🎄Great American Family Announces 'The Christmas Yes List' in Production

Exciting Christmas movie news!

Just as I revealed recently... Danica McKellar and Sam Page are returning to Great American Family for a brand-new holiday movie, "The Christmas Yes List," and even better news - Great American Family has announced today, via Woman's World, that the movie is currently in production!

This all-new Christmas film is inspired by the (soon-to-be-released) Christmas novel of the same name by Melissa Ferguson.

The story follows a woman named Chloe (Danica McKellar) who decides to create a "Christmas Yes List," choosing to say "yes" to opportunities, adventures, and meaningful moments during the holiday season. As she steps outside her comfort zone, Chloe discovers that Christmas has a way of bringing surprising joys, new possibilities, and perhaps even a little romance along the way.

Danica has shared her excitement about bringing this uplifting story to the screen, and it's easy to see why. The film's message of opening our hearts and embracing the blessings placed in our path fits beautifully with the spirit of Christmas.

I'll be sharing more details on "The Christmas Yes List" as they become available, so stay tuned!

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The Christmas Yes List:
A Heartwarming Holiday Novel
by Melissa Ferguson

*Click here for details*

🌟 See Danica McKellar's 2026 Great American Family Christmas Movie & Her Co-Star

 ( Danica McKellar image credit: Great America Media ) 

Such fun news today from Great American Family... Danica McKellar's 2026 Christmas movie has been announced!

In a promo currently airing on Great American Family, it was revealed that Danica's movie will be Christmas Yes List, based on the book (of the same name!) by author Melissa Ferguson!

This is Melissa Ferguson's second book adapted to film for the network; the first was Meet Me in the Margins.

As for Danica McKellar, this is her fifth Christmas movie with Great American Family; she has also starred in three romantic comedies for the channel.

So, who is Danica's co-star in her new Christmas movie? He is actor Sam Page! This will be Sam's third Christmas movie with Great American Family!

See the new promo here:

🎄 Danica McKellar’s 2026 Great American Family Christmas Movie & Her Costar! pic.twitter.com/Jhh7UQulQg

— It's A Wonderful Movie 🍿📺 (@awonderfulmovie) July 4, 2026

video via: Great American Media


Christmas Yes List storyline via Amazon:

All she wants for Christmas is a rejection. Chloe Hollis is done being a people-pleaser. After one too many bad decisions--including a job that asked her to cross a line she couldn't--she's determined to change. Her plan? Collect ten nos before Christmas by asking strangers for the most ridiculous favors she can think of. It should be easy. But then? Then she meets James. Instead of shutting her down, the charming out-of-towner keeps saying yes--to Christmas karaoke, to small-town holiday traditions, to every spontaneous, hilarious, totally chaotic idea she throws his way. And the more he says yes, the harder it becomes for Chloe to stick to her plan . . . or protect her heart.

Because James has a reason for saying yes to everything, too--and it might cost them both more than they bargained for. As their opposite missions collide in a swirl of festive mishaps, unexpected courage, and undeniable chemistry, Chloe starts to wonder if the biggest risk isn't rejection after all . . . but saying yes to something real.

*Note: Some details may be slightly changed as the story is adapted for film.

I've also caught throughout the day - other movie previews airing on Great American Family. I won't have time to share more of those (since it's the 4th of July), but stay tuned to It's a Wonderful Movie for more news next week!

Have a blessed weekend, 

celebrating America's 250th birthday!

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The Christmas Yes List:
A Heartwarming Holiday Novel
by Melissa Ferguson

*Click here for details*

Great American Family Sets Premiere Date for "Meet Me in the Margins" + Extra Story Details

( Merritt Patterson image via: Great American Media ) 

Great news, movie fans! Great American Family has announced that we can look forward to the romantic-comedy, "Meet Me in the Margins," premiering this June!

UPDATE: CHANGE IN PREMIERE DATE:

Stream on Great American Pure Flix -

beginning Thursday, June 11, 2026

Premieres on Great American Family and GFam+ -

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 8/7c

"Meet Me in the Margins" stars Merritt Patterson and Liam McIntyre and is based on the book of the same name by Melissa Ferguson.

*By the way, in case any of you are interested, Melissa Ferguson has shared that her books are always clean and wholesome when it comes to romance. And I must say, I love that! You can read reviews for Melissa's book at Amazon - *click here*. (This book has sold over 100,000 copies!)

Click here for the current discounted price 

at Amazon and read a sample.

This is the basic storyline shared by Great American Family, "Meet Me in the Margins follows an aspiring author whose secret manuscript sparks an unexpected romance in the publishing world."

This sounds like such a sweet story, and I'm really looking forward to seeing Merritt and Liam paired together.

What are your thoughts? Are you excited for this movie? Please share in comments below.

Happy movie-watching!

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Merritt Patterson Signs Exclusive Multi-Picture Deal with Great American Family

Exciting news, movie fans! Merritt Patterson has officially signed on for a long-term partnership with Great American Family! For all of us who love watching Merritt in her many delightful rom-coms and Christmas movies, we will have plenty to look forward to.

If you're curious what film Merritt is filming next with Great American Family, be sure to check out the press release below for all the details...

Press Release via Great American Media:

Great American Media
Signs Exclusive
Multi-Picture Deal
with Fan-Favorite Actress,
Merritt Patterson

First Film in New Deal,
Meet Me in the Margins,
Adapted from Best Selling Author,
Melissa Ferguson’s Novel

NEW YORK, NY – February 5, 2026 – Great American Media today announced an exclusive multi-picture agreement with beloved romantic comedy and holiday leading lady, Merritt Patterson, further strengthening the company’s commitment to delivering uplifting, feel-good Originals for audiences who crave heartfelt storytelling. The company also announces the first film of the new deal is Meet Me in the Margins, adapted from bestselling author Melissa Ferguson’s novel of the same name. Meet Me in the Margins is scheduled to go into production in Spring.

In Meet Me in the Margins, Patterson stars as a book editor who secretly pens her own romance manuscript, only to find unexpected editorial notes from a mysterious critic in the margins. The film is a witty, heartwarming story about finding love between the lines.

Patterson is a proven rom com favorite whose performances have helped make her one of the most recognizable faces in the genre. Across Great American Media, she has starred in multiple audience-favorite Originals, including Jingle Bell Princess, Catering Christmas, ‘Twas the Text Before Christmas, A Vintage Christmas, and One Perfect Match. Beyond Great American Media, Patterson’s warm, witty style has made her a go-to lead for rom com fans with standout holiday titles like The Christmas Cottage.

“Merritt Patterson is the kind of rare leading lady audiences instantly connect with – she is heartfelt, funny, and endlessly watchable,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “I could not be more thrilled to continue our long-time working relationship. Her warmth and charm truly define what our viewers love, and we are looking forward to bringing even more memorable stories to life with Merritt leading the way,” Abbott concluded.

Under the new agreement, Patterson will star in multiple upcoming Great American Media Originals across the company’s portfolio of platforms, including Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, continuing her run as one of Great American Media’s signature family of stars.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
pamslay@gacmedia.com
818.415.3784
media@crosswindpr.com


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I'm personally thrilled that Merritt Patterson has signed on to star in multiple movies with Great American Family. She has already starred in many movies that I love, including 'Twas the Text Before Christmas, One Perfect Match, Catering Christmas, Picture a Perfect Christmas, The Christmas Cottage, etc., and this new project, Meet Me in the Margins, based on Melissa Ferguson's book, sounds intriguing! *click here for book details*

Please share your favorite Merritt Patterson movies in comments below. Are you excited that she is joining GAF long-term?

Happy movie-watching,

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