♫🎄 Great American Family Drops Trailer and New Premiere Date for Alexa and Carlos PenaVega's New Christmas Movie

I am so excited to share this news with you all today! Alexa and Carlos PenaVega's new Christmas movie, Get Him Back for Christmas, will now premiere at an earlier date than previously announced.

Get Him Back for Christmas will now premiere on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 8/7c. on Great American Family!

This is the real-life couple's second movie with the network. Their previous non-holiday film, Mr. Manhattan, premiered back in August and was well-loved by viewers. Hopefully, this is the start of many more original movies to come! Alexa and Carlos have such a strong foundation in their faith, three beautiful children here on earth and one with Jesus, and a gifted passion for music. I believe their movies reflect the heart of who they are, including their new film this Christmas!

Here's a scoop on the Get Him Back for Christmas storyline, directly from Great American Family:

In Get Him Back for Christmas, up-and-coming singer-songwriter Bella Harlan (Alexa PenaVega) comes home for Christmas and enlists her high-school songwriting partner Jack Grayton (Carlos PenaVega) to craft a song to win back her rockstar boyfriend by Christmas. As the two reunite for the first time in a decade, they embark on a Christmas journey down memory lane, and soon realize true love may be closer than they thought. The heart of the movie centers on Jack’s role with The Salvation Army, and Bella soon finds herself inspired by his devotion and passion to a life of doing the most good. Filled with charming original music and its share of twists and turns, Get Him Back for Christmas demonstrates the importance of never losing sight of the ones who matter the most.

New Trailer:




Alexa and Carlos' new Christmas movie looks like a lot of fun, and it appears there will be an inspirational storyline, as well, about giving to others with The Salvation Army.

Since this movie was shuffled around in the schedule, that means Christmas In Scotland was moved to Saturday, December 21st, and A Royal Christmas Ballet remains in it's time slot, on Sunday, December 22nd, as the last new premiere of the holiday season for Great American Family.

Have a Merry Day, Everyone!

Blessings to you all,

Net🎄

🎄 Great American Family 2024 Christmas Movie Printable Checklist 🎄

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UPDATE: (November 4, 2024) The Great American Family has changed. I have UPDATED the checklist here with the newly revised schedule.

Christmas movies are coming soon to Great American Family; that special time of year is drawing near! If you don't want to miss any of the Great American Family premieres, I have something special for you!

I created a printable Great American Christmas checklist so you can keep track of each new movie premiere throughout the Christmas season.

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I hope this checklist makes your Christmas movie watching even more enjoyable through the Christmas season!

Blessings to you all,

Net🎄

🌟 Great American Christmas 2024 Premiere Dates Revealed - - Look For The Stars You Love This Holiday Season On Great American Family 🌟 SEE HERE

Happy 100 Days 'Til Christmas Day, Everyone!

On this very special day, Great American Family reveals the official premiere dates for their Great American Christmas slate! I can feel the excitement in the air! Can you?

Below are the premiere dates for the previously announced Christmas movies, plus some fun film surprises!

In fact, one of Candace Cameron Bure's past Christmas movies from her previous network has been added to the line-up! Be sure to look for it in the press release below. (Hint: Her co-star is Jesse Hutch!) I think many viewers will be excited to see this classic Christmas movie added to the schedule. I know I am!

Also, Great American Family reveals their Thanksgiving Weekend lineup with I HEARD THE BELLS on Thursday (Thanksgiving Day), A CINDERELLA CHRISTMAS BALL, starring Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice, on Friday, WREATHMAKER CHRISTMAS, starring Kristin Wollett and Casey Elliott, on Saturday, and HOME SWEET CHRISTMAS, starring Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison, premiering on Sunday!

See the full Great American Family Christmas 2024 new movie schedule below...


Press Release via Great American Media:

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

ANNOUNCES PREMIERE DATES FOR

‘GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024,’

HIGH-QUALITY,

ORIGINAL HOLIDAY FILMS

FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

AND STREAMING ON PURE FLIX

MORE FAITH, MORE LOVE,

MORE HOPE —

CHRISTMAS AS ITS MEANT TO BE!

NEW YORK, NY – September 16, 2024 – Great American Media, the leader in high-quality faith and family productions, announced premiere dates for its 4th annual GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS franchise.

Great American Christmas 2024 represents the highest-quality and most faith and family Christmas content of any media company, a true destination for viewers who love the genre. Great American Media has built one of the most robust Original Christmas content libraries in all of entertainment.

Gather with loved ones to embrace the faith, hope, love, and joy of the season as Great American Christmas brings the true spirit of the holiday into homes across the country beginning October 17 on Pure Flix and October 19 on Great American Family.

“Christmas is a time to reflect on what matters most,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “As a brand, Great American differentiates its Christmas offering by remembering the nostalgia of the Christmas classics and why we love them. The timelessness of stories that affirm our faith, the love and joy of being present with family and all those we love, and the hope that the season transcends us all into our best selves. These values are the heart of Great American Christmas, Christmas as its meant to be,” Abbott concluded.

GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY PRESENTS GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024:

UPDATE!

Premiere dates have changed - please see the revised Christmas schedule - *here*



PURE FLIX PRESENTS GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024:

A PARIS CHRISTMAS WALTZ, starring Jen Lilley and Matthew Morrison. A novice dancer, Emma encounters professional dancer Leo whose love for competitive dance is diminishing until a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity presents itself for the dancer and his beloved choreographer to take Emma’s dancing to next level. Premieres Thursday, October 17 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A ROYAL DATE FOR CHRISTMAS, starring Danica McKellar and Damon Runyan. Bella Sparks, runs Bella’s Boutique. When Stefan needs to be outfitted for a week of high-stakes meetings after his luggage goes missing, Bella happily helps before accidentally discovering Stefan is Stefan William Francis Brown, the Duke of Tangford. Premieres Thursday, October 24 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

*TBA SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT – THE BELOVED MOVIE FRANCHISE THAT STARTED IT ALL — A WORLDWIDE STREAMING EXCLUSIVE – Premieres Friday, November 1 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

CATERING CHRISTMAS, starring Merritt Patterson and Daniel Lissing. A struggling catering business lands the Christmas event of the year but will have to cater to the whims of the town’s top socialite. Premieres Thursday, November 7 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

I HEARD THE BELLS, starring Stephen Atherholt, Jonathan Blair, and Rachel Day Hughes. I Heard the Bells is the inspiring, true story behind the beloved Christmas carol and the song’s author, America’s beloved poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Premieres Friday, November 8 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A CHRISTMAS LESS TRAVELED, starring Candace Cameron Bure and Eric Johnson. A local business owner finds an audio cassette in the player of her recently departed dad’s classic red truck. The message instructs Desi to go on a holiday road trip down memory lane where she meets a man who needs her help and who offers help in return. Premieres Thursday, November 14 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, starring Erin Agostino and Harmon Walsh. Juliet pitches Christmas candles to her boss to earn a promotion and enlists the help of a candle store owner who refuses at first but reluctantly agrees when he realizes the money will help make his daughter’s Christmas wish come true. Premieres Friday, November 15 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS WISH, starring Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez. A local mayor discovers his childhood Christmas wishes are coming true. With his childhood friend, the pair can inspire residents to showcase the town’s warmth and values while pushing back a major developer’s desire to take the community in a different direction. Premieres Thursday, November 21 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A KINDHEARTED CHRISTMAS, starring Jennie Garth and Cameron Mathison. A reporter arrives in a small town after hearing miraculous stories of anonymous gifting and generosity and is determined to uncover the kindhearted person who set events in motion. Premieres Friday, November 22 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

CHRISTMAS AT THE DRIVE-IN, starring Danica McKellar and Neal Bledsoe. A property lawyer works to prove her local drive-in is an institution and cannot be closed and then meets the proposed seller, who happens to be the heir to the property. Premieres Wednesday, November 27 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A LITTLE WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS, starring Trevor Donovan, Jen Lilley, Jillian Murray, Laura Osnes, Julia Reilly, Jesse Hutch, and the great, Gladys Knight. A modern retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel. Premieres Thursday, November 28 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A HOT COCOA CHRISTMAS, starring Susie Abromeit and Torrance Coombs. The modern-day reimagining of William Shakespeare’s beloved classic “Much Ado About Nothing” set at Christmas. Premieres Friday, November 29 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

HOME SWEET CHRISTMAS, starring Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison. Two former childhood friends reunite after a beloved family members passes, leaving the future of his magical maple sugar farm in their hands. Premieres Thursday, December 5 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

LET IT SNOW, starring Candace Cameron Bure, Jesse Hutch, and Alan Thicke. An executive evaluates her company’s property and begins to draw up plans for transforming the rustic old lodge into a hot tourist attraction. PremieresFriday, December 6 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

ANGEL FALLS CHRISTMAS, starring Chad Michael Murray and Jessica Lowndes. A devoted doctor with little time for Christmas works a miracle for her patient and finds acceptance and love in the unlikeliest of places. Premieres Thursday, December 12 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

CHRISTMAS IN SCOTLAND, starring Jill Winternitz and Dominic Watters. A New York installation designer helps a small Scottish community create a dazzling light display to win “Best Christmas Village” festival. The designer is forced to work with a wealthy heir who doesn’t like Christmas, though feelings may change if the pair succeeds in creating joy for the community. Premieres Friday, December 13 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

CHRISTMAS IN MAPLE HILLS, starring Emily Alatalo, Bukola Ayoka, Ayinde Blake. A charismatic veterinarian needs to track down the enigmatic owner of her family’s land to preserve its legacy. Premieres Thursday, December 19 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

COUPLED UP FOR CHRISTMAS, starring Sara Canning and Marcus Rosner. Two heartbroken strangers pretend to be dating others to win the affection of their true soulmates. Premieres Friday, December 20 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

A ROYAL CHRISTMAS BALLET, starring Brittany Underwood and Jonathan Stoddard. A retired ballerina is pressed into service working with a visiting team of royal ambassadors to put on the season’s performance of “The Nutcracker” and finds herself center stage in an unexpected Christmas romance. Premieres Tuesday, December 24 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

WHEN HOPE CALLS CHRISTMAS, starring Morgan Kohan, Ryan-James Hatanaka, Lori Loughlin, and Daniel Lissing. The little town of Brookfield is chosen by a national magazine for a Christmas feature which brings the town together to show off collective holiday spirit. Premieres, Wednesday, December 25 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).

DISCIPLES IN THE MOONLIGHT, starring Todd Terry, “County Rescue” star Brett Varvel, and Josh Strychalski. A small group of believers takes up the mission to smuggle the Bible into communities where the government has replaced the original work with a less offensive version. Premieres Thursday, December 26 (8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT).


ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

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I hope you enjoyed this Christmas movie news today from Great American Media.

As of today, Great American Family's Christmas movies will begin in 32 days!

Stay tuned for any more additions and updates!

Have a Merry Day!

Net 🌟

🎄 Great American Family Announces TWO Premiere Dates For Their 2024 Christmas Movie Season 🎄 SEE HERE:

During the premiere of "Love's Second Act" on Great American Family, the network aired two separate promos for their first two Christmas Movie Premieres for the 2024 Christmas movie season!

"CHRISTMAS IN SCOTLAND," starring Jill Winternitz and Dominic Watters, is set to premiere Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 8pm/7c. as the first of 17 original Christmas premieres for Great American Family.

Storyline: A New York installation designer helps a small Scottish community create a dazzling light display to win “Best Christmas Village” festival. The designer is forced to work with a wealthy heir who doesn’t like Christmas, though feelings may change if the pair succeeds in creating joy for the community.

"Christmas in Scotland" has previously aired on streaming sources. Jane, who is a great friend and terrific contributor to It's a Wonderful Movie shared this review:

🎄 Christmas in Scotland. Cute movie. (Watched on Xumo Play app, free on Roku but you just have to endure commercials.) I’ll give pretty much any movie based in Scotland a watch and I loved that this one was filmed locally and we could see authentic scenery and set locations instead of it being somewhere in Canada. The script and the premise are rather lacking and the movie had some typical “eye roll” moments but it also had its share of sweet and warm moments (the hot chocolate game was a cute and unique twist on a Christmas-movie staple) and I appreciated hearing some genuine UK accents instead of Americans faking it. The lead actor was kind of different than the usual leading man but I thought he felt pretty genuine in his role. The lead actress was okay but I didn’t really think she was a perfect fit for a warm fuzzy Christmas role (she has the look of Autumn Reeser but her mannerisms and tone of voice comes off as much less lighthearted than Autumn, in my opinion). I could better see her in a role that is more serious or serious with a side of quirky or light sarcasm; maybe in a mystery movie as the serious detective or the coroner along with a male lead who can provide the touch of lightness and humor and also just a hint of romance. And the two leads didn’t have the greatest of romantic chemistry, it was okay but could have been better with different casting. (Also, I was not crazy that she had a loser boyfriend throughout the movie so it felt weird for her to be falling for another guy, even though the boyfriend was an ocean away.) One cringeworthy element to the movie was the actor that played her father - he was way over-acting to the point of being ridiculous (I’ve seen him in other roles years ago and he wasn’t nearly as horrible as this one; I was actually wondering if he’s had a stroke or something that affected the way he acts?). I’m not a huge fan of Reel One movies, I feel they tend to be a bit low-budget and the sound is usually rather bad, but I’m happy to say this one was good and fun for a one-time watch, for me. Family friendly (except there is a weird, awkward scene at the beginning of the movie where the loser boyfriend briefly says he’s rented them a suite at The Plaza hotel so they could spend Christmas there, implying they’d be sharing the room???). ~~Jane

If you've seen "Christmas in Scotland" and would also like to share a review, please do so in comments below.




The second movie announced was "A CHRISTMAS CASTLE PROPOSAL," starring Rhiannon Fish and Mitchell Bourke.

This Christmas movie will premiere on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 8 p.m./7c.

Storyline: Olivia, a commoner, travels with Prince Alexander to his family’s magical palace, Torovia so their families can spend a first Christmas together. The couple’s plans for a enchanted Christmas are threatened by comedic mishaps caused by cultural differences between the families.

For more details on Great American Christmas 2024 - visit here!

Be sure to stay tuned 

for more movie news!

Net

🎄🎄🎄 Great American Christmas Adds Three Films To Their Holiday Lineup 🎄🎄🎄 SEE HERE:

Great American Media announced today that three additional films have been added to their already impressive Great American Christmas lineup, which includes new talent such as Mario Lopez, Courtney Lopez, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Julia Reilly, and more.

In their press release, they invite viewers to "Cherish the holidays. Joy is coming. Great American Christmas 2024 will soon be revealed."

Here's a closer look at three more movies coming to Great American Family this Christmas...

Jonathan Stoddard and Brittany Underwood on the set of 
A Royal Christmas Ballet - source

A Royal Christmas Ballet

Starring: Brittany Underwood (“One Life to Live,” A Royal Christmas Holiday) and Jonathan Stoddard (A Royal Christmas Holiday, Sweet Maple Romance).

Storyline: In A Royal Christmas Ballet, a retired ballerina is pressed into service working with a visiting team of royal ambassadors to put on the season’s performance of “The Nutcracker” and finds herself center stage in an unexpected Christmas romance. Produced by Hybrid Entertainment. Fred Olen Ray directs from his own Original screenplay.

Eric Guilmette and Ash Tsai in A Shelter and Season’s Greetings - source

A Shelter and Season’s Greetings (wt)

Starring: Eric Guilmette (The Black Box) and Ash Tsai (Journey to Christmas)

Storyline: Eric Guilmette (The Black Box) plays Caleb, an Army vet wounded in service who recovers with the help of therapy dogs from a local shelter run by Amber (Ash Tsai, Journey to Christmas). As a sign of gratitude, Caleb volunteers at the shelter, though he notices one wealthy donor has his eye on Amber. Despite the patron’s help, the shelter needs additional funds to stay afloat, so Caleb produces a holiday pet fair to bring community together. As the pair become closer, Caleb confides a desire to repair the relationship with his parents that became strained after his injury. Amber has the perfect plan! Produced by Candlelight Media. Brian Bough directs from an Original screenplay by Brittany Wiscombe.

The Fabric of Christmas - image via Reel One

The Fabric of Christmas (wt)

Starring: Harmon Walsh (Christmas By Candlelight) and Ferelith Young (A Match for the Prince)

Storyline: Harmon Walsh (Liam Sullivan, Christmas By Candlelight), a firefighter, and Ferelith Young (Amy Walker, A Match for the Prince), a quilting teacher, are drawn together to make the perfect quilt for Liam’s sister Lauren’s (Alia Desantis, Saying Yes to Christmas) Christmas wedding. After a rocky start, the pair is forced to put differences aside and decide what is most important this Christmas. Produced by Reel One. Don McBrearty directs from an Original screenplay by Sarah Mayberry.


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I also wanted to note that "The Fabric of Christmas" is one of those movies that can also be seen via streaming sources. Maria, Florence, Jane, and I have written movie reviews, which you can read below. If you'd like to contribute a review, please do so in the comments beneath this post.


Movie Reviews - The Fabric of Christmas:


🎄 Reel One's The Fabric of Christmas is clean and very sweet. (streaming on Xumo). -Maria


🎄 The Fabric of Christmas - This was a surprise - a low budget movie about a fireman and a quilting teacher joining up to make a Christmas quilt for the fireman's sister's wedding. Sounded like a sure-fire recipe for 90 minutes of boredom! But hey, the two leads Kyana Teresa (Amy) and Harmon Walsh (Liam) both previously unknown to me were perfect together with great chemistry.

It was engaging to se Liam try to keep on top of his burgeoning feelings. It started off nicely with friction between Amy and Liam as he had to fail Amy's premises in a fire inspection and there was a side plot of the business threatened with going under.

The movie was full of warmth and humour and the mechanics surrounding the production of the quilt turned out to be fascinating. A little bit different and an unexpected delight - Florence Rating 8.5


🎄 The Fabric of Christmas. Completely agree with Florence - this was a thoroughly enjoyable movie! I was expecting a low-budget movie with typical audio issues and subpar acting, but this turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The acting, writing and directing were well done. (I looked up the director and it turns out he’s been the director on a lot of the bigger-name Hallmark/GAF movies.)

The actors were new to me but I thought they were all good, including side characters. The lead actress, Ferelith Young, was excellent; she was so natural and believable and sincere and warm - I never felt like I was watching someone act. And the lead actor, Harmon Walsh, is a cutie patootie, reminiscent of Kevin McGarry; the chemistry between the two leads felt realistic.

This whole production felt a bit more polished and mature than a lot of the “first-string” movies out there this year (and I appreciated that there was no ridiculous and overblown conflict or big misunderstanding between the couple). The sweet relationship between the brother and sister was a nice bonus.

This one would be a keeper if I had it on my dvr but right now it’s only available via streaming (previously it had been showing on XumoPlay but they took it off and as of January 2nd it’s now playing on the Roku channel – catch this cute movie while you can! Maybe also available on Amazon streaming?). Family friendly. ~~Jane


🎄 The Fabric of Christmas – This movie is like a warm, cuddly blanket… it’s cozy, comfortable, and sweet! And it’s family-friendly, too!

Sparks fly the instant when Liam, a firefighter, and Amy, a quilting teacher, meet. Liam’s sister is getting married and he asks Amy to help him with the task of making a quilt for her wedding present. It’s a traditional wedding gift in their family, and Liam wants to ensure his sister has one on behalf of their deceased mother.

As Liam and Amy work together, it’s plain to see a romance is gently flaring up – as the two are obviously attracted to each other.

Amy is known for working with candles lit around her, which is a terrible fire hazard especially around fabric. I found it to be adorably cute and responsible how Liam would constantly go around blowing them out.

Both characters felt like such real, authentic people. Liam’s the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it, and as far as being kind and giving is concerned, Amy seems to be cut from the same cloth.

This movie is one of those lighthearted, feel-good movies that leaves you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. ~Net


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I hope you enjoyed our reviews. If you like, you can read even more reviews for "The Fabric of Christmas" at Amazon - *click here*! 88% of reviewers there gave it 5 stars, and 12% gave it 4.

Please share your thoughts on these movies in comments below.

Have a Merry Day!

Net

It's A Wrap! 🎬 Great American Media Announces Completion Of Christmas Movie Starring Carlos And Alexa PenaVega At Iconic Football Stadium 🎄♫ SEE HERE:

Great American Media President & CEO Bill Abbott, with
“Love at the Kettle” (wt) Actors and Producers Carlos and Alexa PenaVega
Photo Credit: Getty Images / Rick Kern

With great excitement, Great American Media announces the wrap of Love at the Kettle (wt)! This production, starring real-life couple Carlos And Alexa PenaVega, recently completed with a very special performance from one of the film's stars.

See all of the details in their press release below.

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Great American Media Press Release:

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA 

ANNOUNCES WRAP ON 

LOVE AT THE KETTLE (wt),

FEATURING SPECIAL 

COLLABORATION WITH 

THE SALVATION ARMY

FILMED AT ICONIC 

AT&T STADIUM 

FOR GREAT AMERICAN 

CHRISTMAS 2024

New York, NY – August 6, 2024 – Great American Media is thrilled to announce the production wrap of its film “Love at the Kettle,” (wt) starring and produced by Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega and co-produced by Mario Lopez. The heartwarming original movie features a unique collaboration with The Salvation Army. In exclusive scenes filmed inside the iconic AT&T Stadium, Carlos PenaVega sings an original song penned exclusively for the movie – Get Him Back (For Christmas). Love at the Kettle will have its World Premiere this holiday season as part of GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024.

Love at the Kettle brings viewers an inspiring story of love, community, and the spirit of giving. The film follows the journey of two individuals who find love and purpose while volunteering at The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle, a cherished holiday tradition. Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega bring their undeniable chemistry to the screen as the lead characters, whose paths cross in the most unexpected ways.

AT&T Stadium has opened its doors for the film’s production. Key scenes will showcase the grandeur of the stadium, providing a stunning backdrop that amplifies the film’s themes of community and teamwork. This collaboration marks a significant milestone, blending the excitement of Christmas, football, and the heartfelt message of The Salvation Army’s mission.

The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign, a staple of the holiday season, plays a central role in Love at the Kettle. The film aims to raise awareness and support for the organization’s vital work in aiding those in need. Through this partnership, viewers will be encouraged to contribute and make a difference in their communities.

“We are incredibly excited about this film and the partnerships that have made it possible,” said Great American Media President & CEO, Bill Abbott. “The collaboration with The Salvation Army not only enhances the story but also underscores the importance of giving to and supporting our neighbors.”

The filming marks Carlos PenaVega’s return to AT&T Stadium where he joined his band Big Time Rush in performing the national anthem on Thanksgiving Day in 2011. Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega are longtime supporters of The Salvation Army and have personally participated in various initiatives with The Salvation Army, including serving families with food boxes after hurricanes in Florida, helping families receive Christmas gifts after losing everything to wildfires in their hometown of Lahaina, Hawaii, and even serving as bell ringers as part of the beloved annual Red Kettle Campaign.

“Love at the Kettle” promises to be a must-watch event this holiday season, combining romance, community spirit, and the magic of the holiday season. Stay tuned for the premiere date and additional details.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

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.

Twitter: @GAfamilyTV
Facebook: @GreatAmericanFamily
Instagram: @greatamericanfamily
About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Follow The Salvation Army:
Twitter: @SalvationArmyUS
Facebook: SalvationArmyUSA
Instagram: @salvationarmy

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My Quick Take:

I must first say, I am big fan of Carlos and Alexa PenaVega! Not only do I love their movies together, but I also love their commitment to God, their love story and their precious family. They are a perfect fit, I feel, for Great American Family.

Carlos and Alexa's first movie premiere on Great American Family, Mr. Manhattan, has received wonderful feedback from viewers, so I know many, including myself, are excited to see their first Christmas movie collaboration for the network.

Plus, the theme of this Christmas movie with the Salvation Army and giving to others sounds hopeful and inspirational!

I would love to know your thoughts, as well. Please share in comments below.

That's a wrap!

Net 🎬

🎄 Candace Cameron Bure And Cameron Mathison To Star In "Jingle Bells, Wedding Bells" On Great American Family 🔔 SEE HERE:

Come on, ring those bells!

Great American Family officially announces the second Christmas movie premiere for the 2024 holiday season starring Candace Cameron Bure, who is well-known as the queen of Christmas movies!

Joining Candace in this all-new holiday premiere is fan-favorite Cameron Mathison, who is no stranger to the Christmas movie genre, having made a number of them through the years, much like Candace, for the Hallmark Channel and now Great American Family.

In the press release below from Great American Media, you'll find full details on the storyline for their new Christmas film together.


Press Release:

GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

ANNOUNCES ORIGINAL CHRISTMAS MOVIE,

JINGLE BELLS, WEDDING BELLS,

STARRING CANDACE CAMERON BURE

AND CAMERON MATHISON,

PART OF

GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024

NEW YORK, NY – July 9, 2024 – Great American Family, an industry leader in the production of quality original holiday content, announced beloved talent, Candace Cameron Bure (A Christmas Less Traveled, “The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries”) and Cameron Mathison (A Kindhearted Christmas, “General Hospital”) star in a new Original holiday film, Jingle Bells, Wedding Bells, set to premiere this November as part of Great American Christmas 2024. Great American Christmas is in its fourth season and the franchise has quickly become one of America’s most popular programming events.

In Jingle Bells, Wedding Bells, Gracie (Bure) is Peachtree Inn’s perfect wedding planner whose mantra “No problems, only solutions waiting to be discovered” makes blushing brides’ dreams come true. When Charlie (Mathison) brings his sister and future brother-in-law to their former hometown of Butler, South Carolina, expecting to create a magical Christmas Eve wedding at the Inn for Lindsay and Josh, the trio is stunned when Gracie stubbornly declines the job, saying it is not possible to pull off the perfect wedding two weeks before Christmas. Eventually, Gracie relents and agrees to plan the wedding, only to discover there are more hurdles to overcome than expected.

Executive Producers of Jingle Bells, Wedding Bells are Candace Cameron Bure, Holly A. Hines, Eric Jarboe, Jeffery Brooks, Ford Englerth, Gerald Webb, Paula Elle, and Trevor McWhinney. Produced by Mick MacKay. Supervising producers Michael Shepard, Jonathan Shore, and Robyn Wiener. Associate Producers are David Oland and Trudi Thorwaldson. Jingle Bells, Wedding Bells is directed by Paula Elle from an Original screenplay written by Katie Main.

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.

ABOUT CANDY ROCK ENTERTAINMENT:

Candy Rock Enterprises is a joint venture between award winning actress, producer and New York Times bestselling author Candace Cameron Bure and the full-service development and execution team behind Redrock Entertainment, Ford Englerth and Jeffery Brooks. Candy Rock’s Entertainment division develops, produces, and distributes television projects, lifestyle programming and feature length films with an emphasis on family-friendly content. Instagram: @CandyRock.Entertainment

ABOUT SYRUP STUDIOS:

Syrup Studios is a Canadian deficit-financing studio focused on exceptional films, series, and international co-productions for global audiences. Syrup’s highly tailored approach to developing, financing, producing, and distributing content through entrepreneurial business models brings each compelling story to life.

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My Quick Take:

I am thrilled, as I've shared with you all before, that Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison will be paired in this upcoming Christmas movie together. Since they both exude such a joyful Christmas sprit, I have a feeling, already, that it's going to be extra special and fun!

Based on the story synopsis provided in the press release, the storyline somewhat reminds me of the movie Marry Me at Christmas, starring Rachel Skarsten and Trevor Donovan. Both plotlines revolve around planning a wedding in a short amount of time at Christmastime, and once again, it's the brother who spearheads his sister's wedding planning.

This is one of the movies I'm most looking forward to seeing this Christmas season! In fact, I can already hear those jingle bells and wedding bells!

Have a Merry Day!

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📪 Merritt Patterson And Christopher Russell Star In "A Vintage Christmas" This Holiday Season On Great American Family 🎅 SEE HERE:

Our Christmas movie wish to Santa came true!

"A Vintage Christmas" is coming to Great American Family this holiday season!

This all-new Christmas movie revolves around vintage letters to Santa and stars two actors who are well known to TV movie followers. Both Merritt Patterson and Christopher Russell have been seen in a variety of romantic-comedies and Christmas movies through the years; however, this is the first time these two have been paired together on screen.

See all of the details of "A Vintage Christmas" in the press release below.

(Left to right) Director Colin Budds, producer Kylie Pascoe,
Merritt Paterson, Christopher Russell on the set of 'A Vintage Christmas'.
Photo credit: Mark Taylor.

Press Release via Great American Family:

NEW YORK, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family, an industry leader in producing quality family and faith-filled holiday films, announced fan favorites, Merritt Patterson (Jingle Bell Princess, 'Twas the Text Before Christmas) and Christopher Russell (Peppermint and Postcards, A Dash of Christmas), star in the Original holiday movie, A Vintage Christmas, part of Great American Christmas 2024.

In A Vintage Christmas, Tessa (Patterson) is a dedicated historian and preservationist in her hometown of Oak Creek, an old-fashioned and passionate protector of the nostalgic. Sparks fly when a business developer, Noah (Russell) arrives in Oak Creek with plans to tear down an abandoned Post Office and replace it with a sleek, modern office complex. There are internal and external struggles among many in the community to arrive at a solution that serves the greater good for all concerned. As the clock ticks toward Christmas, the race to settle the dispute through concessions and compromise is on.

"This Christmas season, Great American Family is once again assembling the most high-profile talent that is sure to delight viewers," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. "Familiar faces like Merritt Patterson and Christopher Russell, are a big reason Great American Christmas has become so popular, so fast," Abbott concluded.

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 on
Twitter: @GAfamilyTV Facebook: @GAfamilytv Instagram: @greatamericanfamily

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Merritt Paterson, Christopher Russell on the set of 'A Vintage Christmas'

My Quick Take:

I hope you enjoyed reading this Christmas movie news as much as I enjoyed sharing it!

Do any of you remember writing letters to Santa? My siblings and I did EVERY Christmas. We would shop in catalogs and at our local mall, but then we would always come home and make our list, using red and green crayons, colored pencils, or markers (depending on our age at the time). Those are sweet memories I will always cherish, and I believe these nostalgic feelings will make this movie extra special.

Please share your thoughts and memories in comments below.

May Your Day Be

Merry & Bright!

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🎄 Great American Family's "A Royal Christmas Ball" Promo - Starring Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice 👑 See Here:

Great American Family is rolling out the red carpet for Danica McKellar's new royal-themed Christmas movie, A Royal Christmas Ball!

This movie is the latest to be filmed and promoted on their channel for the upcoming 2024 Great American Christmas movie season. See the promo for this movie below.


Here's what we know, so far, about this movie:

A Royal Christmas Ball will include waltzes choreographed by “Dancing With the Stars” professional dancer Gleb Savchencko. It is currently set to premiere this November on Great American Family.

Story synopsis via Great American Media: "In A Royal Christmas Ball, Chelsea Jones (Danica McKellar) is a dance instructor and studio owner in Chicago who inspires kids to find themselves through dance. Just before Christmas, Chelsea discovers a photo she’s never seen before. Chelsea thinks the young woman is her birth mother who passed away when she was only five years old. The woman is in a wedding dress tugging on the hand of a man wearing a wedding ring, but that is all that can be seen of the man Chelsea believes may be her father. The photo’s handwritten inscription reads, “Our place, Havenshire, December 23, 1984.” With only the internet, a plane ticket, and lifelong determination to go on, Chelsea now has four days in Havenshire to solve the mystery of her birth family. Along the way, she’ll have to sneak into a castle, teach a stubborn Prince how to dance, and be in just the right place on Christmas Eve when the bells toll."


A Royal Christmas Ball Promo:

Great American Family is currently using the title A Royal Christmas Ball to promote this film; however, there is a previous ION Christmas movie with the same title from 2017. Danica has said the title may change to A Cinderella Christmas Ball or something similar, so be sure to stay tuned IF there are any title changes or updates.

Of course, Danica McKellar is well-known for a number of TV and Christmas movies; notably, A Crown for Christmas is her most popular royal-themed Christmas movie to date. A Royal Christmas Ball will be her third royal film for Great American Family. The Winter Palace aired in 2022, and A Royal Date for Christmas aired in 2023.



More Great American Family News - In Case You Missed It:

Christmas in July is coming to Great American Family! Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott shared this exciting news in his latest insider email with this statement, "Movie enthusiasts can rest assured that we will go back to movies with Christmas in July, and then we will have a very strong slate of new, original movies through the end of 2024!"

Further information has not been released yet about when Christmas in July will begin, so please be sure to stay tuned for additional details. Last year, Great American Family ran Christmas movies 24/7 from July 1st to July 17th, and then from July 18th to July 30th, the channel aired three Christmas movies each night, from 6pm to 12am (EST). We will have to wait and see if the network plans to run a similar programming slate for Christmas in July this year.

At the end of July, Bill shared with his followers that we can expect to see the return of Great American Pure Flix films on Monday nights, beginning with GOD’S COUNTRY SONG on Monday, July 29th, and HEAVEN SENT on Monday, August 6th. MR. MANHATTAN, starring Alexa and Carlos PenaVega, will premiere May 23rd on the streaming source Great American Pure Flix and is projected to premiere on Great American Family in September.

Bill also promises, "There be much more to come in August, September and certainly at Christmas, including a mystery featuring Candace..." The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker, starring Candace Cameron Bure, is set to premiere sometime later this year.

At this point, I know some viewers are disappointed with the reruns of classic programming airing on Great American Family. Hopefully, this explanation from Bill Abbott will help explain, "The reason we have been airing older series content is the number of people who watch these shows is double, and sometimes triple, the number who watch movies according to Nielsen. While we also love our movies and would much prefer to offer these rather than old series, we need to reach the biggest audience possible to be viable to advertisers."

So, if you want to support Great American Family and the content they are building on their network, we will all have to wait a little longer as the network continues to grow its library of films and expands its viewership. When Christmas in July or the movies begin again, be sure to tell your family and friends to tune in.

Please stay tuned for additional programming details.

Have a Blessed Day!

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👑 Rhiannon Fish to Star in Her First Great American Family Christmas Movie 👑 See Here:

Check out all of the latest details, including story description, for the upcoming holiday sequel to A Prince in Paradise...

Great American Media Press Release:

RHIANNON FISH RETURNS

TO GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

STARRING IN

A PRINCE IN PARADISE 2:

A ROYAL PROPOSAL (wt)

WITH MITCHELL BOURKE,

PART OF

GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 

2024

NEW YORK, NY – April 8, 2024 – Popular actress Rhiannon Fish returns to Great American Family, starring in the Christmas Original Movie, A Prince In Paradise 2: A Royal Proposal, alongside co-lead Mitchell Bourke. The film, a sequel to the 2023 hit, premieres as part of Great American Christmas 2024. Great American Family is a leading producer of original holiday movies. Great American Family also released this SNEAK PEEK of Great American Christmas 2024:

In A Prince In Paradise 2: A Royal Proposal, Olivia (Fish) and Prince Alexander (Bourke) travel together to his family’s majestic palace in Torovia to spend Christmas with their two families. Despite busy schedules that push the couple in different directions, the couple seems poised to come together for a magical and unforgettable Christmas, until clashing cultures within the families lead to comedic mishaps.

Vanessa Shapiro, Mike Gray, and Jip Panosot are executive producers of A Prince In Paradise 2: A Royal Proposal. Steve Jaggi and Kylie Pascoe produce. Directed by Adrian Powers. A Prince in Paradise 2: A Royal Proposal is written by Caera Bradshaw and Adrian Powers.

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 on Twitter: @GAfamilyTV Facebook: @GAfamilytv Instagram: @greatamericanfamily

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I hope you enjoyed this latest Christmas movie news today from Great American Family.

I'm curious to know what you all thought of the first A Prince In Paradise movie and if you are looking forward to this royal sequel. Please share in comments below.

May your day be

Merry & Bright!

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