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Showing posts with label Hallmark Drama. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hallmark Drama. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

It's Official! Hallmark Drama is now Hallmark Family - Details Here:




As of today, the end of an era has come as Hallmark Drama is rebranded to Hallmark Family. If you turn to the channel, you will now see the Hallmark Family logo, which has replaced Hallmark Drama in the lower right-side corner of the screen.

You can see the difference in these two images...



The network also released a new promo - giving viewers an idea of what the new Hallmark Family name means, and it appears the channel will air more of the same content we are used to - family dramas, like Little House on the Prairie and The Waltons and classic Hallmark movies.


Video Promo:



The New Logo Look:

As I was creating this post and staring at the new logo versus the old, I noticed how the company name, Hallmark, has become smaller, while the word Family is far bigger than Drama in the previous logo. The emphasis is strategically focused on the word Family over Hallmark, which I find to be rather interesting.

I pulled up my Frndly TV programming guide to see if changes had been made there, and yes, they have. For those of you who have this streaming service, if you don't have your Frndly TV guide in alphabetical order, then you should find Great American Family and Hallmark Family side by side in the guide. It was easier to tell the two apart before, but now that Hallmark Drama is Hallmark Family, I'm wondering if that might confuse some viewers into thinking they are watching Great American Family. It makes one wonder?



I know Great American Family and Hallmark Family aren't close on DirecTV, but are they close (in channel number) through other cable services?

Anyway, I wanted to be sure to mention this big change for Hallmark Drama to Hallmark Family today. Is this a channel you watch often or plan to watch more of since the rebranding? I must say, I don't watch regularly, but every now and then, I tune in when the network plays a classic Hallmark movie I love from years back.

Happy watching, everyone!
Net

Friday, November 24, 2023

🎄 Frndly TV's first ever Black Friday Sale!💲SEE DETAILS:


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Happy Black Friday, Friends!

I wanted to be certain you knew...

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Premium Plan - Annual Subscription: $99 for a year. This special rate allows existing members to enjoy significant savings, with the annual cost being more affordable compared to the cumulative monthly fees over a year, amounting to a savings of more than $44.



These Black Friday offers are available exclusively online at www.frndlytv.com starting at 12:01am MT on Friday, November 24, 2023, and ending at 11:59 pm MT on Monday, November 27, 2023

*Please Note: The post contains affiliate links. If you purchase or renew your Frndly TV subscription, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you all for your support.

I just renewed my yearly Frndly TV plan with this wonderful deal, and I wanted to be sure you all were aware - so you could also enjoy this special discount!


Happy Christmas Movie Watching!
Blessings,
Net


Wednesday, July 26, 2023

"When Calls the Heart" Marathon of Seasons 1-9 Begins Today!




Get ready to relive every moment, all the ups and downs, in the When Calls the Heart series from the moment Elizabeth Thatcher arrived in the town that was originally called Coal Valley, to when the coal mine closed and the town was renamed Hope Valley. Plus, there are sleigh rides, hot air balloon rides, births, deaths, weddings, faith-filled moments and everything in between.

Hallmark Drama will be airing every episode from Season 1 through Season 9, from Wednesday, July 26th, to Sunday, July 30th, including the Christmas movies!

"When Calls the Heart" Marathon Schedule on Hallmark Drama:




When Calls the Heart Season 1 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming


Season 1-

2:00 PM
Lost & Found
When a wooden plank inscribed with a sentimental message is discovered in the mine, new constable Jack Thornton tries to discover the plank's rightful owner; Elizabeth struggles with capturing the enthusiasm of her students.

3:00 PM
Cease & Desist
When all the widows in Coal Valley receive eviction notices from the Coal Company to make way for new miner recruits, Elizabeth hatches a plan to keep the widows from moving out of the only town they know.

4:00 PM
A Telling Silence
Elizabeth helps a mute student who is struggling to cope with the death of her father; Jack investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding the burning of Coal Valley's only church.

5:00 PM
Secrets and Lies
Schoolteacher Elizabeth and Constable Jack's relationship starts to heat up as they are forced to spend more time with each other. They especially bond in the wake of their shocking arrest of widowed mother Cat Montgomery.

6:00 PM
The Dance
Abigail takes in a very pregnant widow Carla Noonan to keep an eye on her health while Coal Valley's doctor is away. Meanwhile, the new coal miners arrive to start working while bunking above the saloon.

7:00 PM
These Games
Elizabeth is feeling caught between overprotective Jack and new miner Billy Hamilton. When Jack tells her he has proof Billy lied to her, Elizabeth has had enough.

8:00 PM
Second Chances
Abigail is encouraged to re-open Coal Valley's dilapidated and abandoned cafe and make it her own after Elizabeth raves about Abigail's baking. Meanwhile, Jack and Elizabeth are at odds after Elizabeth's brief romance.

9:00 PM
Perils of the Soloist
Elizabeth and Abigail emotionally move out of the row house and above Abigail's cafe, starting a new chapter and leaving memories behind. Elizabeth learns that she and her students must put on the Coal Valley Founders' Day play.

10:00 PM
Change of Heart
A determined Jack properly asks Elizabeth for a dinner date, finally making his romantic intentions clear. Elizabeth is excited, and is in for another very special surprise—an unexpected visit from her younger sister, Julie.

11:00 PM
Love Comes First
Saying goodbye to Jack has left Elizabeth heartbroken, but she tries to stay strong in front of her class. Meanwhile, wanting to continue the investigation she started with Jack, Abigail tries to outwit Henry Gowen.

12:00 AM
Rules of Engagement
Jack is hailed a hero after putting away the Tolliver outlaws, and has decided to come back to Coal Valley for good. But his return to town—and to Elizabeth—is unexpectedly complicated by the arrival of a gorgeous actress.

1:00 AM
Prelude to a Kiss
Abigail is beginning to let go of her grief and look toward the future with forensic investigator Bill Avery. Meanwhile, a hurt and confused Jack confronts Elizabeth about her new job offer back home.



When Calls the Heart Season 2 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



Season 2-

2:00 AM
Trials of the Heart
Elizabeth and Jack are closer than ever after their first kiss and Jack gains a new understanding of Elizabeth's high-society family life. Abigail confronts Bill about a shocking discovery.

4:00 AM
Heart and Soul
Elizabeth and Jack remain worlds apart and Abigail finds out the devastating truth about Bill Avery.

5:00 AM
Heart's Desire
Abigail travels to Hamilton to stay with Elizabeth's family and is compelled to accept Bill's help on a personal matter. A heroic act by Jack brings him closer to his ex-fiancée, Rosemary. Elizabeth returns to Hope Valley.

6:00 AM
Heart's Desire
Abigail travels to Hamilton to stay with Elizabeth's family and is compelled to accept Bill's help on a personal matter. A heroic act by Jack brings him closer to his ex-fiancée, Rosemary. Elizabeth returns to Hope Valley.

7:00 AM
Awakenings & Revelations
When a visitor from home arrives in Hope Valley, Elizabeth begins to question the direction of her heart and feelings for Jack. As Abigail struggles with how to help her daughter-in-law, Bill delves deeper into an investigation.

8:00 AM
Heart and Home
Elizabeth and Jack receive upsetting news from their families in Hamilton that could tear them apart. Meanwhile, Abigail tries to find forgiveness in her heart for Bill as Lee enlists Rosemary's help to fight Gowen.

9:00 AM
Coming Together, Coming Apart
Elizabeth and Jack try to put their differences aside to stop Julie and Tom before they make another mistake, while Gowen targets Abigail's Café in his next underhanded scheme.

10:00 AM
With All My Heart
Elizabeth and Jack face a life-threatening experience together and finally discover the truth about what has been keeping them apart. Later, all of Hope Valley witnesses a shocking arrest and an unexpected proposal.



When Calls the Heart Season 3 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



SPECIAL-

12:00 PM
New Year's Wish
A fresh start for Jack and Elizabeth, a surprise guest for Abigail, an adventure for Rosemary and Lee, an unwanted visitor from Pastor Hogan's past, and new beginnings for the town makes this the most unforgettable New Year.


Season 3-

2:00 PM
Troubled Hearts
Elizabeth has news that surprises Jack; Abigail learns of Gowen's latest greedy scheme; Pastor Frank's past quickly closes in on him.

3:00 PM
A Time to Speak
After the revelation of Frank's past, Hope Valley turns on their pastor before Abigail sets out to prove that mistakes of the past don't define the future.

4:00 PM
Heart of a Hero
After Hope Valley learns redemption is possible, Abigail and Frank pursue a romance before the heart of the town is tested by the threat of a gang of outlaws.

5:00 PM
A Gentle Heart
As Jack and Faith's friendship begins to complicate his romance with Elizabeth, Abigail pitches in to help a struggling community and a wave of kindness in Hope Valley has everyone opening their heart for a grand occasion.

6:00 PM
Forever in My Heart
As Jack prepares to take a big step toward building a life with Elizabeth, Abigail welcomes Becky back into her home before making an emotional decision about their future as a family.

7:00 PM
Heartbreak
An unexpected newcomer to Hope Valley puts the future of Abigail's new family in jeopardy; Bill and Jack close in on discovering the sawmill's saboteur.

8:00 PM
Hearts in Question
Jack welcomes an unexpected visit from his mother Charlotte, while Elizabeth struggles to find common ground with a woman who is so different from herself.

9:00 PM
Prayers From the Heart
When tragedy strikes, Jack, Elizabeth, Abigail and the rest of Hope Valley spring into action to aid the miners from the settlement who are trapped after a landslide.



When Calls the Heart Season 4 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



SPECIAL-

10:00 PM
When Calls the Heart Christmas
An intriguing peddler comes to Hope Valley selling the townspeople his wears and teaching them valuable lessons about joy and giving. And the townspeople realize that the displaced settlers in the area will not have Christmas.

Season 4-

12:00 AM
Words from the Heart
As Elizabeth and Jack coach the kids in baseball, Elizabeth struggles to help a young boy come to terms with an old injury.

1:00 AM
Heart of Truth
When Robert tells a lie about seeing a bear and becomes a town hero, Elizabeth has to coax the truth from him.

2:00 AM
The Heart of the Community
To raise money for new school supplies, Elizabeth and the kids throw a carnival; Abigail finalizes a deal to bring the railroad to Hope Valley and new families flock to the town with the promise of work.

3:00 AM
Change of Heart
Elizabeth struggles with growing pains at the school; an old friend comes to visit Jack; Abigail's tenure as mayor is threatened; Rosemary plays matchmaker.

4:00 AM
Heart of a Teacher
Elizabeth fights to clear her name and get her job back; Jack gets some troubling news; Wyatt and the railroad continue to make problems for Hope Valley; the children have to deal with a stern new schoolteacher.

5:00 AM
My Heart Will Go On
After the death of a friend, Jack makes some difficult life choices that may affect Elizabeth as well.

6:00 AM
Healing Heart
Elizabeth has problems in her classroom when the nephews of Ray Wyatt come to her class and bully other students. Meanwhile - Lee loses his voice and Rosemary does the talking for him. Also, Bill finds AJ Foster.

7:00 AM
Courageous Hearts
Tension between Elizabeth and her new students continues. Meanwhile Lee and Rosemary fight about Rosemary learning to drive, and Abigail struggles to hold the cafe together while the railroad's commissary thrives.

8:00 AM
Heart of a Secret
Elizabeth takes Opal in while her parents are away; a newcomer to Hope Valley has some insight into Carson Shepherd's mysterious past; an unlikely turn of events puts Cody in harm's way.

9:00 AM
Heart of a Fighter
The town gathers around Abigail as Cody fights for his life; Carson comes to terms with his past and gets a chance at redemption.



When Calls the Heart Season 5 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



SPECIAL-

10:00 AM
The Christmas Wishing Tree
The town has a new tradition to help make the wishes of the townspeople come true. Elizabeth works overtime to make one wish come true, while she waits for her own.


Season 5-

12:00 PM
Believing
Elizabeth's sister, Julie, visits Hope Valley in her quest to become a teacher; Lee is made acting Sheriff when Abigail and Bill leave town to testify in Gowen's trial; Carson has problems with a traveling tonic salesmen.

1:00 PM
Hearts and Minds
Elizabeth mentors Julie, who finds teaching more difficult than she imagined; Abigail has to find a way to convince the railroad to build its depot in Hope Valley.

2:00 PM
Home Is Where the Heart Is
Jack and Elizabeth start planning their future; sparks fly between Carson and a new arrival; Elizabeth teaches her students the difference between facts and speculation; the town is put on edge when Lee can't pay his employees.

3:00 PM
Open Hearts
Abigail has to figure out how to keep the town's bank afloat; Elizabeth struggles to understand what troubles one of her students; Rosemary goes overboard planning Jack and Elizabeth's wedding.

4:00 PM
My Heart is Yours
Jack and Elizabeth's plan to get married is put in jeopardy and Bill has difficulties transporting a prisoner.

5:00 PM
Love and Marriage
Jack and Elizabeth's relationship is put to the test; Pastor Frank and Abigail make a decision about their future; Bill helps a girl solve a mystery.

6:00 PM
Heart of the Matter
Elizabeth assigns her students to follow business leaders in Hope Valley; Abigail and the town host two possible investors for the failing bank; Bill's life is disrupted when AJ Foster arrives and turns herself in.

7:00 PM
Weather the Storm
Bill is put in jeopardy while transporting AJ to face trial; Abigail tries to save the town from an investor who will hurt Hope Valley; Carson is faced with a decision; Elizabeth tries to reunite a mother and her son.

8:00 PM
In My Dreams
The widow of Lee's former partner arrives and gives Gowen a chance to run a company again; Elizabeth tutors a new student; the residents of Hope Valley conspire to pull off a surprise.

9:00 PM
Close to My Heart
Three weeks following Jack's death, Elizabeth, distraught, wonders if she should remain in town. Abigail gives her a letter that Jack wrote to be read in the event of his death. Bill gives her Jack's horse from the Mounties, and the school is renamed in Jack's honor. Elizabeth exhibits strange symptoms, and Abigail suggests that she is pregnant.



When Calls the Heart Season 6 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



SPECIAL-

10:00 PM
The Greatest Christmas Blessing
When a group of orphans become stranded in Hope Valley for Christmas, their caretakers - sisters who have a mysterious backstory - lead Bill to investigate.

Season 6-

12:00 AM
Phone Rings and Heart Strings
Elizabeth balances new motherhood with teaching, Bill & Gowen battle to buy the saloon, Rosemary plays matchmaker for a potential romance, and Abigail brings technology to town.

1:00 AM
The Queen of Hearts
After a foolish comment, Carson must admit that he cares more about Faith. The charming new saloon owner, Lucas Bouchard, causes a stir. Elizabeth teaches self-confidence, and Abigail takes a risk on the stock market with Gowen.

2:00 AM
A Vote of Confidence
Bill convinces an estranged friend to help catch criminals, Abigail & Lucas face off about the saloon's disruption to town, and Faith & Carson consider revealing their relationship.

3:00 AM
Heart of a Mountie
A new Mountie arrives earlier than expected, surprising Elizabeth. Bill and Nathan jump to work when Lee's payroll is stolen. Elizabeth handles a tense school debate.

4:00 AM

Surprise
Elizabeth catches Nathan's niece gambling with a card trick Lucas taught her, sparking conflict. Rosemary hosts a girls' night. Gowen makes Jessie and Clara a tempting offer.

5:00 AM
Disputing Hearts
Jealousy breaks out when Gowen strikes oil. Nathan encourages Bill's new opportunity. Rosemary struggles to reveal an emotional concern to Lee.

6:00 AM
Hope is With the Heart
Trying to stay on Elizabeth's good side, Lucas sets up a library for the town. Rosemary shares the struggle on her heart. Bill serves as judge in Hope Valley when Jesse sues Gowen.

7:00 AM
A Call from the Past
Lucas' past comes back to haunt him and others in Hope Valley; Lee and Gowen compete for workers; meanwhile, an old friend arrives with a new orphan.

8:00 AM
Two of Hearts
At the Founders' Day Festival, Elizabeth makes a move that might affect her future; an orphan struggles to accept his new life; and Bill finds startling information about Gowen.



When Calls the Heart Season 7 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



SPECIAL-

9:00 AM
Home for Christmas
As residents of Hope Valley prepare to celebrate Christmas, intertwined stories explore the emotions and magic that connect them during the holiday season.

Season 7-

11:00 AM
A Moving Picture
Lucas gives Elizabeth writing advice that causes her to search for new inspiration. Rosemary and Lee plan a vacation. Faith returns home with a dilemma that may force her to part ways from Carson.

12:00 PM
The Heart of a Father
Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions when his estranged father arrives in town after recently being released from jail.

1:00 PM
Family Matters
Lucas gives his thoughts on Elizabeth's writing, Nathan investigates his father's crime, Jesse & Clara plan for their wedding, and Faith must make a decision about medical school.

2:00 PM
Sweet and Sour
Elizabeth, Carson and Faith deal with an outbreak of chickenpox, resulting in Rosemary falling ill. When Gowen is sued, Bill must pull together Hope Valley's first jury.

3:00 PM
An Unexpected Gift
Elizabeth gets a surprise bouquet of flowers, which has the town wondering who left them. Rosemary and Lee organize Jesse & Clara's Bachelor & Bachelorette parties.

4:00 PM
In Perfect Unity
When plans go awry, Elizabeth gets the town to band together to give Clara and Jesse the wedding of their dreams. Elizabeth struggles with the fact that she has two suitors.

5:00 PM
Heart of a Writer
Elizabeth goes on a trip with Lucas and must face her growing feelings for him. Jesse and Clara adjust to sharing a home. Lee & Rosemary are challenged with watching Little Jack.

6:00 PM
Into the Woods
A dangerous windstorm puts Hope Valley at risk. Elizabeth takes half the class on a field trip while Carson is the substitute teacher for the rest. Jesse causes concern.

7:00 PM
New Possibilities
Elizabeth & Nathan try to resolve their differences. Rosemary learns a secret about Lee. Elizabeth feels betrayed by Lucas, but helps him get the oil company's records from Gowen. Nathan goes undercover. Fiona gets bad news.

8:00 PM
Don't Go
Elizabeth hears news about her book. Lee gets a surprise that stirs up wounds from his past. Fiona tries to find a way to stay in Hope Valley. Lucas makes a last-ditch effort to preserve his partnership in Gowen Petroleum.



When Calls the Heart Season 8 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



Season 8-

9:00 PM
Open Season
Elizabeth has finished her manuscript. A visitor causes trouble for Nathan and Allie. Rosemary and Lee cut their trip short. Faith arrives back from medical school. Clara and Jesse haven't been getting along.

10:00 PM
Honestly, Elizabeth
Teryl Rothery guest stars as Helen Bouchard, who starts the edits of Elizabeth's manuscript. When Lee gets injured, a newcomer's words of comfort cause Rosemary to reflect on what she wants in life.

11:00 PM
From the Ashes
A geyser erupts at the oil rig and everyone in Hope Valley drops everything to help. Nathan is summoned for an inquiry by a Mountie from his past and Jesse takes a liking to driving Lee's motorcycle.

12:00 AM
Welcome to Hope Valley
The inquiry begins, and Nathan starts to question his own actions. Meanwhile, a new family, the Canfields, buy Gowen's cabin and Elizabeth welcomes them to Hope Valley. Lee's sister and niece arrive in Hope Valley.

1:00 AM
What the Heart Wants
It's graduation day at the Jack Thornton School house. Rosemary and Lee adjust to having family in town. A letter from Dottie sends all the Coulters reeling. Clara learns Jesse made a big mistake.

2:00 AM
No Regrets
Elizabeth wonders if she is truly ready to let love in again. Rosemary wonders what her purpose is. Clara and Jesse sort through their issues. Carson receives an amazing opportunity. A stranger named Christopher comes in town.

3:00 AM
Before My Very Eyes
A health scare has everyone in Hope Valley worried about one of their own. Nathan is finally going to get Allie's adoption finalized. Lucas starts to become suspicious of Christopher's behavior.

4:00 AM
A Parade and a Charade
Elizabeth focuses on teaching Angela how to read braille. Rosemary and Lee struggle to give Rachel the freedom she was promised in Hope Valley. Bill feels displaced when he's asked to finally return his Mountie uniform.

5:00 AM
Pre-Wedding Jitters
Elizabeth is distraught over the reveal of Nathan's secret. Everyone helps a couple prepare for their wedding. The bachelor and bachelorette parties stir up mixed emotions from the guests. A mysterious businessman arrives in town.

6:00 AM
Old Love, New Love, Is this True Love
A wedding in Hope Valley leads every couple to evaluate their relationships. Rosemary discovers there is more happening in Hope Valley than everyone realizes, and she decides to get to the bottom of it.

7:00 AM
Changing Times
Landis, the school inspector, arrives in town causing trouble for Elizabeth. Rosemary finds her calling. A search is called when one of Hope Valley's residents is lost. Carson and Faith's relationship is put to the test.

8:00 AM
The Kiss
Elizabeth has finally realized who she's supposed to be with. Big changes are coming to Hope Valley. The town rallies together to say goodbye and good luck to one of their own.



When Calls the Heart Season 9 on DVD
Prime Video - Streaming



Season 9-

9:00 AM
In Like a Lion
Change is in the air for Hope Valley. There's the foundry to be built and an upcoming mayoral election. Elizabeth arrives home from a trip to Hamilton. A potential investor arrives in town to discuss the oil business with Luca.

10:00 AM
Out Like a Lamb
Hope Valley elects a new mayor. Lucas and Elizabeth try to find the "little moments" in their relationship. Elizabeth offers to help Nathan with his horse after the hit-and-run, but it's newcomer, Mei, who connects with Newton.

11:00 AM
Turn the Page
Elizabeth's book is finally published and it's the talk of the town. Lucas plans a surprise party to celebrate the event, but some bad book reviews have Elizabeth in a less social mood.

12:00 PM
Straight from the Heart
Elizabeth sees a new side of Lucas when a flu bug leaves her without a babysitter, and he volunteers to watch Little Jack.

1:00 PM
Journey into Light
School Inspector Augustus Landis is back in town and starts questioning Elizabeth's new accreditation to teach Angela. Lucas and Nathan decide to have a race, animal vs. machine.

2:00 PM
Past, Present, Future
Lee writes a new editorial in the Valley Voice. Gowen worries about the oil company's intentions now that Fiona has all but secured a deal with investors.

3:00 PM
Hope Valley Days Part One
Mayor Hickam decides that Hope Valley needs to get back to its hopeful, joyous roots and decides to host Hope Valley Days, a collective celebration inspired by giving, fun, hope, and love.

4:00 PM
Hope Valley Days Part Two
Residents of Hope Valley continue to enjoy the first ever Hope Valley Days Festival, though with an unwelcome visitor unexpectedly still in town, everyone is coming together, not just in celebration, but to help one of their own.

5:00 PM
Recent Memory
Walden arrives back in town, putting more pressure than ever on Lucas and the residents of Hope Valley. Bill comes up with a plan to stop Walden. New investors arrive from the oil company.

6:00 PM
Never Say Never
Elizabeth and Rosemary don't agree about how best to share unsettling news in the town regarding the coal mines, but that's put behind them when Rosemary hears even more shocking news.

7:00 PM
Smoke on the Water
With the mine reopening imminent, Gowen decides to take drastic measures to make sure it stays closed. Elizabeth and Lucas struggle to communicate with each other. Lucas gets out of town to clear his head.

8:00 PM
Rock, A Bye, Baby
Elizabeth worries about her relationship with Lucas, while Bill helps Gowen through the fallout of the mine explosion. Rosemary and Lee receive some news.


Then, you'll want to turn the channel to the Hallmark Channel at 9pm/8c. for the first episode of "When Calls the Heart" Season 10...

9:00 PM
Carpe Diem
Hope Valley faces an economic downturn together. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Bill learn that the children of Hope Valley have made a discovery that could change the future of the town.



When Calls the Heart Seasons 1-9 on DVD



I hope all of you Hearties enjoy this special marathon of When Calls the Heart on Hallmark Drama - leading up to the new season on Sunday night!

While I may not have loved every story from Seasons 1-9, including Jack's departure at the end of Season 5 and the love triangle, my heart is still connected to the community of Hope Valley and the characters I love. I can't wait to meet Rosemary and Lee's baby and watch them become parents, see who Nathan might fall in love with, and how much all of the children have grown up; plus, I'm looking forward to meeting some new characters, too! When Calls the Heart season 10 is bound to be full of romance, adventure, and surprises, much like all of the previous seasons.

Are you planning to watch the marathon or new season of When Calls the Heart? Please share in comments below.

Blessings, 
Net



Friday, June 16, 2023

You're Invited to a Wedding 💒, a Barbecue 🍔, Back to the Shore 🌊, and More... This Father's Day Weekend - SEE HERE:


I hope you all have a nice weekend planned.

Check out the highlights below of what's new on TV this weekend, plus movies/shows that honor our wonderful fathers and grandpas on this Father's Day Weekend, including a tribute to one of Hallmark's favorite fathers, Actor Treat Williams...



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Saturday, June 17, 2023:

Watch Becca Tobin and Jake Epstein say "I Do" in...





Storyline: Rebecca (Becca Tobin), a teacher, and Adam (Jake Epstein), an ad executive are excited to plan their Jewish wedding, but their wedding and future are put into jeopardy when Adam lands a new ad campaign, and their mothers meet for the first time.

Premieres Saturday, June 17, 2023
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel


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Saturday, June 17, 2023:

Chesapeake Shores Season 1
Marathon Tribute to Treat Williams


Go back to the shore to where it all started. Hallmark is reairing Chesapeake Shores Season 1 episodes as a special tribute to Actor Treat Williams, who passed away on June 12, 2023.

Revisit Chesapeake Shores - Saturday on Hallmark Drama:

Pilot - 1 PM
Home to Roost, Part One - 3 PM
Home to Roost, Part Two - 4 PM
We're Not Losing a Son... - 5 PM
We're Gaining a Daughter - 6 PM
Georgia on My Mind - 7 PM
Second Chances - 8 PM
Deals Undone - 9 PM
Exes Mark the Spot - 10 PM




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Sunday, June 18, 2023:

Fire up the grill this Father's Day and watch...


Note: This movie previously premiered on the BYU-TV network. This will be the first time this film from Incendo Productions will air on UPtv.

Storyline: Marketing executive Laura is sent to oversee a small-town cook-off and entice Jim, the local barbecue restaurant owner, to let her license his family's secret BBQ sauce. While Laura struggles with small-town life, and while Jim resists the idea of joining forces with a large business, the two soon discover how well their differences work together. With a dash of trust and a splash of kindness, Jim and Laura’s friendship slowly marinates into something much sweeter.


Airs Sunday, June 18, 2023
at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

*See movie reviews for The Secret Sauce from myself and Namegirl - *here*!



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Sunday, June 18, 2023:

Mystery 101
Father's Day Marathon



The Mystery 101 movie marathon
airs from 9am/8c to 11pm/10c.
Sunday, June 18, 2023
on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.



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Sunday, June 18, 2023:

The Waltons
Father's Day Marathon

Spend the day with two great TV Fathers...
Zeb and John, Grandpa and Daddy Walton

Catch The Waltons Marathon All Day Long,
Father's Day on Hallmark Drama


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Sunday, June 18, 2023:

The Cowboy Way Channel
is encoring these films about Fathers
on Father's Day

Heritage Falls (2016) - 6 PM

The Legend of 5 Mile Cave (2019) - 8 PM

*You can see my interview (from 2019) with Jill Wagner and Jet Jurgensmeyer, who star in The Legend of 5 Mile Cave, *here*.




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Sunday, June 18, 2023:

TCM Movie Classics
for Fathers Day



TCM will be honoring fathers with their classic films throughout the day, including Life with Father and Father of the Bride (1950).

You can read my review of Life with Father - *here*



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I hope you all find something fun to watch or do this weekend.

In addition to all of the movies, there are plenty of sports options on TV, too, including US Open Golf, Formula 1 Racing (no Nascar this weekend), MLB Baseball, USFL Football, and so on...!

I pray all of the Fathers and Grandfathers who visit here have a very Happy Father's Day!

For those of you who are spending this Father's Day with your Dad or Grandpa, I hope you will truly cherish this special time.

I am so grateful for my Father, who is strong, hard-working, funny, and caring. He's one of those people who can fix almost anything, and he's always there when you need him. I will be spending some special time with my Daddy and all of my wonderful family this weekend - honoring all of the Fathers in our family, past and present, who have and continue to bless our lives.

For those of you whose Fathers or Grandfathers will not be with you, I pray you will recall many precious memories... and those moments bring you peace and joy.

On this Father's Day, we can all give thanks to our Heavenly Father for the incredible gifts He has given us and choose to walk with Him each and every day!

Blessings to You All,
Net


☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT ☀️

"The LORD is like a father to His children,
tender and compassionate to those who fear Him."
Psalm 103:13



Tuesday, January 24, 2023

📺 🌟 How the Streaming Service Frndly TV has Changed My TV Viewing Experience... for the Better! 📺 🌟 See Here:




Last Fall, several loyal followers here at It's a Wonderful Movie shared with us how much they enjoyed their streaming service, Frndly TV, which I must admit, made me even more curious and interested in this streaming service I had been hearing so many good things about. With the incredible amount of Christmas movies coming our way then, and with their encouragement, I decided to give Frndly TV a try, with a free trial in November, and now I must share with you all my fantastic experience with this streaming service over the Christmas Season.

I easily set up an account through Frndly TV's user-friendly website, and instantly, I had this excellent streaming service, which I must say, is much lower in price compared to others currently on the market. I access Frndly TV through my Roku device which is hooked up to my television. It was easy as a wink to navigate through Fndly TV's television guide and even easier to select a program and click record with my remote. I love that their service is very basic looking and easy to use - right from the first remote click.




Throughout Christmastime, I recorded many, MANY Christmas movies, old and new, through Frndly TV, which has an unlimited DVR! This was just what I needed since my recorder with my DirecTV was nearly full. Now that it is January, I've been missing the classic Christmas movies I love on TV; however, it's been easy and convenient to go into my Frndly TV recordings and select one of the Christmas movies I recorded back in November or December. And if I watch only a portion of the movie, I can effortlessly pick up right where I left off at a later time.

One of the best features of Frndly TV is that you can do a 72-hour lookback in their TV guide and capture something you may have missed. It's also easy to schedule recordings in advance. Viewers can even record multiple shows and movies at the same time. I love that! Plus, if I miss, say, something in the morning, then I can go back and catch it that night. Or, the next night. Or, even the next - next night! Or, I can simply record it and watch it months later! Frndly TV lets you keep recordings for 3-9 months (depending on your plan).





Frndly TV is also available to watch beyond your TV. You can easily access your Frndly TV account on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc... wherever you are! All you have to do is log-in to your account, and you can watch live TV, and past TV (up to 72 hours), and all of your recordings will be right there, too - to watch at your convenience. Wherever you go, as long as you have your smartphone (or another device) with you, you'll have your Frndly TV, too!

For those of you who have been having trouble getting your current cable provider to pick up Great American Family, if you obtain Frndly TV, you'll have both Great American Family and Great American Living, plus the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Hallmark Drama, INSP, Lifetime, UP-TV, PixL, and many more channels - see here! Frndly TV has 40+ channels in all!

If you'd like to give Frndly TV a try, click here to visit Frndly TV's website and set up an account with a free trial today!


Happy movie-watching, everyone!

Blessings to you all, Net



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*Images: All Frndly TV images are courtesy of Frndly TV and are used for promotion only.




Thursday, August 25, 2022

🎄Happy 4 Months 'til Christmas!!! #CountdownToChristmas

🎄 Merry *Mark the 25th*! 🎄


Can you believe it? On this August 25th, there are now only 4 months until December 25th, Christmas day, and the Christmas movie season will begin even sooner, of course, at the end of October!

Until then, we will still enjoy our Summer, while looking forward to Christmas, too! Here at *It's a Wonderful Movie* we each pick our own Christmas movie, cartoon, etc... to watch and celebrate the day. If you'd like to join in, please share your choice in comments below.

Christmas on TV today:

Hallmark Drama has two great classic family choices...

The Waltons - The Best Christmas at 2PM

Storyline: After having a number of failed Christmases over the years, Olivia wants to make certain that she makes the last Christmas that the entire family will be home for and spend together the best one ever at the Walton household.

Video Clip: (Spoiler Alert: this is the last scene of the episode!)




Little House on the Prairie - Blizzard at 7PM

Storyline: Miss Beadle delights her class by closing early for Christmas break because she wants them to get home before the coming snowstorm hits, but many children are caught in the blizzard and the townsmen search for them while the doctor treats frostbite.





Other Christmas TV Specials Today:

If you'd like to do a little Christmas shopping today, then check out QVC. All day long they will have their special Countdown to Christmas Sale! One of my personal favorites is Bethlehem Lights Seasonal Lighting.




My Christmas Movie Pick:

I decided my Christmas movie pick to *Mark the 25th* is the Great American Family movie: Much Ado About Christmas, which stars Susie Abromeit. I have this movie on my DVR, and thought it would be a fun re-watch before the premiere of Susie's new Great American Family movie this weekend, Love in Bloom!




Plus, I have great news! 
is now available to order on DVD

See all the details at Amazon - *click here*!



What is your Christmas pick to *Mark the 25th*! 
Be sure to share in comments below.

Have a Merry Day, everyone! 
Net🎄


Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Crown Media Changes Name + Casting News for Hallmark Series...



Deadline revealed this latest news: "The company, formerly known as Crown Media Family Networks, now has a new name: Hallmark Media."

Although, the word crown will not be used, it appears they will still be using the crown image, which is also well known with their iconic brand of Hallmark cards.

Under the umbrella of Hallmark Media, are three channels: the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama. Also included, is the streaming service: Hallmark Movies Now.



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Hallmark announced another cast addition to "The Way Home." Chyler Leigh, who you may recall from Hallmark Channel's "Window Wonderland" will join this new series.

Press release from Hallmark Media:

CHYLER LEIGH JOINS THE CAST 
OF "THE WAY HOME," 
A NEW, ORIGINAL PRIMETEIME SERIES 
SET TO BOW ON THE NETWORK IN 2023

STUDIO CITY, CA - August 9, 2022 - Chyler Leigh ("Supergirl," "Grey's Anatomy") has been cast in "The Way Home," the network's new, original primetime series slated to begin production later this month for a 2023 premiere on Hallmark Channel.

Leigh plays Kat Landry, who moved away from her small, Canadian farm town of Port Haven many years ago following a family tragedy, and remains estranged from her mother Del (Andie MacDowell) to this day. With her marriage coming to an end and having just been laid off from her job, Kat decides to return home after receiving an unexpected letter from Del urging her to come back. Although her 15-year-old daughter Alice is none-too-thrilled, Kat and her daughter arrive at her family's farm, though the reunion isn't what Kat had envisioned. As the three generations of women slowly work on finding their footing as a family, they embark on an enlightening - and surprising - journey none of them could have imagined.

"Chyler Leigh and Andie MacDowell are the perfect mother-daughter pairing for our new series, 'The Way Home,'" said Lisa Hamilton Daly, Executive Vice President, Programming, Crown Media Family Networks. "We at Hallmark Channel cannot wait for her to grace our screens as a member of this cast."

"The Way Home" is executive produced by Marly Reed and Arnie Zipursky for Neshama Entertainment; Larry Grimaldi, Hannah Pillemer and Fernando Szew for MarVista Entertainment; and Heather Conkie, Alexandra Clarke, Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh.

Leigh is represented by The Burstein Company, UTA and attorney Mitch Smelkinson.

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Friday, April 15, 2022

🌷 Have a Blessed Easter Weekend! 🌷 NEW Movies & EASTER Specials to Watch this Holiday Weekend! 🌼 See Here:


Easter E-card via DaySpring


Happy Easter Blessings to All My Dear Friends who visit here…

I hope your Easter weekend is filled with sunshine and much happiness as we rejoice that Christ is Risen! Hallelujah! Because of the Cross, the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus, we can be forgiven of our sins (if only we ask!) and spend eternity in Heaven with Him!

If you'd like to ask Jesus into your heart, please see the Prayer of Salvation at the end of this post.

You will find below - the faith-based films and inspirational programming airing this weekend in honor of Easter and more family-friendly films and shows...




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Friday, April 15 - Sunday April 17, 2022:

UPtv - Good Friday to Easter Sunday
Easter Lives Here


UPtv Easter Programming + New Movies:
(All times in EST.)

Friday, April 15 (Good Friday)
Jacob 1p
Joseph Part 1 3p
Joseph Part 2 5p
Mary, Mother of Jesus 7p
The Passion of the Christ 9p
The Passion of the Christ 11p
Jacob 1a

Saturday, April 16 (Holy Saturday)
Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton 10a CABLE TELEVISION PREMIERE
Mary, Mother of Jesus 11a
The Ten Commandments 1p
Moses Part 1 5p
Moses Part 2 7p
David Part 1 9p
David Part 2 11p
Mary, Mother of Jesus 1a

Sunday, April 17 (Happy Easter)
Reba McEntire: My Chains are Gone 9a
3rd Annual Stellar Music of Hope Special 10a CABLE TELEVISION PREMIERE
Courageous 12p
When We Last Spoke 2:30p
In-Lawfully Yours 5p
Faith, Hope & Love 7p WORLD BROADCAST PREMIERE
Small Group 9p WORLD BROADCAST PREMIERE
Faith, Hope & Love 11:30p
Small Group 1:30a




Story-line via UPtv: Recent divorcee Faith enters a dance contest to save her dance studio, where she meets Jimmy Hope and rediscovers her faith, and dreams.

Premieres Sunday, April 17, 2022
at 7pm/6c. on UPtv





Story-line via UPtv: A documentary filmmaker infiltrates a small church group to document how imperfect people live for Christ. When his producer gets angry and exposes him to the church, the director has to deal with the repercussions.

Premieres Sunday, April 17, 2022
at 9pm/8c. on UPtv



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Sunday, April 17, 2022:

Hallmark Channel - Easter Sunday



Enjoy an encore presentation of this adorably sweet Hallmark Easter movie!

Storyline via Hallmark: Marketing director at Cavendish Chocolates, Erin goes undercover to see why sales have declined and learns from handsome chocolatier Bryan automation has replaced quality. Later, at the museum, Erin is saddened to see the replica of the Cavendish egg, and is inspired by Bryan’s Easter egg sketches to go retro and bring back the legendary confection. Excited, the two, now sweet on each other, pitch the idea to board members, who know Erin is undercover. Too bad Bryan sees her photo at a Cavendish event and, feeling duped, wonders if he should accept the tasty offer from a rival company.

Encores Sunday, April 17, 2022
at 10am/9c. on the Hallmark Channel



Easter Sunday Marathon



See the When Calls the Heart - Easter Sunday Marathon
Sunday, April 17, 2022
Season 9 / Episodes 1-7
airing from 2pm-9pm EST.
on the Hallmark Channel
New Episode at 8pm! (details below)

Episode 7 - “Hope Valley Days: Part 1” :

Storyline: Mayor Hickam decides that Hope Valley needs to get back to its hopeful, joyous roots and decides to host Hope Valley Days, a collective celebration inspired by giving, fun, hope and love.



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Sunday, April 17, 2022:

Hallmark Drama - Easter Sunday
with Reunion Movies


Marathon airs ALL DAY LONG on Hallmark Drama leading up to A Walton Easter at 9pm EST.

A Walton Easter - A beautiful story of the family coming home at Easter time to celebrate their parents 40th anniversary... while Janet (John Boy's wife) is about to deliver their first born any day!

Each story is so precious and meaningful in the lives of the Walton family. This is a definite keepsake collection for anyone who ever loved The Waltons Series. See DVD here!




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Sunday, April 17, 2022:

Franklin Graham's Easter Message
from Ukraine on Easter Sunday


Evangelist Franklin Graham delivers a special Easter message from Ukraine nearly two months after the Russian invasion into the country.

Airs Sunday, April 17
at 12pm/11c on Fox News

Airs Sunday, April 17
at 3pm/2c on TBN




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TCM is airing Holiday Classics 
on Easter Weekend
TCM's Easter Sunday Schedule:
(All times in EST.)

~The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) - 6:30am
~Barabbas (1962) - 2:30pm
~Easter Parade (1948) - 8pm
~King of Kings (1961) - 10pm




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Lifetime is airing Faith-Based Movies
Easter Weekend

Lifetime Schedule:

Friday, April 15 (Good Friday)
(All times in EST.)
Highway to Heaven (2021 TV movie) - 6pm
I Can Only Imagine - 8pm and 12am

Sunday, April 17 (Happy Easter)
I Can Only Imagine - 10am
Soul Surfer - 12:30pm
Overcomer - 3pm
God Bless the Broken Road - 5:30pm

Encore Air Times for God Bless the Broken Road:
~Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 10:03 PM
~Monday, April 25, 2022 at 2:04 AM




On Sunday, Lifetime will air God Bless the Broken Road (first premiered in theaters in 2018) starring Lindsay Pulsipher and Andrew Walker. Since I haven't seen this movie, I checked out some of the reviews at Amazon for this Dove Approved movie and they are a bit mixed. Most say the movie has a good message, but it's a little slow moving, which is rather ironic since the movie is about auto racing. If you've seen God Bless the Broken Road, I'd love to hear your thoughts in comments below. I've always been intrigued that Andrew Walker (Bottled with Love, My Christmas Family Tree, etc...) also stars in the film as a race car driver.

Side note: By the way, speaking of Andrew Walker, he just recently joined several other Hallmark stars (including Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott), in signing a multi-picture deal with Hallmark.

God Bless the Broken Road storyline: "Amber's (Lindsay Pulsipher) ideal life is shattered when she loses her husband to the war in Afghanistan. Two years later, she finds herself in a struggle to save her home while providing for her 9-year-old daughter, Bree (Makenzie Moss). When up-and-coming race car driver Cody Jackson (Andrew W. Walker) rolls into town, Amber and Bree become wrapped up in his pedal to the metal way of life. With her faith hanging in the balance, Amber is forced to decide between the broken road she knows so well or trusting in a new path that God has provided."



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I pray you all have a very Happy and Joyous Easter! I'm so grateful Jesus overcame death on the cross, so those of us who trust in Him can also overcome death and one day live with Him in Heaven for all eternity. If you've never asked Jesus in your heart, and you would like to do so, please see the prayer of salvation below. Jesus can be your Savior today!


Recently, Candace Cameron Bure invited Danica McKellar to join her at her church for their annual Easter Passion Play; Candace also gifted her with one of her DaySpring One Step Closer Bibles and Danica shared in an Instagram story, “I will tell you, I have not had much of a Bible education in my life, a little bit here and there, but it’s not part of how I was raised,” she said. “I’m looking forward to learning more about it because Candice is a really awesome person and she’s got her own notes and things in here to kind of guide you through. Since I don’t know a lot about it, I’m looking forward to using it in that way. So thank you, Candice.” What a blessing to see Candace sharing her faith! It has truly blessed me and encouraged me to keep on doing the same.

May the joy of the Easter promise fill us up to overflowing and flow out of us this Easter!


Happy Resurrection Sunday!
God's Blessings to You All! Net


Prayer of Salvation:

Right now, wherever you are, repenting, lift your heart to God in prayer.

If you believe Jesus died on the cross to save you from your sin, you will also need to admit you are a sinner – as we all are. Romans 3:23 (KJV) says, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." If you have never confessed your sin and belief in Christ, take time to do it right now. Say these words out loud to God and believe them in your heart:

"Oh God, I know I am a sinner.

I believe Jesus was my substitute when He died on the Cross.

I believe His shed blood, death, burial, and resurrection were for me.

I now receive Jesus as my Savior.

I thank You for the forgiveness of my sins,

the gift of salvation and everlasting life,

because of Your merciful grace.

In Jesus name, I pray...

Amen."


Believe, and you will be saved.

God does the saving. All of it!

Share the Good News with others!

God bless you, my dear Brother or Sister in the Lord!

Happy Easter!