2 Hallmark Movies Newly Released on DVD Today with "When Hope Calls" Connection!

Both actresses from "When Hope Calls," Jocelyn Hudon and Cindy Busby, have Hallmark action-adventure movies being released on DVD today!

Jocelyn Hudon starred in the first season of "When Hope Calls," and Cindy Busby will star in season 2, set to premiere this year on Great American Family.

See all of the details below. 

This is Amazon's #1 New Release in Romance...


Hallmark 2 Movie Collection:
Falling in Love in Niagara
A Whitewater Romance

DVD Release Date: January 21, 2025

Click here for the current price at Amazon

Click here for the current price at Walmart

By the way, if you'd like more details on "When Hope Calls," Cindy Busby will be doing a Facebook Live Event TONIGHT on Great American Family's Facebook page. (Tuesday, January 21st at 8pm EST.) Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott stated on X that Cindy will be answering questions about "When Hope Calls"!

I'm hoping I can be there at that time, and I hope many of you can also join in!

Blessings, 

Net

Which Movie/Series Will You Fall For This Weekend? 🎬 SEE HERE:

Hey there, movie friends! This weekend, we have drama, romance, mystery, and adventure - in the new movie and series episodes!

Plus, for all of us POstables, we have a very special treat - an entire weekend movie marathon (minus the Christmas movie, bummer!) of Signed, Sealed, Delivered! Seeing the older movies always gets me even more excited about the two new SSD movies to come - one this year and the other movie coming in 2025! See the marathon schedule below.

Hallmark's new *Spring into Love* movie, Falling in Love in Niagara takes place at the gorgeous Niagara Falls. Have you ever been to Niagara Falls to see it in person? Or, have you seen another waterfall? Please share in the comments below. I give my answer to this at the end of this post.

Here are the details on the weekend premieres...


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Saturday, April 20, 2024:

Falling in Love in Niagara

Storyline: After her fiancé leaves her before their wedding, MADELINE goes to Niagara Falls to honeymoon without him. There, she reconnects with her adventurous side, learns to let go, and finds new love.

Falling in Love in Niagara

Premieres Saturday, April 20, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Note: An Anonymous reviewer shared that this movie is clean, and Maria also shared this review below...

Movie Review:

🌼 I got to watch Falling in Love With Niagara early, and I LOVED it!! –Maria

If you like Jocelyn Hudon's fashions seen in Falling in Love With Niagara, then be sure to visit the lovely blog It's a Wonderful Lifestyle for details!


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Sunday, April 21, 2024:

Blue Ridge: The Series

Episode 3 "Heels and Faces" :

The shady promoter of a local pro wrestling alliance is found dead under the ring at the Blue Ridge High School. As Justin and the team dig into his past, they find that almost everyone he knew had a motive to kill.

Blue Ridge: The Series

Season 1, Episode 3

Premieres Sunday, April 21, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Cowboy Way Channel

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Sunday, April 21, 2024:

When Calls the Heart

Season 11 - Episode 3 - “Steps Forward” :

Storyline: Rosemary and Bill team up to investigate a case they believe shouldn’t be closed. The women of Hope Valley start a daycare. Hickam and Mei celebrate a milestone.

When Calls the Heart

Season 11 - Episode 3

Airs Sunday, April 21, 2024

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Programming Notes:

*Into the Wild Frontier will not have a new episode this Sunday on INSP; however, a new episode will premiere next weekend. Stay tuned for details.

*Catch the Signed, Sealed, Delivered Movie Marathon all weekend long on Hallmark Mystery!

Signed, Sealed, Delivered Marathon Schedule -

Saturday:

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Movie (Pilot Episode) - 11am

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: From Paris with Love - 1pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Truth be Told - 3pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Impossible Dream - 5pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: From the Heart - 7pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: One in a Million - 9pm


Sunday:

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Lost Without You - 11am

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Higher Ground - 1pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Home Again - 3pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Road Less Traveled - 5pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To the Altar - 7pm

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Vows We Have Made - 9pm


*See the complete chronological order of the Signed, Sealed, Delivered series - *here*.



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Okay, so I asked above if you have ever been to Niagara Falls or seen a waterfall in person? Please give your response in the comments below.

As for myself... I have not seen Niagara Falls in person, yet, but while on a trip with my family once, we happened to see a sign that was for a large waterfall. Well, we had some extra time, and the waterfall was in a small town, so we followed the signs, and there it was! I remember that exhilarating feeling of awe as we walked over to see it closer up. It was one of those solemn moments when everyone is quiet and just takes it all in. Words can hardly express. The waterfall was gorgeous, breathtaking, and magnificent... another masterpiece by God! I remember seeing all the various vivid colors of white and blue mixed together and the loud slushing sound of rushing water falling over the rocky ledge. It was truly an incredible sight to behold, peaceful and soothing. I don't recall the specific name of the waterfall, but its beauty and that special moment shared with my family will remain with me for a lifetime.

Whatever you watch or do, I hope you all have a wonderful weekend planned.

If you'd like to share a review of the new Hallmark movie or any of these series, please share in the comments below.

Blessings to you all!

Net

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☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀️

"Deep calls to deep 

in the roar of your waterfalls; 

all your waves and breakers 

have swept over me."

~Psalm 42:7

What does Psalm 42:7 mean? via bibleref.com:

The phrase "deep calls to deep" can reflect a few possible meanings. One is that the deep waves and waterfalls are being followed by other, equally deep waves. This would imply a constant barrage: an unending chain of these overwhelming feelings and experiences. Another interpretation is that the depths of the psalmist's desire for God (Psalm 42:1) call out for an intense response from the Lord. Either connects to similar phrasing used in the book of Jonah, when Jonah recalls his experience being swallowed by a sea creature (Jonah 2:3).

When trials sweep over a believer, he can take courage, knowing that the Lord has a purpose in allowing those trials. Trials have the capacity to draw believers closer to the Lord if they see them as serving the Lord's purpose. In Romans 5:3–5, Paul explains that "we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us." In love, God allows trials to inflict believers, not to make them bitter, but to make them better.

💕 Hallmark's NEW Romantic-Comedy Has Many Plot Twists and Turns + NEW Movie News and MORE 👉👉

See a new Rom-Com premiere, Romance with a Twist, starring Jocelyn Hudon and Oliver Renaud, airing this weekend on the Hallmark Channel.

Plus, UPtv has the cable premiere of My Perfect Romance, starring Kimberly-Sue Murray, Christopher Russell, Morgan Fairchild, Lauren Holly, and Jodie Sweetin.

Speaking of Jodie Sweetin, a new Jane Mysteries is currently in post-production titled... The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription. And in case you're wondering, Stephen Huszar is also back in this second film as Detective John Cameron. This new mystery should be coming sometime down the road to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

And for those of us who love Christmas movie news, Christopher Russell is currently filming Operation Nutcracker with Ashley Newbrough.

See details on the new romantic-comedies airing this weekend, plus an Awards Show on Saturday night with Candace Cameron Bure, and extra Programming Notes - all below...


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Saturday, January 27, 2024:

Romance with a Twist

Storyline: Luna (Jocelyn Hudon) is a former dancer, who left that dream behind for a grounded life managing her family’s construction business and gets the opportunity to transform a gymnasium into a studio for aerials. As she sneaks a moment to try dancing in the silks, she is surreptitiously discovered by Bennet (Oliver Renaud), a professional aerialist, who has returned home from performing around the world. Bennet is none too pleased to walk in to find his contractor messing around on the silks, but when his partner for an upcoming show drops out, he soon recruits Luna to perform with him. As the hard work of this dynamic sport and the joys of Luna returning to her roots as a dancer bring them closer together, will their relationship crash, or will they find a way to reach new heights?

Romance with a Twist

Premieres Saturday, January 27, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, January 28, 2024:

My Perfect Romance

Storyline: Robinson Tech is launching a new dating service, but when its CEO, Wes Robinson and tech developer, Vivian Blair are challenged on Live TV to test the service themselves, the algorithm shows some interesting results.

My Perfect Romance

Premieres Sunday, January 28, 2024

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

*Note: This movie is from 2018, but it will have its cable movie premiere - Sunday night on UPtv.


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Programming Notes:




(Click on the images above to enlarge)
(Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, and Candace Cameron Bure - photo credit: Cara Robbins/Getty Images for Family Film and TV Awards)

CBS:

Saturday, January 27, 2024:

The Family Film And TV Awards were previously taped, but will air this Saturday night at 8pm ET. on CBS. The Awards program was hosted by Akbar Gbajabiamila (The Talk) and Amanda Kloots (Fit for Christmas).

Candace Cameron Bure (My Christmas Hero and animated voice of the CBS Christmas cartoon, Reindeer in Here) was one of many stars in attendance. She and the cast of Full House were nominated for Best Iconic Classic Series (Television).


Hallmark Channel:

Notable Romantic-Comedies airing this weekend:

Saturday: Hearts of Winter, A New Year's Resolution, Summer Villa, Royal Matchmaker, Romance with a Twist (New Premiere), and A Scottish Love Scheme.

Sunday: Very, Very, Valentine, Raise a Glass to Love, My Secret Valentine, Dating the Delaneys, and Romance with a Twist (Encore), and The Wedding Cottage.


Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:

Mystery Marathons-

Saturday: Murder, She Baked / Hannah Swensen Mysteries

Sunday: Aurora Teagarden Mysteries (all starring Candace Cameron Bure)


Hallmark Drama:

Saturday: The Waltons Reunion Movies

Sunday: Hallmark Rom-Coms - True Love Blooms, Summer in the City, Summer Love, Royal Hearts, etc...


Great American Family:

Mystery Marathons-

Saturday: Murder, She Wrote

Sunday: Columbo


UPtv:

Sunday: Rom-Coms - The Clue to Love (caution- see movie reviews), Love Under the Lemon Tree, The Dating List, Love on Retreat, My Perfect Romance (New Cable Premiere), Love, Bubbles, and Crystal Cove, Love on the Road, and Blueprint to the Heart.


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Whatever you watch or do, I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

I'll be spending some special time with my family; I'm planning to watch (or record for later) The Family Film And TV Awards, and hopefully, I'll catch a movie or two!

*Please Note: I haven't pre-screened the new movies premiering this weekend. If you'd like to post a review on whether these films are family-friendly, please share in the comments below. Thank you so much to everyone who shares with us.

Blessings to You All!

Net

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❤️ SHARING HIS LOVE:❤️

"Be completely humble and gentle;

be patient,

bearing with one another in love."

~Ephesians 4:2

Happy Palm Sunday This Weekend! See Inspirational, Faith-Based Programming and More...

As we begin this Holy Week before Easter with Palm Sunday, I wanted to share with you all some of the inspirational, faith-based programming airing this weekend. Let us rejoice during this special time as we reflect on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, who gave His life as a sacrifice for our sins, so we could live for eternity in heaven with Him!

"Glory in His holy name; 

let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice." 

~Psalm 105:3

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Saturday, April 1, 2023:

The Ten Commandments

(1956)

ABC will have their annual airing of the movie The Ten Commandments this Saturday evening, the weekend before Easter, with Charlton Heston as Moses. I am in awe every time I watch this film and see the water part as the children of Israel make their exodus from Egypt and cross the Red Sea.

The Ten Commandments begins at 7pm/6c. on ABC.

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Saturday, April 1, 2023:

The Hallmark Channel is premiering the only new movie this weekend with the *Spring Into Love* movie...

Love in the Maldives

Storyline: Rae Parker (Hudon) has a very fabulous, single life that attracts thousands of readers to her monthly travel column, “Reservation for One.” Rae is surprised when her editor wants to send her to the world’s most romantic vacation destination -- The Conrad Maldives. She’s an adventurous spirit and staying at the luxurious Muraka makes it difficult for her to find the type of experiences she needs to write an article worthy of her column. It doesn’t help that Rae is terribly afraid of the open ocean and a hotel that floats in the middle of it. After a few failed solo attempts, Rae realizes she needs some guidance and support to undertake some of the challenges outside of her comfort zone. The Conrad’s guest experience expert, Jared Joseph (Manley), steps in and makes it his personal mission to give Rae the adventure she’s looking for…

Love in the Maldives

Premieres Saturday, April 1, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Please Note: Much of the movie, Love in the Maldives, takes place on the beach, so characters will be seen in swimwear.



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Sunday, April 2, 2023:

Love Comes Softly Movie Marathon

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Sunday Schedule:

Love Comes Softly - 11AM
Love's Enduring Promise - 1PM
Love's Long Journey - 3PM
Love's Abiding Joy - 5PM
Love's Unending Legacy - 7PM
Love's Unfolding Dream - 9PM

*These inspirational films are based on the heartwarming series of books by Christian author, Janette Oke.





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Sunday, April 2, 2023:

UPtv's Palm Sunday Schedule:

The Ten Commandments mini-series (2006) - 10 a.m. ET
The Chosen Season 2 Marathon -  2 – 11 p.m. ET

See more of UPtv's Easter Schedule for Holy Week - here.



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Please note: I haven't pre-screened the new movie listed above. If you'd like to post a review on whether this film is family-friendly, please share in comments.

May you know the joy and peace 

that comes from knowing Jesus is risen!

A Blessed Palm Sunday weekend to you all,

Net

☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀️

"And many spread their garments in the way: and others cut down branches off the trees, and strawed them in the way.

And they that went before, and they that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna; Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord:

Blessed be the kingdom of our father David, that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

~Mark 11:8-10 (KJV)

THIS WEEKEND: GAC Family's First New Movie Premiere! Hallmark's Christmas Movies Begin! Plus, an UPtv Rom-Com and Charlie Brown in the Pumpkin Patch! *SEE HERE:

Celebrate Autumn and Christmas!

CHRISTMAS MOVIE ALERT: The Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries have finally released their complete 2021 Christmas movie line-up!

See the Hallmark Channel - *here*

and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries - *here*!

This is an extra busy weekend for new movie premieres - GAC Family is premiering their First Ever NEW Movie this Saturday night with Jessica Lowndes and Chad Michael Murray, the Hallmark Channel & Hallmark Movies & Mysteries will now have Christmas movies, old and new - 24/7, and UPtv will premiere a new rom-com starring Jocelyn Hudon! Plus, don't forget good old Charlie Brown!

See all the details below...

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Friday, October 22, 2021:

It's the first Hallmark Channel *Countdown to Christmas* movie of the holiday season with Danica McKellar and Benjamin Ayres in...

You, Me & The Christmas Trees

Story: Olivia (McKellar) is Connecticut’s resident expert on evergreens who, just days before the holiday, agrees to help Jack (Ayres), a fourth-generation Christmas tree farmer in Avon. A mysterious illness has befallen their firs, causing them to die out and threatening his family’s 100-year business. As Olivia tries to get to the root of the problem and extends her stay in town, she and Jack spend more time together and feelings begin to develop.

You, Me & The Christmas Trees premieres

Friday, October 22, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, October 23, 2021:

*This movie has been available to watch through various streaming sources; however, this is it's first premiere on cable TV in the U.S.

See the GAC Family cable premiere with Cindy Busby and Kevin McGarry in...

Autumn Stables

I interviewed Cindy Busby back in 2018 for her Hallmark movie, Royal Hearts, and we briefly discussed Autumn Stables at the time. You can see that interview - here.

Story: Autumn decides to sell her upstate New York horse ranch to Jake, who vows to make very few changes. When he begins to make huge renovations, two begin bicker. As they gradually begin to find common ground, they slowly start falling in love.

Autumn Stables airs

Saturday, October 23, 2021

at 6pm/5c. on GAC Family

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Saturday, October 23, 2021:

It's the first GAC Family movie premiere with Jessica Lowndes and Chad Michael Murray in...

An Autumn Romance

Story: In "An Autumn Romance," when Seattle-based librarian Taylor Harris (Lowndes) suddenly loses her job, she travels to Montana to visit her brother Craig (Andres) and his wife Christine (Ogunsuyi) and quickly finds herself immersed in her brother's effort to save the Graff Hotel, which has been purchased by tech tycoon Joel Sheenan (Murray) and his associate, Ray Dixon (Brown). The town of Forest Ridge, Montana is split on Joel's decision to turn the once quaint hotel into an upscale property for tourists. To protect the hotel's charm and her brother's place of employment, Taylor goes on a search to find a significant historical event that will qualify the hotel for landmark status and prevent the City Council from issuing permits for its renovation. With the clock ticking, Taylor seizes on a photograph that has the potential to verify the property's historical value while also providing an invaluable piece of personal history to the hotel's new owner.

An Autumn Romance premieres

Saturday, October 23, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on GAC Family

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Saturday, October 23, 2021:

Countdown to Christmas continues on the Hallmark Channel with...

Boyfriends of Christmas Past

Leading up to Christmas, marketing executive, Lauren (Kim), is visited by the ghosts of four ex-boyfriends. She must learn to open her heart or risk losing her best friend, Nate (Ablack).

Boyfriends of Christmas Past premieres

Saturday, October 23, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, October 23, 2021

It's Hallmark's first Miracles of Christmas movie for the holiday season with...

Christmas in My Heart

Story: Concert violinist Beth (Hemmens) tutors the daughter of reclusive Country music star Sean (Macfarlane) to prep her for the holiday concert. They are joined through the connective power of music.

Christmas in My Heart premieres

Saturday, October 23, 2021

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

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Sunday, October 24, 2021:

Welcome back all three of The Peanuts Gang holiday specials for the season, starting with...

 

It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

In the 1966 animated special “It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” The PEANUTS gang celebrates Halloween, with Linus hoping that, finally, he will be visited by The Great Pumpkin, while Charlie Brown is invited to a Halloween party.

It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown airs

Sunday, October 24, 2021

at 7:30pm EST. on PBS

(Please check your local PBS listings for the exact air time.)

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Sunday, October 24, 2021

Will Jocelyn Hudon and Jake Foy tie the knot in UPtv's all new rom-com...

Eat, Drink, & Be Married

Story: Just three days out from their wedding day, Jess and Max are ready to call it quits from the out-of-control planning. They visit Billie, the owner of a wedding donation company, specializing in donating leftover wedding elements to those in need. However Max’s brother Charlie will stop at nothing to keep them together, he enlists the help of Billie to ensure this meant-to-be couple gets hitched once and for all.

Eat, Drink, & Be Married premieres

Sunday, October 24, 2021

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, October 24, 2021:

It's a comedy / mystery with Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas movie...

The Santa Stakeout

Story: Tanya (Mowry-Housely) is a police detective who is reluctantly partnered with fellow detective Ryan (Campbell) to solve a recent string of heists taking place during high-profile holiday parties around town. They go undercover as newlyweds Tasha and Rupert, moving into the vacant house next to Mr. Miller (Pantoliano), the jovial chair of the community’s Christmas committee…and the prime suspect in the case. As Tanya and Ryan partake in the neighborhood’s holiday happenings to keep up appearances and crack the case, they get swept up in Christmas. Before they know it, their cover story as a couple in love starts to become reality.

The Santa Stakeout premieres

Sunday, October 24, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Well, here we go... off into the Holiday Season!

I'm excited to see the launch of new Christmas movies with You, Me & The Christmas Trees, but I haven't quite decided which of the other Christmas movies I'm going to watch, yet; however, I am definitely re-watching Autumn Stables (I've seen it through streaming) and the premiere of An Autumn Romance on GAC Family. Then, on Sunday night, for me it's all about - It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Plus, I'm looking forward to seeing Jocelyn Hudon (When Hope Calls) in Eat, Drink, & Be Married on UPtv!

Please Note: I have NOT pre-screened these NEW movies mentioned above. If YOU happen to watch any of the new movies over the weekend and want to share a review, please stop back by and leave a comment. I know everyone here would be grateful to know any information you are willing to share. You can always sign your name or use anonymous, whatever you like.

Have a Wonderful Weekend, Everyone!

Joyous Christmas Blessings! Net

SHINING HIS LIGHT:

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

so that whoever believes in me

may not remain in darkness.”

~John 12:46

UPtv OCTOBER 2021 TV Movie Premieres! 🌞 SEE HERE:

Look for the Premiere of "Love at Sky Gardens," "Calling for Love," "Overcomer," and "Eat, Drink, & Be Married" on UPtv in October!

See details below...

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Love at Sky Gardens

Original Air Date: October 10, 2021

Starring: Jenny Raven and Andrew Bushell

Story-line via UPtv: Deirdre’s life is split between her day job as a barista and her passion for designing rooftop gardens. When Deirdre accidentally spills coffee on regular customer and event planner, Marcus, before a big meeting with his boss, it sets the wrong tone for him to discuss a job promotion. Deirdre offers to help Marcus get back on track by lending her rooftop garden design services for his boss’ next big event—a wedding! His boss agrees to Deirdre’s help but also wants Jacob, Marcus’ competition for the promotion, to co-plan the wedding. As they work around the clock together, Marcus and Deirdre notice something more about each other and love takes root. But a series of misunderstandings threaten to wilt their growing love. It will take a small miracle to bring them back together where love blossoms—Sky Gardens.


Movie Review:

"I screened this movie before the premiere; I thought it was rather average and lacking chemistry. Lead girl, Deirdre, works at a coffee shop as a barista, but also creates designs for rooftop sky gardens. Deirdre has a serious crush on Marcus, a regular customer she calls “cute suit,” but she never really speaks to him. Her co-worker, a guy, encourages her to talk to him and ask him out – including the comment, “If you don’t, I will.” They both laugh and she pokes him on the arm; it’s not obvious if he’s serious or teasing. The next morning - we see Marcus (cute suit guy), who is insecure at his big corporate job at Sky Events, coming out of his shower at home – he’s seen from the waist up, wet, and shirtless – he grabs a towel and puts it around his waist – giving himself a pep talk in the mirror. I thought it was a bit too much. Did we really need to see him so exposed? Later on, when both Deirdre and Marcus are having a bad day – she accidentally spills coffee on his suit. She tries to apologize to him, but he just insults her as a barista. Deirdre sticks up for herself and tells him, she doesn’t just pour coffee, she creates beautiful, eco, sky gardens, too. He kind of laughs it off as not being serious, but when a famous couple comes in to Sky Events looking for something unique, spiritual and earthy for their wedding, Marcus blurts out the sky garden idea, and they, of course, love it. Then, Marcus desperately needs Deirdre’s help to make it happen. She agrees and encourages the job as Marcus is just about to back out. The story was a bit more intriguing as Deirdre and Marcus began the rooftop sky garden project, but overall, it was not a keeper for me." ~Net

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Overcomer

Original Air Date: October 15, 2021

*NOTE: This is a Friday UPtv Premiere Movie Event!

Starring: Alex Kendrick, Priscilla C. Shirer, Cameron Arnett, Shari Rigby

Story-line via UPtv: A high-school basketball coach volunteers to coach a troubled teen in long-distance running.

Reviews:

🌞 "Even though I don’t get UP Network, I am happy to see another Kendrick Christian movie airing on TV. The storyline, and more importantly, the message of “Overcomer” are absolutely wonderful." ~Anonymous

🌞 "Overcomer was in theaters. It’s a really good movie. Have Kleenex handy. Family friendly." ~Mary

🌞 "I have a copy of the DVD "Overcomer"This is a very uplifting sports story about Faith. How the troubled teen overcomes adversity. Family Friendly." ~Jersey Joe

🌞 "Overcomer is a FANTASTIC movie! I would highly recommend it to everyone. (Having said that, it is a Christian movie so that might bother some people...but probably not many that come to your website.)" ~Karen

🌞 "Another vote for Overcomer!" ~Meara

🌞 "I too loved the movie Overcomer but would just add that it does have some weightier themes with the father (drug use and abandoning his child). Still an excellent movie but I would not say "family friendly" for younger audiences." ~Anonymous

🌞 "I totally concur regarding the weightier themes and what was noted about the “family friendly” status. I wrote one of the comments but forgot to mention that important item so thank you." ~Anonymous

🌞 "I loved Overcomer. Great movie how God turned a man's life completely around. Went and saw the new version of Courageous. It was everything I hoped the first one would be. Highly recommend it." ~Anonymous

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Calling for Love

Original Air Date: October 17, 2021

Starring: Karissa Lee Staples and Tajh Bellow

Story-line via UPtv: Successful podcast host Samantha Desouza has a passion for music and an aversion to romance after a recent bad experience. Just when her show is thriving, she is thrown in the deep end by her boss and re-assigned to host Heartwaves, a feel-good love songs show with a segment that reunites lost loves. Despite her initial lack of enthusiasm, her first caller is the charismatic and charming Jake who has a problem she’s determined to help solve. What they didn’t expect was to fall for each other in the process. Now Sam must decide whether to shy away from love again, or to be a little more spontaneous and follow her heart…

Movie Review:

"Calling for Love- This is a lighthearted, fun movie; the characters are sometimes quirky, but likeable. The premise is a little outlandish, however it's heartfelt. Jake is a mechanic/hopeless romantic, who meets a girl named Becky while fixing her car. He asks her out and she gives him her number, but when his phone is destroyed, the number is lost and he assumes his chance at seeing her again is also lost forever, but Jake turns to a popular podcast to help him find what he believes is his lost love. Podcast host Samantha Desouza is a bit cynical about love since her last break up, but she’s there to help Jake in his search for Becky. Along the way, Jake and Samantha begin to have feelings (surprise!) for one another, but there are several bumps in the road… including Becky! This rom-com is family friendly." ~Net


*Calling for Love is available on DVD at Amazon - see here.

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Eat, Drink, & Be Married

Original Air Date: October 24, 2021

Starring: Jocelyn Hudon and Jake Foy

Story-line via UPtv: Just three days out from their wedding day, Jess and Max are ready to call it quits from the out-of-control planning. They visit Billie, the owner of a wedding donation company, specializing in donating leftover wedding elements to those in need. However Max’s brother Charlie will stop at nothing to keep them together, he enlists the help of Billie to ensure this meant-to-be couple gets hitched once and for all.

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A Picture Perfect Wedding

Original Air Date: October 31, 2021

Starring: Emily Tennant and Tyler Johnston

Story-line via UPtv: Wedding photographer Lindsey gets her big opportunity when a New York mogul’s son, Josh, asks her to shoot his sister’s wedding. Sparks fly as Josh and Lindsey prepare for ceremony, and the pair begin to fall for each other. But as the big day arrives and the project finishes, do they go back their old, separate lives or will they follow their hearts?

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Are you looking forward to watching these new movies on UPtv?

Please Note: I have not pre-screened these movies. If you would like to post a review on whether these movies are family-friendly, please share in comments. These movies may have previously aired in Canada on the W Network or Super Channel Heart & Home.

Blessings on your day! Net

GAC Family Announces Original Series 'When Hope Calls' Season Two Set to Premiere December 18 with Lori Loughlin!

GAC Family Announces Original Series 

'When Hope Calls' Season Two 

Set to Premiere December 18

Lori Loughlin Reprises Beloved Character in Return to Television

NEWS PROVIDED BY GAC Media -

 
NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GAC Family today announced season two of the hit series "When Hope Calls" will premiere exclusively on the network this holiday season. Lori Loughlin ("When Calls the Heart," "Fuller House") is set to guest star in the original series reprising the role of her beloved TV character, Abigail Stanton. The two-part premiere titled "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas" debuts Saturday, December 18. The announcement was made today by Bill Abbott, President & CEO of GAC Media.

GAC Family (formerly Great American Country) launched on September 27 under the tagline "Stories Well Told" and features family-friendly, holiday-themed movies and series that celebrate American culture, lifestyle and heritage.

When Hope Calls" is set in Brookfield, a town on the western prairie with a deep sense of acceptance, love, and family, and is a TV spinoff of award-winning author Janette Oke's novel series, "When Calls the Heart". In the World Premiere of "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas, Part 1," a Christmas festival worthy of Harper's Bazaar happens in Brookfield as the community is one of three contenders in the magazine's search for America's #1 Country Christmas Town. The entire town is preoccupied with creating the essence of Christmas for the photojournalist's lens, though, behind the scenes, residents are not living the spirit of the season. In the midst of the fuss, a stagecoach appears, and out steps Abigail Stanton and her son, Cody who have brought a troubled boy to Lillian's orphanage. Episode 201 of "When Hope Calls" premieres Saturday, December 18 at 8 pm ET/PT.

In the World Premiere of "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas, Part 2," photojournalist Paul Franklin is wrapping his research on the community of Brookfield as a contender for America's #1 Country Christmas Town. By now, Paul blends in as the town prepares for Christmas Eve. Lillian, the orphans, and Gabriel are running out of options to restore the troubled boy's hope for better times. Just when all seems lost, a secret Santa appears to fulfill all holiday wishes, and Abigail has a profound conversation with a dear friend from the past. Meanwhile, Paul's lens is recording every miraculous moment. Episode 202 of "When Hope Calls" premieres Saturday, December 18 at 9 pm ET/PT.

Executive Producers of "When Hope Calls" are Brad Krevoy, Brian Bird, Michael Landon, Jr., Alfonso H. Moreno, Kaitlyn Greenough, and David Anselmo. Producer is Kym Crepin. Supervising Producers are W. Michael Beard and Michael Shepard. Director is Bradley Walsh. The spinoff series is created by Alfonso H. Moreno.

The "When Hope Calls" Season One cable debut in February 2020 averaged a 2.0 household rating and 2 million Total Viewers. [Source: Nielsen, February 23, 2020]

Additional casting information will be announced at a later date.


ABOUT GAC Media

GAC Media, LLC is home to Great American Channels: "GAC Family" Stories Well Told and "GAC Living" Life Well Lived. As the flagship service, GAC Family celebrates American culture, lifestyle and heritage with original holiday-themed, family-friendly movies and series. GAC Living is the unscripted companion to GAC Family that celebrates Great American family-friendly traditions every day and every season. GAC Media, LLC was established in June 2021 and was organized by Dallas-based Hicks Equity Partners LLC and Bill Abbott. Its ownership primarily consists of US-based family offices.

SOURCE GAC Media

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My Quick Take:

I am personally over the moon to see the return of When Hope Calls and Lori Loughlin, especially at Christmas! What a perfect time! It is going to be such a joy to see the return of these beloved characters from Brookfield, plus Lori as Abigail Stanton, again, and Carter Ryan's return as Abigail's son, Cody! And who else might visit the town from Hope Valley - Mountie Nathan, perhaps? Or... Allie? Rosemary? Lee? Doctor Carson? So many possibilities!

I certainly love all the surprises coming from GAC Family and I hope you do, too! 

If you need to catch up on the first season of When Hope Calls, it is available on DVD or Prime Video. See *HERE*! I highly recommend this show for family viewing, as it is beautiful and heartwarming.

Blessings on your day! Net

On TV Mother's Day Weekend - "When Calls the Heart" Finale + *New Movies in Bloom* on Hallmark and more! SEE HERE:

image: Hallmark Crown Media

It's here! The Season 8 FINALE for "When Calls the Heart" will finally arrive - this Sunday night. If you're a Heartie, then I'm sure part of you is ready to see the Elizabeth love triangle with Nathan and Lucas come to an end, while the other part is not quite ready to say goodbye to Hope Valley and all the characters we love. It was wonderful to have 12 episodes this season, and yet, I know we all wanted additional stories! That's the sign of a good show, when you leave your audience wanting more.

For those of you who don't watch WCTH, I've still got plenty of suggestions for you, too! There are lots of movies and more to enjoy on this special *Mother's Day* weekend. See below...

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Saturday, May 8, 2021:

New Movies are in Bloom this May on the Hallmark Channel! However, it's a chilly start as we take a trip to an ice hotel with Jocelyn Hudon and Steve Lund in...

Baby, It's Cold Inside

Storyline via Hallmark: When a travel agent up for a promotion is directed to forgo her tropical vacation to instead visit the world-famous Ice Hotel, she discovers her sacrifices are more than compensated.

Baby, It's Cold Inside premieres

Saturday, May 8, 2021

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, May 8, 2021:

Catch these classic movies airing on Saturday...

Hallmark Channel:
A Brush with Love
Just My Type
Once Upon a Prince
Hearts Down Under
Right in Front of Me
My Secret Valentine
Baby, It's Cold Inside - Premiere
Very, Very, Valentine

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:
Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: A Healthy Place to Die
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: Death Al Dente
Gourmet Detective Mysteries: Eat, Drink, and Be Buried
Roux the Day: Gourmet Detective Mystery

Hallmark Drama:
Hallmark Hall of Fame Movies

UPtv:
Touched by Romance
Soldier Love Story
Starting Up Love
My Birthday Romance
Just for the Summer
Undercover Angel
Win, Lose, or Love

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Sunday, May 9, 2021:

Return to the Wild West on INSP with legendary Bat Masterson...

Wild West Chronicles

*This is a 30 minute show that reenacts the old wild west. Caution: there will be violence.

Details via INSP: Love and vengeance are two very powerful emotions, and sometimes, the former can trigger the latter. In INSP’s newest original series Wild West Chronicles, newspaper reporter Bat Masterson will stop at nothing to uncover the truth behind the mysteries of the Wild West.

Wild West Chronicles is a historical anthology series that is inspired by the true tales of famous characters and unsung heroes of the American West, Masterson travels the frontier and investigates stories of both notorious criminals and heroic individuals who helped shape America. However, in the two-part episode “Bat Masterson and the Dodge City Dead Line,” (airing on Sunday, May 9th and Sunday, May 16th, at 5:30PM ET, respectively), viewers will see a different side of Masterson when he falls for local entertainer Dora Hand, whose death he avenges when she is cut down by an outlaw’s bullet.

Here are a few interesting facts about Bat Masterson:
• His real name is William Barclay Masterson.
• He spent 40 years attending almost every major boxing event in the U.S.
• He owned the Palace Variety Theater in Denver, Colorado.
• He died of a heart attack at his desk at the New York Morning Telegraph.

This two-part episode of Wild West Chronicles, entitled, “Bat Masterson and the Dodge City Dead Line,” will air on Sunday, May 9th (part 1) and Sunday, May 16th (part 2) at 5:30PM ET. on INSP.

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Sunday, May 9, 2021:

Catch these classic movies airing on Sunday...

Hallmark Channel:
My One & Only
A Summer Romance
From Friend to Fiance
Baby, It's Cold Inside
The Sweetest Heart
A Country Wedding

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:
Love Comes Softly movie marathon

Hallmark Drama:
The Waltons Reunion Movies including Mother's Day on Walton's Mountain at 1pm/12c.

UPtv:
Gilmore Girls marathon and movie

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Sunday, May 9, 2021:

When Calls the Heart

Season 8 - Episode 12

THE FINALE

Storyline via Hallmark: 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 8 - Episode 12

THE FINALE airs

Sunday, May 9, 2021

airs at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

*Schedule Note: WCTH is airing an additional 6 minutes, so you'll want to adjust your DVR accordingly!

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*Movie Note: There was mention that the movie "Cupids on Beacon Street" would be airing this Saturday on BYUtv, plus their streaming video on their web-site said it would be available this Saturday, May 8th; however, when I checked BYUtv's actual schedule it was not listed. So, I reached out to them to ask them about it. This was BYUtv's response: "Unfortunately that movie won't be available May 8th but will be available later -this summer, likely June. We will update the website!" I was glad to receive some clarification on that, and while we await that movie premiere, we can look forward to watching another movie from Incendo Productions, "As Gouda As It Gets," next week on BYUtv - I'll have more details soon!

In the meantime, I hope you all enjoy the movies and the finale episode of When Calls the Heart this weekend! I'm very much looking forward to seeing how they wrap up Season 8, and don't forget - WCTH is airing an additional 6 minutes, so you'll want to adjust your DVR.

In honor of this Mother's Day Weekend, I want to say how blessed I am to have such an incredible Momma, who is always so loving and caring. Her impact on my life is immeasurable. I love asking her advice on big and small things, as I truly value her opinion. Her walk with the Lord is my greatest inspiration; I'm truly grateful for her amazing love everyday.

This is my families' first Mother's Day without my paternal Grandmother, who we lost last year. It will be most unusual having this holiday without her; but we will think on the past and wonderful times spent together. I'll also be fondly remembering my Ma-Ma (my maternal Grandmother). Although she passed away when I was a little - I will forever cherish the memories and special times we shared together.

I pray all of you Mother's out there have a joyful Mother's Day!

God bless all of you dear friends who visit here! Net

Sharing His Love:

"Honor her for all that her hands have done, 

and let her works bring her praise at the city gate."

Proverbs 31:31