🎄11 ALL NEW CHRISTMAS MOVIE PREMIERES THIS WEEKEND as UPtv & Lifetime join in!🎄 SEE HERE:

Hold on to your Santa hats; on this first weekend in November, we have 11 all-new Christmas movie premieres on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries... and now, starting this Friday and Saturday, UPtv and Lifetime, too!

I'll guide you through all 11 NEW Christmas movies below, give you story details, and the date/time for each movie premiere!

So... get out your checklist... you'll probably want to check it twice! Hope we'll discover some new movies that are joyful and nice!

Here we go...

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Friday, November 4, 2022:

Unperfect Christmas Wish

Storyline: Madison O'Hara performs as a singing elf for Christmas parties with her best friend Cooper, but her real dream is to be a singer-songwriter and to find the perfect man.

Unperfect Christmas Wish

Friday, November 4, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Friday, November 4, 2022:

A Magical Christmas Village

Official logline: “When Summer’s mother Vivian moves in with her and her young daughter Chloe, her orderly existence is upended. Upon arrival, Vivian sets up an heirloom, miniature Christmas village resembling their town, and tells Chloe it grants Christmas wishes. As Chloe begins setting up the figurines, real-life events seem to mimic the scenes she creates. With a little help from the magic of the Christmas village, the family will be brought closer together and just maybe, Summer will learn to open her heart to love again.”

A Magical Christmas Village

Friday, November 4, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 5, 2022:

Christmas in the Pines

Storyline: As an up-and-coming magazine writer and a successful architect battle over ownership of an idyllic Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love.

Christmas in the Pines

Saturday, November 5, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Saturday, November 5, 2022:

A Royal Christmas on Ice

Storyline: Looking to escape his Royal life, a dashing prince comes to the United States to start a business in a small town in upstate New York and winds up falling for a former Olympic ice skater.

A Royal Christmas on Ice

Saturday, November 5, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, November 5, 2022:

Merry Swissmas

Storyline: Alex (Jodie Sweetin) has wonderful memories of Christmas with her best friend Beth (Mikaela Lily Davies), until Beth starts dating Alex’s ex, Jesse (David Pinard). Because she has missed the last few Christmases with family due to her demanding job as an architect, Alex is excited to spend the holidays with her mother, Caroline (Jane Wheeler), who is opening an inn in Switzerland. Much to her dismay, she learns that Jesse and Beth are also visiting for the inn’s opening. When Alex meets Liam (Tim Rozon), a single father and the manager of her mother’s inn, Liam attempts to show her all the Christmas traditions and culture of Switzerland and helps Alex open herself up to love and forgiveness this holiday season.

Merry Swissmas

Saturday, November 5, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime

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Saturday, November 5, 2022:

Lights, Camera, Christmas!

Official logline: “When a holiday rom-com movie shooting in her town needs a costume designer, Kerry, a local shop owner, steps into the role. While working on the movie, she rediscovers her passion for costume design and finds herself falling for Brad, the film’s famous leading man.”

Lights, Camera, Christmas!

Saturday, November 5, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 5, 2022:

A Maple Valley Christmas

Official logline: “Erica is a rancher who has spent her whole life working the family farm with her mother and sister. When Aaron arrives and disrupts her plans, she starts to question what it is she actually wants.”

A Maple Valley Christmas

Saturday, November 5, 2022

at 10pm/9c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Sunday, November 6, 2022:

Christmas Masquerade

Storyline: When Julieanne is mistaken for her glamorous boss at a Masquerade ball by a notoriously aloof businessman, she continues the ruse over Christmas. Will she be able to find real love in the makeshift Fairytale world they’ve created?

Christmas Masquerade

Sunday, November 6, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, November 6, 2022:

Love At the Christmas Contest

Storyline: For as long as she can remember, Angie’s favorite part of Christmas has been the Christmas Eve tree lighting in town square. But this Christmas, her first without her mom, Angie doesn’t feel much like celebrating… until she learns her mom had always dreamed of winning the annual tree decorating contest and seeing her tree lit up in town square. Angie realizes winning the contest and decorating the town’s tree is the perfect way to honor her mom. What Angie isn’t expecting is her high school sweetheart David and his adorable daughter Gabby to enter the contest, too.

Love At the Christmas Contest

Sunday, November 6, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Sunday, November 6, 2022:

All Saints Christmas

Official logline: “Lisette is a popular R&B singer who’s getting ready to travel home to New Orleans for Christmas. When the media mistake a photo of her with her music producer ex as an engagement announcement, her family insists that he join her on the trip.”

All Saints Christmas

Sunday, November 6, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, November 6, 2022:

Well Suited for Christmas

Storyline: Fashion designer Rachel Rocca (Mercedes de la Zerda) lands a spot in a design competition to create a tuxedo for one of the city’s most eligible bachelors, Brett Stone (Franco Lo Presti), for a Christmas charity gala. As Rachel begins to unthread his well-spun public image, she discovers the true reason behind his Christmas charity, and find themselves falling in love.

Well Suited for Christmas

Sunday, November 6, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime

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We certainly have many *NEW* Christmas movie options this weekend. And, yes, I'm still catching up from last weekend. So far, I've watched 4, and somehow, I already feel like I'm behind. How is that possible? Anyone else feel the same, especially with 11 all-new movies coming our way this weekend?

Anyway, I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has shared movie reviews with us, thus far. You are a blessing to so many who visit here.

I have seen Christmas in the Pines, which is premiering this weekend on UPtv, and I can tell you it is a family-friendly film. You can read my full review - here. (Be sure to scroll down to the UPtv movie section.)

If you'd like to check out the 2022 Christmas Movie Reviews shared by It's a Wonderful Movie family members and myself, please visit here.

To see more Christmas movies coming up, be sure to visit the Christmas Movie Schedule.

Disclaimer: Please know when I share a movie, this is NOT an endorsement of any of the actors involved, personally or professionally, with their other TV/film projects.

Please note: I haven't pre-screened ALL of the new Christmas movies airing this weekend. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments. Thank you to everyone who participates in this.

Joyous Blessings to You All, Net

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.

We have seen His Glory, the Glory of the One and only Son,

who came from the Father, full of Grace and Truth."

(John 1:14)

🎄 UPtv's 2022 Christmas Movie Slate Revealed 🎄 See UPtv's Merry Offerings Here:

We have exciting Christmas movie news today from UPtv! This holiday season they are upping their game! UPtv's Christmas programming slate will be bigger than ever - with 17 New Premiere Christmas movies and the return of the series Small Town Christmas and GilMORE the Merrier! Plus, UPtv will have the television premiere of multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner’s King Size Manger Christmas special. See all the details below.

SEE MOVIE REVIEWS - *HERE*!

Press Release via UPtv:

ITS’ UPTV’S 

MOST UPLIFTING CHRISTMAS EVER

BEGINNING NOVEMBER

WITH MORE PREMIERE MOVIES 

THAN EVER BEFORE

UPtv’s Merry Offering is filled with more than 600 hours of Holiday Cheer including 17 premiere movies; the return of the ultimate Thanksgiving week Gilmore Girls binge-a-thon, GilMORE the Merrier; a new season of the unscripted series Small Town Christmas; and the television premiere of multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner’s King Size Manger Christmas Special.

ATLANTA – Sept. 21, 2022 – UPtv, the television home for uplifting entertainment, announced today a super-sized Christmas on the network with MORE original holiday movies, MORE specials and MORE chances to uplift or be uplifted than ever before. This holiday season UPtv will deliver the best in holiday entertainment while also celebrating the people and moments that bring joy.

In addition to 17 premiere movies, UPtv will debut multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner’s King Size Manger Christmas special on Friday, Nov 18, and a new season of unscripted series Small Town Christmas, highlighting Christmas celebrations across small town America. Additionally, annual fan-favorite GilMORE the Merrier is back with this year’s binge-a-thon hosted by Michael Winters who played Town Selectman Taylor Doose on the series. These premieres are part of UPtv’s collection of more than 600 hours of holiday cheer.

“With so many people needing to scale back in different ways this holiday season, we wanted to deliver an abundance of Christmas programming so uplifting, holiday cheer was plentiful for our viewers,” said Hector Campos, vice president, content strategy and acquisition at UPtv. “We are thrilled to provide them with our largest offering of Christmas programming yet that continues to celebrate the true spirit of the season. We have 17 of the very best Christmas movie premieres, the second season of Small Town Christmas, and the premiere of multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner’s King Size Manger Christmas special. Whether Christmas lovers are seeking a cozy romantic holiday escape, an uplifting story, or singing along with their favorite songs, we have a diverse slate with something for everyone this Christmas season.”

UPtv's Most Uplifting Christmas Ever, will have viewers “unwrapping” surprises and delights all season long with:

A sweepstakes that includes a $10,000 cash grand prize + $10,000 donation to a charity of their choice from a list of selected charities. Also includes weekly secondary prize winners

Interactive Merry Movie Christmas Watch Parties every weekend with polls, quizzes and more chances to win Daily surprises ranging from smaller donations and bonus content to special messages from our Christmas stars via a digital advent calendar beginning in December

UPliftSomeone.com, the destination for viewers to recognize those who uplift others, will be the hub for holiday content. We will ask viewers to share videos of themselves uplifting others by surprise and delight gift giving to friends, family, or even strangers, to help spread Christmas joy to those who could use some uplifting spirit this season.

As in previous years, the My UPtv Movies app is available for viewers to download and is especially popular around the holidays to track movie viewing. The tracker app allows viewers to learn more about upcoming movies and series on the network, watch previews and request personalized showtime alerts. Viewers can also “favorite” movie titles to add to a personal collection to easily access them later, set calendar reminders and request notifications or text messages. As an exciting update later this year, the app will allow for polls and giveaways during Merry Movie Christmas airings. Download the app: uptv.com/myapp

In 2021, UPtv’s Christmas Movies reached 18.4 million P2+1 and 4 million viewers2 tuned in to GilMORE the Merrier.

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UPtv’s holiday season programming highlights include:

MERRY MOVIE CHRISTMAS WEEKEND

Unperfect Christmas Wish – Friday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. ET

Madison O'Hara performs as a singing elf for Christmas parties with her best friend Cooper, but her real dream is to be a singer-songwriter and to find the perfect man.

Stars: Alys Crocker, David Pinard


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Christmas in the Pines – Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. ET

As an up-and-coming magazine writer and a successful architect battle over ownership of an idyllic Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love.

Stars: Jillian Murray, Dean Geyer


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Christmas Masquerade – Sunday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. ET

When Julieanne is mistaken for her glamorous boss at a Masquerade ball by a notoriously aloof businessman, she continues the ruse over Christmas. Will she be able to find real love in the makeshift Fairytale world they’ve created?

Stars: Erin Agostino, David Lafontaine


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CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEKEND

The Christmas Retreat – Friday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. ET

When Kim’s boyfriend breaks up with her instead of proposing, her mom whisks her away to a Christmas retreat where she meets the owner’s unemployed brother, Mark. But will they be able to see past the mistakes neither one wants to admit to and let the magic of the season connect them?

Stars: Rhiannon Fish, Clayton James


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A Tiny Home Christmas – Saturday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. ET

In order to save her family's contracting business, Blair reluctantly teams up with her ex-boyfriend and former co-star of a hit home design reality show to build a tiny home for the unsheltered in the community, rekindling old sparks in the process… and just in time for Christmas.

Stars: Rebecca Dalton, Christopher Seivright



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The Picture of Christmas – Sunday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. ET


An aspiring storybook illustrator in Manhattan returns home after inheriting her Grandmother’s Christmas tree farm. Inspired by the magic of Christmas and the farm’s handsome caretaker, she is reminded of the things she once wanted in life.

Stars: Chelsea Hobbs, Giles Panton



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SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS WEEKEND

Josh Turner: King Size Manger Christmas Special – Friday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. ET

Showcasing his unmistakable baritone voice, multiplatinum-selling recording artist and Grand Ole Opry member Josh Turner heralds in the holiday season with his unique interpretation of nostalgic classics and originals from his first-ever Christmas album, King Size Manger, plus an intimate sit-down interview hosted by Lorianne Crook and Charlie Chase.


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The Holiday Swap

Previous Title: The Holiday Switch – Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. ET

When two strangers mistakenly pick up the wrong piece of luggage at the airport, each must use the intriguing contents within to track down the other's whereabouts in time for Christmas.

Stars: Alex Paxton-Beesley, Morgan David Jones


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Christmas Lucky Charm – Sunday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. ET

Every boyfriend Jessica has had found the love of his life right after he dated her. Just as Jessica leans into her unlucky love life and swears off dating for the Christmas season, a handsome gallery owner moves in across the street.

Stars: Sugenja Sri, Adrian Spencer


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Small Town Christmas: The Harvest Special – Elijay, Ga. – Premieres Sunday, Nov. 20 at 9 p.m. ET (Premiere Series)

Hosted and Executive Produced by Inside Edition’s national correspondent and best-selling Author Megan Alexander, each episode takes viewers to a different small town around the country. Through food, drink, music, entertainment and faith, we will highlight local businesses and towns that are making the holiday season special in their own unique way. This episode features all things fall – apples, hay, changing leaves and pumpkins at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm in Elijay, Ga.


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GilMORE the Merrier ultimate Gilmore Girls binge-a-thon
Monday, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m. ET – Sunday, Nov. 27 at 3 a.m. ET

GilMORE the Merrier, UPtv’s annual seven-day Gilmore Girls binge-a-thon of all 153 episodes plus the four movies, is back. This year, the marathon will be hosted by fan favorite Michael Winters as his character, town know-it-all Taylor Doose, along with watch and win trivia questions, special series recaps of all seven seasons, and pop-up trivia sprinkled throughout all four of the Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life movies.


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CHRISTMAS ON THE SLOPES WEEKEND

Christmas in the Wilds – Friday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. ET


Buck and Jessica's merry little Christmas together takes a dangerous turn when their journey through the wild turns into a battle for survival.

 
Stars: Kaitlyn Leeb, Victor Zinck Jr.


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Christmas on the Slopes – Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. ET


After a disappointing restaurant opening and an embarrassing break-up, a celebrity chef takes her first real Christmas vacation. When she wanders into the kitchen at a luxury resort and is mistaken for the sous chef by the handsome but grouchy, head chef, their chemistry sparks a holiday romance. But will everything blow up when the head chef learns the truth about her?

Stars: Olivier Renaud, Soma Chhaya


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Christmas on the Rocks – Sunday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. ET

A ski-lodge event manager's task of hosting a corporate Christmas party goes awry when the resort is cut off by a snowstorm and the hard-to-please CEO turns out to be an old flame.

Stars: Lyla Porter-Follows, Jon McLaren


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Small Town Christmas: Pigeon Forge, Tenn. - Premieres Sunday, Dec. 4 at 9 p.m. ET (Premiere Series)

Hosted and Executive Produced by Inside Edition’s national correspondent and best-selling Author Megan Alexander, each episode takes viewers to a different small town around the country. Through food, drink, music, entertainment and faith, we will highlight local businesses and towns that are making Christmas special in their own unique way. This episode highlights the Christmas magic at Dollywood.


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CHRISTMAS UNDERCOVER

A Royal Christmas Match – Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. ET


Princess Camille travels to America to create a cross-cultural college exchange program and falls for Professor Rhett. But when she discovers he was hired by her father to escort her, aka babysit her, she wonders if he cares more about her or his career.

Stars: Jordana Largy, Matthew MacCaull


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Santa’s Got Style – Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. ET


When department store executive Madison is charged with coming up with a fresh idea for the holiday season, she decides that instead of a classic Santa, this year they would hire a young Santa with lots of fashionable styles. But when she has difficulty finding the perfect model, her long-time best friend Ethan (who has been in love with her for years) throws on a beard and disguises himself as the Santa of her dreams.

Stars: Franco Lo Presti, Kathryn Davis


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Small Town Christmas: North Pole, Alaska - Premieres Sunday, Dec. 11 at 9 p.m. ET (Premiere Series)

Hosted and Executive Produced by Inside Edition’s national correspondent and best-selling Author Megan Alexander, each episode takes viewers to a different small town around the country. Through food, drink, music, entertainment and faith, we will highlight local businesses and towns that are making Christmas special in their own unique way. This episode takes place in North Pole, Alaska, and features the Santa Claus House and the world’s tallest Santa Claus statue.


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SAVING CHRISTMAS WEEKEND

Sappy Holiday – Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. ET

Stranded in a small town after her car breaks down, Joy meets the charming James, a local trying to save his family’s maple farm.

Stars: Vanessa Sears, Jon McLaren


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An Eclectic Christmas – Sunday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. ET

When a small-town vintage store owner leaves instructions in her will for inventory to be distributed as Christmas gifts, her out-of-town niece seeks help from a handsome local in identifying recipients from the clues provided.

Stars: Hannah Gallway, Jeremy Walmsley


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Small Town Christmas: Frostburg, Md. - Premieres Sunday, Dec. 18 at 9 p.m. ET (Premiere Series)

Hosted and Executive Produced by Inside Edition’s national correspondent and best-selling Author Megan Alexander, each episode takes viewers to a different small town around the country. Through food, drink, music, entertainment and faith, we will highlight local businesses and towns that are making Christmas special in their own unique way. Frostburg, Md. is a storybook town come to life. For the past 15 years, the local college students dress up as Elves and compete in Christmas cookie toss, snowball fights, Christmas tree relay, “Elfaoke” and more to support a charity in the “Elf Olympics.”


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SNOWED IN CHRISTMAS WEEKEND

The Snowball Effect - Saturday, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. ET


Rival meteorologists tracking a massive snowstorm in the town of Mistletoe must work together to get home in time for Christmas.

Stars: Anjali Khurana, Landon Moss


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Christmas in Wolf Creek - Sunday, Dec. 25 at 7 p.m. ET

When a runaway reindeer threatens the annual Christmas play, a struggling couple must work together to save Christmas for the town and each other.

Stars: Nola Martin, Tim Rozon


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1Nielsen, L7D, Christmas Movies 11/5/21-12/25/21 Total Day M-Su-6a-6a, P2+, Reach 1 min qual.

2 Unduplicated reach P2+ 11/22-11/28/21 M 10:00am – Su 3:00am

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Oh my goodness... so many wonderful movies are coming our way from UPtv! Which movie are you looking forward to seeing during UPtv's Christmas movie event? So many look good to me, including Christmas Masquerade, A Royal Christmas Match, The Picture of Christmas, and more! Please share your movie picks in comments below.

I have seen Christmas in the Pines and Christmas in the Wilds - both films are family-friendly!

I'm also looking forward to Josh Turner's musical special - since it will focus on the true meaning of Christmas!

Joyous Blessings! Net 🎄

2 Months until Christmas, Plus News on 2 Christmas Movies!

For those of us who've been wondering about the movie, CHRISTMAS IN THE WILDS, the sequel to the movie, Romance in the Wilds, that recently premiered on UPtv... news has been revealed through wrap.com.

Wrap is reporting: "Fox Nation, one of Fox News Media’s three streamers, is celebrating an “All-American Christmas” this year with the release of two new Christmas Movies. “Christmas in the Wilds” and “Christmas in the Pines” will both be available exclusively on the platform beginning on Thanksgiving, which falls Nov. 25."

If you are interested in signing up for FOX NATION, you can currently get 35% off with the promo code: "Celebration."

I know this news is kind of a bummer for those of us who were hoping UPtv would get the "Romance in the Wilds" sequel. However, in addition to the streaming option, both movies are also available on DVD.

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Starring: Jillian Murray and Dean Geyer

Story synopsis: As Ariel, an up-and-coming magazine writer, and Mark, a successful architect, battle over ownership of an idyllic Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment and INSP Films. It is *Dove Approved* for All Ages.

Click Here to to Order from Amazon

"Christmas in the Pines" DVD

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Starring: Kaitlyn Leeb, Victor Zinck Jr., Melinda Shankar, and Laura Vandervoort

Story synopsis: Jessica, Buck, and the Thompson family from Romance in the Wilds return in an exciting holiday sequel. Buck and Jessica’s merry little Christmas together takes a dangerous turn when their journey through the wild turns into a battle for survival.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment, Brain Power Studio, and INSP Films. It is *Dove Approved* for All Ages.

Click Here to to Order from Amazon

"Christmas in the Wilds" DVD

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Today, OCTOBER 25th, also marks 2 months until CHRISTMAS DAY! Here at It's a Wonderful Movie, we mark every 25th of the month, all throughout the year, with a Christmas movie. There are some great options today...

Hallmark Channel:

Christmas Scavenger Hunt
A Very Merry Mix Up
Coming Home for Christmas
My Christmas Love
The Mistletoe Secret
On the 12th Date of Christmas


Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:

A Nutcracker Christmas
Holiday Engagement
Magical Christmas Ornaments
Our Christmas Love Song
A Christmas Love Story
Marry Me at Christmas



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Happy Christmas Movie Watching!

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Where to Watch & Stream "Christmas in the Rockies" & More Movies this Christmas!

I recently received this information below via Imagicomm Entertainment on where their Christmas movies can be seen this holiday season, and I wanted to pass the details on to you! Some of the titles below are also newly available on DVD... see more on that below.

Imagicomm Entertainment Christmas Movies:

Christmas in the Rockies: After her father is hurt in a timber accident, Katie Jolly (Kimberly-Sue Murray – Crimson Peak, My Perfect Romance) must enter a lumberjack competition to save her family’s business. But when the paramedic (Stephen Huszar – The Flash, Supernatural) who saved her dad’s life also joins the contest, a romance sparks just in time for Christmas.

Available on Fox Nation. Available for DVD purchase at Amazon and Walmart; and on Digital HD on Vudu, iNDEMAND, DirecTV, Dish, iTunes and Christian Cinema. (Plus, Christmas in the Rockies will also premiere on UPtv this Christmas!)




Christmas on the Range: Kendall (Erin Cahill – Saving Grace, Last Vermont Christmas) has just one holiday wish: to keep the family ranch solvent, even though a callous neighbor (A Martinez – Longmire, Santa Barbara) wants her land. When a stampede threatens to wipe out everything she’s worked for, her rival’s son (Nicholas Gonzalez – The Good Doctor, How to Get Away with Murder) offers help… And maybe more. But can he be trusted?

Available on Fox Nation and Vudu.




Christmas on the Coast: New York romance novelist Dru Cassadine (Julie Ann Emery – Fargo, Major Crime) is desperate after a string of flops. With her publisher about to drop her, she has just weeks to turn out a bestseller. To spark her creativity, Dru retreats to her coastal hometown for the holidays. When handsome local widower Brysen Flynn (Burgess Jenkins – Parenthood, The Division) enters her life, raw fiction turns to real romance on the Southern shore… with an unexpected twist no one saw coming.

Available on Fox Nation and IMDb TV.




Christmas in the Smokies: Clinging to the only life she’s ever known, Shelby (Sarah Lancaster – The Judge, Chuck), a headstrong woman, along with her loving parents, finds herself on the verge of losing her family’s berry farm in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. When a former love (Alan Powell – Nashville, Quantico) returns to town to reconnect with the hometown values and the love he left behind, Shelby finds herself caught between his affections and her devotion to the family farm.

Available on DVD at Amazon and on Fox Nation and IMDb TV.





Christmas in the Pines: As Ariel (Jillian Murray – Code Black, Prescription for Love), an up-and-coming magazine writer, and Mark (Dean Geyer – Glee, Terra Nova), a successful architect, battle over ownership of an idyllic Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love.

Available for DVD purchase at Amazon and Walmart; and on Digital HD on Vudu, iNDEMAND, DirecTV, Dish, iTunes and Christian Cinema.




Christmas in the Wilds: Separated by a blizzard, new couple Buck (Victor Zinck, Jr. – Motive, The 100) and Jessica (Kaitlyn Leeb – Shadowhunters, Degrassi) take on the uncharted wilderness in hopes of reuniting for their first Christmas together. But as their adventure becomes a battle for survival, they realize how far they’re willing to go for love.

Available for DVD purchase at Amazon and Walmart; and on Digital HD on Vudu, iNDEMAND, DirecTV, Dish, iTunes and Christian Cinema.




I want to say a special thank you to my friend, Tina, at Imagicomm Entertainment, for providing this information. Stay tuned for more details on these Christmas movies!

Besides streaming, you can also find these movies on DVD:

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"Christmas in the Rockies" and More Christmas DVD Releases! SEE HERE:

Tis the season for Christmas movie DVD releases - and finally we are seeing some holiday DVDs that aren't Hallmark. Get our your wish lists to see if you can check one of these movies off your list! Or, maybe you can add a few new ones!

Starring: Kimberly-Sue Murray and Stephen Huszar

Story synopsis: After her father is hurt in a timber accident, Katie Jolly must enter a lumberjack competition to save her family business. But when the paramedic who saved her dad’s life also joins the contest, a romance sparks just in time for Christmas.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment, Brain Power Studio, and INSP Films. It is *Dove Approved* for All Ages.

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"Christmas in the Rockies" DVD

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Starring: Jillian Murray and Dean Geyer

Story synopsis: As Ariel, an up-and-coming magazine writer, and Mark, a successful architect, battle over ownership of an idyllic Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment and INSP Films. It is *Dove Approved* for All Ages.

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"Christmas in the Pines" DVD

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*This is a DVD RE-RELEASE.

Starring: Sarah Lancaster, Barry Corbin, Alan Powell, and Jill Wagner

Story synopsis: Clinging to the only life she’s ever known, a headstrong woman (along with her loving parents) finds herself on the verge of losing her family’s berry farm in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, to an impending retail expansion.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment and INSP Films. It is *It's a Wonderful Movie* Approved - family friendly for all ages!

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"Christmas in the Smokies" DVD

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Starring: Kaitlyn Leeb, Victor Zinck Jr., Melinda Shankar, and Laura Vandervoort

Story synopsis: Jessica, Buck, and the Thompson family from Romance in the Wilds return in an exciting holiday sequel. Buck and Jessica’s merry little Christmas together takes a dangerous turn when their journey through the wild turns into a battle for survival.

*This movie is from Imagicomm Entertainment, Brain Power Studio, and INSP Films. It is *Dove Approved* for All Ages.

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"Christmas in the Wilds" DVD

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Starring: Paniz Zade and Adrian Spencer

Story synopsis: Emily is trying to get home for Christmas and encounters one problem after another. She meets Simon, a fellow traveler, who helps her a few times and they eventually join together in an effort to get to Seattle.

*This movie is from Brain Power Studio. "Dashing Home For Christmas" first premiered on UPtv in 2020. It is *It's a Wonderful Movie* Approved - family friendly for all ages!

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"Dashing Home For Christmas" DVD

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Hope you enjoyed seeing these recent DVD releases. I am grateful to see these family friendly movie options, and I hope we see many more. Until then, for even more recent Christmas movie releases on DVD - Click Here!

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