🍁 Hallmark Channel’s Fall Movie Season Begins, Exciting Guest Stars Join ‘Blue Ridge,’ and More This Weekend -- SEE HERE:

  ( Image credits: Love Finds You - Hallmark Media
Blue Ridge: The Series - Melissa Ordway Gaston / INSP
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Happy Weekend, My Friends!

The first new premiere of Hallmark Channel's Fall into Love movies arrives this weekend with a very special delivery... Love Finds You, starring Aimee Teegarden ("Friday Night Lights," An Easter Bloom) and Chris McNally ("When Calls the Heart," Holiday Crashers)!

And Blue Ridge: The Series has a very special new episode this weekend with several familiar guest stars many will surely recognize... Jesse Hutch ("Crossroad Springs," "When Hope Calls"), Kristoffer Polaha (A Biltmore Christmas, Mystery 101), Melissa Ordway Gaston ("Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries," The Christmas Sitters), and Zachary Gordon (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Pete's Christmas).

Check out all the details below, plus I shared a personal story at the end of this post...

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Saturday, August 22, 2026:

Love Finds You

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: A mislabeled package convinces jewelry designer Alex she's found her ideal man, sending her and delivery driver Jack on a citywide search that helps them discover what they truly want.

Love Finds You

Premieres Saturday, August 22, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, August 22, 2026:

Crossroad Springs

Season 1 Marathon

image: Great American Media

Catch the first season of Crossroad Springs this Saturday on Great American Family with the first 5 episodes! (Episodes 6-10 will air next Saturday!)

Episode 1 - Return to Crossroad Springs
When Willis falls off his horse, siblings James and Janet are forced to return home from their respective careers to help on the family ranch.

Episode 2 - Wolf on the Range
A wolf sighting and rising tensions leave James torn between family, faith, and the growing pull of Crossroad Springs.

Episode 3 - A Quarry Divided
A secret land deal threatens to divide the Hamiltons, forcing James to choose between his church and life at the ranch.

Episode 4 - Storm on the Horizon
A summer storm tests the Hamiltons, as they unite to protect the ranch and find strength in faith, love, and each other.

Episode 5 - A Turn in the Road

At a service honoring their mother, a long-lost heirloom resurfaces uncovering memories, grief, and unexpected grace.

Crossroad Springs

Season 1 Marathon

Saturday, August 22, 2026

10am - 3pm on Great American Family

*Plus, if you enjoy reality series, catch a new episode of Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou - Saturday night at 9pm/8c on Great American Family.

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Sunday, August 23, 2026:

Blue Ridge: The Series

Episode 6

image: Brent Christy, Gary Wheeler, INSP

Guest stars: Jesse Hutch, Kristoffer Polaha, Melissa Ordway Gaston, and Zachary Gordon

Episode 6: “Montagues and Moonshine”

Storyline: A murder at the local theater turns a production of Romeo and Juliet upside down as Justin and Maddie work together to discover the killer before the curtain falls on another victim.

Blue Ridge: The Series

Premieres Sunday, August 23, 2026

at 10pm/9c on INSP

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Sunday, August 23, 2026:

Blue Skies and Hudson & Rex

Encore Airings

images: UPtv / screengrabs

If you missed the new episodes of Blue Skies & Hudson & Rex on Thursday, you can catch encore airings on Sunday night.

Jessica Sipos (Chesapeake Shores) guest stars in this episode of Blue Skies.

Blue Skies - Fugitive In The Wild
When a fugitive goes missing in the national park, Jodi must work with a U.S. Marshal to find the man and bring him to justice. As the case unfolds, Jodi realizes there is more to this fugitive than she’s been told, leading to a shocking discovery and an epic chase to find the fugitive and solve the case.

Hudson & Rex - Best Kind:
A deckhand flees after a businessman is found dead on his yacht. As detectives investigate the missing watch's connection, the search becomes urgent when another life hangs in the balance.

Blue Skies

Encore Airing - Sunday, August 23, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on UPtv

Hudson & Rex

Encore Airing - Sunday, August 23, 2026

at 9pm/8c. on UPtv

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Sunday, August 23, 2026:

Garage Sale Mystery Marathon

As we look forward to the new Garage Sale Mystery movie coming soon in September, enjoy a marathon of the classic GSM movies Sunday on Hallmark Mystery!

Marathon Schedule on Hallmark Mystery
Sunday, August 23, 2026:

GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: ALL THAT GLITTERS - 10am
GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: THE DEADLY ROOM - 12pm
GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: THE WEDDING DRESS - 2pm
GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: GUILTY UNTIL PROVEN INNOCENT - 4pm
GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: THE NOVEL MURDERS - 6pm
GARAGE SALE MYSTERIES: THE ART OF MURDER - 8pm

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I hope you all have an amazing weekend!

I love that we’re still soaking up Summer while also looking ahead to the Fall movie season! There’s something so special about enjoying the season we’re in while having a little something to look forward to, too.

On a personal note, it’s been an especially meaningful week of gratitude for me and my family. A few weeks ago, one of my dearest family members had a minor accident, and we’ve been waiting and praying to find out whether surgery would be necessary. This week, we finally received the answer we had been hoping and praying for - surgery will not be needed! Praise Jesus!

I'm feeling above and beyond grateful for this answered prayer. God is so good! I simply had to share this praise report with you all!

If you have a prayer request, please share in comments below.

Blessings on your weekend!

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?"

~Esther 4:14

Breaking News: More Hallmark Christmas Movies Coming to DVD - See Here:

I have some Very Merry News!!!

More CHRISTMAS DVDs have just been released for pre-order at Amazon, so I thought it would be fun to take a look at the latest ones to become available - including A Newport Christmas, A Suite Holiday Romance, The Angel Tree, Christmas Bells Are Ringing, Christmas Town, Christmas Above the Clouds, Hearts of Christmas, and more!

It's so wonderful to see a mix of old and new Christmas classics!

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*Please Note: The DVDs below contain affiliate links with Amazon. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no cost to you. Thank you all for your support.

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Christmas Above the Clouds

bonus Nostalgic Christmas

Click here for current price - Amazon

Hallmark 6-Movie Collection:
A Newport Christmas, A Suite Holiday Romance, Tidings for the Season, Jingle Around the Clock, The Angel Tree, Christmas Bells Are Ringing

Click here for current price - Amazon

Candace Cameron Bure 4-Movie Collection 2:

The Christmas Contest, If I Only Had Christmas,

Christmas Town, A Shoe Addict’s Christmas

Click here for current price - Amazon

She's Making a List

bonus Christmas Tree Lane

Click here for current price - Amazon

Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story

bonus The Snow Must Go On

Click here for current price - Amazon

Hallmark 3-Movie Collection:

Christmas on Duty, The Christmas Cup, Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater

Click here for current price - Amazon

I hope you find a movie you'll want to add to your collection!

If you'd like to support It's a Wonderful Movie, simply click on any of the product links above - add the movie to your Amazon cart and check out today! Thank you so much!

May Your Day 

Be Merry & Bright!

Net🎄

🎂 Hallmark Celebrates 25th Birthday with New Movie Announcements & New Series Coming in 2027

There’s plenty of exciting news coming today from Hallmark Media!

As part of its 25th Birthday Celebration and Television Critics Association press day, Hallmark shared a fun look at what’s ahead for us viewers - new Fall movies and premiere dates revealed for the most wonderful time of the year: Christmas! 🎄✨

And, of course, there’s more coming beyond the holiday season. So, let’s take a peek at some of the exciting programming Hallmark has in store for us!


Here are the highlights:
(details via Hallmark press releases)

* Christmas Premiere Dates:

Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story, starring Lyndsy Fonseca and Robert Buckley, Kicks Off Hallmark Channel’s 17th Annual Countdown to Christmas on October 17, 2026

Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, starring Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle, Premieres November 28, 2026

A Grand Biltmore Christmas, starring Holland Roden and Niall Matter, Premieres December 5, 2026


*Fall Movies - New Titles:

A Knight to Remember, starring Julie Gonzalo and James Trevena, Premieres October 3, 2026

The Spirit of Halloween, starring Meghan Ory and Kevin McGarry, Premieres October 10, 2026


*Christmas Movie Announcements:

Alison Sweeney, Ashley Williams, and Steve Lund to star in untitled Christmas movie that takes them on a multi-state holiday adventure.

Tamera Mowry-Housley and Kristoffer Polaha will star in Mistletoe and Mimosas (wt). Tamera stars as Claire Bennett, a successful Manhattan business consultant who unexpectedly inherits her beloved Uncle Lou’s Christmas-themed bar and returns home determined to save it and preserve his legacy. Kristoffer plays Zach, the charming part-owner and manager of a trendy rival club who wants to buy the bar, setting the two on opposite sides.


*New Series - Coming in 2027:

Change of Heart - Hallmark has greenlit this new series to premiere in 2027. Story details: After a life-changing heart transplant, jaded divorce attorney Charlie Wyatt is called to service the exact opposite: fighting for love in all its forms.

Happy Birthday to Hallmark🎂

and 

Happy Movie-Watching! 

Net

🎄✨ Christmas in July 2026 Coming to the Hallmark Channel - SEE HERE:

Christmas in July excitement is already beginning! 🎄✨

According to Hallmark Channel’s website, lots of beloved Christmas classics and recent holiday favorites are already popping up on the schedule for the June 27th - June 28th weekend and beyond!

UPDATE: See the New Christmas in July Movie Premieres - 

*Click Here*

Get ready for cozy Christmas magic with festive favorites like:

• A Royal Christmas
• Christmas with Holly
• Crown for Christmas
• A Make or Break Holiday
• A Biltmore Christmas
• Five Star Christmas
• My Christmas Love
• Mystery on Mistletoe Lane
• Northern Lights of Christmas
• Snow Bride
• The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
• Time for You to Come Home for Christmas
• We Met in December
…and MANY more holiday treats to come!!!

I’ll be sharing more Christmas movie scheduling details soon, so stay tuned for lots more merry movie fun ahead!

Note: For those of you who may be wondering, I'm not seeing a week or weekend dedicated to Christmas movies on Hallmark Mystery, so far. If there are any updates or changes there, I'll be sure to let you know.

May your day be 

Merry & Bright!❤️💚

Net

"Blue Ridge" Season 2 To Premiere This Summer on INSP

Great news, "Blue Ridge" fans! Season 2 is officially premiering this summer - Sunday, July 19th, on INSP!

Get ready for another thrilling season packed with adventure, danger, justice, and the relentless pursuit of keeping law and order in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The outstanding main cast is returning, including Johnathon Schaech, Sarah Lancaster, Taegen Burns, and A Martinez, all of whom are featured in the poster above.

Plus, season 2 will introduce some exciting guest stars along the way, including Sarah Drew, Eric Close, Jesse Hutch, Kristoffer Polaha, Keith Carradine, the return of Bruce Boxleitner as Oak Miller, and more... adding even more intrigue, drama, and unexpected twists to the action-packed adventure!

Be sure to check out the press release below for all the details for "Blue Ridge" Season 2 and the brand-new trailer.


Press Release via Imagicomm Entertainment:

“BLUE RIDGE: THE SERIES”

RETURNS TO INSP

FOR SEASON TWO

JULY 19

Indian Land, SC – May 19, 2026 Imagicomm Entertainment today announced that season two of the critically acclaimed drama “Blue Ridge: The Series” will premiere on INSP Sunday, July 19 at 10 p.m. EST. Based on the original feature film BLUE RIDGE, “Blue Ridge: The Series” premiered in 2024 to rave reviews and hit the Top 5 and overall Top 10 rankings on Amazon Prime Video.

Johnathon Schaech (“That Thing You Do!,” “Texas Rising,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”) returns with Sarah Lancaster (“Chuck,” “Everwood,” “Christmas in the Smokies”), Taegen Burns (“The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,” “The Right Stuff”), Tom Proctor (“Ballad of Buster Scruggs,” “Justified”) and A Martinez (“Longmire,” “The Cowboys”) to the small Appalachian town of Blue Ridge. Creator Gary Wheeler returns as showrunner, writer, and director.

“Blue Ridge” season two brings new threats to the Appalachian town, from bounty hunters, moonshiners, murderers and more. With help from his deputies and family, Sheriff Justin Wise fights to keep the community safe. Every case tests his grit, loyalty, and the limits of small-town peace. In Blue Ridge, justice is personal and earned one fight, one mystery, one truth at a time.

“Season two of ‘Blue Ridge: The Series,’ will build on the momentum of the franchise with an incredible cast and number of amazing guest stars,” said Dale Ardizzone, COO, INSP. “We were extremely happy to see how well ‘Blue Ridge’ performed across our network and streaming platforms and are looking forward to an even bigger audience in season two.”

Guest stars for season two include A.J. Buckley (“CSI: NY, Seal Team”), Bruce Boxleitner (“How the West Was Won Series”), Keith Carradine (“The Power of the Dog”), Eric Close (“Without a Trace”), Sarah Drew (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Sean Patrick Flanery (“The Dead Zone”), Zachary Gordon (“Diary of a Wimpy Kid”), Chelsea Green (WWE Champion), Doug Jones (“Hellboy”), Kellan Lutz (“The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”) and Kristoffer Polaha (“Land Man”).

INSP fans can catch up on Season 1 of “Blue Ridge: The Series” by watching on INSP starting Sunday, June 7 or on the FAST channel Western Bound beginning July 29. You can also catch Blue Ridge season one on YouTube via its Western Bound channel beginning May 18.

About Blue Ridge: The Series
Sheriff Justin Wise and his two deputies fight to protect the small Appalachian town of Blue Ridge from the forces trying to rip it apart. Longstanding feuds, disgruntled criminals, unruly travelers, and cold-blooded murderers wreak havoc – threatening the safety of the citizens Justin has promised to protect. Based on the 2020 film of the same name, Blue Ridge breaks the mold of traditional procedural dramas, bringing action, heroism, and heart to every investigation.

About INSP
INSP is available nationwide to more than 40M households via MVPDs including DISH (channel 259), DIRECTV (channel 364), Comcast Xfinity, Cox Communications, Charter Spectrum, National Cable Television Cooperative (NCTC), Verizon Fios (channel 286), AT&T U-verse (channel 564) and on vMVPDs including SLING TV, Philo, Frndly TV, Vidgo and FreeCast. INSP provides a trusted viewing experience with a lineup of exclusive and original series, timeless Westerns, action-filled dramas, and films focused on adventure and heroic characters.

About Imagicomm Entertainment
Imagicomm Entertainment is a multi-media distribution company focusing on films and episodic series with content ranging from action and adventure to drama and family holiday celebration. Each project embodies an unparalleled commitment to strong storytelling, memorable characters, and high production values.


Trailer:

Season 2 - 8 Episodes:
(details via TVGuide)

Episode 1: “Hope, Deferred”

Sheriff Justin Wise has his hands full when Bounty Hunter Hope Henry comes into town in pursuit of a fugitive who is accused of murdering her mentor.

Episode 2: “Going Around in Circles”

When a member of the Hughes racing dynasty ends up dead, it's up to Sheriff Justin Wise to solve the case involving rivals, lovers, and family secrets.

Episode 3: “Out of the Woods”

A father-daughter camping trip turns treacherous when Sheriff Justin Wise and Maddie accidentally discover the hideout of several dangerous drug dealers.

Episode 4: “Four-Rail Kick”

Sheriff Justin Wise's longtime childhood friend Bill Fraser unexpectedly comes to town for a visit, but he is not just here to see an old buddy. Bill is a pool hustler who has gotten behind on a gambling debt and he's running out of time to pay it off.

Episode 5: “The Return of Oak Miller”

A deadly new drug hits the hollers of Blue Ridge just as an old foe of Justin's arrives back in town. With no other options, Justin must form an unconventional alliance in order to stop the flow of drugs and bring this menace to justice.

Episode 6: “Montagues and Moonshine”

A murder at the local theater turns a production of Romeo and Juliet upside down as Justin and Maddie work together to discover the killer before the curtain falls on another victim.

Episode 7: “A Matter of Perspective”

After an officer involved shooting threatens to ignite a long-standing feud in Blue Ridge, Justin must wade through the fog of the incident to find the truth.

Episode 8: “Moving Mountains”

After a devastating landslide, Justin and Elli race against time to free and transport two injured people down a treacherous mountain pass to medical help before it is too late.


My Quick Take:

I hope you all will enjoy the new season of "Blue Ridge."

From high-stakes investigations to pulse-pounding action and heartfelt family moments, it looks like season 2 will continue to deliver excitement at every turn!

Note of caution: Due to intense crime-fighting drama and violence, this show (in my opinion) is not for young viewers.

In addition to the incredible lineup of guest stars mentioned in the press release above, also be sure to look for Jesse Hutch (“Crossroad Springs”), Melissa Ordway Gaston (“Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries”), Nick Gonzales (“Christmas on the Range”), and Annabeth Gish (“The Warrant”) in season 2!

Please share your thoughts in comments below.

Hope you enjoy the show!

Blessings, Net

*Stream Season 1 of Blue Ridge on YouTube

or on Amazon Prime

(currently free with Prime Membership)
*Click here for details*

🚢❤️ Don't Miss This: Kristoffer Polaha and Emilie Ullerup Reunite for "Missing the Boat" -- Plus New "When Calls the Heart" and More!

Happy Weekend, Friends! I hope you're all doing well.

This Saturday night, you don't want to miss Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha reuniting in their new Winter Escape Hallmark movie, "Missing the Boat." It's sure to make a splash!

Plus, the investigation into who or what started the fire at Goldie National Park continues on "When Calls the Heart" this Sunday night.

Also, wanted to share in advance that "When Calls the Heart" will not be airing at it's regular time next Sunday due to the Super Bowl. Instead, episode 6 will air Saturday night, February 7th, at 10:01pm/9:01c after the first Loveuary movie premiere!

And for all of us Christmas movie lovers... I have great news - on the day of the Super Bowl, February 8th, Hallmark will be airing several fan-favorite Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Family. I'll share more details next weekend, or be sure to check out the Christmas Schedule.

Also, I have some news about two faith-filled films that will surely be of interest to many of you here!

Check out all of the details below...


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Friday, January 30th - Sunday, February 1, 2026:

Kristoffer Polaha Hallmark Movies

Enjoy a boatload of Kristoffer Polaha classic Hallmark movies leading up to the premiere of Missing the Boat...

Friday:

Rocky Mountain Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
A Grand Ole Opry Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Mystery 101 (Movie #1) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 8pm


Saturday:

Mystery 101: Playing Dead (Movie #2) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am
Mystery 101: Words Can Kill (Movie #3) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 12pm
Mystery 101: Dead Talk (Movie #4) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 2pm
Mystery 101: Killer Timing (Movie #5) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 4pm
Mystery 101: Deadly History (Movie #6) ... Hallmark Mystery ... 6pm
Missing the Boat ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *PREMIERE


Sunday:

Missing the Boat ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm *ENCORE


*Plus, Kristoffer Polaha movies you'll want to stream or add to your DVD collection (if you haven't already)!

Click on movie titles below for current price/details at Amazon.

* A Biltmore Christmas *
* The Christmas Quest *
* Mystery 101 Collection *
* A Grand Ole Opry Christmas * (extended cut)
* Hearts of Christmas *
* A Dickens of a Holiday *



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Friday, January 30, 2026:

Moses

Sight & Sound Theatres

Details via TBN: From his dramatic rescue as a baby in the Nile to his calling at the burning bush and the awe-inspiring parting of the Red Sea, Moses’ journey is filled with moments that have shaped generations of believers. MOSES captures the full scope of that journey, exploring not only the miracles, but also the internal struggle of a man learning to trust God’s voice over his own fears and doubts.

Moses Sight & Sound

Premieres Friday, January 30, 2026:

at 8pm and 10pm EST on TBN

*Also streaming on TBN+ (with paid subscription)

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Saturday, January 31, 2026:

Missing the Boat

Storyline: Strangers Kelly and Parker both end up on the same Italian cruise, but after missing the boat during a stop, they're forced to team up and race across southern Italy to catch up.

Missing the Boat

Premieres Saturday, January 31, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, February 1, 2026:

When Calls the Heart

Storyline: New evidence comes to light that shifts the fire investigation; Elizabeth and her classroom start a project that will impact the territory for generations to come.

When Calls the Heart

Premieres Sunday, February 1, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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David (animated movie)

Now Streaming
and Available on DVD

Movie synopsis via Angel: From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom.

I wanted to share this with those of you who said you were waiting to watch this once it hit streaming... good news, it’s available now!

And, you can read my review of this movie - *here*.

Stream the David animation movie through Angel Studios with a paid subscription membership.

And more great news... the movie David (the bonus edition!) is now available to pre-order on DVD! The release date is March 17, 2026- the perfect timing right before Easter! Click here for details!

* David - Animated Movie *

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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend as we transition from January into February... already one month into 2026! Wow, time really is flying!

For those of you who’ve had a tough week dealing with snow, ice, and power outages from Winter Storm Fern, please know you’ve been on my heart and in my prayers. I truly hope things are improving for you as the weekend begins. I know firsthand how difficult and exhausting that can be. Hopefully, you'll be able to relax more this weekend.

I’ll definitely be tuning in for another heartwarming new episode of When Calls the Heart, and I can't wait to see the latest Winter Escape, Missing the Boat, starring Kristoffer Polaha and Emilie Ullerup! That's one I absolutely don’t want to miss!

And if you’d like to share any movie reviews, whether for the Winter Escape films or even Christmas, I’d love to read them! Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments below.

Blessings to You All!

Net

❤️ SHARING HIS LOVE: ❤️

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze."

~Isaiah 43:2

Hallmark Channel's New *Winter Escape* Movies -- January 2026

Get ready for a Winter Escape! New romantic comedies are coming to the Hallmark Channel in the New Year!

See what's airing this January, 2026...


HALLMARK CHANNEL:

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Lost in Paradise

Premieres Saturday January 3 8/7c

Starring Lacey Chabert and Ian Harding

When the founder of a high-end fashion company gets marooned on an "deserted" island with a chef, romance blossoms as they work together to survive.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 Lost in Paradise is 1 giant barrel of laughs! -Maria

🎬 I am here to add my review of the newest Hallmark movie "Lost in Paradise". Let me start out by saying there were a few times we had to suspend reality but overall it was a fantastic movie. There was so much goodness to savor. Great scenery, funny dialog, amazing chemistry, good plot and a few twists quite honestly I did not expect. Ian should be the lead more often. He is handsome, easygoing and seriously great in this movie. So charming! He and Lacey were a nice match and believable as a couple. Also, some of the supporting cast was very good too. I will definitely watch it again with my hubby.~Joan

🎬 Lost in Paradise- just watched today and loved it! Lacey was perfect for the role-so genuine, and fun. I had thought they might make her character rich/uptight but she they really gave her depth and a sweet heart. I can't imagine anyone better for it-humor and heart. The male lead was also great in my opinion and loved them together. It's actually a re-watch for me which is saying a lot! ~LR (aka Lizzy)

🎬 Aside from Lost in Paradise being completely unrealistic with that impossible emergency landing and rafting in the storm to find another island 😂 it was a cute movie! I really enjoy Ian (I first watched him in Pretty Little Liars on ABC family when I was a teen) and the location was a fun one for them I’m sure! ~Paula

🎬 I loved "Lost in Paradise" I recorded it and have watched it several times. ~Namegirl

🎬 I also enjoyed Lost in Paradise! I thought it was such a fun watch! The banter & chemistry with Lacey Chabert & Ian Harding was top-notch! This could be my favorite rom-com for the year. I also loved Lacey's fashions, even while stranded on the island, and her doggie is sooo cute! Overall, this movie is family-friendly, entertaining, and will leave you smiling! ~Net


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A Melbourne Match

Premieres Saturday January 10 8/7c

Starring Mallory Jansen and Ryan Corr

Georgie, a travel writer, travels to Melbourne for an assignment where she meets Zach, an Australian ex-footballer who agrees to be her tour guide and shows her that there's more to life than work.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 A Melbourne Match is so wonderful! –Maria

🎬 A Melbourne Match is such a great, heartwarming movie. The location, the actors, the story. Everything was just great. I like travel movies. Australia is such an interesting country. I liked the actors. I found out that Ryan Corr is from Melbourne, so he was in his element. I like Mallory Jansen and, btw, she's the writer of the movie, and you can feel how much she enjoys playing her role. And I enjoyed watching the movie. ~Oksanka

🎬 "A Melbourne Match" was so great! The location was stunning. The leads had amazing chemistry. The story was also good and not your typical overused plot. I think Mallory did a wonderful job, on the script she penned. She is a really lovely actress and the camera just adores her. She is stunning! Anyway, January movies, are so much fun, because I get to sit back and enjoy traveling to far away places without leaving the comfort of my couch! LOL ~Joan

🎬 I did watch the Mallory Jenson one, but I honestly deleted it after about 20 min….she just always falls so flat for me! But I may go and record it again since some on here have loved it! ~Paula

🎬 A Melbourne Match – This one just wasn’t quite a perfect match for me, though there were definitely things I liked. Mallory Janson was super sweet and likable, and she brought such warmth to her character, Georgie. At times, though, Georgie seemed very unsure of herself, and I found myself wishing she had a little more confidence.

The leads did have some nice chemistry; however, Zach came across as a bit pushy. Sure, we all need encouragement, but since she was a complete stranger to him, it just felt odd that he was pushing her into doing things – beyond her comfort zone.

Also, when Georgie and Zach first meet he is late picking her up at the airport because his father was supposed to be the one doing so and couldn’t be there, and Zach had to fill in, even though he was busy on another job. Yet later on, when she asks him to show her around, he suddenly seems to have endless free time to be her personal tour guide for several days. It just didn’t quite add up for me. What happened to his other job?

That said, Australia is a lovely backdrop for the movie, and the koala is absolutely adorable. And, I must admit, I loved when Zach called her Georgie-girl! That was very endearing and sweet! Overall, it’s still a pleasant, lighted-hearted watch and family-friendly. ~Net


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Love on the Amazon

Premieres Saturday January 17 8/7c

Starring Jaicy Elliott and Rafael de la Fuente

Gabby travels to the Amazon to reach her sister, a researcher, and meets a rugged riverboat Captain named Ryder.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 I thought Love on the Amazon was terrible, very badly acted and a very interesting plot. I haven’t loved any of the winter escape movies so far, but this was the worst, I’m hoping the last two will be better ~Anonymous

🎬 I actually liked the Love on the Amazon one. HOWEVER, I totally agree with you. They are doing way too many films (in my opinion) with out of the US locations. I find the ones with characters with heavy accents hard to understand. The foreign customs are a little interesting but I'd prefer them to be set in the USA somewhere (yes, I know they are filmed in Canada but that's okay too.) ~Anonymous


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Caught by Love

Premieres Saturday January 24 8/7c

Starring Rachael Leigh Cook and Luke Macfarlane

While on a journey of self-discovery, a resort guest gets swept into an undercover investigation for stolen jewels that turns into an unexpected and adventurous romance.

Movie Review:

🎬 Caught by Love was a cute movie. Rachel and Luke had very good chemistry, but Luke usually has great chemistry with all his leads. Story line is definitely different and kept me guessing who the "buyer" was until the end. Comical at times too! ~ Joyce in Carolina

🎬 Caught by Love – This movie was super fun! I loved how Rachael Leigh Cook’s character, Annie, got unexpectedly wrapped up in helping to solve a mystery! Rachael is always sweet, expressive, and so likeable. And her vacation wardrobe in this movie was stylish and colorful… perfectly suited for the beautiful resort setting.

Annie and the undercover detective Jake start out with an easy-going friendship that leads to sparks along the way as they unravel clues and narrow down suspects connected to the missing necklace. It was especially nice that the mystery revolved around stolen jewelry and not a murder.

One bit of caution: This movie does take place at a vacation resort, so there are scenes with women in swimsuits and men shirtless in shorts. It’s not excessive, but just wanted to mention it – in case it was of concern to anyone here.

Overall, it is a very fun romantic-comedy with lots of mystery – which made it delightful, intriguing, and lightheartedly suspenseful to watch. ~Net


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Missing the Boat

Premieres Saturday January 31 8/7c

Starring Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha

Strangers Kelly and Parker both end up on the same Italian cruise, but after missing the boat during a stop, they're forced to team up and race across southern Italy to catch up.

Movie Reviews:

🎬 Missing the Boat did not disappoint! It's laugh out loud funny at times. My husband even liked this one and laughed right along with me. Great acting and chemistry between Kris and Emilie which I was not surprised to see. Story line is different which is refreshing. Joyce in Carolina

🎬 Missing the Boat-
My two favorite Comedies of all time:
1938- Bringing up Baby
1944- Arsenic and old Lace
Emilie & Kristoffer were Brilliant in this movie ♥️♥️
The acting, the screenplay, scenery, supporting cast were just phenomenal.
My expectations for a reunion after 10 year's far exceeded my hopes. ~ Kathy♥️Texas

🎬 We loved Missing the Boat too! Winter Escape finished with the best movie. Kris & Emilie have great chemistry once again just like their Christmas movie. Christie

🎬 "Missing the Boat" was delightful!!! The leads were so good together. I liked Kristoffer Polaha, and Emilie Ullerup. I loved Kris' comment on I have was born to ride a Vespa. ~Namegirl

🎬 Missing the Boat- So I love storylines like this, where so many things happen as they are trying to make it home. And I love both actors individually, just together idk they seemed more like cousins to me. I think it was a fun watch, I would watch it again, but not a top romantic comedy I would try to catch every year. ~Paula

🎬 I haven't enjoyed a movie as much as I enjoyed Missing The Boat in a LONG TIME. Like many said, it is laugh out loud funny.

The part where they are at the "Dr" for his back, I died laughing when he is sitting there for so long and then says "so are you going to look at my back?". I mean KP is just hilarious and this movie was made for KP and Emelie. They were just so funny and great together. I never wanted them to get back on the boat.

Now, of course, it would not be a Hallmark movie if there weren't some just really bad and unrealistic things. Take that storm for instance, they could not get on the boat cause of a thunderstorm? Really????

And seriously, the guy who was Parkers boss, was about the worst actor I have ever seen. There were pretty much 4 people in the movie, Parker, Kelly, Parkers sis, and his boss. There wasn't any better of an actor to play the boss? He was terrible, I am sorry. But it was distracting to say they least, when he was on.

And BTW, they are on a cruise, and there were at least 2 or 3 places that it was just Kelly, or just the sis, and NOBODY around for miles on the boat. Really???? At one point, the boss and sister were at the pool on the boat, and there was like 2 other people. I do not know what cruise that is, but when I went, there were lots of people in or at the pool.

But other than those few things, I forgot I was watching a Hallmark movie. When Kris and Emelie were on, and interacting with others off the boat, it was so good. I saved and will watch again.

What was even better for me, I wasn't even thinking about Kris and Emelie when they were together in Hearts of Christmas. Its so hard when pairs have been together in other movies, to not compare, but it was like these 2 were 2 different people, and thats good acting. I just loved this movie. Sabrina

🎬 Missing the Boat was really cute. -Maria

🎬 "Missed the Boat" was another favorite of mine I liked Emilie and Kristoffer. They need to make another movie together. Just enough slapstick to get a chuckle out of me. ~Namegirl

🎬 Missing the Boat is such a delightful movie and when you have a pairing like Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha, you pretty much know - it's going to be good!

Of course, as the title suggests, they miss the boat, and watching them try to catch it again, is such a fantastic, comical trip!

The only scene I didn't love - was when Emilie's character takes Kristoffer's to this new-age type woman for help with his aching back. The woman says she isn't new-age, but then I noticed the usual idol statues around which I didn't love - so I fast-forwarded that part.

Without that scene, I thought it was most fun - a great watch!

I also thought it was nice that a certain character who makes a mistake, ends up showing remorse and asks for forgiveness. That was a really nice extra detail to this romantic-comedy. ~Net


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Happy movie-watching, 

Net

*images via: Hallmark Media