Travel Through Time - Hallmark Releases "A Grand Biltmore Christmas" Trailer

The Biltmore Estate once again opened its doors for another enchanting Christmas movie adventure!

Hallmark has unveiled the first trailer (see below) for A Grand Biltmore Christmas, the highly anticipated follow-up to the beloved 2023 holiday favorite, A Biltmore Christmas. This new premiere stars Holland Roden, Niall Matter, Andie MacDowell, and Jonathan Frakes, and it looks like it will carry us all away on another magical journey through time.

While the original film, starring Bethany Joy Lenz and Kristoffer Polaha, transported us more often into the past, this new chapter will send us back to the future!

Filmed at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, the story follows Elizabeth (Holland Roden) and Michael (Niall Matter), who first meet as teenagers in 1895. Twenty years later, fate reunites them, but an enchanted hourglass hidden within Biltmore's library suddenly sweeps them into the modern day. As they marvel at an unfamiliar century, they'll have to unravel the mystery of the magical hourglass and discover a way to return Elizabeth to her own time before history and her future is changed forever.

A Grand Biltmore Christmas Trailer:



Also, be sure to look for a sneak peek scene from A Grand Biltmore Christmas this weekend during the premiere of O Little Christmas Market!

May Your Day Be Grand
and Spectacular!

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"A Biltmore Christmas" Sequel Coming in 2026 with Holland Roden and Niall Matter

Variety is reporting that an all-new sequel to "A Biltmore Christmas" is in the works - starring Holland Roden ("Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas," "Holiday Touchdown: A Bill's Love Story") and Niall Matter ("Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," "We Met in December").

Jonathan Frakes will reprise his role from the original 2023 Hallmark movie in the new sequel.

This is the storyline provided by Hallmark to Variety:
"As Biltmore House opens for the first time on Christmas Eve 1895, 13-year-old Elizabeth and her family are holiday guests. When she notices Michael, a fellow teen caught trespassing by the staff, Elizabeth comes to his rescue by claiming to know him, much to his relief. The two share an instant connection and set out to explore Biltmore but Michael inexplicably vanishes. Twenty years later, Elizabeth is spending Christmas at Biltmore and this time, is accompanied by James, a suitor her Aunt Maysilee is keen for her to wed. When a stranger asks Elizabeth to dance at the Christmas gala, she’s shocked to discover it’s Michael. Thrilled to reunite with her friend, she throws herself into his arms. But the world around her changes in an instant when Elizabeth is transported into the modern world with Michael, a tourist from the present day who had traveled to the past 20 years prior with the help of a magical hourglass in Biltmore’s library. Now, Elizabeth and Michael must find a way to send her back to her time, while not arousing the suspicion of Michael’s mother and sister during their family vacation. As Elizabeth experiences life and Christmas in the 21st century, she and Michael become close. When the time comes for her to return to 1915, Elizabeth must decide whether she’ll resume the life that’s been chosen for her or if her heart will lead her down a new path in the present."

According to the article, "production begins next month at the Biltmore Estate." It will also "showcase Biltmore’s Rooftop, Pergola, Swimming Pool, Bowling Alley, Breakfast Room, Oak Sitting Room, Main Kitchen, Music Room, Mrs. Vanderbilt’s Bedroom."

I'm thrilled to share this news with all of you! I love the original "A Biltmore Christmas" movie starring Bethany Joy Lenz and Kristoffer Polaha, and I think Holland and Niall will make an excellent pairing in this sequel, which is also written by Marcy Holland.

Please share your thoughts in comments below. Are you looking forward to another time-travel adventure?

Merry Christmas Week

to You All!

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🎄🏈 Did You *Catch* It? 🏈🎄 Hallmark Releases Poster, Promo, & Premiere Date for Christmas Movie, 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story'

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It's official! It's time to tackle Hallmark's Christmas movie news!

On the NFL's big game day yesterday, the Hallmark Channel released exciting news for their upcoming football-themed *Countdown to Christmas* movie, 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story,' which will star Holland Roden and Matthew Daddario!

Additionally, the cast also features more Hallmark favorites, including Andrew Walker and Patti Murin.

( images via: Hallmark Media / Patti Murin )

And football fans, be sure to look for cameos from Buffalo Bills players Damar Hamlin and Dion Dawkins.

Holland Roden, Matthew Daddario, and Andrew Walker teamed up at the Buffalo Bills game yesterday (pictured above) to promote their upcoming movie. For a while, it looked like the Bills might fall short, but in true Hallmark fashion, the day ended with a comeback and a happy ending. The team pulled off a nail-biting 41–40 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.


Here's the official movie poster for 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story,' newly released by Hallmark Media:

So, when can we expect 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' on our TV screens?

The all-new *Countdown to Christmas* movie kicks off on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 8pm/7c!


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'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' promo:




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Plus, here's the 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story' official storyline via Hallmark:

"The Quinns and DeLucas have lived next door to each other for decades in the shadow of Highmark Stadium – the home of their beloved Buffalo Bills. With their longtime friendship rooted in being proud members of Bills Mafia, the two clans have enjoyed cherished traditions that revolve around cheering for their favorite team – especially at the holidays when they celebrate the last home game before Christmas. Pediatric doctor Morgan Quinn (Roden) and the Bills’ VP of Stadium Development Gabe DeLuca (Daddario) have always been close friends, but Gabe has always held a torch for her – a fact obvious to their families (Pollan, Aaron, Schirripa)…and everyone else who crosses their path.

When Morgan learns from her Uncle Tommy (Pantoliano) that someone anonymously helped her family get by after he was drafted more than 60 years ago – and that he continues to receive a Christmas gift each year to this day –she decides to find his benefactor and give her uncle a Christmas he’ll always remember. Aided by Bills Mafia friends of theirs, Morgan and Gabe work together to unwrap the gifter’s identity. Along the way, Gabe’s love for Morgan deepens and in turn, she begins to see him in a new light though neither is daring enough to admit their feelings.

Meanwhile, Morgan’s hopes of pulling off her surprise for Uncle Tommy get sacked. That is, until Gabe takes matters into his own hands and uses his connections with the Bills to pull off the surprise of a lifetime for Morgan and both their families that will make this a Christmas they’ll never forget."


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This storyline actually brings to mind Holland Roden’s previous Hallmark Christmas movies, 'Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas' and 'Five Gold Rings.' In both of those films, her character is also on a heartfelt search and discovers love!

Stay tuned for MUCH MORE Christmas movie news!

Game on!

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✨🎄 Sneak Peek: Christmas 2025 on Hallmark Channel & Great American Family

images: Hallmark Media / Great American Media
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If you were watching any of the Christmas movies over the 4th of July holiday weekend, then you may have caught some or all of the new Christmas previews for the upcoming Christmas season!

These sneak peeks offer a glimpse into the festive magic that's coming later this year, featuring heartwarming stories, familiar faces, and brand-new holiday cheer.

Be sure to share your favorite previews in the comments below! Plus, there's another sneak peek coming tonight during Hallmark Channel's documentary-type show, Christmas at Sea.


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🎄Christmas Previews:

Home Sweet Christmas Wedding, starring Candace Cameron Bure & Cameron Mathison - Coming to Great American Christmas 2025




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The Christmas Spark, starring Mario Lopez and Ali Cobrin - Coming to Great American Christmas 2025




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Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story, starring Holland Roden, Matthew Daddario, Tracy Pollan, Caroline Aaron, Joe Pantoliano, and Steve Schirripa - Coming to the Hallmark Channel 2025




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Mistletoe Murders season one, starring Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney, is premiering on the Hallmark Channel this holiday season, and here’s a look at Season 2.




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This next preview below highlights even more Christmas movies and shows coming to the Hallmark Channel in 2025, including Tamera Mowry-Housley hosting a new Hallmark baking competition series called "Baked with Love: Holiday," Mae Whitman, Jane Seymour, and Mary McDonnell starring in the new Hallmark Channel six-episode limited holiday series titled "The Twelve Dates of Christmas," Janel Parrish starring in the new military-themed Christmas movie, "Christmas on Duty," and more!




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There’s so much to look forward to in the upcoming holiday season, and we're just starting to get a glimpse!

Stay tuned for more updates as the Countdown to Christmas continues!

As always, let's keep the joy of Christmas 

in our hearts all year long!

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Hallmark Announces Cast of Christmas Movie, “Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story” - See WHO Made The Cut

screengrab via: Hallmark Media

Hallmark is scoring big with their latest casting news for "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story," announced exclusively today via Variety.

This football-themed film is stacking its roster with star power, headlined by Holland Roden, Matthew Daddario, and Joe Pantoliano, with supporting roles from Tracy Pollan, Caroline Aaron, and Steve Schirripa.

According to Variety, several Buffalo Bills players will make appearances in the film, including head coach Sean McDermott, running back Ray Davis, safety Damar Hamlin, offensive tackle Dion Dawkins, tight end Dawson Knox, long snapper Reid Ferguson, defensive tackle DeWayne Carter, and wide receiver Joshua Palmer.

The film will also feature a host of special cameos. Bills legend Jim Kelly, along with former players Steve Tasker, Thurman Thomas, Scott Norwood, and Andre Reed, are all set to appear, as well as team announcer Chris Brown. Luke Russert, son of the late journalist and devoted Bills fan Tim Russert, will also make a cameo.

Hallmark also released this official storyline:

"The Quinns and DeLucas have lived next door to each other for decades in the shadow of Highmark Stadium – the home of their beloved Buffalo Bills. With their longtime friendship rooted in being proud members of Bills Mafia, the two clans have enjoyed cherished traditions that revolve around cheering for their favorite team – especially at the holidays when they celebrate the last home game before Christmas. Pediatric doctor Morgan Quinn (Roden) and the Bills’ VP of Stadium Development Gabe DeLuca (Daddario) have always been close friends, but Gabe has always held a torch for her – a fact obvious to their families (Pollan, Aaron, Schirripa)…and everyone else who crosses their path.

When Morgan learns from her Uncle Tommy (Pantoliano) that someone anonymously helped her family get by after he was drafted more than 60 years ago – and that he continues to receive a Christmas gift each year to this day –she decides to find his benefactor and give her uncle a Christmas he’ll always remember. Aided by Bills Mafia friends of theirs, Morgan and Gabe work together to unwrap the gifter’s identity. Along the way, Gabe’s love for Morgan deepens and in turn, she begins to see him in a new light though neither is daring enough to admit their feelings.

Meanwhile, Morgan’s hopes of pulling off her surprise for Uncle Tommy get sacked. That is, until Gabe takes matters into his own hands and uses his connections with the Bills to pull off the surprise of a lifetime for Morgan and both their families that will make this a Christmas they’ll never forget."


Look for “Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story” to air during Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas 2025!

Have a Merry Day!

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'Tipline Mysteries Dial 1 for Murder' To Premiere in June - #Sleuthers See Here:

Good news, Sleuthers!

The all-new mystery Tipline Mysteries Dial 1 for Murder will be premiering on Hallmark Mystery in June after the film initially premieres in May on their streaming service, Hallmark Movies Now.

See details in Hallmark Media's Press Release:

A CALL TO A NEWSPAPER TIP LINE

DRAWS AN AMATEUR SLEUTH INTO

A DANGEROUS HOMICIDE CASE

HOLLAND RODEN AND CHRIS MCNALLY

STAR IN

TIPLINE MYSTERIES: DIAL 1 FOR MURDER

A NEW, ORIGINAL PREMIERING JUNE 7,

ON HALLMARK MYSTERY

Hallmark Movies Now Subscribers Get Early Access Starting May 16

A tipline operator finds danger on the line, when Holland Roden (Teen Wolf) and Chris McNally (When Calls the Heart, Firefly Lane) star in Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder, a new, original movie premiering Friday, June 7 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on Hallmark Mystery. Hallmark Movies Now Subscribers get early access starting May 16.

Maddie Moore (Roden) is a concierge at a hotel in Detroit, Michigan, who moonlights at Detroit Free Press in their tipline department. Most nights, calls run anywhere from alien sightings to lost cats. One night, however, Maddie receives a cryptic call warning of a jewelry heist. When Maddie brings this to the police, she finds that her usual, complacent contact has retired and has been replaced by the newly promoted Detective Beeks (McNally). Unfortunately, despite his stellar reputation as an officer, Detective Beeks doesn’t take Maddie’s anonymous tips any more seriously than his predecessor. Maddie, who has always taken exhaustive notes, isn’t ready to let it go. Using an app that allows her to listen into the city’s police scanner, she overhears a dispatch call about a jewelry heist involving a possible homicide. Immediately connecting it to the anonymous tip, Maddie rushes to the scene of the crime, only for Detective Beeks to turn her away. Undeterred, Maddie decides to investigate on her own, sometimes using her day job as a cover, and she continues to cross paths with Detective Beeks. When Maddie’s insights prove to be useful, Detective Beeks reluctantly joins forces with her. However, when the investigation takes a dangerous turn, Maddie begins to worry that her number just might be up.

Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder is from Timeless Pictures in association with USA Today & Gannett Co. and MarVista Entertainment. Aidan Heatley, Ben C. Silverman, Michael R. Goldstein, Alexandre Coscas, Todd Hoffman, David Hamlin and Fernando Szew are executive producers. Ronny Kurland is co-executive producer. Produced by Matthew Santoro. Jessica Harmon and Cynde Harmon directed from a script by Christine Conradt.

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Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Syd Wong

Hopefully, we can get an idea on this new mystery from someone who has Hallmark Movies Now- before the movie premieres in June.

Happy Sleuthing!

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Series & Streaming News + Happy (early) 8 Months 'til Christmas!

Today's post is a round-up of What's New on TV this week and in Streaming, and you're invited to Countdown to Christmas with us as we *Mark the 25th Day* of the Month -Tomorrow!

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Catch the third episode of Elkhorn - on Thursday night at 9pm/8c on INSP.

Episode 3 ∙ Rustlers

Details via INSP: Theodore Roosevelt's early efforts to become a cattleman are jeopardized when a neighboring rancher accuses his men of rustling cattle. To save Elkhorn's reputation, Roosevelt and his men must capture the real thief and return the stolen livestock.

Previous episodes of Elkhorn can be seen on INSP's YouTube page - Episode 1 and Episode 2.

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Heartland returns with Season 17 in the U.S. on the streaming service, UP Faith & Family and the season premiere episode is also the 250th Episode of Heartland!

Details via UP Faith & Family: The commercial-free subscription streaming service UP Faith & Family, the leader in uplifting entertainment, will be the first place in the U.S. to premiere Heartland season 17 and the only place fans can stream until early next year. Beginning April 25, the service will add new episodes weekly with a three-week break after episode five. During the hiatus, UP Faith & Family will debut all-new exclusive content for fans.

Season 17. Episode 1-
Available April 25th on UP Faith & Family

EPISODE 1701: “The Path Less Traveled” 250th Episode:

Synopsis: Amy is surprised when a very pregnant Mallory shows up at the ranch with a wild horse. Jack and Tim face new competition, and Lou grapples with a familiar opponent in her campaign to be re-elected.


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Hallmark Movies Now (Hallmark's streaming service) has a new promo out for May, which gives clips of an all-new mystery titled, Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder. The new mystery will premiere on the streamer- Thursday, May 16th, and will star Chris McNally (When Calls the Heart) and Holland Roden (Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas).

More details to come!

Here's the new Hallmark Movies Now video promo:




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Happy (early) 8 Months 'til Christmas!

Tomorrow is April 25th, and if you've been a follower here at It's a Wonderful Movie for a while, then you know on each 25th day of the month we highlight the day as we Countdown to Christmas! 

In honor of the 25th, we try to watch something Christmassy on this day - a movie, cartoon, etc... If you'd like to participate, simply share what Christmas movie/show you plan to watch to *Mark the 25th* in comments below.

My schedule is a little busy this week, so I'm going to try to catch some of Call Me Mrs. Miracle, in honor of the fact that Eric Johnson will be Candace Cameron Bure's co-star in her upcoming Great American Family Christmas movie, A Christmas Less Traveled. I just adore that Hallmark movie classic!

Also, the Hallmark Channel has some fun Christmas movies airing Friday night - here are two I recommend-

It's Christmas, Eve - 7pm/6c
Three Wise Men & a Baby - 11pm/10c


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Have a Wonderful Day, Everyone!

Stay tuned for my weekend movie post on Friday and something special tomorrow!

Blessings to you all,

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