🚜❤️ Fresh Off the Farm:: NEW Poster Released for 'Grounded in Love' Starring Danica McKellar & Trevor Donovan

( image: Great American Media - click to enlarge ) 

Great American Family just released this heartwarming new poster for their upcoming original movie, 'Grounded in Love,' and I couldn’t resist sharing it with y’all!

As a country girl myself, the farm setting in the poster immediately captured my heart with the red barn, stacks of hay, the old-fashioned windmill, and that peaceful country charm. It just feels like home to me. Perhaps, some of you feel the same!

When the movie airs...

'Grounded in Love' will first premiere on Great American Pure Flix starting Thursday, August 7th. Then, you can catch it on cable when it airs on Great American Family, Saturday, September 27th, at 8 p.m. ET.

Here’s the sweet storyline Great American Media shared: "'Grounded in Love' follows Annie (Danica McKellar), a NYC flight attendant whose life is upended by a career setback and breakup. Seeking clarity, she returns to her grandmother’s Kentucky farm, where reconnecting with childhood friend Jake (Trevor Donovan) helps her rediscover faith, family, and a love that’s truly grounded.✨"

I love that the title 'Grounded in Love' has so many layers of meaning, just like Danica briefly shared during their recent Facebook Live. Grounded refers to her character, a flight attendant, who’s spending some much-needed time back on solid ground. It also speaks to the setting as Annie returns to her roots on the family farm. And even more beautifully, grounded reflects the emotional journey both Annie and Jake take as they become more grounded in their faith, their feelings, and the life they’re meant to live.

Be sure to look for this movie in September on Great American Family! I'll also be sharing other movie premieres coming in September... so stay tuned!

Blessings,

Net

🍁 Welcome Fall, Y'all, And New Movie Premieres 🍁 SEE HERE:

Happy Weekend, Everyone!

Even though we've had a lot of Christmas movie news lately, we are presently saying goodbye to Summer and officially welcoming in Autumn, as the new season arrives Sunday, September 22nd!

Our weather has felt more like Summer lately with temps in the 90's! Are you all still experiencing hot weather, too?

To make it feel more like Autumn, grab a pumpkin spice latte, a warm apple cider, or your favorite Fall drink and snacks, and enjoy the new movies!

Both Great American Family and the Hallmark Channel will premiere new movies this weekend. See details on those, and I highlight some of the best classic movies airing this weekend below.

Plus, I have some extra fun news for those of you who have Instagram! Keep on scrolling down for details!


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Saturday, September 21, 2024:

Love at the Ranch

Storyline: Sparks fly between a big-city reporter and a ranch owner as she researches the life of the romance novelist that inspired her love for writing.

Love at the Ranch

Premieres Saturday, September 21, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

Note: I have seen Love at the Ranch via some streaming source, and I recall it being a sweet, family-friendly film. It's nice to see this delightful romantic-comedy finally find a home on Great American Family.


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Saturday, September 21, 2024:

Falling Together

Storyline: Natalie (Williams) just relocated to Pittsburgh for work and is eager to become part of her new town. While exploring her surroundings, she comes across the perfect opportunity for involvement and joins the Walk to End Alzheimer's as a volunteer. Meanwhile, at home, her efforts to bring the building residents together as a community have fallen flat, and Mark (Campbell), the prickly super, advises her to leave well enough alone. As the two spend time together while Natalie continues her quest to win over her neighbors, she and Mark become close and a spark begins to grow. But just when it looks like building harmony has been restored, things unexpectedly unravel. Disheartened, Natalie focuses her time and energy on the Walk which just may be the path to healing and happily ever after.

Falling Together

Premieres Saturday, September 21, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Please Note: I haven't pre-screened this movie. If you'd like to share a review, please do so in comments below.


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Programming Notes:

(Highlighting some of the best movie classics airing this weekend)


Great American Family:

Saturday - Prescription for Love, Romance at the Vineyard, The Winter Palace
Sunday - Swing into Romance, The Abigail Mysteries, The Engagement Plan


Hallmark Channel:

Saturday - The Sweetest Heart, The Perfect Catch, His & Hers
Sunday - Winter Castle, Autumn Dreams, A Harvest Wedding, Guiding Emily


Hallmark Mystery:

Saturday - Ruby Herring Mysteries marathon
Sunday - Murder, She Wrote movie marathon


Hallmark Family:

Saturday and Sunday - The Little House on the Prairie marathon honoring 50 years of the series continues throughout the weekend.


Merit Street:

See classic Great American Family movies on Merit Street-
Saturday- Nothing is Impossible, Romance at the Vineyard
Sunday- This Little Love of Mine, Passport to Love


UPtv:

Saturday - Writing a Love Song, Country Hearts, The Cowboy and the Movie Star
Sunday - Love Upstream, Mr. Write



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Something fun...

For those of you on Instagram, be sure to follow (if you don't already) my movie friend, Brad Deiter, on his IG page: @positivelybrad.

Brad recently hosted trivia challenges and interviews for 90s con, which featured stars from Full House, 7th Heaven, Family Matters, Brotherly Love, and other television series, and now he has something special planned for the Christmas season!


Here's the scoop directly from Brad:

"Christmas came early this year!

I am so excited to announce that I will be helping to make your Christmas even more MERRY AND BRIGHT as I am joined by some of your (and my) favorite Christmas movie stars!

Join us here on Instagram live as we discuss their favorite holiday traditions, newest projects, play some trivia, and hear about their favorite charities!

❓Any guesses as to who might be joining me?❓

I will be announcing each guest over the new few weeks (and the dates of each live video). I will also open up the comment section for questions!"



Spoiler Alert!!! Brad gave me an exclusive spoiler that one of the interviews he will be doing is with Jen Lilley, so you'll definitely want to follow him on his IG page, @positivelybrad, to see that and see more surprises coming throughout the Christmas season!

Also, while you are on Instagram, be sure to say hello to me here: @itsawonderfulmovieblog. I just started IG at the end of April, so I'm still learning new things. If you have any special tips, please share!


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I hope you all enjoy the new TV movies this weekend. My DVR is set for both movies, even though I've seen Love at the Ranch. I recall it being an enjoyable watch, so I'm looking forward to seeing it again on Great American Family. Please share your movie pick in comments below.

Falling Together is a movie that highlights Alzheimer's disease. World Alzheimer's Day is recognized every year on September 21st, which is this Saturday. Due to the movie's theme, for some, this movie may be uplifting, and for others, this movie may be difficult to watch. I know many of you who visit here have shared (in comments beneath this post) that you have seen someone in your family or a friend go through this. I have seen the same with someone in my family; it is extremely hard and challenging, but we had special, wonderful moments, too, and I would never exchange that time we shared for anything in this world.

Please Note: I haven't pre-screened the new movie, Falling Together. If you'd like to post a review on whether this film is family-friendly after it premieres, please share in comments.

As we transition from Summer to Autumn...

Have a Blessed Weekend, Everyone,

Net

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way 

you will fulfill the law of Christ."

~ Galatians 6:2

"We who are strong ought to bear with the failings

 of the weak and not to please ourselves."

~ Romans 15:1

"Therefore encourage one another 

and build each other up, 

just as in fact you are doing."

~ 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Plan Your Weekend With Two Special TV Reunions - SEE HERE:

Happy first full weekend of September, everyone!

Whether you love a movie set in the country or the city, the new movies this weekend have you covered.

Both of these new premieres also have two special TV reunions...

Well-known actors Faith Ford and Ted McGinley, who starred together in the TV sitcom series Hope and Faith and two Hallmark movies, The Bridge Part 1 & 2, will once again portray husband and wife in this all-new movie premiere on Great American Family, The Engagement Plan.

From All of My Heart to Crossword Mysteries and more, Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott star this weekend in their 10th movie together, the first 2024 Fall Into Love Hallmark Channel movie, His & Hers!

See details on these movies and more below...


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Saturday, September 7, 2024:

The Engagement Plan

Storyline: In The Engagement Plan, Wade (Schumacher) has a plan for everything! Wade’s plan to propose to his girlfriend, Kayla (Pollini) may be the crowning achievement of plans. With a 3-carat diamond ring in tow and reservations booked at the Waldorf for his parents, Dash and Margot, (LaRue, Nelson) and Kayla’s parents, Ed and Mama Marilyn (McGinley, Ford), Wade marvels at the absolute perfection of his engagement plan. Until his plan hits a dead end on a dirt road, a country road. Kayla changes the plan to have Wade meet at her family’s farm to help her mom and dad, whose cow is expecting a calf any day. Dressed in business best, Wade – a fish out of water – has an unexpected – and definitely an unplanned encounter with a family who is not convinced he is right for Kayla. Then Wade meets her ex-boyfriend who tries to prove it.

 

The Engagement Plan

Premieres Saturday, September 7, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

Movie Review:

The Engagement Plan – This heartwarming film is family-friendly and filled with faith!

Wade, a financial analyst, thinks he has his whole life figured out according to his plan, but when he visits his girlfriend Kayla’s family at their farm, he steps out of his comfortable city shoes, and begins to learn in a deeper way the wisdom in the words from Proverbs 16:9, “A man’s heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.”

While Kayla’s parents aren’t sure if Wade is the right man for their daughter to marry, Wade is determined to prove them wrong.

The setting of this film on a family farm near harvest time is such a beautiful backdrop for this story. It was wonderful to see the way Kayla’s family trusted in and leaned on The Lord, in the big and simple things.

Some of the comedy is a bit silly and, perhaps, outlandish at times, but it made me laugh, so I hope it does the same for you. The faith elements to the story far outweigh any of the silly antics.

The entire cast is excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing veteran actors: Eva LaRue, Judd Nelson, Faith Ford, and Ted McGinley portray Wade and Kayla’s parents. Since Faith and Ted have worked together before, on the sitcom “Hope & Faith” and the movies: “Karen Kingsbury’s The Bridge,” Part One and Two, it was plain to see their natural ease with portraying husband and wife. I was also touched by the biblical wisdom they imparted to both Kayla and Wade.

The lead actor, Jack Schumacher, who portrayed Wade, was, in my opinion, the star of the movie. Whether he was humorous or serious, his performances were excellent throughout. My favorite scene of Jack’s was a quiet moment of reflection and rejection where he talks to God as he's looking around the farm and quotes from the 23rd Psalm, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want… He maketh me to lie down in green pastures… He restores my soul.” Wade freely admits at a low moment in his life he needs his soul restored.

“The Engagement Plan” is a lighthearted, uplifting, and inspiring movie ideal for all ages. I pray it encourages many to grow and flourish in their faith. ~Net


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Saturday, September 7, 2024:

His and Hers

Storyline: Married couple Dana (Chabert) and Mark (Elliott) are high-powered lawyers at two separate New York City law firms. They soon find themselves on opposing sides of a messy divorce between two reality stars, Sammy and Brett. When both clients are unable to compromise, Dana and Mark are headed for a courtroom showdown that results in tensions infiltrating their otherwise happy household.

His and Hers

Premieres Saturday, September 7, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

If you love Lacey Chabert and Stephanie Bennett's fashions seen in "His and Hers," you can find them at It's a Wonderful Lifestyle.



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Programming Notes:

Great American Family:

*In addition to the new premiere Saturday night, classic movies will air both Saturday and Sunday, with a Pure Flix movie marathon on Sunday, September 8th, beginning at noon, EST.

Pure Flix Marathon on Sunday:

Mr Manhattan - 12pm
God's Country Song - 2:15pm
Nothing is Impossible - 4:15pm
Finding Faith - 6:15pm
Divine Influencer - 8:15pm
The Engagement Plan - 10:15pm




Hallmark Channel:

Classic movies airing this weekend include: Moonlight in Vermont, The Magic of Lemon Drops, Valentine Ever After, Retreat to You, Blind Date Book Club, The 27-Hour Day, and As Luck Would Have It.




Hallmark Mystery:

A marathon of Garage Sale Mystery movies airs Saturday and Sunday.

Hallmark Family:

Classic movies airing this weekend include: J.L. Family Ranch: The Wedding Gift, After All These Years, The Memory Book, Love Under the Rainbow, Warming Up to You, All for Love, Anything for Love, and more

UPtv:

UPtv is Serving Up a Romantic Movie Marathon this weekend with these movies: Love is a Piece of Cake, Mixed Baggage, Love in Wolf Creek, The Secret Sauce, Sweet on You, Sweet as Pie, and more!


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I hope you all enjoy the new movies this weekend. Once again, I highly recommend the Pure Flix offering this weekend, "The Engagement Plan," airing on Great American Family. Please see my review above.

I'm also looking forward to seeing "His & Hers" on the Hallmark Channel; I'm hoping it will be another great addition to the Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott list of movies!

Have a great weekend, everyone! If you're still experiencing the sizzling Summr heat, I pray you can keep cool. I know some of you have had dangerous triple digits, which is rather miserable. We've had a mix here lately in the Midwest, so it's been nice to get a little taste of Fall. The air conditioner is off today, and I even had a blanket wrapped around my shoulders as I typed some of this weekend post this morning. Autumn is coming... I can feel it easing our way... slowly but surely!

Blessings on your weekend!

Net

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Shining His Light:

Jesus said, “I have come into the world as a light, 

so that no one who believes in Me 

should stay in darkness.”

-- John 12:46

Great American Family Announces Fall-Themed Movie Premiere, "The Engagement Plan" 🎃 SEE HERE:

PRESS RELEASE:

NEW YORK — Great American Pure Flix, the leading destination for faith & family streaming content, announced the World Premiere of Original Movie, The Engagement Plan, starring Jack Schumacher, Ted McGinley, Mia Pollini, Judd Nelson, Eva LaRue, Emily Topper, Eric Lutz, and Faith Ford, streaming exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, Thursday, August 29 (8 p.m. ET). “The Engagement Plan” debuts on Great American Family on Saturday, September 7 (8 p.m. ET).

In The Engagement Plan, Wade (Schumacher) has a plan for everything! Wade’s plan to propose to his girlfriend, Kayla (Pollini) may be the crowning achievement of plans. With a 3-carat diamond ring in tow and reservations booked at the Waldorf for his parents, Dash and Margot, (LaRue, Nelson) and Kayla’s parents, Ed and Mama Marilyn (McGinley, Ford), Wade marvels at the absolute perfection of his engagement plan. Until his plan hits a dead end on a dirt road, a country road. Kayla changes the plan to have Wade meet at her family’s farm to help her mom and dad, whose cow is expecting a calf any day. Dressed in business best, Wade – a fish out of water – has an unexpected – and definitely an unplanned encounter with a family who is not convinced he is right for Kayla. Then Wade meets her ex-boyfriend who tries to prove it.

The Engagement Plan is executive produced by Jim Ameduri, Kendall Baldwin, Michael Scott, David A. R. White, and Anna Zielinski. Produced by Brenton Earley. The Engagement Plan is directed from an original screenplay written by Jim Frye and Luke Cheeseman.

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ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN PURE FLIX
As the streaming service of Great American Media, Great American Pure Flix provides quality family-friendly programming that celebrates faith, family, and country. With affordable flat-rate pricing, families can stream a prolific offering of unlimited movies and shows on demand. Great American Pure Flix features inspiring, uplifting, and entertaining content the entire family can enjoy together, with new original and exclusive titles added every month. New customers can enjoy a 7-day free trial by visiting GreatAmericanPureFlix.com.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY
Great American Family is America’s premiere destination for quality family-friendly programming, including original holiday movies, rom-coms and fan-favorite series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Family is home to year-round seasonal celebrations including Great American Christmas, the network’s signature franchise featuring holiday themed movies and specials. Founded in 2021, Great American Family is part of the Great American Media portfolio of brands.

FOLLOW GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY:

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Facebook: @greatamericanfamily
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Promo Video:




The movie's Fall look, with its rustic turning leaves, pumpkins, and harvest season on this country farm, makes it ideal for its premiere on Great American Family just weeks before it's officially Autumn.

Reminder: “The Engagement Plan” debuts on Great American Family on Saturday, September 7 (8 p.m. ET).

Blessings,

Net

Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott Reunite For Hallmark *Fall into Love* Movie 🍁🍃 SEE HERE:

image via: Hallmark Media

I have WONDERFUL news for fans of Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott in the All of My Heart and Crossword Mysteries series...


Hallmark Media Press Release:

HALLMARK’S BELOVED ON-SCREEN COUPLE

LACEY CHABERT AND BRENNAN ELLIOTT REUNITE IN

HIS & HERS (wt)

A NEW, ORIGINAL MOVIE SET TO BEGIN PRODUCTION FOR PREMIERE

DURING HALLMARK CHANNEL’S 2024 FALL INTO LOVE PROGRAMMING EVENT

Movie Marks Chabert’s Third Hallmark Project in 2024 Joining

Previously Announced Unscripted Series Celebrations with Lacey Chabert and

Her 15th Hallmark Holiday Movie, The Christmas Quest

STUDIO CITY, CA – June 10, 2024 – Hallmark Channel announced today that production is set to begin on His & Hers (wt), a new, original movie starring Lacey Chabert (Haul out the Holly, Mean Girls) and Brennan Elliott (Ms. Christmas Comes to Town, The Gift of Peace). Set to premiere later this year during the network’s annual Fall into Love programming event, the movie reunites Hallmark’s beloved on-screen couple Chabert and Elliott for the 10th time since their first on-screen pairing back in 2015.

This movie marks Chabert’s third project coming to Hallmark this year, joining her previously announced new aspirational unscripted series, Celebrations with Lacey Chabert, and The Christmas Quest, Chabert’s 15th holiday movie set to premiere during Hallmark Channel’s juggernaut Countdown to Christmas programming event, celebrating its 15th year.

“We are so excited to reunite Hallmark’s perennial fan-favorite Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott in this all-new movie. Three years having past since they’ve appeared together on screen, this witty and playful romcom will showcase their undeniable chemistry – a treat for our Hallmark viewers,” said Ayse Francis, Director of Programming, Hallmark Media.

Married couple Dana (Chabert) and Mark (Elliott) are high-powered lawyers at two separate New York City law firms. They soon find themselves on opposing sides of a messy divorce between two reality stars, Sammy and Brett. When both clients are unable to compromise, Dana and Mark are headed for a courtroom showdown that results in tensions infiltrating their otherwise happy household.

“A chance to reunite with my dear friend, Brennan Elliot and bringing these stories to the audience together is always such a joyful experience. I hope the fans enjoy these new characters!,” Chabert enthused.

“I have been so blessed and lucky to have been able to star in 10 films with Lacey Chabert! She is a great friend, and collaborating with her on screen has been one of the most treasured and impactful joys of my career,” Elliott remarked.

His & Hers is from His And Hers Productions Ltd. Kristofer McNeeley is executive producer. The movie is produced by Charles Cooper. Robert Murdoch is line producer. Linda-Lisa Hayter directed from a script by Susan Black and Joie Botkin.

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I personally love seeing these two together again! I adored the All of My Heart series, and it's always been my wish for them to do one more set at Christmastime. Maybe one day! In the meantime, I love that they are teaming up again to do this new Fall movie together for Hallmark. I hope it will be just as good as their previous films.

Please share your thoughts in comments below!

Happy movie-watching!

Net

Great American Family reveals their "Great American Autumn" 2023 Fall Movie Lineup 🍁 SEE HERE:

Get ready to fall in love this Autumn on Great American Family with your favorite stars: Trevor Donovan, Jessica Lowndes, Danica McKellar, David Hayden-Jones, Corey Sevier, Merritt Patterson, and more!

Check out all of the movie details below. You'll want to be sure to note new movie titles for some of the movies, too!


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Love Can Surprise You

Also known as: 10 Truths About Love

Starring: Camilla Belle and David Lafontaine

Premieres: Saturday, September 9, 2023

Storyline: Hannah, a thriving romance columnist, thinks she’s got life and love figured out… until her longtime boyfriend unexpectedly breaks up with her. At the same time, Hannah’s editor hires a new writer, Liam, to work with her and give the column a male perspective. The two clash over their approach and sparks fly. To prove himself, Liam offers to help Hannah get her ex-boyfriend back. But, in the process of proving each other wrong, they begin to realize they may be right for each other.

Movie Review:

🍁 Love Can Surprise You – This movie surprised me by being even more entertaining than I thought it would be. The banter between the leads was fun to watch, and I especially loved the scene where they met and he used her office mug by mistake. It was cute how they brought that mug scene back again later in the movie. The chemistry between the leads was good, but my favorite relationship was actually the father and son relationship between Liam (David Lafontaine) and his Dad, Milton (played by one of my faves – Neil Crone, from When Hope Calls). They worked together in the father’s garden, and it was sweet to see the dad giving his son advice about love. Overall, it was an enjoyable movie, not a 10, but still a delightful watch. Maybe it will surprise you, too! ~Net



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Joshua Sasse, director Jo-Anne Brechin and Merritt Patterson.
Photo by Vince Valitutti.

One Perfect Match

Previous title: Haven't Met Yet

Starring: Merritt Patterson and Joshua Sasse

Premieres: Saturday, September 16, 2023

Storyline: A professional matchmaker must choose between her job and her heart when she falls for a client.

Movie Reviews:

❤ One Perfect Match was fantastic! Loved this movie! Great premise, great acting and great chemistry! And a perfect ending! Jennifer R

❤ One Perfect Match is the only movie I watched this weekend. I loved it! The chemistry between Merritt Patterson and Joshua Sasse was amazing. I don't recall seeing Joshua in another movie. It was a sweet story with no stress. It has all the good feels I enjoy. This movie will stay on my DVR. ~kitkat

❤ GAF's "One Perfect Match" is a family-friendly story about a professional matchmaker, Lucy, (Merritt Patterson) who falls for one of her clients, Finn (Joshua Sasse). Their mutual attraction is dampened by Lucy's policy of not dating one of her clients, and Finn's desire to support Lucy's efforts to find him his perfect match. The story drags a little, but Merritt Patterson's performance was outstanding as usual. ~MPT

❤ One Pefect Match was the best movie of not only the night but the weekend. The chemistry between Merritt and Joshua was off the charts.The story was the best Ansley Gordon has another hit. Loved song in the beginning and the at the end. GAC movies are getting better and better. ~Anonymous

❤ One Perfect Match was so sweet! -Maria

❤ Review: One Perfect Match -
Family-friendly? Yes -
Keeper? No
It wasn't hard to figure out exactly where this movie was going after the first meeting between the two leads. And the story was draaaaged out - it could easily have been told in half the time! I mean, how many times did Merritt's character wonder what to do or say something like, "I can't tell him - it's not ethical"?! And how many times did Joshua's character stumble over his words in trying to tell Merritt's character how he feels?! (And maybe it was just this role, but Joshua is not exactly the most dynamic actor.) I love Merritt, but this is one of her weaker movies. (I'm thinking (hoping) "Twas the Text Before Christmas" will be better.) So, way too predictable and too stretched-out for me to recommend it. ~Mark 25


❤ I LOVED One Perfect Match! Was it predictable and the plot has been done many times before, yes, but they did it better than most. Merritt and Joshua's chemistry was off the charts in my opinion and the entire cast rounded out well. I'm not a fan of matchmaking/online dating plots (the real world is not like that and it can be dangerous), so I came into the movie thinking this will probably not go over well with me, but sure enough, it was GOOD. I was smiling during most of the movie and it kept my attention throughout, which is a good thing. :-) ~ Debbie


❤ Hello to all of my friends here! I haven't seen "Come Fly with Me" yet but based on the stellar reviews, it sounds like I will be in for a treat. :-) However, my husband and I did watch "One Perfect Match". Yes, it was a storyline that has been done many times before but there was something about that movie that was magic. Merritt and Joshua were utterly delightful! They has sweet believable chemistry. They both have such beautiful smiles and the camera loves them! Plus, every single supporting actor/actress added so much to the storyline. Everyone was likeable and I had a smile on my face the entire movie. And, to top it all off, there was some nice scenery. All in all, a winner in my book. Definite keeper! One of my favorites so far this year. ~Joan


❤ One Perfect Match – This is a delightful romantic-comedy starring Merritt Patterson as Lucy Marks, a highly sought after Matchmaker who, to her dismay, falls in love with her newest client, Finn Grayson, played by the handsome, Joshua Sasse. Lucy is determined not to cross the ethical line between work and love, which becomes harder and harder to do as she gets to know Finn even more. I liked this movie the first time I watched it, but after a second watch while busy one late afternoon – and the TV happened to be on this in the background, I was drawn instantly in and enjoyed the story even more on the second watch. I love how the intro of the movie led with Michael Buble’s “Haven’t Met You Yet” song. The quality of this movie and the acting is top-notch quality. If you haven’t met or rather watched this family-friendly movie, yet, I absolutely recommend it! ~Net


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Craft Me A Romance

Starring: Jodie Sweetin and Brent Bailey

Premieres: Saturday, September 23, 2023

Storyline: Nicole Borden (Sweetin), the owner of a quaint arts and crafts store called The Crafty Companion, is faced with an ultimatum when the owner of Mitchell’s Art and Craft Supplies (Bailey) tells her she must either sell her store or be forced out of business.

Movie Reviews:

🍁 Craft me a Romance was so sweet! Plus, the 1st new Christmas movie to air on Oct 21 will be: Destined 2: Christmas Once Again! -Maria

🍁 I watched Craft Me A Romance. It was ok, but not something I would watch again. The acting was so flat to me.. Misty

🍁 Craft Me a Romance – This movie definitely gives off that cozy Fall feeling; it’s lighthearted and easygoing, a simple feel-good movie. It’s easy to see the attraction develop between the leads, Nicole and Matthew, but I was a bit surprised to see how quickly he was thinking of marriage, when they had only been on a few dates. It was nice to see some crafting in the movie, but I thought there would be a lot more. Overall, Craft Me a Romance is family-friendly and an enjoyable one-time watch, at least. ~Net



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A Harvest Homecoming

Previous title: Apples, Orchards, and Romance

Starring: Jessica Lowndes and Trevor Donovan

Premieres: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Storyline: In A Harvest Homecoming teacher Drew Granger (Donovan) accepts a temporary substitute job in his old hometown of Chestnut Hollow, Texas, where he meets Aiden, the proverbial new kid at school, desperate for a caring friend. While he would rather have taken a job anywhere else, Drew reconsiders Chestnut Hollow when he meets Lainie Abbott (Lowndes), the new manager of his parents' massive apple orchard and cider mill business, and more importantly, Aiden's mom.

Movie Reviews:

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming gets a perfect 5 stars from me! –Maria

🍁 I did watch "A Harvest Homecoming" all the way through. It was enjoyable but it will be a one-time watch for me. The music was lovely and I liked Trevor and Jessica together but I felt all of the fall decorations were over-the-top. It was too much. Finally, I got excited seeing a commercial for the upcoming Great American Family Christmas movie season. I can't believe it is only a few weeks away. Several of the holiday movies intrigue me. :-) ~Joan

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming - While the movie was lovely and the message was good, Trevor Donavan and Jessica Lowndes didn't seem to have the greatest chemistry. He was more invested in his son than her, which is good that he cared, but a little awkward. And while I loved the fall theme, the decorations were over the top. What 12 year old has fall decorations in their bedroom? The amount of fake leaves handing all over was a bit much. I have to say my favorite actor in the movie was Sarah Fisher. I hope to see more of her in the future! ~Jennifer R

🍁 GAF’s “A Harvest Homecoming” is family-friendly and a heartwarming film featuring a wonderful cast and over-the-top fall decorations. The chemistry between Trevor Donovan and Jessica Lowndes is genuine, and I especially liked the faith-based references throughout the story. I only wished Jessica and Trevor sang a duet together! ~MPT

🍁 I watched A Harvest Homecoming this weekend and it was a sweet movie. I loved all of the fall decor of course, the leaves, the amber colors, the pickup truck, the scenery, everything was beautiful. I think I liked the grandpa’s love story just as much as the main characters, he was so funny trying to impress that lady. Also loved the mom and dad, all the supporting characters were great. All in all great movie with a sweet relationship that blossomed. ~Paula
🍁 I absolutely loved "A Harvest Homecoming" it is family friendly and Trevor and Jessica were adorable! I loved the kid who played Jessica's son in the movie. Plenty of chemistry, and of course loved seeing all the fall foliage. I loved the storyline as well. ~Sarah

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming was okay. ~Namegirl

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming was a disaster. There was no chemistry between Trevor and Jessica. The story was missing something but not sure what. Jessica had a smile pasted on her face the entire time. I love both of these actors but they are not good together. As for the decorations, way too much! It was distracting. I love GAF, but this movie missed the mark for me. ~kitkat

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming was a one time watch for me. Chemistry was off between Jessica and Trevor. I like both actors but not together! And the decorations were hideous...way too many! Looked so fake! ~ Joyce in Carolina

🍁 A Harvest Homecoming – This Great American Family movie is family-friendly, faith-filled, and abundant with fall foliage! In fact, there are so many leaves (faux ones) hung about, that you may have to resist the urge to run to your garage to get your rake. Besides the leaves, which are (as others have mentioned) somewhat distracting, the story itself is sweet and heartwarming. I especially loved the Clark family, who not only ate meals together, but prayed together and sought God’s wisdom for their future. Those were beautiful, special spiritual touches to the film. The chemistry between teacher, Drew Clark (Trevor Donovan), and the mother of one of his students, Lainie (Jessica Lowndes), was a slow burn, but sweet enough for this family-friendly romantic comedy. It was nice to hear Trevor sing, but I wish Jessica, who also has a lovely voice, could’ve joined him. Overall, this is a lighthearted fall movie that I know I’ll enjoy watching again during the Autumn season. ~Net


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Swing Into Romance

Starring: Danica McKellar, David Hayden-Jones and Gleb Savchenko

Premieres: Saturday, October 7, 2023

Storyline: When former dancer Christine Sims (McKellar) temporarily returns to her hometown in time for the town's fall festival, she discovers her family's general store is in trouble. In her efforts to save the business, Christine will need to dust off those dancing shoes one more time, face her ex-fiancė and maybe find love in the process (Hayden-Jones).

Movie Reviews:

🍁 My mini review of Swing Into Romance. Family friendly, funny and fun! The dance scenes were great & David did a great job. The daughter was adorable & I liked how they were working together from the start & not on opposite sides. ~Misty

🍁 So far, the only movie I have watched was 'Swing into Romance'. I liked the movie but I didn't love it as much as I had hoped. David and Danica had great chemistry and the dancing was phenomenal, but for some reason, overall the movie left me feeling empty. I can't put my finger on it but something was missing. ~Joan

🍁 I watched Swing Into Romance tonight and all I can say is “The leaves are back!” I’m sure everyone who hated all the leaves hung from everything in A Harvest Homecoming will just get a kick out of these 😂 looks like they recycled all those leaves for this movie….I was giggling throughout the movie as I saw them from scene to scene at the general store, the kitchen, his office, the dance practice, the bar, all throughout the town….Aside from the decor I thought the chemistry between Danica and David was nice and the daughter was cute. I’m not really into dancing movies so probably a one time watch for me. ~Paula

🍁 Swing into Romance is absolutely FANTASTIC! 😁 Absolutely highly recommend it! -Maria

🍁 Swing Into Romance was just okay for me. To be honest, I didn't like her co-star so this colors my opinion. Danica was fabulous and had more chemistry with Gleb than with David. I do think David was good with his dancing. Danica was better with Victor Webster on Matchmaker Mysteries than anyone else I have seen. ~kitkat

🍁 "Swing into Romance" was such a sweet and enjoyable movie. Leading actors were just great together and the girl playing a daughter was so adorable. I'm usually not into dance movies, but this one I liked very much. ~Oksanka~

🍁 I watched Swing into Romance too, it was pretty good. I didn't save it, but i love the fall feels and love Danica and DHJ together again. Only thing, it seemed hard to see DHJ character hurt, and it bothered me that he kept asking over and over if she wanted her old partner to dance instead. I get wanting to be sure she wins, but it was too much and made him look weak in my opinion. ~Sabrina

🍁 Swing into Romance – I just loved, loved, loved this lighthearted Fall movie from Great American Family! It was wonderful to see Danica McKellar and David Hadyn-Jones together in this. The script was phenomenal, and the way Danica and David brought these characters to life – was really something special! Spectacular!

I think I smiled the entire movie while watching. David, in particular, surprised me, by being so funny; several lines he delivered were mildly funny, but the way he said them, literally had me bursting with laughter.

And the little girl who played David’s daughter, I already adored her from When Hope Calls and A Merry Christmas Wish, but once again, she also shined in this! What a wonderful talent she is! She brought such a joyful sweet spirit to the movie; I loved watching the sweet back and forth bond between father and daughter.

Plus, Danica’s parents were wonderful, as well; several of their scenes together truly warmed my heart. I especially loved the moment when he grabbed her hand and they danced together in the middle of their store where they first met, not knowing if they would be able to keep it, but just glad they had each other. It was truly beautiful!

I can’t leave out in this review how fantastic Danica’s dancing was! She and David were an absolute joy to watch, but when she danced with Alex (played by Dancing with the Stars professional dancer, Gleb Savchenko), all I can say is WOW!!! Those two lit up the dance floor! And even though she and Gleb were awesome, the connection Danica and David had was even more beautiful to watch.

I wasn’t sure how Gleb would do with acting, since he’s a dancer and all, but he played Alex so naturally. He was truly great! I loved the way he and David were competitive with one another. It was really cute.

Swing into Romance is an absolute keeper for me! I loved it all! It truly got me in the spirit for Fall and dancing!

For me, Swing into Romance was the best Autumn movie premiere across all of the networks, and I look forward to watching it over and over again! ~Net


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So many of the new Great American Family Autumn movies look great to me, including: A Harvest Homecoming, One Perfect Match, Swing into Romance, and Mystery By the Book! I'm still getting used to some of the new movie titles.

I was surprised to see that Jodie Sweetin would also be starring in one of the Fall movies. That is certainly interesting; I'm rather curious to know more about that. Based on the movie's poster, it looks like the perfect fall-themed movie with turning leaves, apples, and pumpkins.

Please share which of these movies you are looking forward to seeing this Autumn on Great American Family in the comments below!

Happy movie-watching!

Net

🌟 Trevor Donovan to Star in NEW Movies on Great American Family 🌟 See Here:

Great American Family has announced, via Deadline, some fantastic news today! Actor Trevor Donovan will be starring in upcoming new movies for the network. The first movie is a romantic comedy in which Trevor will go back to school and portray a teacher returning to his hometown in Texas. According to the article, this movie will give Trevor the opportunity to incorporate his "real-life anti-bullying initiative, Upstanders, which is dedicated to creating a support system for students based on treating others with empathy, kindness, and respect."

Trevor Donovan's first movie on Great American Family was the 2021 Christmas movie, Jingle Bell Princess. According to the Deadline article, he will be returning this Christmas for another new holiday film on Great American Family.

In the meantime, here are three of my personal favorite Trevor Donovan movies available on DVD:

Happy movie-watching! 

Stay tuned for more details.

Blessings, Net

Stream these Trevor Donovan films (some are free): Jingle Bell Princess, USS Christmas, Prescription for Love, Love, Lost & Found, Runaway Romance, and Love, Fall & Order.

🎃 Which NEW MOVIE Will You 🍁FALL🍁 For This Weekend? #CiderAndSunsets #PumpkinEverything 🎃 SEE HERE:

Happy Fall Weekend, Everyone! I'm truly getting into the Autumn spirit now. The leaves are turning a soft rustic color, pumpkins seem to be on front porches and in store-front windows everywhere, and we have a bit more chill in the air. Plus, both Great American Family and the Hallmark Channel are premiering fall-themed movies this weekend. See details on these new movies + the new UPtv movie premiere below...


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Saturday, October 8, 2022:

Cider and Sunsets

(Previous Title: How to Find Forever)

Storyline: Marley’s brilliant at organizing other people’s engagements, but unlucky in finding romance herself. When designing her most important proposal yet, the man who could jeopardize it all may be the one who helps find her own love story.

Cider and Sunsets

Saturday, October 8, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, October 8, 2022:

Pumpkin Everything

Storyline: Based on the novel by Beth Lebonte. Amy (Cole) is a novelist who returns to her hometown to look after her stubborn grandfather, Tom (Ironside), and his pumpkin-themed store. While there, she crosses paths with a man (Sevier) from her past.

Pumpkin Everything

Saturday, October 8, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, October 9, 2022:

Infamously in Love

Storyline: A frustratingly micromanaged popstar who dreams of the “ordinary” that life has to offer finds herself torn between her celebrity ex, the machinations of her controlling manager, and a developing romance with a down-to-earth record store owner. Will she gain more autonomy over her life – especially her love life – and start making decisions for herself, or will the celebrity machine be too powerful for her to ever feel even remotely normal?

Infamously in Love

Sunday, October 9, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I'm looking forward to the new Fall-themed movie movies premieres... I'm hoping both are good ones! :)
Also, I wanted to be sure to mention... there's a "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" Marathon on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on Saturday from 1pm - 11pm! And the 9th episode of "Chesapeake Shores" airs Sunday night on the Hallmark Channel. Only one more episode to go after this one. Should be interesting to see how the series ends.

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 have not pre-screened the new movies airing this weekend. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments. 

Happy Fall, Y'all! Blessings, Net

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