeover.
Another user echoed the frustration: “Where are the design shows?!? If this is the new direction of HGTV, I’m out.”
Some viewers even canceled their Discovery+ subscriptions, or said they plan to. For many, the problem isn’t just the holiday films themselves, but what they represent: a departure from the core design and renovation content that made HGTV a favorite.
What’s Been Canceled
• Farmhouse Fixer — a warm, down-to-earth renovation series.• Christina on the Coast — starring Christina Hall, which followed her coastal renovation work. • The Flipping El Moussas — featuring Tarek and Heather Rae El Moussa navigating house flips and family life. • Battle on the Beach — a renovation competition set by the shore. • Married to Real Estate — Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson's beloved real estate/design show. • Izzy Does It — which followed Izzy Battres and his family in home design. • Bargain Block — the creative Detroit-based renovation team led by Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas.
“We’re always looking for ways to diversify our lineup, and we’ve found our fans love to find iconic movies on the schedule,” the network said in a statement.
Earlier in the year, HGTV had already aired films like The Intern and Father of the Bride, suggesting this shift isn’t entirely new—or specific to the holiday season.
Fan Grief Runs Deep
Others have made more humorous observations, like, “Elf is a wonderful decorator — that’s why!” referencing Buddy the Elf’s over-the-top Christmas transformations.
What’s Next for HGTV
In response to the backlash, HGTV is actually ramping up production: the network announced it will film 100+ new episodes for 2026. Among the slated returns and new projects are The Flip Off, Love It or List It, and Renovation Aloha.
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