Great American Family Teases Trevor Donovan Christmas Movie

In a fun social media tease, Great American Family has given us our first glimpse of a new Christmas movie starring Trevor Donovan- and an adorable puppy who may likely steal the show!

The working title for the movie is A Christmas Rescue, which feels like the perfect fit for a story centered around rescue dogs. And if you follow Trevor Donovan on social media, you probably already know that he has a real passion for helping dogs.

Here's the new post:

Great American Family hasn't confirmed a co-star, yet, however Actress Stephanie Bennett recently posted a selfie, tagging Trevor Donovan and Great American Family...

And Stephanie shared a very cute picture of their special co-star...

I'm sure Great American Family will share more details about this movie in the coming days. So stay tuned!

Have a Merry Day!

Net

Breaking News: More Hallmark Christmas Movies Coming to DVD - See Here:

I have some Very Merry News!!!

More CHRISTMAS DVDs have just been released for pre-order at Amazon, so I thought it would be fun to take a look at the latest ones to become available - including A Newport Christmas, A Suite Holiday Romance, The Angel Tree, Christmas Bells Are Ringing, Christmas Town, Christmas Above the Clouds, Hearts of Christmas, and more!

It's so wonderful to see a mix of old and new Christmas classics!

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*Please Note: The DVDs below contain affiliate links with Amazon. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no cost to you. Thank you all for your support.

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Christmas Above the Clouds

bonus Nostalgic Christmas

Click here for current price - Amazon

Hallmark 6-Movie Collection:
A Newport Christmas, A Suite Holiday Romance, Tidings for the Season, Jingle Around the Clock, The Angel Tree, Christmas Bells Are Ringing

Click here for current price - Amazon

Candace Cameron Bure 4-Movie Collection 2:

The Christmas Contest, If I Only Had Christmas,

Christmas Town, A Shoe Addict’s Christmas

Click here for current price - Amazon

She's Making a List

bonus Christmas Tree Lane

Click here for current price - Amazon

Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story

bonus The Snow Must Go On

Click here for current price - Amazon

Hallmark 3-Movie Collection:

Christmas on Duty, The Christmas Cup, Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater

Click here for current price - Amazon

I hope you find a movie you'll want to add to your collection!

If you'd like to support It's a Wonderful Movie, simply click on any of the product links above - add the movie to your Amazon cart and check out today! Thank you so much!

May Your Day 

Be Merry & Bright!

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Set Sail with Rhiannon Fish & Daniel Lissing in Hallmark’s "Aussie at Heart" & More This Weekend

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Happy Weekend, Everyone!

This weekend brings a fun mix of new stories- from the Australian countryside to a Texas ranch and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains!

Over on Hallmark Channel, Daniel Lissing and Rhiannon Fish head Down Under for Aussie at Heart, a charming new movie set against the gorgeous backdrop of Australia.

Meanwhile, Great American Family welcomes Jep and Jess Robertson to a whole new lifestyle series, Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou, where life on a Texas ranch promises plenty of family, faith, and good ol’ country living.

And over on INSP, Blue Ridge returns with a new episode set in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, featuring two special guest stars who add a little extra excitement to the story.

See more on all three below, plus some wonderful rom-com and mystery classics...


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Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, 2026:

Classic Rom-Coms

Some of the best classic rom-coms airing this weekend...

Saturday, August 15:

When Love Springs ... Hallmark Channel ... 8am
Wedding March 2: Resorting to Love ... Hallmark Family ... 12pm
A Thread to Your Heart ... Great American Family ... 1pm
The Greek Aisle ... Hallmark Channel ... 2pm
Wedding March 3: Here Comes the Bride ... Hallmark Family ... 2pm
Autumn Stables ... Great American Family ... 3pm
Wedding March 4: Something Old, Something New ... Hallmark Family ... 4pm
Catch of the Day ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Grounded in Love ... Great American Family ... 7pm
One Perfect Match ... Great American Family ... 10pm
Toast to Italy ... Hallmark Channel ... 10pm
A Missed Connection ... Great American Family ... 12am

Sunday, August 16:

Truly, Madly, Sweetly ... Hallmark Channel ... 10am
Follow Me to Daisy Hills ... Hallmark Channel ... 12pm
Return to Office ... Hallmark Channel ... 2pm
The Reluctant Royal ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Bottled with Love ... Hallmark Channel ... 10pm


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Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, 2026:

Mystery Marathons 🔎

Some of the best classic mystery movies starring Candace Cameron Bure, Aaron Ashmore, Alison Sweeney, Benjamin Ayres, Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker, and more are airing this weekend...

Saturday, August 15:

Curious Caterer Marathon ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 8pm


Sunday, August 16:

Signed, Sealed, Delivered Mysteries Marathon ... Hallmark Family ... 2pm-6pm
Ainsley McGregor Mysteries Marathon ... Great American Family ... 6pm - 6am
Chronicle Mysteries Marathon ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 8pm

*Plus, UPtv has encore airings of the mystery series, Blue Skies and Hudson & Rex Sunday night.



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Saturday, August 15, 2026:

Aussie at Heart

Storyline: Samara, a former lawyer now event planner, reunites with Nate, her ex‑coworker and rival, to plan a couple's anniversary in Queensland and begin to confront their past and fall for each other.

Aussie at Heart

Premieres Saturday, August 15, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, August 15, 2026:

Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou

Jep and Jessica Robertson's new Original Lifestyle Series follows the couple as they step into an entirely new chapter – building out not only neighborhoods, but a thriving Comanche Moon Ranch community rooted in purpose and legacy. Viewers will witness firsthand how vision, hard work, and conviction can transform land into legacy – and neighbors into family.

Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou

Premieres Saturday, August 15, 2026

at 9pm/8c. on Great American Family

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Sunday, August 16, 2026:

Blue Ridge: The Series

Season 2, Episode 5

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Guest Stars: Bruce Boxleitner and Kellan Lutz

Episode 5: “The Return of Oak Miller”

A deadly new drug hits the hollers of Blue Ridge just as an old foe of Justin's arrives back in town. With no other options, Justin must form an unconventional alliance in order to stop the flow of drugs and bring this menace to justice.

Blue Ridge: The Series

Season 2, Episode 5

Premieres Sunday, August 16, 2026

at 10pm/9c on INSP

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Whether you’re in the mood for romance, family fun, or a little mountain adventure, I hope you find something you’ll enjoy watching!

Have a wonderful, blessed weekend, everyone!

Happy watching!

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

“I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way 

which thou shalt go: 

I will guide thee with mine eye.”

~Psalm 32:8

Let this be a special reminder that we don't have to know every turn ahead... because God does!

Catch the Premiere of "Blue Skies" Tonight -- When & Where to Watch:

The mystery drama Blue Skies premieres tonight on UPtv at 9pm/8c, after an all-new episode of Hudson & Rex.

Blue Skies is a cozy sort of family mystery show, probably best suited for preteen age and up.

I do want to caution, though, that the first 5 minutes of the first episode are a little more intense, as it shows the lead actress, Scarlet Hunter, portraying Jodi Larsen in the midst of a shoot-out with criminals in her role as military police. After those intense first few minutes, the story is much more relaxed after that.

Along with meeting Jodi and learning a little about her life, this first episode will also introduce you to Jodi's father, a special friend from the past, her work team at the National Park Police, and you'll also meet Jodi's new friend, a highly skilled detective dog, whom she names Blue.

Details on the first episode via UPtv:

Season 1, Episode 1 - Trail of the Missing:

"Jodi Larsen recently joined the National Park Police after a year marked by the loss of her mother and her decision to leave the Military Police after serving her final tour of duty. She unexpectedly teams up with a dog named Blue as her new partner. Together, they tackle their first case, investigating the disappearance of a boy who went missing while camping with his family. As night falls, a race against time begins."

I have viewed the entire season of the Blue Skies series on UP Faith & Family. All eight episodes are family-friendly; however, please note this is a crime drama - so it is not for really young viewers.

I thoroughly enjoyed watching Jodi investigate crimes at the National Park, form friendships with her team at work, and reunite with a dear friend, Ryan Miller (played by Actor, Markian Tarasiuk (True Justice Mysteries, Christmas Jars)), who is always there for Jodi when she needs him. It's also sweet to see the great relationship Jodi has with her father - and the loving bond Jodi quickly develops with her new dog, Blue.

I hope many of you will enjoy this series as much as I did!

If you'd prefer to stream the full season commercial free - click here for details for UP Faith & Family. (They offer a free trial!)

Happy Sleuthing!

Net

"Seeking Persephone" Review - Plus Sequel News!

I usually focus mainly on sharing TV movies here at It’s a Wonderful Movie, but every now and then, a story comes along that is simply too delightful not to mention - and this is one of them!

First, I must ask, have you heard of, or perhaps already watched, Seeking Persephone? If you have, then I have exciting news for you… Seasons 2 and 3 are on the way, with Courting Miss Lancaster and Romancing Daphne continuing the series!

However, if Seeking Persephone is new to you, I will gladly introduce you to this charming period drama from Candlelight Media Group. Released on March 1, 2026, the four-episode adaptation of Sarah M. Eden’s novel is available to rent or purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Peacock, Angel, etc. And if you don't mind a few random commercial interruptions, the series can currently be streamed for free on the Roku Channel and Tubi.

With its Jane Austen Regency feel, wholesome storytelling, and even a familiar Hallmark connection (Will Kemp has a supporting role!), I was already intrigued. Once I discovered the series was family-friendly, I knew I simply had to give it a watch!

In addition to Will Kemp, Seeking Persephone stars Ryann Bailey, Jake Stormoen, and Toby-Alexander Smith.

And I'm happy to say, I enjoyed this series very much!

I watched Seeking Persephone this spring expecting a pleasant period romance, and the series did not disappoint. There is a definite Beauty and the Beast quality woven into the story, as Persephone, a lovely protective eldest sister determined to save her family from poverty, agrees to a marriage of convenience with a man who is somewhat of a recluse.

The romance between Persephone and Adam is a true slow burn. In the beginning, you may find yourself wondering how on earth these two could ever fall in love. In fact, it feels “ridiculous,” which happens to be one of Adam’s favorite words. But by the end, you may find yourself quite invested in their unlikely romance - and perhaps even longing for a little more.

And then there is Harry.

Adam’s dearest friend is one of the great delights of the series. Loyal, mischievous, and endlessly encouraging, Harry seems determined to make sure his friend finds some happiness, even if that means teasing him mercilessly about his new marriage and taking a rather keen interest in his love life, while being a bachelor himself.

Adam, meanwhile, prefers to behave as though he requires neither companionship nor assistance. A physical abnormality has caused him to retreat from society and the prying eyes of others, and his rather bullish nature certainly doesn't make him the most likable character. But Harry sees past all of that. He accepts his friend exactly as he is, and their friendship is one of the warmest threads running through the story.

Naturally, when Harry’s life is in danger, Adam proves that beneath that guarded exterior lies a man willing to risk everything for someone he loves.

Meanwhile, Persephone must learn to navigate her new life as mistress of the expansive Falstone Castle, far from the comfort and companionship of her family. And if there is one thing she is decidedly not fond of, it is the wolves prowling around the castle walls and their ominous howls echoing through the night!

Still, Persephone is not one to remain confined to her chambers. She gradually begins making the most of her new surroundings, venturing out during the day and even taking riding lessons. Little by little, Falstone begins to feel less like a lonely exile and more like home.

Seeking Persephone is a wholesome, romantic, and entertaining period drama with beautiful scenery, a gentle slow-burn romance, and characters who are easy to grow fond of. If you enjoy stories with a Regency-era atmosphere, unlikely romances, loyal friendships, a little drama, and adventures, then this is a series you’ll want to add to your watchlist!

Caution: While the series is wholesome overall, there are a few scenes involving violence, including men arguing and a particularly bloody injury.

If you enjoy period dramas and have Roku, be sure to search for Seeking Persephone and give it a try, while it is currently available to watch free with ads. And if you prefer viewing without commercial interruptions, you can also rent or purchase the series through Amazon.

And for those of you who love reading, you may want to check out Sarah M. Eden’s book series that inspired the screen adaptation...

If you've read these books or seen the Seeking Persephone series, I would love to hear your thoughts in comments below.

Happy watching!

Net

SEEKING PERSEPHONE | Official Trailer: