Hey there, Movie Friends!
Got any fun plans for the weekend? I know it's a busy time with some children going back to school this week, and lots of families trying to squeeze in one last Summer adventure. Plus, many of us are still soaking up every bit of Summer sunshine we can - while it lasts! If, however, you’re looking for a little downtime, I’ve got some movie picks you might want to add to your list this weekend.
On Great American Family, One of a Kind Love is making its debut on the channel, and Lifetime is wrapping up its suspenseful, faith-filled series with Finding Faith.
Plus, for those of us missing Christmas in July, I've included the Friday night schedule of Christmas movies... enjoy!!!
Check out details on these movies and more below…
Friday, August 8, 2025:
Christmas Movie Schedule
Friday, August 8th:
The Sweetest Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
A Christmas Castle Proposal ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
A Vintage Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Christmas at the Drive-In ... Great American Family ... 10pm
A Christmas Castle Proposal ... Great American Family ... 12am
A Vintage Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2am
Christmas at the Drive-In ... Great American Family ... 4am
Saturday, August 9, 2025:
Storyline: Kyra’s dreams of being a jeweler have been put on the back burner, as her demanding job at the Sawyer Country Club is her priority. When a vacant shop becomes available in town, Kyra sees an opportunity to put a plan into action, until she learns that there’s another renter interested in the space. Enter Aiden Sawyer, prodigal son, big-city business magnate and Kyra’s childhood nemesis, returning home to the country club his parents own. As they patch up their past, Kyra and Aiden learn that there may be something more between them than just playful flirting. But when Kyra enters a renowned jewelry contest to raise enough money to outbid the mystery renter, Aiden finds himself in a race against time to make everything right.
Premieres Saturday, August 9, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family
Note: This movie originally premiered in 2021 on the BYU channel. See Alicia's and my reviews below...
Movie Reviews:
🎬 One of a Kind Love is a simple, sweet, family-friendly movie. The film stars Jocelyn Hudon, who is recognizable to Hallmark fans from When Hope Calls, From Friend to Fiancé, and Baby, It’s Cold Inside. Jocelyn portrays the very likable girl-next-door sort of character, Kyra, who dreams of being a jewelry designer and owning her own shop in town. In the meantime, she works at the local country club and sells her jewelry designs in her father’s antique shop. Just as she’s about to make plans to acquire the space for her own store, the son of the country club owners, Aidan, who is a wealthy business man used to traveling around the world and making deals by the minute, returns home and makes his own bid on the property and begins to steal Kyra’s heart, as well. Can they work it out before it’s too late? I think you’ll enjoy this happy ending. ~Net
🎬 I watched several of the new movies you told us about on BYUtv, Net. One of a Kind Love, Seasoned with Love, and You May Kiss the Bridesmaid all completely charmed me! Somehow, for me, they were more real and natural and engrossing. Glad to know I'm not just broken and unable to enjoy our wonderful, pleasant, cheesy movies anymore! ;-) ~Alicia
Saturday, August 9, 2025:
Storyline: Struck by the sudden death of her husband, Faith (Paula Patton) spirals out of control and loses her trust in God. But with the unwavering support of her family, pastor and close friends, Faith starts to find her way out of the darkness and into the light, rebuilding her life one step at a time.
Premieres Saturday, August 9, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime
The Christian radio station KLove promoted the film Finding Faith when it premiered early in theaters.
I found this movie review on YouTube from someone who caught an early screening, so I thought I would share it with all of you...
Movie Review:
🎬 I attended the movie screening in Santa Monica, CA, on May 13th. This is a fantastic film about having it all, including a nice home, marriage, and family, only to lose it all, fight back, and find redemption. Paula Patton did an outstanding job as "Faith!" So did the others in the movie. It should be required viewing for churches, as the movie is a sermon in itself. Hopefully, the faith-based community will rally around this film and go in droves as a church outing. ~Eric C.
*CAUTION* Please Note: Based on the movie's promo (see here), Finding Faith will contain some adult content. Viewer discretion is advised.
Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!
In case you missed it, you can see mine and Alicia's reviews above for One of a Kind Love.
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner premiered on the Hallmark Channel last week, and this weekend the mystery will air twice on Hallmark Mystery, premiering on the channel Friday at 8pm/7c. and encoring Sunday at 6pm/5c.
Please note: I haven't seen Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner or Finding Faith. If you'd like to post a review on whether these films are family-friendly, please share in the comments below.
Have a Blessed Weekend, Everyone!
Net
☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT ☀️
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."
~Proverbs 3:5-6
