Lacey Chabert Movie Night on the Hallmark Channel with Special Sneak Peeks!

Enjoy a special Christmas movie marathon today on the Hallmark Channel hosted by and starring a fan-favorite actress, Lacey Chabert!

During this movie marathon, there will be sneak peeks of Lacey's new streaming series, Paris is Always a Good Idea, which is set to premiere Thursday, July 30th on Hallmark+.

Lacey Chabert Movie Night Schedule:
(times in EST.)

🎄The Christmas Quest ... 2pm
🎄Christmas in Rome ... 4pm
🎄Christmas at Castle Hart ... 6pm
🎄A Merry Scottish Christmas ... 8pm

Hope you enjoy watching this marathon.

By the way, which Lacey Chabert Christmas movies are your favorites? My top three are Matchmaker Santa, Christmas Waltz, and A Royal Christmas!

Please share your favorites in comments below.

I hope your day is 

Merry & Bright!

Net

Lacey Chabert Christmas Movies - DVD or Streaming:




Matchmaker Santa

Christmas Waltz

A Royal Christmas

Time For Us To Come Home For Christmas

🌟♫ See Who Will Star in Great American Family's New Musical TV Series 'Abilene'

Such great news today from Great American Media! It had been previously announced that the series “Abilene” would be in-the-works, but now we have even more exciting details! The series is coming early 2027!

From its incredible cast to its music-filled story, Abilene is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated new series on Great American Family. See which talented stars have joined the cast in the official press release below!

I have a feeling this is going to be a series we'll all be humming about!


Press Release via Great American Media:

Great American Media

Strikes a Powerful New Chord

with “Abilene,”

A Bold New, Original Series

Coming to Great American Media

Platforms Early 2027

A Story of Starting Over — When the Road Leads You Home

NEW YORK, NY — July 23, 2026 — Great American Media continues its aggressive expansion into premium Original Series in 2027. Today, the company announced “Abilene” starring Rose Reid (Christmas On Every Page, Karen Kingsbury’s A Thousand Tomorrows) in the title role of “Abby” – legal name Abilene– a young woman looking for a fresh start.

Also starring in the ensemble cast is Elizabeth Mitchell (The Santa Clauses, “Lost”) as “Hannah,” Eric Close (“Nashville,” Angel Falls: A Novel Holiday) as “Ben,” Jordan Belfi (“All American,” “Moonlight”) as “Lashay,” Andrew Ferguson (Faith & Forgiveness: A Duck Dynasty Love Story) as “Matt,” Michael Pavone (The Mystery of Her) as “John,” Johnathon Schaech (“Blue Ridge”) as “Al,” Kevin Quinn (“Bunk’d,” “A Week Away”) as “Noah,” Taylor Kalupa (Christmas at The Starlight, “Blue Ridge”) as “Kayla,” and singer/songwriter, Riley Clemmons (“Broken Prayers,” “A Week Away”) as “Sam.” The World Premiere of “Abilene” will stream on Great American Pure Flix, and air on Great American Family and GFAM+ in early 2027.

“Abilene” follows Abby Morgan, a young woman looking to start over who finds herself stranded in the quiet, weathered town of Fair Haven, Ohio. What begins as a temporary stop becomes something more when Abby is offered work — and a place to stay — at a family-owned cider mill. As Abby forms unexpected bonds with the Wagner family — each navigating their own lives — she is confronted by realities of her talent and past. Through music, hard work, and the quiet grace of a community that believes in second chances, Abby begins a journey worth exploring.

“‘Abilene’ is reflective of the kind of story we tell at Great American Media. It is beautifully made, emotionally resonant, and grounded in values that matter,” said Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Great American Media. “We are proud to create an environment where exceptional talent can do meaningful work and where strong storytelling and purpose go hand in hand. As our Originals slate continues to grow, our commitment remains simple: deliver high-quality stories that audiences can trust, enjoy, and remember,” Abbott concluded.

“‘Abilene’ was born out of a love for the people and places that make small-town America so special, said series’ creator, Nicholas DiBella. “It’s a world filled with music, orchards, front porches, family traditions, and the belief that hope can still change a life. We feel incredibly blessed to have found a partner in Great American Media, whose appreciation for uplifting storytelling aligns so beautifully with the spirit of ‘Abilene,’” DiBella concluded.

Set against the backdrop of orchards, open skies, and a town that time nearly forgot, “Abilene” blends heartfelt drama with music and romance, weaving together themes of forgiveness, identity, and belonging. At its core is a simple but powerful question: Can you ever truly outrun your past — or does grace find you when you finally stop running?

With a compelling ensemble of characters, a richly textured setting, and an amazing soundtrack of Original music that echoes Abby’s inner journey, the series invites viewers into a world where even the most broken paths can lead somewhere beautiful.

Executive producers of “Abilene” are Nicholas DiBella who also serves as Showrunner, Director, and Writer, Brent Ryan Green who is also co-series Showrunner, Director), Jim Pavone, Chris Bueno, and Shelia Hart. Faith Street Films in association with Toy Gun Films is production company.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
pamslay@gacmedia.com
818.415.3784
media@crosswindpr.com

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Doesn't this sound so good? Can you tell I'm extra excited for this new series on Great American Family?

I just love a small town country setting, new friends that feel like family, and then you add in music... and I'm there!

Do you feel the same? I would love to hear your take in comments below.

Happy watching,

Net

🔎 Cozy Mystery Alert 🔎 Candace Cameron Bure Returns as Ainsley McGregor in the 4th Mystery Movie Installment -- See Here:

Calling all Sleuthers... 

we've got another case to solve! 🔎

Candace Cameron Bure is returning as Ainsley McGregor, a former criminologist-turned-small-town sleuth!

Us Weekly has shared an exciting first look at the upcoming mystery, Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Model Maker, which reunites Candace with Aaron Ashmore, Robin Dunne, and Farrah Aviva in the small, charming town of Sweet River, where the four friends find themselves caught up in yet another intriguing whodunit, along with Ainsley's beloved book club!

The new Ainsley McGregor Mysteries movie is expected to premiere in early 2027 on Great American Family and stream on Great American Pure Flix, giving us mystery fans something to look forward to in the new year!

Storyline via Great American Media:
In Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Model Maker, Ainsley is preparing for a “prestigious university exhibition honoring pioneering forensic scientist Frances Glessner Lee and her famed miniature crime-scene dioramas. When a murder shocks Sweet River, Ainsley is drawn into an investigation where carefully constructed models may hold the key to the truth — and where the evidence begins to point dangerously close to home.”

If you'd like to catch up on the previous Ainsley McGregor Mysteries before the next mystery arrives, all three previous films are currently streaming on Great American Pure Flix:

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker
Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker
Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Watchmaker

(*click here to stream from the beginning*)

And, if you want more Ainsley mysteries, check out the Ainsley McGregor book series by Candace Havens - that inspired these movies!

I've really enjoyed watching this mystery franchise grow. I just love the charming small-town setting, clever clues, wonderful cast, and family-friendly stories make these mysteries so much fun to watch!

Are you excited to head back to Sweet River with Candace Cameron Bure for another mystery? I'd love to hear your thoughts in comments!

Happy sleuthing!

Net 🔎

🎄✨ 'Christmas By the Spoonful' - Starring Laura Vandervoort and Olivier Renaud - Coming to Great American Family

  ( image via: Great American Media ) 

Great American Family is cooking up another all-new Christmas movie for the holiday season - Christmas By the Spoonful!

Starring in this all-new original movie are Laura Vandervoort (Miracle in Bethlehem, PA, Coffee Shop), Olivier Renaud (A Very Curious Christmas, Head Over Heels).

See the press release below for more details...


Great American Media Press Release:

Great American Media

Serves Up

Christmas By the Spoonful,

Starring Laura Vandervoort

and Olivier Renaud for 

Great American Christmas 2026

Ilan O’Driscoll and Holly Bridges Also Star in New Original Holiday Film About Family, Forgiveness, and the Traditions Shared Around the Christmas Table

NEW YORK, NY – July 20, 2026 – Great American Media today announced Christmas By the Spoonful, an all-new Original Movie starring Laura Vandervoort, Olivier Renaud, Ilan O’Driscoll, and Holly Bridges, premieres this holiday season as part of the sixth annual Great American Christmas, the network’s signature celebration of Christmas as it is meant to be. Christmas By the Spoonful will have its World Premiere streaming on Great American Pure Flix and will air on Great American Family and GFAM+ when the beloved annual event returns to air in October.

In Christmas By the Spoonful, food critic Lorraine Boulanger (Vandervoort) may know exceptional cuisine, but she has no culinary abilities of her own. When Lorraine is tasked with preparing her family’s first Christmas dinner since the passing of their beloved matriarch, she must turn to local French food-truck owner, Pierre DuBois (Renaud) for help. The problem: Lorraine’s harsh review years earlier nearly put Pierre out of business. As the unlikely pair work together to create a meaningful holiday meal in honor of Lorraine’s mom, old resentments begin to soften, and the spirit of Christmas offers them an unexpected opportunity for forgiveness, connection, and love.

“Christmas By the Spoonful is a beautiful reminder that the holidays have a way of bringing people back to what matters most—family, forgiveness, and the traditions that connect us across generations,” said Allison Kendrick, Vice President, Development, Great American Media. “Every Great American Christmas Original is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate the warmth, hope, and joy that define the season. It’s that unwavering commitment to heartfelt storytelling—and creating Christmas as it is meant to be—that has made Great American Christmas the most beloved holiday event on television,” Kendrick concluded.

Great American Christmas returns this holiday season with a new slate of Original movies celebrating faith, family, love, hope, and the timeless traditions that make Christmas the most cherished season of the year.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is theleader in faith and family entertainment,and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
pamslay@gacmedia.com
818.415.3784
media@crosswindpr.com

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I personally think this is wonderful news for Great American Family! Laura Vandervoort is such a familiar and beloved face in the Christmas movie world, so I'm already feeling really great about her newest film making its way to GAF!

I can't wait to see this and all the Christmas movies Great American Family has in store for us - beginning in October! (*see the October schedule here*)

Stay tuned for more Christmas movie news!🎄🎬

Have a Blessed, Merry Day!

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Laura Vandervoort & Olivier Renaud Movies:
(click posters below for details)


Miracle in Bethlehem, PA
DVD / Stream Prime Video

Head Over Heels
DVD / Stream Prime Video

🎄✨ Great American Christmas Movies Coming October 2026

Exciting news, friends!!!🎄

Great American Family is spreading more Christmas cheer during their Christmas in July event with a brand-new commercial announcing four of the network's upcoming Christmas movies! And here's the really exciting part... these new holiday premieres are arriving early in October!

And movie #2 below is a new Christmas movie announcement!

UPDATE: Look for two new updates below!

Here's a look at all four films with their premiere dates on Great American Family. Plus see the promo below!

(Note: Each of these movies will also air 2 days earlier on Great American Pure Flix.)

#1: A Very Evergreen Christmas

Starring: Katie Leclerc and Jeremy Guilbaut

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026


UPDATE: According to Great American Family's website, A Very Evergreen Christmas does not have a premiere date. Stay tuned for schedule changes!

#2: Christmas by the Spoonful

Starring: Laura Vandervoort and Olivier Renaud

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

UPDATE: According to Great American Family's website, Christmas at Moose Lake, starring Britt Robertson, Ryan Paevey, Kevin Dillon, and Natasha Henstridge, is now listed to premiere Saturday, October 17, 2026, on Great American Family. Stay tuned for potential schedule changes!

#3: A Christmas Prayer 2

Starring: Shae Robins and Christopher Russell

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

#4: Christmas Wrapped in Love

Starring: Cindy Busby and Marcus Rosner

Premiere Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026



Great American Christmas Promo:

Click the arrow button below to play.

Four Great American Family Christmas Movies coming in October!!!✨🎄❤️🎬 pic.twitter.com/9JRPLNHQNc

— It's A Wonderful Movie 🍿📺 (@awonderfulmovie) July 18, 2026

Hope you enjoyed this movie news!

Have a Merry Weekend,

Net