Great American Family's April 2025 Movies, New Series, & Special Holiday Programming

This April, Great American Family will honor the Easter season with heartfelt films, season 2 of the inspirational series When Hope Calls, and faith-filled holiday specials.

In a previous post, I shared Great American Media's press release for their upcoming April programming. Below you will find a more detailed look at each movie/show.


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When Hope Calls

Premiere Date: April 6, 2025

(begins streaming on Great American Pure Flix - April 3, 2025)

Click here for more images and episode details.



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The Passion Play LIVE from Shepherd Church, Los Angeles

Details via Great American Media: The Passion Play is an inspiring retelling of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Experience the power of the gospel shown like never before. The Passion Play is a dramatic stage and musical production that examines the timeless events surrounding the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Air Date: Good Friday, April 18 (3:45p ET/2:45p CT).


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Forty-Seven Days With Jesus

Starring Yoshi Barrigas and Catherine Lidstone

Details via Great American Media: In Forty-Seven Days With Jesus, a disconnected family finds hope and unity through a cinematic retelling of Jesus' final 47 days on Earth.

Premiere Date: Saturday, April 19 (8p ET)



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Faith of Angels

Starring John Michael Finley, Cameron Arnett, Kirby Heyborne, and Charlotte Hemmings

Details via Great American Media: A stranger receives mysterious callings compelling him to search for a boy lost in an abandoned mine. (Based on a true story.)

Premiere Date: Saturday, April 19



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What a wonderful gift Great American Family is giving to us viewers at Easter time to share the true meaning of this Holy Holiday - the resurrection of Jesus!

It is encouraging to see GAF air inspirational programming along with the network's family-friendly films and series. Please stay tuned for more details.

Happy Easter Season
and blessings to you all,

Net

INSP's April 2025 Stunts and Specials Includes *Keep the Faith: Easter Sunday Event* with Dennis Quaid Film and More

INSP has released its programming for April, which includes network movie premieres and exclusives. As mentioned in the title above, the network is also celebrating Easter with a special "Keep the Faith: Easter Sunday Event" on Resurrection Sunday, April 20th.


Network Movie Premieres:

On a Wing and a Prayer, starring Dennis Quaid and Heather Graham: An amazing true story—when their pilot dies mid-flight, a father attempts to safely land the small plane and save his entire family.

A Distant Trumpet, starring Troy Donahue, Claude Akins and Suzanne Pleshette: When a West Point graduate travels to Arizona to join a cavalry outpost, he finds a fort full of unruly soldiers. He must prepare them to face a looming Apache attack, while distracted by his commanding officer’s wife.

Concrete Cowboys, starring Tom Selleck, Jerry Reed, Morgan Fairchild and Claude Akins: When two lively cowboys from Montana are set up by a crooked sheriff, they wind up on the run. After arriving in Nashville, the two open a detective agency together and are soon hired to prevent the kidnapping of a country singer.

Count Three and Pray, starring Van Heflin, Joanne Woodward and Raymond Burr: A Civil War veteran, with a salty reputation, returns to his troubled town a changed man. While many test his new faith, he struggles to remain a man of peace and dedicates himself to rebuilding a local church and deal with the local single ladies.

The Command, starring Guy Madison, James Whitmore and Joan Weldon: A refined Army doctor must learn to kill instead of healing. When the leader cavalry unit is killed by Indians, the doctor is obligated to take command and lead his men as they guard a wagon train on a desperate journey through Indian territory.

Tomahawk, starring Van Heflin, Yvonne De Carlo and Rock Hudson: As the Army builds a road and a fort on territory given to the Sioux by a treaty, a legendary mountaineer and advocate for Native Americans arrives to fight for the territorial rights of the Sioux. His actions lead to a conflict with the cavalry.


Network Exclusive:

Far Haven, starring Bailey Chase, Amanda Righetti, Bruce Boxleitner, Nancy Stafford and A Martinez: In 1887, Hunter Braddock moves back to Far Haven, Arizona to start over with his two young children, but when his father-in-law is brutally attacked he must take on the corrupt forces strangling the town in order to protect what he loves most.

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On a Wing and a Prayer became available to stream on Amazon Prime in April, 2023. The film also stars Jesse Metcalfe (A Country Wedding, Chesapeake Shores, Harmony from the Heart).

This marks the cable network debut of On a Wing and a Prayer on INSP.




Movie Reviews for On a Wing and a Prayer:

✈ I watched "On A Wing and A Prayer" yesterday, and I will say it was entertaining and kept me watching, but I had to fast forward a lot of scenes. Sadly, a lot of it disturbed me. There were multiple bar/alcohol drinking and bar singer scenes, the wife who was a believer dressed kinda sleazy. The daughters as well. -Concerning the revealing outfits.. I know we see this in our secular chic flicks, but I expected better for a Christian film. Also, the character that Jesse Metcalfe played, he and his girlfriend friend were living together, not married, even after the end, in the epilogue. This was a no for me. Hollywood's version of a Christian movie. Too immoral. I wouldn't feel comfortable showing this to my younger siblings or friends. Sad, I was hoping this would be a good one. ~Abigail

✈ On a Wing and a Prayer – I decided to try this movie, which is marketed as a faith-based film, since it was still available to watch free with my Amazon Prime. In my opinion, there are some intense scenes, some brief language, and casual drinking, which I feel is better suited for a mature audience. The one quick scene I must strongly caution is when Dan, a supporting cast member, drinks too much and meets a woman at a bar. They are very flirtatious with one another, and we are made aware that they leave together, but that’s it. The point of showing this is because this character is typically irresponsible, and the next day, he has one of the biggest missions of his life. I thought Dennis Quaid’s performance as the loving husband and father Doug White was excellent, especially when he had to take over flying the plane with his wife and two daughters on board when the pilot perished mid-flight. Due to other circumstances in his life, Doug was seriously questioning his faith in God. Jesse Metcalfe’s character, Kari Sorenson, is a real-life pilot and flight instructor who is coping with the grief of losing his family previously in a plane crash. Kari is suddenly tasked with trying to help Doug land the plane through a storm and what seems like insurmountable odds. This film has a powerful message about trusting and leaning on God through all situations in our lives and allowing God to use our weaknesses for His Glory. Overall, the meaning behind this film was very encouraging and inspirational. I also enjoyed the music that was chosen near the end, including the “Hallelujah” song and the beautiful old hymn “I’ll Fly Away,” which was sung by Dennis Quaid. I would recommend this film only for a mature audience who enjoys action-adventure. ~Net




Movie Reviews for Far Haven:

🌟 I happened upon this movie late last fall when it was on the Cowboy Channel, which we get as part of our paid-for Friendly TV app. I am not a western-type fan, but from the ads I’d seen for it, it looked like a truly wholesome movie and I knew some of the stars in it from other shows, so was really interested to see what it would be like. Well, I LOVED it. As a Christian myself, it had me sit up and take notice immediately when the main character is quoting some scriptures at the very start of the movie. Very cool! I highly recommend your readers to watch this movie whenever they get a chance. It’s so worth it! And wonderful to fully support movies these days that not only truly wholesome, celebrating high morals and character, but are also well made like this one. ~Anonymous

🌟 I Loved Far Haven, watched overnight on my phone at the Hospital with my patient.

I certainly hope Insp. Channel plans on making it a Series?

Great cast, need more
Bruce❤️
A. Martinez❤️
Nancy, Amanda, Jesse, Drew, Martin, etc.
Loved the kids.
I remember Bailey from a sweet Christmas movie, Shoelaces for Christmas!!

The fact that Hunter((Bailey) kept quoting Scripture from the Bible🙏🙏 was so refreshing and uplifting.

May God shower blessings on each of You🙏🙏 ~Kathy❤Texas

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Well, I hope this information and these reviews help you decide what you'd like to watch this April on INSP!

Blessings to you all,

Net

UPtv's Faith-Filled Easter TV Highlights - Coming This April + New Mystery and Rom-Com Premiere

Every year around Easter time, UPtv releases a schedule of religious and inspirational-themed programming. These are the movies and programs I've learned of, thus far...

Please stay tuned for more additions.

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MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS
Uplifting Bible Movie

Witness the extraordinary life of Jesus, from birth to crucifixion, as seen through the eyes of his mother Mary.

air times:
SUNDAY, APR 13 AT 9:00AM ET
FRIDAY, APR 18 AT 10:00AM ET

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THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
A Grand Retelling of the Epic Story of Moses

The story of Moses, who against impossible odds, leads the Jews out of Egyptian slavery into perilous freedom.

air times:
SUNDAY, APR 13 AT 11:00AM ET
FRIDAY, APR 18 AT 12:00PM ET

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THESE STONES
Award-Winning Series / Series Premiere

Details via UPtv: In this uplifting new series, a young woman, mourning the loss of her mother, finds herself drawn into a supernatural system partnering her with Bible characters and working undercover to help people in crisis today.

Air Date: SUNDAY, April 13, 2025,
All six episodes play.

Episode details via UPtv:

Ears to Hear - Episode 1
A young woman gets drawn into a supernatural system working with undercover Bible characters to help people today. For her first case, the Program pairs her with Courier Aaron (Moses' brother) to help a son reconcile with his dying father before it's too late.

Eyes to See - Episode 2
McKenna teams with Samuel to encourage an over-protective mother to let her adult son with Down Syndrome reintegrate into society. The case introduces McKenna to a kind (and handsome) 9-1-1 operator who receives calls from the woman's son when all he wants is a friend.

Hope Deferred - Episode 3
When the Program sends Abraham's wife Sarah to help an infertile couple, McKenna and Sarah get unexpected guidance from Miriam as to the kind of help they're meant to offer.

Secret Shame - Episode 4
When a talented singer-songwriter resorts to self-harm, McKenna sets Rahab up as a guidance counselor at the young woman's school to unearth the root of the problem.

Force of Habit - Episode 5
McKenna aids Courier Jacob in helping a drug addled reporter who lands on the streets after selling out her sister for a fix. Meanwhile, McKenna's father fights his own substance abuse demons, trying to cope with the loss of his wife.

No Greater Love - Episode 6
As much as McKenna pleads for the Program to help her father, McKenna is stunned when a very special Courier is been appointed to help her instead. Before McKenna can move forward with life, she must face the part she played in her mother's tragic death.



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The Thorn

"The Thorn" is a theatrical portrayal of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, combining martial arts, aerial acrobatics, and emotional performances.

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

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THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST
Limited Commercial Interruption

Academy Award winning director Mel Gibson offers audiences breathtaking cinematography and the seamless performance of actor Jim Caviezel in an uncompromising film depicting Jesus Christ’s profound courage and sacrifice. The Passion of The Christ dramatically captures the last 12 hours of Christ’s life on Earth, based on the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Air Date: Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at 8pm/7c.



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Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise

After Cheryl’s three-year engagement ends in a devastating breakup, her life is turned upside down when her aunt offers her an escape from Chicago to the Amish town of Sugarcreek. Struggling with being a fish out of water, Cheryl uncovers an unsettling secret that could disrupt the small town of Ohio. As Cheryl begins to solve the mystery, she finds community, belonging and the potential of new love.

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

click here to see press release

Movie Reviews:

🔎 Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise Review.

I’ve always enjoyed the Amish movies this real life couple have filmed, but unfortunately this one bored me. Nothing interesting happened. The mystery itself was easy too. I thought Levi’s excuse for not telling his alibi was weak and thought it was odd when the more mature Amish woman Naomi was lying to the motel manager to sneak into a room. I know we all sin and have our moments of stumble, but it seemed strange to see an adult baptized Amish woman in that way.

It was a very clean family friendly film and it had genuine kind characters, it just really lacked the suspense you need to be a mystery and the acting could be better. ~Abigail

🔎 I completely agree with you on the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries movie. Like you, I am a fan of their other Amish movies. My husband and I have watched them multiple times. They are really good movies. However, I also found their new mystery movie to be quite boring. Nothing really happened. My husband liked it more than I did. The storyline plodded along. We figured out who did it early on. The acting could have been better. The only positive thing I can say is yes it was clean. But that is it. I was so disappointed because I was expecting so much more given how great their other movies have been.~Joan

🔎 Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise – The actors in this movie are all great and it was interesting to watch the amateur sleuthers (as usual) figure out important clues before the police.

Just so you know…this is not the typical murder mystery. This is a missing person case.

Note: I’ve had some people ask me about this. In this movie the Amish people refer to God as Gott. Well, in the Amish community, this is common because they often communicate in the German language, in which Gott means God.

No spoilers here on the mystery… but in the end, I thought it was rather odd who the guilty person was, and I’m still wondering if this person and those who knew about it will face any sort of punishment for the crime of kidnapping. That part of the story was very strange, in my opinion.

Overall, I liked the lead characters, and based on the title being plural, it sounds like there may be more Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries to come. ~Net




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The Love Club Moms: Tory

A publishing powerhouse, Tory, adopts a baby girl. She gives up on dating, besides, she’s busy being a new mom while trying to prove herself as CEO and land a new hot kids author. This prompts the Love Club to help Tory hire Finn, a nanny. But when the truth comes out that Finn was never really a nanny, the Love Club have to convince Tory that despite his lack of credentials, Finn could be the children’s author and partner she was looking for.

Starring: Ashley Newbrough

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

See this movie and all of The Love Club Moms movies - click here.




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UP Faith & Family (Streaming):

Heartland Season 18 - Premieres April 17th

Via UP Faith & Family press release:

UP Faith & Family, the leading streaming service to watch uplifting movies and series all commercial free, will be the first place in the U.S. to premiere Heartland season 18, and the only place fans can stream it until early next year. Beginning Thursday, April 17, the service will add new episodes weekly with a four week break after episode five.

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I'll be adding more to this post as UPtv releases information about the network's Easter programming!

Blessings to you all!

Net