🎄✨ Happy 4 Months ’til Christmas Day!!! ✨🎄 (See Which Christmas Movie I Chose To Mark This Day & Share Your Pick!)

Today is August 25th, which means...

🎄✨ Happy 4 Months ’til Christmas Day!!! ✨🎄

It’s time to *Mark the 25th* as part of our monthly Countdown to Christmas celebration!

Not only are we *4 MONTHS away from CHRISTMAS DAY*... but the Christmas movie season is just *2 months away*... beginning in late October! 🎅📺 Can you feel the excitement building, too, as each day goes by!?!?!

Here at *It’s a Wonderful Movie*, we love celebrating the 25th of each month with something festive, whether it’s a Christmas movie, a classic holiday cartoon, or anything that brings a little Christmas cheer into our day. It’s such a fun way to keep that joyful spirit alive all year long.

If you’re watching something Christmassy today (or sometime this week), please share in the comments below your pick... I always love hearing your movie choices!

🎥 My Christmas movie pick is… "Hearts of Christmas," starring Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha. It’s such a heartwarming story about service, the gift of life, and giving to those in need.

Hearts of Christmas - image: Hallmark Media

Hearts of Christmas - image: Hallmark Media

And in case you haven't heard... Kristoffer Polaha is currently filming his brand-new Hallmark Christmas movie, "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas," alongside Nikki DeLoach and Sharon Lawrence! How wonderful is that? Sharon Lawrence, of course, also co-starred with Kristoffer in "Hearts of Christmas," so it’s a special reunion.

Plus, we know Country Singer Brad Paisley will also be in "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas," and it was revealed on the Today Show just this morning that these Country Music stars will also make a cameo appearance: Megan Moroney, Bill Anderson, Jamey Johnson, Rhett Atkins, Dailey & Vincet, Drew Baldridge, Maggie Baugh, Suzy Bogguss, Mickey Guyton, Riders in the Sky, Tigirlily Gold, Pam Tillis, and more!

A Grand Ole Opry Christmas on set - image: Kristoffer Polaha

Meanwhile, Kristoffer Polaha's "Hearts of Christmas" co-star, Emilie Ullerup, has an all-new (non-holiday) movie premiering this Saturday on the Hallmark Channel, titled "Catch of the Day," with Michael Rady! It looks like such a sweet and fun story, definitely one to add to our weekend watchlist!

Catch of the Day - image: Hallmark Media

And since we’re talking about Michael Rady, I’m tempted to sneak in one of his Christmas movies this week, one of my all-time favorites, in honor of his upcoming premiere this weekend. Longtime followers here at It's a Wonderful Movie might already know which one I mean… here’s a little hint: its title reflects one of the truest gifts of the season! Any guesses which one it is? 🎄

We have so much to look forward to in the weeks ahead! Shouldn't be too long now 'til we start hearing those full Christmas movie announcements from each channel... stay tuned!!!✨

Wishing you a day

that is truly…

Merry & Bright!🎄❤️

Net

🌟 Your Cozy Weekend Summer Movie Guide: From the Heart to the Island & Mystery Buzz

Happy Mid-August Weekend, Friends!

Enjoy a cozy weekend of fresh stories and familiar faces!

Great American Family is premiering to their channel for the first time the heartfelt film, "A Thread to Your Heart," and I’ve shared my review below so you’ll know exactly why this love story is worth falling for.

Over on the Hallmark Channel, adventure awaits with a dash of mystery in "Mystery Island: Play for Keeps," the latest chapter in their tropical whodunit series.

Whether you’re in the mood for romance or a little intrigue, there’s something special waiting for everyone this weekend.

One more thing...

Are you dreaming of a little Christmas in August? Friday night’s line-up delivers several wonderful Christmas movie options, plus two fan-favorite actors whose on-screen chemistry has made them a beloved duo. And, at the end of this post, there’s a special note about a certain mystery series fans can’t stop talking about!!!

Keep scrolling for more details...


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Friday, August 15, 2025:

Christmas Movie Classics

Friday night's line-up includes two favorite stars: Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha. Plus, I've included a special note at the end of this post on their mystery series, Mystery 101.

Friday, August 15, 2025:

Next Stop, Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Destined 2: Christmas Once More ... Great American Family ... 6pm
A Biltmore Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
My Christmas Hero ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Christmas Miracle for Daisy ... Great American Family ... 10pm
Destined 2: Christmas Once More ... Great American Family ... 12am
My Christmas Hero Great American Family ... 2am
A Christmas Miracle for Daisy ... Great American Family ... 4am


Want more Christmas... check out the Christmas TV Schedule.


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Saturday, August 16, 2025:

A Thread to Your Heart

Storyline: The owner of a quaint New Zealand yarn shop, Sophie Dale, gets her world flipped upside down after learning her top supplier of yarn, King Farms, is stopping production. Much to her surprise, the charming yet stuck-in-his-ways Samuel King has traveled all the way from New York to audit the business model of the farm. Desperate to keep her shop going, Sophie convinces Samuel to give her two weeks to learn the ropes of yarn spinning and raise enough money to buy the mill herself. With Samuel’s help, Sophie comes up with a fundraising plan to host a “knit-off” and auction at the local makers market. However, when the two weeks come to an end Sophie finds herself at the crossroads of business and romance. Could she have misinterpreted Samuels growing romantic interest in her as just business all along?

Movie Review:

🎬 The setting of this story is in New Zealand - and the countryside there is absolutely beautiful. Breathtaking! The owner of the local yarn shop, Sophie, is quite likeable; she's an American who inherited the shop from her late Grandmother. Sophie brings many people of the town together to knit and enjoy time sharing, along with her best friend, Rose, who is a lot of fun. Everything seems tranquil for Sophie, until she knits a sweater for her boyfriend, Chris. Everyone in the knitting group teases that "it's the curse of the knitted sweater" and they predict in a joking way that she and Chris will surely break up. They actually do, but Sophie has more important things to worry about - she must save the local mill where she gets her yarn and convince the owner's handsome son, Samuel King, who is visiting from New York, to sell it to her before he leaves. The lambs in the movie are all sooo adorable - you'll instantly fall in love with them. At times, the movie can be a bit predictable and cheesy, but it's still a sweet family friendly story, and I personally enjoyed watching it. Even the knitted sweater gets redemption in the end. If you know someone who likes knitting, then this is most definitely THE MOVIE for them. ~Net

A Thread to Your Heart

Premieres Saturday, August 16, 2025

at 9pm/8c. on Great American Family

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Sunday, August 17, 2025:

Mystery Island: Play for Keeps

Storyline: Mystery Island hosts a corporate retreat with a guest being Emilia's ex-fiancé. Old feelings become complicated, tensions run high, and allegations arise when a guest is found dead.

Mystery Island: Play for Keeps

Premieres Sunday, August 17, 2025

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

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And now for the mystery news...

Throughout this week, the Hallmark Mystery channel has been airing mini-marathons of the Mystery 101 series, starring Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha, which isn't that unusual. However, on social media, it has become standard for Hallmark to only show pictures of Kristoffer when promoting the series, and never any promos with Jill. Well, that changed yesterday, and fans definitely noticed.


Before we get to that, let's take a step back - for a minute.

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As the series ran throughout the week, fans took to social media once again with messages like:

⬤ Bring this back!! We need closure! 👏 - sammyjones57

⬤ I miss these movies so much😭 can‘t understand why they canceled them… - julssss95

⬤ Y’all left us on a real cliffhanger. I fear I’ll never get over it - omarlieee

⬤ Looooove this series. Bring it baaaaaaaaack. 😭 - bendieshome


You get the picture. Comments like this continued on and on for several days... all under pictures of Kristoffer Polaha. In one picture (seen above) he is running after a suspect and looking quite dashing and in the other pic, he is simply carrying a file of papers under his arm while investigating one of the cases.

So, what happened yesterday, you might ask??? Well, Hallmark Mystery posted to their socials an actual video promo of one of the previous Mystery 101 movies, and yes, the video showed Jill Wagner!!!! And, as I said, fans, including myself, noticed right away. One fan wrote, "You actually showed Jill? Wow!"

And not only did fans notice, but Kristoffer Polaha noticed, too!!!

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Here's what Kristoffer wrote under the post:

⬤ polahaha: Looks like Amy is back in the case with Travis…

How funny would it be if after all this time we finally got some closure?


Here are some of the random responses:

⬤ please!!!!! You two are my favorites! ❤️❤️ - joynoelle

⬤ You're killing me, Smalls! But yes, please!! - bendieshome

⬤ DON'T TOY WITH ME, KRISTOFFER! (All caps means shouting, yes, but it is a hopeful shout!) - kelli_b_83

⬤ I hope you’re coming out with more episodes! The series was abruptly ended on a huge cliffhanger!! It was extremely disappointing! It would be appreciated if you provided closure to Amy and Travis’ storyline. - kelly_stel1

⬤ Could this be a clue @polahaha AKA Detective Travis!!! 🔎🔎 - itsawonderfulmovieblog

⬤ @hallmarkchannel, you are killing us! 😭 You’re running the mystery marathon back-to-back, but there was never an ending to the storyline. We were all waiting, and then the show wasn’t renewed. So after I watch this again, I’ll still be left wondering what happened… The least you can do is give us an ending. We promise we won’t bother you about this again. - hallmarkluv

⬤ More of these please - heartiesteamnathan

⬤ PLEASE...give us back our favorite mystery series, and our favorite crime solving duo!! Ratings would skyrocket and faith in hallmark would definitely be restored SO much!!! - tonyahoward258

And there are many, many more comments just like this!!! 

So, what's your take? Have you given up hope on "Mystery 101" or does this give any of you sleuthers a sliver of hope that this series could return one day, especially now with Michelle Vicary back as head of programming at Hallmark? Please share in comments below.


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Have a great weekend, everyone!

Enjoy these warm Summer days. Sometimes you've got to just stop and smell the roses!

Blessings to you all,

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands."

PSALM 19:1

This weekend's scripture inspiration:

Our local meteorologist said we would have a meteor shower this week, so I stared up at the stars for a little while. Unfortunately, I never caught the shower of stars (perhaps, too much outdoor lighting around), but I did marvel at the Creator of our universe and how beautiful each star in the sky is, the work of His mighty hands. I stood in awe and amazement at how great our God truly is!!! 🌟🌟🌟

And since this weekend's movie on GAF is about sheep, I just had to include these sriptures, too...

"What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off?

And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off.

In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish."

MATTHEW 18:12-14

Isn’t it amazing to know how deeply God treasures each person, and how far He will go to bring them back to Him? He would leave the 99 to come and rescue you or me!

May your weekend fill you with that same awe-struck wonder I had while staring at the stars... Enjoy the little moments! God bless!!!🌟

Casting Change: Kristoffer Polaha Out, New Lead Joins Jana Kramer in “The Christmas Ring” - Now Filming

( image via : Jana Kramer )

It was previously announced that Kristoffer Polaha (A Biltmore Christmas) would star as the male lead in the upcoming holiday film The Christmas Ring, based on the soon-to-be-released novel by author Karen Kingsbury.

However, since that announcement was made in June, there has been a change in casting.

Benjamin Hollingsworth (A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love) will now take on the lead role of the antiques dealer opposite actress Jana Kramer (Christmas in Mississippi). Much like Jana Kramer and Kristoffer Polaha, Benjamin Hollingsworth has also starred in a number of TV movies - from rom-coms to Christmas!

Also joining the cast of The Christmas Ring is the legendary Kelsey Grammer (Frasier), although details about his role have yet to be revealed.

( Kelsey Grammer and Benjamin Hollingsworth images via Maury Phillips / WireImage )

Karen Kingsbury’s novel The Christmas Ring is set to be released on October 21st, with the film adaptation premiering in theaters on November 6th through Fathom Entertainment.

This is a synopsis of the movie's storyline: "The Christmas Ring centers on a Gold Star widow (Jana Kramer) searching for her family’s missing Christmas ring, only to cross paths with a charismatic antiques dealer (Benjamin Hollingsworth) whose own family history may be connected to the mystery.

Author Karen Kingsbury shared this delightful video from the set yesterday on their first day filming...

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Benjamin Hollingsworth also posted to social media this video describing the vibe of the first day on set:




Jana Kramer shared a few pictures from behind the scenes...

( image via : Jana Kramer )

( image via : Jana Kramer )

I hope the cast has a fantastic time filming! While it’s still unclear why Kristoffer Polaha wasn’t ultimately able to move forward with this project, I certainly wish him all the best on his next movie. I’m also confident that Benjamin Hollingsworth (based on past performances) will bring something special to the role and do a spectacular job!



If you'd like to pre-order Karen Kingsbury’s novel, The Christmas Ring, see details here.

May Your Day be

Merry & Bright! ✨

Net

✨ Jana Kramer & Kristoffer Polaha to Star in "The Christmas Ring" - A Holiday Story by Karen Kingsbury

Exciting news for Christmas Movie Lovers and Book Fans...

Karen Kingsbury's upcoming novel release, "The Christmas Ring," is coming to the big-screen!

The story will first come to life in book form, releasing from Thomas Nelson/HarperCollins on October 21, 2025. Shortly after, the film adaptation will premiere in theaters, via Fathom Entertainment, beginning November 6, 2025.

The book/movie’s heartwarming tagline is drawn from scripture: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

And here’s the part that makes this movie even more magical: "The Christmas Ring" will star Jana Kramer and Kristoffer Polaha in the leading roles and they are filming in Tennessee!

Scroll down for more on the storyline. I have a feeling this is one of those movies we won’t want to miss!

"The Christmas Ring" Story Synopsis via Karen Kingsbury:

While searching for her family's long-lost heirloom ring, military widow Vanessa Mayfield meets handsome antique dealer Ben Miller. The two are drawn to each other and forge a friendship that soon becomes a deep and breathtaking romance. But neither are sure that what they've found can last.

As Vanessa organizes her annual Columbus Cares Christmas Military Dance, she looks forward to her daughter's return from college. But Vanessa hasn't told Sadie about Ben. After all, Vanessa hadn't anticipated finding love again after losing her husband. And now she wrestles with feelings that are becoming hard to ignore.

Just as Ben is about to declare his love for Vanessa, he learns more about her missing Christmas ring: her great grandfather found it in France on D-Day, and engraved on the band is a single meaningful word. The details confirm a terrible truth, one that Ben cannot ignore.

Certain he now knows where Vanessa's ring is, Ben leaves town in a frantic rush. But can he stop a certain sale, or will Vanessa's ring be lost forever? Days before Christmas, when all seems hopeless, Ben and Vanessa learn an important eternal truth: Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.


If you'd like to pre-order Karen Kingsbury's book, "The Christmas Ring" - see details here!

Blessings,

Net ✨

FOUR Well-Known Hallmark & Great American Family Actors Join "Blue Ridge: The Series"

The cast of Blue Ridge: The Series is currently filming season 2, which will include the return of regular cast members: Johnathon Schaech, Sarah Lancaster, Taegen Burns, Tom Proctor, Avianna Mynhier, Greg Perrow, A Martinez, and more.

Plus, this upcoming season of Blue Ridge: The Series will have some special guest stars you are sure to recognize from various TV movies...

Producer, Director, and Writer Gary Wheeler with Sarah Drew and Johnathon Schaech
image via: Gary Wheeler

Sarah Drew

Actress Sarah Drew has starred in the Hallmark movies, Christmas in Vienna, One Summer, Guiding Emily, and Branching Out.

She also starred in the faith-based comedy film, Mom's Night Out, the Lifetime movie, Christmas Pen Pals, the Great American Pure Flix streaming movie, Birthright Outlaw, the Hallmark+ streaming series, Mistetoe Murders, and many more!

Producer, Director, and Writer Gary Wheeler with Eric Close and Johnathon Schaech
image via: Gary Wheeler

Eric Close

Actor Eric Close is well-known for a number of faith-based and TV movies, including INSP's Legal Action, Hallmark's Follow the Stars Home, Christmas in the Air, A Christmas Love Story, Angel Falls: A Novel Holiday, and To Have and To Holiday.

Eric has also starred in the Great American Pure Flix films The Mulligan and Average Joe.

Jesse Hutch with Producer, Director, and Writer Gary Wheeler
image via: Gary Wheeler

Jesse Hutch

Actor Jesse Hutch has starred in many TV rom-coms and Christmas movies for Hallmark, UPtv, Lifetime, and Great American Family.

His acting credits include Let it Snow, Harvest Moon, How to Fall in Love, My Boyfriends' Dogs, and Christmas in Toyland for Hallmark, My Birthday Romance and Love on the Road for UPtv, Becoming Santa and A Very Vintage Christmas for Lifetime, B&B Merry, A Christmas Blessing, Christmas Under the Northern Lights, A Little Women's Christmas, and For the Love of Chocolate for Great American Family and many more.

Jesse is also currently starring in Homestead: The Series.

Kristoffer Polaha with Producer, Director, and Writer Gary Wheeler
image via: Gary Wheeler

Kristoffer Polaha

Kristoffer Polaha is well known for a number of Hallmark movies, most notably are A Biltmore Christmas, Mystery 101, A Dickens of a Holiday, Double Holiday, Small Town Christmas, Pearl in Paradise, Rocky Mountain Christmas, Hearts of Christmas, The Christmas Quest, and more.

He also starred in the faith-based, inspirational films Run the Race and Where Hope Grows.

Kristoffer is currently wearing multiple hats as an actor, producer, and director for the 2025 film Mimics, where he not only stars but also takes the helm behind the camera.



Cast pictures on & off the set of Blue Ridge: The Series...

"Blue Ridge: The Series" cast
image via: Kevin Lawson

"Blue Ridge: The Series" cast & crew
image via: Kristoffer Polaha

A Martinez, Johnathon Schaech, Melissa Ordway Gaston, Kristoffer Polaha, and Jesse Hutch
image via: Melissa Ordway Gaston

Actress Sarah Lancaster, who is an original cast member of Blue Ridge: The Series, is also widely known from her TV movies, Christmas in the Smokies (INSP), Love Finds You in Sugarcreek and Christmas on Holly Lane (UPtv), 'Tis the Season for Love, Along Came a Nanny, and Looking for Mr. Right (Hallmark).

Johnathon Schaech, Sarah Lancaster, and Bruce Boxleitner
image via: Bruce Boxleitner

Actor Bruce Boxleitner (Christmas Under the Northern Lights, Matchmaker Mysteries, Holiday Date, Wedding Bells, Cedar Cove) was one of the guest stars in the first season; he will also be returning for season 2.

The premiere date for season 2 of Blue Ridge: The Series hasn't been revealed yet.

Last year, season 1 began on the streaming service Western Bound, and a few months later, Blue Ridge: The Series made its way to INSP.

As mentioned in an earlier press release, Blue Ridge: The Series season 2 is set to debut on Western Bound, as well.

Stay tuned for further details on "Blue Ridge: The Series."

Blessings on your day!

Net

❤️ The Hallmark Channel Extends Valentine's Day Weekend to President's Day!

Good news, rom-com fans! Valentine's Day will be sticking around just a little longer this year! It ain't over until the Hallmark Channel says it's over.

Valentine's Day is such a lovely, sweet holiday, so why not keep the love going for a few extra days and roll right into President's Day?

And really, is it all that surprising? I mean, Hallmark begins Christmas around Halloween? Why not celebrate Valentine's Day on President's Day?!?!

Starting Sunday night, February 16th, at 10 PM (yep, 10 PM right after When Calls the Heart), the Hallmark Channel kicks off its Valentine's Movie Marathon, running all the way until early Tuesday morning at 6 AM!

And Hallmark Mystery has their own special marathon on Monday... a Lacey Chabert Mystery Movie Marathon! See details below.


❤️ Hallmark Channel's Valentine's Day Marathon

Sunday, February 16th:

Love on the Menu - 10pm

Monday, February 17th:

Love on the Right Course - 12am
Anything for Love - 2am
Sense & Sensibility - 8am
Falling for You - 10am
Dater's Handbook - 12pm
Welcome to Valentine - 2pm
The Lost Valentine - 4pm
All Things Valentine - 6pm
Paris, Wine, and Romance - 8pm
My Secret Valentine - 10pm

Tuesday, February 18th:

A Paris Proposal - 12am
Valentine in the Vineyard - 2am
Love, Romance, and Chocolate - 4am


❤️ Lacey Chabert Mystery Movie Marathon on Hallmark Mystery

Monday, February 17th:

The Dancing Detective: A Deadly Tango - 8am
Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For - 10am
Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder - 12pm
Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver - 2pm
Crossword Mysteries: Terminal Descent - 4pm
Crossword Mysteries: Riddle Me Dead - 6pm
The Christmas Quest - 8pm


I hope you all enjoy some of the romantic comedies, mysteries, and Valentine's Day-themed movies airing from late Sunday to early Tuesday! We could all use a bit more love in this world, so it seems like the perfect moment for it!

Wishing you all much love 

and happiness,

Net

images: Hallmark Media, edit: itsawonderfulmovie.com

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving, Friends! 🍂 Feast on NEW Christmas Movies Thanksgiving Week and Weekend!

Happy Thanksgiving,
dear "It's a Wonderful Movie"
Family and Friends!

What a meaningful time it is to express our gratitude to the Lord above for our many blessings over this Thanksgiving holiday.

Words truly cannot express how thankful I am for all of you, dear friends, who take time out of your busy days to come and visit here at It's a Wonderful Movie and share with all of us!

Our homes may be far apart, but our hearts are as close as always... as we celebrate the joys of the holidays and Christmas season together!

See below for all of the details for the NEW Christmas movies being served during this Thanksgiving week and weekend. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on them!


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Wednesday, November 27, 2024:

Christmas Under the Lights

Storyline: Emily (Hemmens) is always reluctant to return home to her family’s animal rescue ranch -- but when her mother passes away, her brother Nick requests her help organizing the annual Christmas Carnival. When she arrives, she discovers Nick’s friend, Luke (Grazzini), staying at the ranch -- and that Luke was once a successful artist who works with light. Though initially reluctant to collaborate, Emily and Luke work hard to pull off the best, most light-filled carnival the town has ever seen, a healing celebration of Emily’s mother’s legacy and the magic of Christmas -- and along the way feel sparks of romance as radiant as the lights themselves.

Christmas Under the Lights

Premieres Wednesday, November 27, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Hallmark Mystery

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Thursday, November 28, 2024:

Thanksgiving Special

98th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The 98th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be telecast on NBC from 8:30 a.m. to Noon in all time zones on Thursday, November 28,2024. The event will also simulstream on Peacock, and Fubo subscribers will also be able to watch it. An encore on some NBC stations will follow at 2 p.m. ET/PT. (check your local listings)

The 2024 parade will include 22 giant balloons, 34 floats, 11 marching bands, 11 perfomance groups, and 28 performers, including: Idina Menzel, Jennifer Hudson, Joey McIntyre (of New Kids on the Block), The Temptations, Walker Hayes, The War and Treaty, and more!

And speaking of parades, if you'd also like to see Hallmark's best classic movie (in my opinion) about the Thanksgiving Day Parade, be sure to watch Love at the Thanksgiving Day Parade this Saturday at 4pm/3c. on Hallmark Family!



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Thursday, November 28, 2024:

I Heard the Bells

Special Commercial Free Presentation

Storyline: I Heard the Bells is the inspiring, true story behind the beloved Christmas carol and the song’s author, America’s beloved poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Known as America’s Poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow leads an idyllic life…until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it’s the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet’s lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith.

I Heard the Bells

Special Commercial Free Presentation

Premieres Thursday, November 28, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Thursday, November 28, 2024:

Debbie Macomber's Joyful Mrs. Miracle

Storyline: Three adult siblings (Lamothe-Kipnes, Dowden, Lloyd-Jones) return to their childhood home at Christmas to honor their late grandmother's wishes and try to agree on new leadership for the family's company. Enter Annie Merkel (Boston) - also known as Mrs. Miracle - who poses as an estate planner and uses her special brand of Christmas magic to help the family find common ground and rekindle their bonds. As the siblings try to sort things out, Charlotte (Lamothe-Kipnes) also finds herself reconnecting with Austin (Novlan), the manor's caretaker and her first love.

Debbie Macomber's Joyful Mrs. Miracle

Premieres Thursday, November 28, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Friday, November 29, 2024:

A Cinderella Christmas Ball

Storyline: With only the internet, a plane ticket and a lifelong determination to find her birth family Chelsea travels to royal hamlet, Havenshire, at Christmas. Along the way, Chelsea sneaks into a castle, teaches a stubborn Prince how to dance, and looks to be in the perfect place when the bells toll Christmas Eve.

A Cinderella Christmas Ball

Premieres Friday, November 29, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Friday, November 29, 2024:

A '90s Christmas

Storyline: Workaholic lawyer Lucy Miller (Bourne) is celebrating her promotion alone on Christmas Eve when a mysterious rideshare experience transports her back to 1999. Reliving the holiday with her mom, sister and best friend - not to mention her high school crush - Lucy gets a second chance to understand where her relationships went wrong. Will this magical journey help her rewrite her future or leave her destined to be alone?

A '90s Christmas

Premieres Friday, November 29, 2024

at 6pm/5c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Friday, November 29, 2024:

Deck the Walls

Storyline: Rose (Greene) is a Chicago-based interior designer, whose brother Sal (Pellegrino) is responsible for a Christmas Charity House Flip back in their suburban Ohio hometown. When a budget crisis puts this important project in danger, Rose reluctantly returns during the holidays to try to save the day. Not ready to face the ghosts of her past, Rose's plan is to get in, get it done, and get out ASAP. But before she knows it, she is face-to-face with Brysen (Brown), her brother's best friend, contractor and who just so happens to be the bane of Rose's youth. With the help of friends and family, and buoyed by the season of giving, the trio figures out a way to work together for this worthy cause. As Rose works, she discovers unexpected love and deeper purpose along the way.

Deck the Walls

Premieres Friday, November 29, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

A Prince and Pauper Christmas

Storyline: When a down-on-his luck confidential informant in a criminal investigation suddenly goes missing, a desperate young federal agent recruits his doppelgänger to play the role.

A Prince and Pauper Christmas

Premieres Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

I Heard the Bells

Encore Presentation

Storyline: I Heard the Bells is the inspiring, true story behind the beloved Christmas carol and the song’s author, America’s beloved poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Known as America’s Poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow leads an idyllic life…until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it’s the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet’s lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith.

I Heard the Bells

Encore Presentation

Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

North by North Pole: A Dial S Mystery

Storyline: Santa is back to help a couple solve a mystery and find romance. Zoey’s wish to produce the perfect Christmas Festival becomes difficult when she clashes with partner Dalton while suspicious things happen that could to stop the festival.

North by North Pole: A Dial S Mystery

Premieres Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 9pm/8c. on PixL TV

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

Believe in Christmas

Storyline: When Beatrice (Ory) reluctantly joins her best friend on a trip to the enchanting Christmasland, she's skeptical of the holiday magic surrounding them. But as she experiences festive traditions and meets a charming stranger named Ethan (Reardon), she begins to question what's real and what's part of the experience. In the end, Christmasland helps Beatrice rediscover hope, love, and the magic of new beginnings.

Believe in Christmas

Premieres Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 6pm/5c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story

Storyline: Alana Higman (King) is sure that her family's lifelong history as Kansas City Chiefs superfans makes them a frontrunner to win the team's "Fan of the Year" contest. Derrick (Hynes), Director of Fan Engagement, is tasked with evaluating how Alana and her family stack up against the other two finalists. As the pair spends time together, it's clear there's a spark between them but when her grandfather's (Begley Jr.) vintage Chiefs good-luck winter hat goes missing, Alana begins to doubt everything she believed about fate, destiny and even questions her future with Derrick - unless, that is, a little Christmas magic can throw a Hail Mary. *Features cameos by Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid; Chiefs Players Trey Smith, Mecole Hardman Jr., Clyde Edwards-Helaire and George Karlaftis;; Donna Kelce; Jenna Bush Hager

Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story

Premieres Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, November 30, 2024:

BeBe Winans’ We Three Kings

Storyline: In BeBe Winans’ We Three Kings, Bebe plays Lincoln, retired musician turned record store owner, and proud father to the three King sisters, Lydia (Lisa Berry), Gracie (Faith Wright) and Abigail (Bethany Brown). For the first time since their mother’s death, the three estranged King sisters return home for the holidays. Lincoln hatches a plan with family friend, Genelle (Deborah Joy Winans) to bring his girls back together again this Christmas. Living under the same roof and hearing their father sing joyful Christmas melodies sparks old family memories. Holiday love songs and mistletoe are found around every corner, and the sisters end up finding love in the very town they tried so hard to leave behind. It isn't long before the sisters face the facts; life's better when they are together.

BeBe Winans’ We Three Kings

Premieres Saturday, November 30, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

A Bluegrass Christmas

Storyline: Katie’s family’s horse sanctuary is on the brink of closure, but in a last-ditch effort to raise the money, Katie must coax her reclusive grandfather, Bluegrass legend Ben Pendleton, back onto the stage for a Christmas benefit concert.

A Bluegrass Christmas

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

The Finnish Line

Storyline: Inspired by her father's acclaimed legacy in dog sled racing, Anya (Matula) decides to follow in his footsteps. After his passing, she heads to Finland to participate in the 40th annual Joulurauha race, her father's final race where he fell short of the victory. Following an injury to her lead dog during the qualifying race, Anya finds herself partnered with a new canine companion owned by journalist and former racer Cole, (Mirchoff) who aims to pen a story about her journey. Struggling to build trust with her new dog and facing her father's rival, Monty, (Páll Sigþór Pálsson, Mr. Murphy) Anya must navigate many challenges as she strives to win the race.

The Finnish Line

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 6pm/5c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

The Christmas Quest

Storyline: An archeologist (Chabert) and her ex-husband (Polaha), an expert in ancient Norse languages, are sent to Iceland at Christmastime to search for the legendary treasure of the Yule Lads. When others join in the hunt, the pair find themselves swept into a thrilling adventure as they race to keep it from falling into the wrong hands.

The Christmas Quest

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

Home Sweet Christmas

Storyline: Two former childhood friends reunite after a beloved family members passes, leaving the future of his magical maple sugar farm in their hands.

Home Sweet Christmas

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

Make or Bake Christmas

Storyline: With Christmas fast approaching, Leslie (Vivica A. Fox), known for her expertise in all things domestic and top lifestyle brands, is looking to expand her business. She sets her sights on the bakery, Sugar Bakers, owned by Denise Sugarbaker (Jackée Harry) and run by her son, David (Landon Moss). Determined to make a deal before the end of the year, Leslie sends one of her top employees, Emma (Jasmine Aivaliotis), to go undercover as a seasonal employee in order to convince them to sell. Emma unexpectedly finds herself falling in love with the quaint bakery with its Christmas spirit, staff and especially, David. 'Tis the Season to make or bake Christmas and discover everything sweet during the holidays, including love.

Make or Bake Christmas

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime

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Sunday, December 1, 2024:

Operation Mistletoe

Storyline: When Grace’s former crush comes home for Christmas, her best friend tries to play matchmaker by hiring her to decorate the house he plans to sell.

Operation Mistletoe

Premieres Sunday, December 1, 2024

at 7pm/6c. on the CW

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Savor this Thanksgiving week, everyone! I'm looking forward to having Thanksgiving dinner with my precious family, playing games, chatting, cooking and baking (of course, lots of that!), and simply sharing time, memories, and laughter together.

I pray you make many wonderful, cherished memories with your family and friends!

You all are in my heart and prayers all year, but especially during this special, holy season. Your friendship is such a gift!

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

Visit the *Christmas TV Schedule* for the dates and times of NEW Christmas movies.

You can find the 2024 Christmas Movie Review post *here*.

Have a truly Happy Thanksgiving!

God bless us, Everyone! 

Net

🌟 SHINING HIS LIGHT 🌟

Enter his gates with thanksgiving

and his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and praise his name.

For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;

his faithfulness continues through all generations.

~Psalm 100:4-5