TV Movie Highlights of the Week - including Rom-Com “Together Forever Tea,” Christmas Classics, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” and more! #Hallmarkies #POstables SEE HERE:

Happy Wednesday, friends! Typically the movie reminders are mainly on the weekend here at It's a Wonderful Movie (except Christmas, of course!), but there are several notable movies airing this week on TV - I thought you all might enjoy watching now or DVR-ing (is that a word?) for the weekend!

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021:

The first movie is one that was originally available through Hallmark's streaming service Hallmark Movies Now. Then it aired twice, I believe, on Hallmark Drama, and now it is airing for the first time on the Hallmark Channel...

Save the Wedding

Storyline via Hallmark: When a series of wedding-planning setbacks raises the bride’s doubts, Maid of Honor Meg and Best Man Tyler put their old differences aside to restore the couple’s faith in love with a walk down memory lane.

Note: I have not viewed this movie, yet, but I have heard from various sources that it is family friendly.

Save the Wedding encores

Wednesday, August 4, 2021

at 6pm/5c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021:

In prep for the all new "Hannah Swensen Mystery" movie airing this weekend - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is airing TWO Alison Sweeney Christmas movies this week, the first one being...

Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery

Storyline: When a murder takes place at the local Christmas tree carnival, it seems there are quite a few suspects. With the twelve days of Christmas ticking away, Hannah's running out of time to nab a murderous Scrooge.

Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery encores

Wednesday, August 4, 2021

at 9pm/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Thursday, August 5, 2021:

Enjoy Christmas Thursdays on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries with Alison Sweeney and Marc Blucas in...

Good Morning Christmas!

Storyline via Hallmark: Two competing TV hosts (Sweeney and Blucas) are sent to a festive small town over Christmas. While pretending to get along for the sake of appearances, they discover that there’s more to each other than they thought.

Good Morning Christmas! encores

Thursday, August 5, 2021

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Thursday, August 5, 2021:



In case you missed it over the weekend...

There's a repeat showing of "Love, For Real" on Thursday night. I haven't viewed this one, yet. Have any of you? Plus, I haven't really heard if it was good or bad; so... if you've seen it, I would love to hear your thoughts in comments below.

Love, For Real encores

Thursday, August 5, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Friday, August 6, 2021:

Enjoy Christmas Fridays on the Hallmark Channel with Autumn Reeser and Jesse Metcalfe in...

Christmas Under the Stars

Storyline via Hallmark: When Nick, a career-focused investment banker, is fired from his high-powered firm at Christmastime, he takes a job at a Christmas tree lot owned by a warmhearted, elderly man. There, he meets Julie, an astronomy teacher who’s always looked to the stars for hope. As the Christmas spirit washes over him — and he begins falling for Julie — the once self-centered Nick discovers the joy of helping others. When he learns that Julie and the tree lot owner are facing hard times, Nick strives to end their troubles in time for them all to share a Christmas under the stars.

Christmas Under the Stars encores

Friday, August 6, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Friday, August 6, 2021:

It's an all new rom-com movie premiere on BYU...

Together Forever Tea

Storyline: Marketing whiz Lara Thompson is living a fast-paced life in the big city when she’s summoned to the sleepy town of Kissing Falls to settle the affairs of her late Aunt Vivienne who owned a tea shop. Lara originally plans to sell the shop quickly, but switches course to fulfill her aunt’s last wish – to have one of her teas awarded by the prestigious International Council of Tea Sommeliers. With the help of handsome local flower expert Matt, Lara sets out to recreate a long lost “love potion” tea. One problem – the tea’s secret ingredient is the extinct Kissing Falls rose. As Lara and Matt work together, she finds herself not only falling for Matt but for the town itself.

Together Forever Tea premieres

Friday, August 6, 2021

at 1pm/12c. on BYU

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Friday, August 6, 2021:

It's a two-part patriotic "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" movie showing on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries with...

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: 

TRUTH BE TOLD

and

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: 

THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: TRUTH BE TOLD storyline: The POstables are on a mission to deliver a soldier's letter from Afghanistan to a teenager who's being relentlessly bullied, while Oliver's estranged father surprises him with news that shakes him to his core.

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM storyline: The POstables work against the clock decoding a letter to rescue a soldier in Afghanistan and reunite her with her family, while Rita competes for the National Miss Special Delivery title in Washington, D.C.

This series is truly my favorite of everything that airs re-occurring on Hallmark. As I've mentioned before, I like the stories of faith and how Oliver's Divine-Delivery theory is incorporated into each story. SSD is beautiful, powerful, puzzling, and heartwarming! I highly recommend the entire SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED series, and I'm thrilled the cast is currently filming Movie #11!

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: TRUTH BE TOLD encores

Friday, August 6, 2021

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

and

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED: THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM encores

Friday, August 6, 2021

at 9pm/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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This weekend...

 


If you're searching for an encore airing of "Mystery 101: Deadly History" - you can see that repeat Sunday night on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. See reviews of this latest installment of Mystery 101 - *here*! By the way... I thought it was awesome!!!

"Mystery 101: Deadly History" encores

Sunday, August 8, 2021

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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I hope you enjoyed this mid-week movie reminder. I'll be back with the regular weekend post - highlighting the new movie premieres this Saturday and Sunday... so stay tuned!

Happy movie watching!

Blessings on your week, Net

HALLMARK CHANNEL'S NEW FALL HARVEST 2021 MOVIES! 🍁🍃🍂 @nikkideloach @tyler_hynes @LauraOsnes #FallHarvest #Hallmarkies 🍃🍂🍁 SEE HERE:

Get ready to fall for new movies in September for Fall Harvest on the Hallmark Channel with Hallmark stars: Nikki DeLoach, Tyler Hynes, Laura Osnes and more! I previously shared details on Roadhouse Romance - *here* and Love at the Steeplchase - *here*. See all the new movie details below...

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Roadhouse Romance

Premiere Date: Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 9:00 PM / 8:00c

Starring: Lauren Alaina and Tyler Hynes

image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline: Country music fan Callie is determined to continue her late grandfather's legacy. While TV director Luke is in town, he teaches her that sometimes it's best to look forward instead of back.

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Raise a Glass to Love

Premiere Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 9:00 PM / 8:00c

Starring: Laura Osnes and Juan Pablo Di Pace

Storyline: Aspiring Master Sommelier Jenna returns to her family vineyard to study and is intrigued by the natural methods of the handsome new, Argentinian winemaker, Marcelo.

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Love at the Steeplechase

Premiere Date: Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 9:00 PM / 8:00c

Starring: Nikki DeLoach and Scott Porter

Nikki DeLoach - on the set of "Love at the Steeplechase" - via: Instagram

Storyline: A writer goes back to the family ranch to write an article about her passion for horses and discovers what ended her marriage and why she stopped riding horses.

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Plus, look for "Finding Love in Mountain View" coming to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries finally this September. If you recall, this movie was supposed to air last year on the Hallmark Channel, but it was suddenly removed from the schedule. Now we finally have a premiere date to look forward to - see here!

So... what do you think of these NEW upcoming movies for Fall Harvest? I am especially excited about the horse movie with Nikki DeLoach. I guess my heart is always in the country. Please share which movie you are looking forward to.

Please note: If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments below.

Blessings, Net

"High Flying Romance" starring: Jessica Lowndes and Christopher Russell - to air on the Hallmark Channel! SEE HERE:

High Flying Romance

Also Known As: Kite Festival of Love

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: September 6, 2021 at 9pm/8c.

*NOTE: This premiere is on a MONDAY!!!

"High Flying Romance" is currently new (August, 2021) to Hallmark Movies Now (Hallmark's streaming service). Hallmark's web-site is now showing an air date for this family-friendly movie on the Hallmark Channel in September. I have watched this movie - so look for my review below and if you've seen this, too, and you would like to share a review, please do so in comments below.

Starring: Jessica Lowndes and Christopher Russell

Storyline: Hannah falls for more than teaching music when woodworker Gavin and his nine-year-old daughter, Parker, move back to town after his wife’s passing. With a shared interest in the upcoming kite festival, Hannah becomes smitten with Gavin. But with an ex-girlfriend, Katie, who makes it clear she no longer wants to be the ex, Hannah doesn’t know what Gavin’s true feelings are for her, or who he’ll choose to be with.

Review:

"High Flying Romance - This is such a lighthearted, pleasant, family-friendly movie. When widower Gavin McQueen (Christopher Russell, "Chasing Waterfalls") returns to his hometown with his young daughter, Parker (Amélie Will Wolf), he shares time with his parents and friends, including an old, clingy girlfriend, Katie Longhorn (portrayed by Donna Benedicto). (In fact, Donna also plays the same sort of role opposite of Christopher Russell in "Love in the Forecast.") In addition to the old girlfriend, Gavin also catches up with another friend from his youth, Hannah Adams (Jessica Lowndes), who teaches Gavin's daughter, Parker, how to play the piano. Jessica’s piano playing and singing is quite beautiful in the movie. I also loved that Hannah's best friend was played by the always expressive actress, Lisa Durupt (the sister from "Murder She Baked")! She is great at giving relationship advice to her friend. It’s obvious to everyone, as Hannah befriends the young girl, a connection between Hannah and Gavin is growing, as well. There’s also a traditional kite festival that everyone in the small town seems to be preparing for, children and adults. One moment that I thought was especially nice in the movie was one night when Gavin tucked his daughter into bed and she said her prayers, “Now I lay me down to sleep...” That was such a heartwarming, precious moment. Hopefully, this scene and the ones with the bicycle ride and kites flying will bring to mind wonderful memories for you, as it did for me. Overall, this movie is predictable, at times, but I enjoyed it being simple and sweet. This is an ideal watch for the whole family!" ~Net

"I saw a little of this one on Youtube too. Basically like any other. Interesting they are just sticking it in now." ~Misty

A little *Jen Lilley* Fashion from her Hallmark Channel *Summer Nights* Movie: "A Little Daytime Drama" --- See Here:

Actress Jen Lilley is well known from her Hallmark movies "USS Christmas," "Eat, Play, Love," "Harvest Love" and more! Jen's newest Hallmark Channel movie "A Little Daytime Drama," with actor Ryan Paevey ("A Timeless Christmas"), is based around a daytime soap opera. Of course, one of the key aspects of a soap star is great style and Jen Lilley definitely has that down - in spades!

So... we are going to take a look at a few of Jen Lilley's designer fashions from this new Hallmark movie and some look-alike pieces, too!

First, this stunning bright pink dress makes quite the statement on the lovely Jen Lilley...

Photo: Jen Lilley
Credit: ©2021 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Sven Boecker

I located this unique, textured dress with short sleeves and an A-line skirt at Ted Baker. Click on the links below for more details!


Ted Baker CHERISA Textured skater dress - Ted Baker

Ted Baker CHERISA Textured skater dress - Ebay

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Photo: Jen Lilley
Credit: ©2021 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Hugh Tull

Jen Lilley also wears this double strap, off-shoulder black dress. Here are some similar styles...

Calvin Klein Women's Chain Detail Neck Cold Shoulder Sheath Dress - Amazon

BCBG MAX AZRIA Women's Cold Shoulder Dress - Amazon

X by Xscape Off-The-Shoulder Dress - Macys

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Photo: Jen Lilley
Credit: ©2021 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Hugh Tull

Even when she's dressed down, Jen Lilley's style is still top-notch! For this casual look, Jen Lilley is wearing Madewell Jeans in a dark wash. The signature *M* can be seen on the back pocket. Check out these links to Madewell Jeans below - they have lots of various size options in straight-leg, skinny, curvy, flare, and more!

Madewell Jeans - 10" High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Cordell Wash - Amazon

Click Here for more Madewell Jeans options - Amazon



Hope you enjoyed this little bit of fashion from "A Little Daytime Drama!" Look for the premiere of this movie - August 21, 2021 at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel.

Happy Shopping & Movie Watching! Net

Jen Lilley Hallmark Movies on DVD - click below for details...

This Weekend on TV: Mystery is back! Christmas in July on Hallmark ends. And Summer Nights begin - once again!

Hello Friends! The weekend is here with New Movie Premieres and the last bunch of Christmas movies to finish out July! I know... it's no fun to see the Christmas movies go, but it's nice knowing a new season of Christmas movies will be here soon - in October! Plus, hopefully, many of our old Christmas favorites will return then, too!

As far as the new movies go this weekend, I'm extra excited to see the Mystery movies return this Sunday night with Mystery 101! I can't wait to see where this cliffhanger mystery leads.

See what's in store this Saturday and Sunday below...


Saturday, July 31, 2021:

It's the last day of Christmas in July!

Enjoy every snowball fight and sleigh ride - that you possibly can!

Saturday, July 31, 2021:

Christmas at Dollywood ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 AM
Picture a Perfect Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 11 AM
On the 12th Date of Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 1 PM
Christmas Waltz ... Hallmark Channel ... 3 PM
Christmas at the Plaza ... Hallmark Channel ... 5 PM
Cross Country Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 7 PM
Love, For Real (SUMMER NIGHTS) ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM
A Glenbrooke Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 11:01 PM

Plus, if you're eager to see the Christmas movies airing after Christmas in July is over - check the Christmas Movie Schedule!

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Saturday, July 31, 2021:

Summer Nights return with an all new premiere...

Love, For Real

Storyline: Hayley and her best friend Bree go on a reality dating show to publicize her fashion line, but nothing goes as planned when love, friendship, and careers are on the line.

Love, For Real premieres

Saturday, July 31, 2021

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, August 1, 2021:

This next movie suggestion is not a new premiere; however, I missed sharing the original premiere date with you all back in April, so now that there are two encore showings coming up, I thought I would share these dates/times - in hopes that you might be able to catch one of them!

See the encore airing of...

A Love Yarn

Storyline: The owner of a quaint New Zealand yarn shop, Sophie Dale, gets her world flipped upside down after learning her top supplier of yarn, King Farms, is stopping production. Much to her surprise, the charming yet stuck-in-his-ways Samuel King has traveled all the way from New York to audit the business model of the farm. Desperate to keep her shop going, Sophie convinces Samuel to give her two weeks to learn the ropes of yarn spinning and raise enough money to buy the mill herself. With Samuel’s help, Sophie comes up with a fundraising plan to host a “knit-off” and auction at the local makers market. However, when the two weeks come to an end Sophie finds herself at the crossroads of business and romance. Could she have misinterpreted Samuels growing romantic interest in her as just business all along?

A Love Yarn airs

Sunday, August 1, 2021

at 2am/1c. (very early in the morning!) on BYUtv

(be sure to set your DVR on Saturday!)

Another encore airing of

A Love Yarn airs

Saturday, August 7, 2021

at 5pm/4c. on BYUtv

I watched this movie via streaming on BYU's web-site. See my review of A Love Yarn - here!

Another option to view A Love Yarn is to stream it free through BYUtv's website or app. In fact, you can watch a lot of wonderful family friendly movies and shows for free through BYU! Be sure to check out their web-site for all the details.

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Sunday, August 1, 2021:

Jill Wagner, Kristoffer Polaha, and Robin Thomas return to solve a family mystery in...

Mystery 101: Deadly History

Storyline: Amy (Wagner) and Travis (Polaha) travel to New York to investigate when Amy’s uncle goes missing, as does all his research on the “accidental” death 50 years ago of a family heir.

Mystery 101: Deadly History airs

Sunday, August 1, 2021

at 9pm/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Credit: ©2018 Crown Media United States
LLC/Photographer: Alexx Henry/Alexx Henry Studios, LLC

And speaking of Jill Wagner's movies with "Mystery 101," it's time for the big reveal for the Jill Wagner Christmas Trivia Challenge... the WINNER is (drumroll please!) ... bigbrat! Yay! Congratulations to You! I will be reaching out to you by email for your mailing address - so you can be sent your prize!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this challenge!

You can see the trivia questions, answers, and all of the responses from everyone who entered - *HERE*!

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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend as we transition from July to August. It's been so hot here in the Midwest lately with high, sultry, tropical humidity. Being outdoors, therefore, has been less than enjoyable. This weekend, however, we are expecting milder temps and lower humidity, so I'm looking forward to enjoying some comfortable weather and outdoor activities. Hope your weather is pleasant, too!

As I mentioned above, it's going to be hard to say goodbye to Christmas in July on Saturday, but I'm hopeful we'll have many wonderful Christmas movies to look forward to this upcoming holiday season.

Please Note: I have not pre-screened the new movies above. If you'd like to share a review after the movies air, please share in comments. Thank you!

Blessings to you all, Net

*Hallmark movie images via: Crown Media / "A Love Yarn" image via: Incendo Productions

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

10 “Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. 11 For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost.

12 “What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying? 13 And if he should find it, assuredly, I say to you, he rejoices more over that sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray. 14 Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish.

~Matthew 18:10-14