🐾 'Hudson & Rex' Season 8 Premieres Tonight on UPtv - Episode Details, New Lead Actor, & More

Just wanted to send out this quick reminder for all of you "Hudson & Rex" fans. Season 8 begins tonight on UPtv at 8pm/7c - and yes, there is a big change!

Instead of seeing John Reardon, who played Detective Charlie Hudson for nearly 7 seasons, actor Luke Roberts steps into the lead role as Detective Mark Hudson.

However, after this season, you can expect to see actor John Reardon return for the 9th season. As I mentioned in a previous post, fans were, of course, not happy when John was initially let go from the series. John Reardon had originally stepped away during Season 7 to undergo treatment for tonsil cancer, but was not brought back for Season 8. I am glad, as someone who has watched the show here and there over the years, that they've decided to bring John back, and I know the show's most loyal fans are very happy, too.

Please note: I have not seen season 8 of this series. "Hudson & Rex" is a police mystery drama that will likely include crime and violence not intended for young viewers.

"Hudson & Rex" Season 8, Episode 1 - INTO THE WILDS:
When the sole witness against the son of a powerful mob boss goes missing in the woods, it's up to Mark, Rex, and Jesse to track him down. The mob boss has already hired an assassin to find the witness.

Also, during this premiere, UPtv promises a special sneak peek of the series "Blue Skies," which is premiering its first season - Thursday, August 13th at 9pm/8c. on UPtv.

Here's a quick preview of both series:

Happy Sleuthing!

Net 🐾

🎂 Hallmark Celebrates 25th Birthday with New Movie Announcements & New Series Coming in 2027

There’s plenty of exciting news coming today from Hallmark Media!

As part of its 25th Birthday Celebration and Television Critics Association press day, Hallmark shared a fun look at what’s ahead for us viewers - new Fall movies and premiere dates revealed for the most wonderful time of the year: Christmas! 🎄✨

And, of course, there’s more coming beyond the holiday season. So, let’s take a peek at some of the exciting programming Hallmark has in store for us!


Here are the highlights:
(details via Hallmark press releases)

* Christmas Premiere Dates:

Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story, starring Lyndsy Fonseca and Robert Buckley, Kicks Off Hallmark Channel’s 17th Annual Countdown to Christmas on October 16, 2026

Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, starring Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle, Premieres November 28, 2026

A Grand Biltmore Christmas, starring Holland Roden and Niall Matter, Premieres December 5, 2026


*Fall Movies - New Titles:

A Knight to Remember, starring Julie Gonzalo and James Trevena, Premieres October 3, 2026

The Spirit of Halloween, starring Meghan Ory and Kevin McGarry, Premieres October 10, 2026


*Christmas Movie Announcements:

Alison Sweeney, Ashley Williams, and Steve Lund to star in untitled Christmas movie that takes them on a multi-state holiday adventure.

Tamera Mowry-Housley and Kristoffer Polaha will star in Mistletoe and Mimosas (wt). Tamera stars as Claire Bennett, a successful Manhattan business consultant who unexpectedly inherits her beloved Uncle Lou’s Christmas-themed bar and returns home determined to save it and preserve his legacy. Kristoffer plays Zach, the charming part-owner and manager of a trendy rival club who wants to buy the bar, setting the two on opposite sides.


*New Series - Coming in 2027:

Change of Heart - Hallmark has greenlit this new series to premiere in 2027. Story details: After a life-changing heart transplant, jaded divorce attorney Charlie Wyatt is called to service the exact opposite: fighting for love in all its forms.

Happy Birthday to Hallmark🎂

and 

Happy Movie-Watching! 

Net

'Crossroad Springs' Season 2 - When and Where to Watch All 10 Episodes

 ( image credit: Great American Media ) 

Are you ready for more Crossroad Springs? Season 2 rides onto Great American Family (and GFAM+) beginning Saturday, September 5th, Labor Day weekend, while Great American Pure Flix subscribers can watch a little earlier with the premiere there on Thursday, September 3rd.

This season features 10 all-new episodes. If you're streaming on Great American Pure Flix, you'll get a new episode each week all season long.

This season, however, will be split on Great American Family. The first five episodes will air on GAF beginning this September, with the season returning after Christmas with the final five episodes in January 2027.

See all the details in the press release below.


Great American Media Press Release:

Great American Media 

Announces World Premiere,

Season Two of Original Series,

“Crossroad Springs,”

Streaming Exclusively

on Great American Pure Flix,

September 3

NEW YORK, NY – August 5, 2026 – Great American Media is proud to announce the Season Two premiere of hit Original series, “Crossroad Springs,” starring Jonathan Stoddard, Emily Alatalo, Shaun Johnston, Kate Drummond, Jesse Hutch, Brittany Underwood, Erin Agostino, Jillian Cardarelli, and Jon McLaren. “Crossroad Springs,” Episode 201, streams exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, Thursday, September 3. All 10 episodes of “Crossroad Springs” will stream this year with a new episode dropping each week. On linear and digital, “Crossroad Springs” will air five of the ten episodes in 2026 prior to taking a Mid-Winter break for Great American Christmas. The final five remaining episodes will air on Great American Family and GFAM+ in January 2027.

In the Season Two premiere, “Boots on the Ground,” summer brings new growth to Red Oak Ranch and new challenges for the Hamilton family. As James settles deeper into his calling at the Cowboy Church, he begins offering office hours for a congregation increasingly looking to him for guidance beyond Sunday service. Maggie takes meaningful steps toward launching “The Round Up,” a community food pantry designed to serve neighbors with dignity, while Janet is shaken by Eric’s unexpected return to Crossroad Springs and his confession that he came back for her. At the ranch, Willis grows suspicious when the family’s herd expansion paperwork stalls without explanation, leading him, James, and Aunt Amy straight to Daniel Newman’s doorstep. But just as tensions between the Hamiltons and Newmans threaten to boil over, Jackson Newman makes a dramatic return – with a wife and daughter Daniel never expected – setting the stage for a new family conflict that could change everything in Crossroad Springs.

The series returns to Great American Family and GFAM+, Saturday, September 5 (8p). Don’t miss an all-new episode of “Crossroad Springs,” streaming on Great American Pure Flix and airing on Great American Family and GFAM+.

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

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Sounds like there's going to be plenty of excitement in this new season! I just love the heartwarming stories centered around faith, the warmth of community, and the country setting in Crossroad Springs.

Hope many of you are looking forward to Season 2, too!

Blessings on your day!

Net

'When Calls the Heart' Season 14 Filming Begins!!!

Exciting news, Hearties! The wait is officially over - Season 14 of When Calls the Heart is now in production! 🎬

The cast began filming today, August 4, 2026, at the Hope Valley Jamestown movie set at MacInnes Farm in Langley, British Columbia. Production is scheduled to continue through November, which means we have plenty of Hope Valley behind-the-scenes sneak peeks to look forward to in the months ahead!

And, of course, many of the familiar faces we've grown to love over the years will be returning... Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry, Pascale Hutton, Kavan Smith, Jack Wagner, Chris McNally, Viv Leacock, Natasha Burnett, Andrea Brooks, and more are all back for another season!

And, of course, Lori Loughlin is returning as Abigail Stanton! We saw Abigail make her much-anticipated return in the Season 13 finale, so I'm very curious to see what Season 14 has in store for her.

Now that filming has officially begun, I'm sure we'll get a few little clues from the cast along the way. You know I'll be keeping my eyes open for any Hope Valley happenings!

And then there's the big question...

Will Season 14 bring us a wedding?

After all, Season 13 ended with Elizabeth and Nathan engaged, so naturally, I'm already wondering if wedding bells will be ringing in Hope Valley this season! Of course, When Calls the Heart always has plenty of stories unfolding beyond romance, so I'm curious to see where all of our favorite characters' journeys take them next.

I'm especially hoping we get more sweet Allie and Oliver moments. I would also love to see some new storylines develop for Goldie and L.J. And, I'm going to put this out there... I kind of hope Faith finds love this season! I think that could make for a very interesting storyline.

But what about you, Hearties?

What storylines, friendships, or couple pairings are you hoping to see in Season 14? I'd love to hear your thoughts, predictions, and Hope Valley wish list in the comments below!

Until then, I'll be dreaming of Hope Valley... and wondering what Season 14 has waiting just around the corner.

I hope you have a wonderful day!

Net

🔎 Case Closed! See Who's Returning for the New "Garage Sale Mystery"

Sleuthers, great news... another Garage Sale Mystery is on the case this September - Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage!

The premiere may be only weeks away, but there are still plenty of clues waiting to be uncovered.

One question has been keeping us mystery fans guessing: Who's returning for this all-new mystery installment?

Need a clue, or are you ready to make a hunch?

Hallmark recently dropped a Fall movie promo that included a few clips of this mystery, and of course, I had to screen-grab the evidence...

Now for the big reveal...

Hallmark has confirmed that the entire familiar crew is back on the case! Returning are Lori Loughlin, Sarah Strange, Steve Bacic, Kevin O'Grady, Connor Stanhope, and Eva Bourne.

I'm so delighted that all the members of this main cast are stepping back into their roles! Their last time working together was 2019. It's going to be such a sweet reunion to see everyone together again.

And this mystery sounds especially good...

Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage follows Jennifer Shannon when a member of her true-crime book club is murdered during the group's reenactment of the infamous Lizzie Borden case.

That sounds like a mystery with plenty of twists and potential suspects to keep us all guessing until the final reveal!

If you're also looking ahead to Hallmark's Fall into Love lineup, you can also check out all the movie premieres coming in August, September, and October by clicking here.

UPDATE: After I posted the above, Hallmark released press photos for Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage. See *here*.

Until next time... keep following the clues!

Happy Sleuthing,

Net🔎