☀️ Hello August! ☀️ Summer Movie Nights Begin, Christmas in July Lingers, and Mystery Awaits...

Hello, Movie Friends!

As we head into the first weekend of August, there’s a whole lot of summer fun and even some Christmas cheer left to enjoy on TV! Whether you’re winding down from a busy week or staying cool indoors, there’s a mix of seasonal favorites and fresh premieres to catch this weekend!

Hallmark Channel kicks off its *Summer Nights* lineup this weekend, and over on Great American Family, *Christmas in July* keeps going strong! Even though we’ve officially turned the calendar page, the holiday magic continues on GAF with festive films running throughout the weekend.

If you're in the mood for something a bit more suspenseful, Lifetime is premiering a new faith-filled thriller that’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat and the Hallmark Channel is airing another installment of the "Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," featuring familiar Hallmark actors and a new case to unravel.

See details below...


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Friday, August 1 - early Monday, August 4, 2025:

Christmas in July - Last Weekend

Christmas in July Weekend Schedule:

Friday, August 1, 2025:

A Royal Date for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
Destined 2: Christmas Once More ... Great American Family ... 2am
My Favorite Christmas Tree ... Great American Family ... 4am
Our Christmas Wedding ... Great American Family ... 6am
Christmas in Scotland ... Great American Family ... 8am
12 Games of Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10am
Santa, Maybe ... Great American Family ... 12pm
Christmas Sweethearts ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Christmas Lovers Anonymous ... Great American Family ... 4pm
A Royal Christmas Ballet ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Christmas Next Door ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Bringing Christmas Home ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Christmas in Rome ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Meet Me Under the Mistletoe ... Great American Family ... 10pm


Saturday, August 2, 2025:

Call Me Mrs. Miracle ... Great American Family ... 12am
I'm Glad it's Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2am
Designing Christmas with You ... Great American Family ... 4am
The Great Christmas Switch ... Great American Family ... 6am
A Puppy for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8am
Home Sweet Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10am
Jingle Bell Princess ... Great American Family ... 12pm
Destined at Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Let it Snow ... Great American Family ... 4pm
A Christmas Castle Proposal ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Royally Wrapped for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Peppermint & Postcards ... Great American Family ... 10pm


Sunday, August 3, 2025:

Joy for Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
Christmas Time is Here ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Christmas Wish in Hudson ... Great American Family ... 4am
Journey to Christmas ... Great American Family ... 6am
The Art of Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8am
Tails of Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10am
A Christmas Less Traveled ... Great American Family ... 12pm
'Twas the Text Before Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Once Upon a Christmas Wish ... Great American Family ... 4pm
A Christmas Blessing ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Christmas on Windmill Way ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Brush with Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10pm


Monday, August 4, 2025:

My Christmas Hero ... Great American Family ... 12am
Christmas Under the Northern Lights ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Belgian Chocolate Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4am


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Saturday, August 2, 2025:

Providence Falls

Movie 1 of 3

Storyline: Newbie police detective, Cora, is partnered with visiting detective, Liam, on her first case. Little does she know, Liam is her reincarnated love here to change her fate.

Providence Falls

Premieres Saturday, August 2, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, August 2, 2025:

Terri Blackstock’s

If I Run

Storyline: Adapted from best-selling author Terri Blackstock’s book, If I Run follows Casey Cox (Kat Graham), a woman on the run after discovering her best friend Brent has been murdered—and she is being framed for it. Not knowing who to trust, Casey flees, using her intelligence and resourcefulness to stay hidden and the signs of divine guidance to help her in her journey. Meanwhile, Dylan Roberts (Evan Roderick), a war-weary veteran and private investigator with PTSD, is hired to track her down. As Dylan digs deeper into the case, he begins to suspect that Casey might actually be innocent and that the real story is far more complex—and dangerous—than it first appeared.

Terri Blackstock’s If I Run

Premieres Saturday, August 2, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime

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Sunday, August 3, 2025:

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner

Storyline: When the owner of the diner where Aurora Teagarden works is suddenly killed, her new boyfriend becomes the primary suspect.

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner

Premieres Sunday, August 3, 2025

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Just a quick thought (or two!) on the NEW Weekend Movies...

Okay, I must say... the old-fashioned images/promos Hallmark has released for the new 3-part movie series, Providence Falls, look absolutely beautiful. There's a dreamy, romantic feel to them that really draws you in. That said, I did notice the word "reincarnated" in the story synopsis, which gives me pause. As a Christian, I personally don’t believe in reincarnation. Hebrews 9:27 says, “And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment,” which clearly shapes my view on this topic.

So, I’m curious... does one (or more) of the characters actually experience reincarnation in this story, or is the term being used more loosely, perhaps to describe time travel or some other kind of connection across time? I'm personally game for a fun time-travel film like Back to the Future or A Biltmore Christmas, etc... but if the story is, indeed, centered around reincarnation, then dreamy or not, I'm out.




NOTE: Due to the suspenseful nature of this Lifetime film, Terri Blackstock’s If I Run, I expect the movie to have violence, adult dialogue, and content not suitable for young viewers. Discretion is advised.




Thought it would be fun to note... There are several familiar faces in the new Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner - including Kimberly Sustad (The Nine Lives of Christmas), Steve Bacic and Sarah Strange (Garage Sale Mystery), and Caitlin Stryker (Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker).

Also, be sure to note the time change for this premiere. The movie will air at 9pm/8c, which is different than what the poster says above.



Are you planning to catch any of the new movies this weekend? Please share in the comments below... I’d love to hear what you’re planning to watch! I’ve got some family plans, so I’ll likely need to record the premieres and catch up later. Still, I’m hoping to sneak in a few of the wonderful Christmas movies airing this weekend, especially since it’s the final chance to see *Christmas in July* on Great American Family!

Blessings to you all,

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"Let the name of the Lord be praised,

both now and forevermore.

From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets,

the name of the Lord is to be praised.

The Lord is exalted over all the nations,

his glory above the heavens."

~Psalm 113:2-4

Hallmark Channel to Air Unscripted Series on Monday Nights

Due to the success of Christmas at Sea this Summer, Hallmark is introducing a fresh slate of unscripted, feel-good programming on Monday nights starting this Fall.

The lineup kicks off September 15th with Season 2 of "Celebrations with Lacey Chabert," with Lacey returning as host and executive producer to honor eight inspiring individuals with meaningful surprises.

Other series included are "Finding Mr. Christmas," the competition series, and "Baked With Love: Holiday," hosted by Tamera Mowry-Housley.

You can see full details in the article at Variety.com

Do you enjoy reality/unscripted series? Please share in comments below.

Blessings,

Net

INSP's August and September TV Movie Schedule

This post is for all of you who love Western Movies!

Catch these exciting stories of the old west coming this August and September on INSP...


INSP's August Network Movie Premieres

The Desperate Trail, starring Sam Elliott, Linda Fiorentino, Craig Sheffer: When a marshal is tasked with escorting a convicted lady outlaw to prison, she breaks loose and takes on a crafty partner. With the marshal hot on the outlaw’s trail, the perilous chase becomes a battle of wills and wits.

Hostiles, starring Christian Bale, Rosamund Pike, Wes Studi, Timothee Chalamet: In 1892, an army captain with a deep and painful contempt for the Cheyenne Indians is ordered by the president of the United States to escort the tribe’s dying chief and his family back to Montana, a volatile and deadly territory.

The Eagle and the Hawk, starring Rhonda Fleming, John Payne: When a Texas Ranger and a government agent team up to help a dynamic Mexican patriot fend off European opposition, they soon encounter a feisty redheaded woman with a rifle who may derail their plans.

The River’s Edge, starring Debra Paget, Ray Milland, Anthony Quinn, Harry Carey Jr.: A deadly thief, on the run with stolen cash, forces a rancher and his wife to lead him across the nearby desert into Mexico. The journey is a series of twists and turns, fueled by the fact that the rancher’s wife is the former girlfriend of the crook.

The Law and Jake Wade, starring Robert Taylor, Richard Widmark, Patricia Owens: A marshal is forced to confront his past when his old partner-in-crime escapes from prison and comes after him, wanting to know the location of loot taken while both men were outlaws in the same gang.

Gunbelt, starring George Montgomery, Tab Hunter, Jack Elam: When an outlaw escapes prison and wants to get his brother Billy to help him rob a Wells Fargo money shipment, he learns Billy has gone straight. Now, Billy must overcome old enemies and new threats as he tries to redeem himself.

The Gun and the Pulpit, starring Geoffrey Lewis, Slim Pickens, Marjoe Gortner, Estelle Parsons: The captivating tale of a smooth-talking gunslinger posing as a preacher to hide form his enemies. He ends up bringing hope to his parishioners and law-and-order to a town terrorized by crooks.

The Gun Hawk, starring Rory Calhoun, Rod Cameron, Ruta Lee: His town-drunk father was killed by outlaws. Now, a former gunslinger must break from his peaceful life, strap on his guns and confront the dark-hearted men who killed his father and want to take over the town. A crooked sheriff stands in his way.

INSP's September Network Movie Premieres:

The Redhead and the Cowboy, starring Glenn Ford, Rhonda Fleming, Edmond O’Brien: When a cowboy helps a beautiful confederate spy escape from a group of outlaws, they navigate the dangers of the open range, fall in love, and work together to uncover the truth behind a land grab scheme.

Hatfields and McCoys: Bad Blood, starring Jeff Fahey, Christian Slater, Perry King: Hard feelings over the Civil War and an incident involving a stolen pig fuel a complex web of rivalry, loyalty, betrayal, and revenge between two families. A gripping and intense portrayal of one of America’s most legendary feuds.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, starring Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach, Lee Van Cleef: During the American Civil War, three gunslingers, a mysterious loner, a ruthless mercenary, and a Mexican outlaw engage in a treacherous quest for a buried treasure of gold.

The Cimarron Kid, starring Audie Murphy, James Best, Hugh O’Brian: After serving his time in prison, a former gang member is unjustly accused of robbing the train he was riding home. His plans for going straight are complicated when he’s forced to prove his innocence and must join his old gang to rescue a friend.

City of Bad Men, starring Dale Robertson, Jeanne Crain, Richard Boone, Lloyd Bridges: A determined woman travels to Carson City to reunite with her fiancé and finds him involved in a heated rivalry between local factions. As tensions escalate, the woman confronts the corrupt forces of the town that threaten to destroy it.

The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid, starring Robert DuVall, Cliff Robertson, Luke Askew, R.G. Armstrong: In 1876, the notorious gangs of Jesse James and Cole Younger joined forces and traveled north to rob the unsuspecting bank in Northfield, Minnesota. Due to many surprising events, the outlaws’ detailed plan of theft was a disaster.

The Missing, starring Tommy Lee Jones, Cate Blanchett, Val Kilmer: In 1885 New Mexico, an aging cowboy, and his estranged daughter, must put aside their differences to rescue the daughter’s abducted child from a ruthless Apache witch doctor. A story of determination, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

Saskatchewan, starring Alan Ladd, Shelley Winters, Hugh O’Brian: After a mounted police inspector rescues a woman who is the sole survivor of a wagon train, he turns against his greenhorn commander, taking a safer route to the U.S. border to stop invading hostile Indians. A visually stunning film!

Happy trails, Y'all!

Net

INSP SETS PREMIERE DATE FOR ORIGINAL SERIES "ELKHORN"

Press Release via INSP:

 

Critically Acclaimed Western Drama

 Depicting Theodore Roosevelt’s

 Early Life as a Cowboy

 Returns October 2nd at 9PM ET.

(Indian Land, SC – June 26, 2025) – INSP EVP of Programming, Doug Butts, today announced that the highly anticipated 2nd season of INSP’s original Western drama, ELKHORN, will premiere on Thursday, October 2nd at 9PM ET. The widely acclaimed series portrays the formative years of America’s 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt, as a true Cowboy in the Dakotas.

“The first season of Elkhorn introduced audiences to a young Theodore Roosevelt.” said Craig Miller, VP of Original Programming at INSP. “Fresh from personal tragedy and political disillusionment, he sought refuge and purpose in the rugged Dakota Badlands. In season 2, our story picks up with a more seasoned Roosevelt who is no less driven but continuously plagued by mounting tensions in the territory—and within his own ranch.”

Miller continued, “as Roosevelt faces new adversaries and unresolved grief, ELKHORN deepens its exploration of the man who would become known as the cowboy president.” He added “we all know the legend, now viewers can witness the making of the man.”

Executive Producer Gary Tarpinian stated “in light of the critical reception and audience engagement the series received in season 1, we are excited and proud of how the next season provides more layers to Roosevelt’s journey. The cast are incredible to work with, embodying these historical figures with authenticity and passion. We are honored to continue telling this remarkable story.”

Shot with cinematic production values and historically inspired detail, ELKHORN positions itself at the intersection of a traditional Western and a biographical drama—blending action, frontier diplomacy, and personal transformation. Mason Beals, series lead, was awarded “Best Actor” in the Cowboys & Indians 2025 Movie & TV Awards for his portrayal of Roosevelt. Additionally, ELKHORN won “Best Western TV Series” against such august competition as Landman and Yellowstone!

The series joins INSP’s growing slate of original scripted programming aimed at audiences hungry for classic storytelling with contemporary depth, redefining the American Western for a new generation - including BLUE RIDGE (starring Johnathon Schaech, THAT THING YOU DO!), as well as the historical docudrama series, WILD WEST CHRONICLES.

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About INSP

INSP is available nationwide to more than 54M households via MVPDs including DISH (channel 259), DIRECTV (channel 364), Comcast Xfinity, Cox Communications, Charter Spectrum, National Cable Television Cooperative (NCTC), Verizon Fios (channel 286), AT&T U-verse (channel 564) and on vMVPDs including SLING TV, Philo, Frndly TV, and FreeCast. Click here to find INSP in your area. INSP provides a trusted viewing experience with a lineup of exclusive and original series, timeless Westerns, action-filled dramas, and films focused on adventure and heroic characters.

About MorningStar Entertainment

Gary Tarpinian and Paninee Theeranuntawat created MorningStar Entertainment with the goal of producing high-quality television programing. Over the past 20 years, this Emmy Award winning Production Company has produced hundreds of hours of great Television Series and Specials for such esteemed US networks as Discovery, National Geographic, History, The CW Network, PBS, A&E, TLC, Lifetime, Travel, ESPN, Discovery Science, and many others. They have also worked with or had their programs air on such respected international networks as Channel 5 UK, RTL Germany, RAI-Italy, France 5, Antena 3 – Spain, the Australian Broadcasting Company and many others. Among MorningStar’s best known programs include the hit series I Survived!, Deadliest Warrior, Manhunters: Fugitive Task Force and Mysteries Decoded.

Be sure to look for the new season

 of Elkhorn in October!

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image credit: INSP