🎄♫ Bing is Back! It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas on Great American Family!

Christmas movie fans, it’s coming!🎄❤️

When Great American Family plays the Bing Crosby “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas” promo (see below), you know we are getting closer to another Christmas movie season!

Great American Christmas 2026 begins Friday, October 9th!

New Christmas Promo:

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It's so fun to see so many clips of our favorite stars in this new promo - including Candace Cameron Bure, Cameron Mathison, Laura Osnes, Mario Lopez, Cindy Busby, Trevor Donovan, Danica McKellar, Merritt Patterson, Jesse Hutch, Jill Wagner, and more!

It is truly going to be such an exciting Christmas movie season on Great American Family! To see the full list of premieres - click here.

May Your Day be

Merry & Bright!

Net🎄

Ryan Paevey Is Back for Another 2026 Christmas Movie – “The Ornament Library”

 (image via: Great American Media ) 

The official announcement is here! Ryan Paevey (Christmas at the Plaza) will star in TWO Christmas movies this holiday season on Great American Family! He joins Candace Cameron Bure, Cameron Mathison, and Danica McKellar in doing so.

Co-starring with Ryan in his new holiday movie, The Ornament Library, is Merritt Patterson ('Twas the Text Before Christmas).

I think this film sounds like a fun one! See all of the exciting details for their new Christmas movie in the press release below...

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NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media proudly announces the World Premiere of The Ornament Library, starring beloved fan favorites Merritt Patterson and Ryan Paevey, streaming on Great American Pure Flix, Thursday, December 3, before premiering on Great American Family and GFAM+ , Saturday, December 5 (8p).

Great American Christmas, one of the most anticipated holiday events on television, continues its sixth season with an extraordinary collection of Original movies pairing the genre's most beloved stars with stories made to become Christmas traditions.

In The Ornament Library, meticulous librarian Alice Montgomery (Patterson) and newspaper reporter Noah Conrad (Paevey) discover a forgotten room hidden beneath their town's historic library, filled with hundreds of Christmas ornaments containing handwritten memories from generations past. As they set out to reunite each treasured keepsake with its rightful family, the pair rekindles a cherished Christmas tradition, strengthen an entire community, and discover that the greatest gifts of the season are the stories – and people – we carry in our hearts.

"The Ornament Library is a great story with tremendous talent as Merritt Patterson and Ryan Paevey create the kind of emotional connection that brings audiences back year after year," said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer and Chief of Staff, Great American Media. This is the standard we are setting for Great American Christmas," Haubrich concluded.

The Ornament Library is written by Ainsley Gordon.

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 CONTACTS:

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

SOURCE Great American Media

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Are you excited for this NEW Christmas movie? I think The Ornament Library sounds VERY intriguing!!!! I mean, who doesn't love an adventure with Christmas, romance, and a scavenger hunt?

The storyline is giving me the feel of Christmas at the Plaza meets A Vintage Christmas meets Meet Me in the Margins!

First, the popular Christmas movie, Christmas at the Plaza, which of course starred Ryan Paevey, was all about ornaments. In that film, he was assisting a historian; in this new movie, he'll be helping a librarian.

Second, A Vintage Christmas, which stars Merritt Patterson, is about finding the owner of Christmas Letters to Santa; in The Ornament Library, they are locating the owners of ornaments.

And lastly, there's a mention in The Ornament Library storyline of discovering a secret room, and of course there was also a secret hidden room in Merritt Patterson's rom-com movie, Meet Me in the Margins.

So... it should be interesting to see if there are other similarities!

I'm really looking forward to seeing the pairing of Merritt Patterson and Ryan Paevey this Christmas season! I hope you are, too!

Happy Movie-Watching!

Net🎄

✨ Meet the New TV Movies Premiering This Weekend & More Surprises!

Happy Weekend, Friends!

It may not be officially summer just yet, but wow, it sure has felt like it! The heat has definitely arrived, and I hope you're all finding ways to stay cool while still enjoying some sunshine. I've been soaking up every chance to be outside on our farm, enjoying these beautiful days. And I'm especially grateful that the humidity will finally be easing up for us this weekend!

One of my favorite ways to wind down after a warm summer day is with a good movie, and this weekend gives us not one, but two brand-new romantic comedies to enjoy: Meet Me in the Margins and Texas Two-Step!

Plus, Great American Family has added three movies to their schedule that have been available through streaming. They may be familiar to some of you, but since these movies are making their channel debut, this is great news for those of us who haven't had a chance to watch them all yet.

See details for all of these movies below...


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Friday, June 12, 2026:

Friday Night

Christmas Classics

image via: Great American Media

Catch Merritt Patterson in four classic Christmas movies Friday night on Great American Family - leading up to her new movie premiere on Saturday! (three of the films encore early on Saturday morning)

And Hallmark will be playing Christmas movies starring Brendan Penny - leading up to his new movie premiere on Saturday!

Friday, June 12, 2026:

A Vintage Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4pm
'Twas the Text Before Christmas ... Great American Family ... 6pm
A Little Christmas Charm ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Jingle Bell Princess ... Great American Family ... 8pm
The More the Merrier ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
'Tis the Season for Love ... Hallmark Family ... 6pm
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10pm
'Twas the Text Before Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
Jingle Bell Princess ... Great American Family ... 2am
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4am


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Saturday, June 13, 2026:

Meet Me in the Margins

*NEW MOVIE PREMIERE*

image via: Great American Media

Storyline: Savannah Cade, a quietly brilliant editor at a prestigious publishing house, secretly dreams of becoming a romance novelist, until her hidden manuscript is discovered and anonymously critiqued in the margins. As mysterious notes push her to rewrite both her book and her own tendency to stay silent, Savannah must decide whether to protect her career or finally speak up for the stories, and herself, that matter most. What begins as a professional risk slowly becomes a transformative love story about courage, creativity, and being seen.

Meet Me in the Margins

Premieres Saturday. June 13, 2026

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

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Saturday, June 13, 2026:

Texas Two-Step

*NEW MOVIE PREMIERE*

image via: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Olivia returns to Texas to help her aunt with her country music bar that's fallen on hard times and reconnects with Luke, her childhood sweetheart turned cowboy, and her passion for dancing.

Texas Two-Step

Premieres Saturday. June 13, 2026

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, June 14, 2026:

Cabin Connection (2022)

*NETWORK DEBUT

ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY*

image via: Vortex Productions

When lifestyle writer and committed bachelorette Hannah inherits her late grandmother's cabin, she hires widowed handyman Cole to help get it in shape to sell. As Hannah spends time with Cole, her faith in love and relationships is restored.

Cabin Connection (2022)

Premieres Sunday, June 14, 2026

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

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Sunday, June 14, 2026:

Cream Of The Crop (2022)

*NETWORK DEBUT

ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY*

image via: DBM Films

A feisty young woman, dedicated to saving her family farm, and a driven real estate tycoon fall in love, but things get complicated when his company assigns him to foreclose on her family's farm.

Cream Of The Crop (2022)

Premieres Sunday, June 14, 2026

at 10pm/9c on Great American Family

Note: This movie is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Encore airing at 2:30am/1:30c

Movie Review:

Cream of the Crop is a very charming movie, with a few mature themes. -Maria


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Monday, June 15, 2026:

Riverfront Romance (2021)

*NETWORK DEBUT

ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY*

image via: Vortex Productions

A successful novelist buys her dream home, an old turn-of-the-century home on a beautiful riverfront. However, a young project manager is in charge of building a hydroelectric dam on the river. The novelist has 30 days to change his mind.

Riverfront Romance

Premieres Monday, June 15, 2026

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

Movie Review:

Vortex Media's Riverfront Romance is a very cozy movie. -Maria


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If you haven't voted, yet, place your vote for *Favorite Rom-Com* from 2025!

*VOTE HERE*

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I hope you find something fun to watch this weekend! Be sure to share which movie you're most excited to see, or a review after you've had a chance to watch! We'd love to hear your thoughts.

Wishing you all a relaxing, joy-filled weekend filled with sunshine, sweet moments, and great movies!



Also, this Sunday is Flag Day... may we always cherish the stars and stripes and our freedoms! God Bless America!

Blessings to you all,

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

“A new command I give you: 

Love one another. 

As I have loved you, 

so you must love one another.” 

- John 13:34

 
When we open our hearts to Jesus, His love has a beautiful way of shining through us! May His love bloom in your heart today and overflow into the lives of those around you!

DVD Recommendations:



Jingle Bell Princess
*Click here for current price at Amazon*

A Little Christmas Charm
*Click here for current price at Amazon*

Great American Family June 2026 Movie Premiere "Meet Me in the Margins" - See Poster, Plot, and Preview

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Meet Me in the Margins

Premiere Date: June 13, 2026 on Great American Family

Starring: Merritt Patterson and Liam McIntyre

Storyline: Savannah Cade, a quietly brilliant editor at a prestigious publishing house, secretly dreams of becoming a romance novelist, until her hidden manuscript is discovered and anonymously critiqued in the margins. As mysterious notes push her to rewrite both her book and her own tendency to stay silent, Savannah must decide whether to protect her career or finally speak up for the stories, and herself, that matter most. What begins as a professional risk slowly becomes a transformative love story about courage, creativity, and being seen.

*Adapted from the book, Meet Me in the Margins, by author Melissa Ferguson, who is also an executive producer.

Movie Reviews:

📖 Meet Me in the Margins was just okay for me. Sorry for anyone else who liked it, but I just didn’t feel any chemistry between Merritt & Liam. It was obvious who was writing the margin notes. And why did no one else know about the secret room? Christie

📖 Meet me in the Margins was just a fantastic Movie. It was even better than I thought it would be! This was my favorite Merritt performance to date-I thought she was just amazing in this role! I loved the actress who played her friend/roommate. I didn't realize how deep of voice Liam had! lol I thought the chemistry was great with all of the actors, There were some parts of the book that I wish were in this movie more-but that is just being nitpicky! lol I give this movie 11/10. Just loved it! Sarah

📖 Meet Me in the Margins is wonderful! –Maria

📖 Review: Meet Me in the Margins -
Family-friendly? Yes -
Recommend? Unfortunately no -

It pains me to say this, since Merritt is one of my favorites, but this movie has nothing going for it, and imho, is one of her worst!

This movie just draaaags! There is no energy to it, no life. The plot itself is not interesting - there is certainly no mystery, although it tries to be one. And some things just seem so improbable - I find it hard to believe that no one else ever goes into the Records room, or knows about her "secret" room. (And yet someone - we know who - manages to decorate it with lights, and get a big chair in there, without anyone knowing??)

But the worst thing about this movie is the lead actor - he simply has no charisma! I for the life of me cannot understand why anyone would be attracted to this guy...and as far as chemistry? There was more chemistry between Merritt and her roommate/coworker than between her and this guy!

I recorded this movie to watch later at night, and I was so tempted to fast-forward through a lot of it. I didn't, but should have, and I wouldn't have missed anything. (There were some other problems, like poor editing, but I won't get into those.) I'm sorry, but this is a big "don't bother" from me! (And as an aside, does anyone else wish Merritt would go back to being a blonde?) – Mark 25

📖 I was unaware there was another Sarah leaving comments here, so I'll go by Sarah L from now on because our reviews are definitely quite different.

I recently shared my disappointment with "County Rescue" and I wanted to share my thoughts on "Meet Me in the Margins" but Mark 25 pretty much took the words right out of my mouth.

For me, the only bright spots in the movie were the two supporting characters...Sam, the coworker, and Lyla, Merritt's best friend and roommate. They brought much needed personality and energy to the story. Unfortunately, I didn't see much chemistry between Merritt and Liam, which made it hard to see their romance bloom.

The AI generated house images felt generic and, honestly, made the movie seem a bit low budget. I also couldn't figure out how William managed to get that chair through such a tiny door... it had to be 2-person job. And how did Merritt and William never cross paths in that secret room until the end... the whole premise felt disconnected. When did they fall in love... I just did not see it.

It took me three nights to finish the movie, and I was relieved when it was finally over! I will not be rewatching it! Also, there was supposed to be a mystery about who was leaving the notes, and if there had been it may have redeemed the movie. Not sure how GAF thought this would be a hit, but I see others that liked it, and I am wondering did we watch the same movie... it was a drag like you said Mark 25. BORING!!!!!

I also agree about Merritt's appearance. I think she is a natural beauty, but I personally feel the darker hair ages her. The blonde highlights were much more flattering. As for the wardrobe, it missed the mark for me. There were a couple of dresses that were fine, but overall, the fashion felt frumpy. The striped sweater wasn't my favorite, and that oversized satin jacket looked more like a robe, or a man's smoking jacket. The sash reminded me of something that belonged on my grandmother's curtains.

I had high hopes for this one and ended up very disappointed. I know there's a Christmas movie based on another book by the same author coming to GAF, and I'm hoping it will be much better. After this movie, though, I'm not feeling overly optimistic. ~Sarah L

📖 I 3rd the Overall remarks of Mark 25 and Sarah L 😉

I've Loved Merritt from the 1st movie(A Royal Winter), it was my introduction to Her, not until it was pointed out to me about her previous shows did I get the connection about Royal story.

I don't remember any movie last year, so I've missed her, I also had high hopes, but I was disappointed too!!

Hoping next movie will be a better fit for her, she is talented. ~Kathy♥Texas

📖 Meet Me in the Margins – I’ve so enjoyed reading everyone’s various reviews on Meet Me in the Margins, so I just had to share a few thoughts, too! This movie is wholesome, it has an interesting story concept, and I liked the idea of including a mystery, but truthfully, it wasn’t very mysterious who was writing the margin notes to Merritt’s character, Savannah.

I also wondered how someone was able to get extra decorations and a nice sized comfy chair into the secret room without anyone else knowing. Plus, the door Savannah went in to the secret room appeared to be smaller than your average door. How in the world did that chair fit through that???

Also, I wasn’t fond of the fact that William and Savannah lied to complete strangers about fostering a puppy, in an attempt to convince them to adopt. I know their intentions were good, but it just didn’t seem necessary to lie about it.

In the margin notes, the secret person was encouraging Savannah (through her character) repeatedly to find her voice and speak up for herself, but when William lied directly to his mother about sending Savannah to another publisher, Savannah said nothing. She remained silent. I was disappointed by that. I thought that would have been an important moment to finally speak up for herself, proving she had grown.

Frankly, I thought the chemistry between Savannah and William was lacking. There just weren't enough scenes featuring the two of them alone together, learning about each other, or connecting over shared interests. I wanted to feel that special draw between them, but I just didn’t.

I also have to agree with Mark and Sarah L. that I prefer Merritt’s hair lighter. Her hair looked especially beautiful in Picture a Perfect Christmas and One Perfect Match.

Overall, I really wanted to love this movie, but unfortunately... it’s a one-time watch for me. ~Net

📖 "Meet me in the Margins" - I don't even know where to start. Like several of you all, I had such high hopes for this one which is why it disappointed me so much. This movie bored me in so many ways.

I too, only liked the Merritt's co-worker who was also her roommate and her co-worker Sam. I kept nodding off last night, trying my hardest to get through this boring movie.

So many questions kept running through my mind which other reviewers, including you Net, which just didn't make sense. Liam, though nice looking, was wooden and had zero chemistry with Merritt. When they declared the love, I thought to myself, "Not possible" and "No way". Their relationship felt more like friends than anything else. And, I too prefer Merritt with lighter hair. The dark hair was too harsh and jarring and took away from how stunningly beautiful she is.

This was definitely a one-time watch for me. I never want to see it again. Now I need to re-watch "One Perfect Match" which is perfect in every way. She has amazing chemistry with Joshua!! I never get tired of that sweet gem of a movie. ~Joan

Looks like I’m in the minority concerning Meet Me In The Margins…I loved it!

I did notice the large chair that somehow managed to get through a small door but it wasn’t enough to diminish my enjoyment of the movie.

I loved Merritt and Liam together and thought that her acting seemed stronger than in her previous GAC roles.

In earlier parts, she didn’t seem to be really giving it her all and this felt like she was back to her original self.

I enjoyed Liam in his previous role in Designing Christmas With You and thought he was great here as well. I hope he continues to work with GAC. I would love to see them paired again. Rebecca


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It's great to see Merritt Patterson in this upcoming new movie. My two favorite movies starring Merritt are Picture a Perfect Christmas and 'Twas the Text Before Christmas! What are your favorites? Please share in comments below.

Happy Movie-Watching!

Net

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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!

Net

✨ Casting News! Meet Merritt Patterson’s On-Screen Match for 'Meet Me in the Margins'

Since the movie, Meet Me in the Margins, was announced last week with Merritt Patterson’s name attached to it, a few various actors' names, who might potentially portray her opposite, have been swirling around in my mind, but (bummer!) I didn't guess this one! Although I'm still pleasantly surprised!

Great American Family revealed today that actor Liam McIntyre (Designing Christmas with You) will be portraying Merritt Patterson's opposite in the rom-com movie, Meet Me in the Margins.

Meet Me in the Margins is being adapted for the screen from the novel of the same name by author Melissa Ferguson. In fact, the movie is currently in production in Canada.

Be sure to check out Great American Media’s press release below for all the details on this movie, plus... I have more exciting news, especially for those of us who love Christmas! Another Melissa Ferguson upcoming book, titled The Christmas Yes List, is also being turned into a Christmas movie for Great American Family!

If you'd like to check out all of Melissa Ferguson's books, see her *Amazon page here*.

And get the scoop on these new movies here...


Press release via Great American Media:

Great American Media 

Partners with 

Bestselling Author 

Melissa Ferguson 

to Adapt 

Meet Me in the Margins 

and Upcoming Novel, 

The Christmas Yes List 

into New Original Movies 

for 2026

NEW YORK, NY – February 10, 2026 – Great American Media announced today a new creative partnership with bestselling author, Melissa Ferguson to adapt her popular novel, Meet Me in the Margins, and a brand-new novel to be released closer to the holidays, The Christmas Yes List, into the company’s newest Original Movies for 2026. Meet Me in the Margins, starring Merritt Patterson and Liam McIntyre is currently in production.

Known for her heartfelt storytelling, faith-forward themes, and charming romantic comedies, Ferguson has become a favorite among readers of Christian romance and romantic comedy novels. Both adaptations will be developed for Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, enriching the company’s robust content library with even more uplifting Original stories grounded in faith, family, and meaningful connections.

“Melissa Ferguson is a gifted storyteller whose novels beautifully capture hope, resilience, and the power of love,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “These stories with their signature blend of humor and faith are exactly what Great American Media is all about. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Melissa’s works to life as Great American Original Movies,” Abbott concluded.

Meet Me in the Margins follows an aspiring author whose secret manuscript sparks an unexpected romance in the publishing world, while The Christmas Yes List is a glittering holiday rom-com about a people-pleaser collecting ten rejections by Christmas and a by-the-book workaholic saying yes to everything—until their opposite life experiments collide in hilarious festive chaos and unexpected love.

“I am beyond grateful and excited to partner with Great American Media,” said Melissa Ferguson. “Their dedication to uplifting, family-friendly storytelling aligns so closely with my heart and faith. Seeing these stories come to life on screen is a dream come true that I cannot wait to share with my readers,” Ferguson concluded.

The new films will join Great American Christmas 2026 expanding slate of Original holiday films. The partnerships underscore Great American Media’s continued investment in premium literary adaptations and its mission to provide audiences with entertainment that reflects timeless values, celebrates community, and brings families together.

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 CONTACTS:

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


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Melissa Ferguson's Movie Announcements:
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I'd love to hear your thoughts on these new movies and the casting. Please share in comments below.

And, if you'd like to see even more details and reviews for Melissa Ferguson's books, be sure to check out her *Amazon page here*.

Happy movie-watching, everyone!

Blessings to you all,

Net

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,

Net

🎥 Who's That Actress Filming With Christopher Russell???

Great American Family teases movie announcement coming tomorrow - Thursday, July 10th!

Check out Great American Family's video below and share your guess! Look for the Christmas lights in the background!

These are the guesses I'm seeing in social media comments:

Danica McKellar

Jessica Lowndes

Laura Osnes

Jillian Murray

Jill Wagner

Shae Robins

Merritt Patterson

Sarah Fisher

Which actress is your guess?

My initial thought was Danica McKellar, but now I'm leaning elsewhere...

Share your thoughts in comments below.

Blessings,

Net

The Hallmark Channel Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day - See Details:

If you're in the mood for an Irish movie on this St. Patrick’s Day, then you're in luck! (no four-leaf clover needed!)

The Hallmark Channel is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a movie marathon of Irish-themed films... see the schedule below.

Plus, you'll also find details below on who the real St. Patrick was, a man of deep abiding faith in the Lord who followed the calling of his life back to Ireland, where he was once imprisoned.


Today's Schedule - Monday, March 17th:
(Times below in Eastern Daylight Time)

* Love's Portrait - 2pm

Museum curator, Lily, finds a painting that's identical to her and searches for the artist in Ireland. There, William, a charming man, joins her on her quest and helps her rediscover love. Stars Aubrey Reynolds and Richard McWilliams.

* Forever in My Heart - 4pm

Jenna and Charlie found love in Ireland, but their dreams drove them apart. Five years later, they reunite, and Jenna has to decide where her heart belongs—back home or in the Emerald Isle. Stars Merritt Patterson and Jack Turner.

* As Luck Would Have It - 6pm

Lindsey travels to Ireland to acquire land that is perfect for a resort. She decides to enter the town's matchmaking festival to prove her investment and win over a handsome local. Starring JoAnna Garcia Swisher and Allen Leech.

* Love of the Irish - 8pm

Tired of her bad luck, Fiona takes her mom on a trip to Ireland to turn things around where she meets a charming single dad who helps her make her own luck. Stars Shenae Grimes-Beech, Stephen Hagan, Moira Kelly.


For those of you who have Irish roots, a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you!

While the world focuses on four-leaf clovers, leprechauns, and wearing green on this day, I think it is most important to remember who the real Saint Patrick was. Focus on the Family has an excellent article about Patrick's life, which was filled with many struggles and hardships as he followed the voice of God and proclaimed the gospel message with his ministry throughout Ireland. (*click here to read this article*)

Have a blessed 

St. Patrick’s Day, everyone!

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🎄 Have Yourself A Merry Little Weekend With FOUR All-New CHRISTMAS Movie Premieres...

Hello, Movie Friends!

It's the FIRST BIG WEEKEND of Christmas Movie Premieres as Countdown to Christmas joins Great American Christmas with NEW Christmas movies!

We have FOUR All-New Christmas movies coming this weekend, and as we head into November soon, there will be even more each weekend! Hold on to Santa's sleigh... it's going to be quite the ride!

Be sure to stay with It's a Wonderful Movie throughout the Christmas season as I highlight each weekend the NEW Christmas movies premiering on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, Lifetime, UPtv, and possibly more!

There's something magical about this time of year—the sleigh bells, glittery tinsel, candy canes, and lights! Those things are all delightful and fun, but the truest joy of Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus, the Holy Christ Child born in a manger. My hope is that we all remain focused on the true meaning while also enjoying many of the wonderful pleasures the season has to offer.

If you want to know more about the first Christmas Story, click here.

Now, for the NEW Christmas Movies airing this weekend, check out all of the details below; plus, I have a special reminder—keep scrolling!


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Friday, October 18, 2024:

'Twas the Date Before Christmas

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: To prevent her family from canceling the "Chamberlain Family Christmas Olympics," Jessie (Amy Groening) lies and says she's inviting a date to the long-standing holiday tradition. She meets Bryan (Robert Buckley) on a dating app, and he agrees to spend the holiday with her and her family. As Jessie and Bryan engage in eccentric activities like the search for the Christmas tree star, gift wrapping contest and snowball fight, they start to develop real feelings for each other. Soon her family begins to catch on to their secret and Bryan suspects she may be hiding the real reason for her unusual Christmas date request. As the celebrations continue, Jessie must work to keep all her stories straight and save her date with Bryan.

'Twas the Date Before Christmas

Premieres Friday, October 18, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, October 19, 2024:

A Vintage Christmas

image: Great American Media

Storyline: A dedicated preservationist battles a developer’s ambitions to tear down a historic Post Office with ties to her family. The choice of old versus new threatens to divide the small town unless there is a solution for the greater good of all concerned.

A Vintage Christmas

Premieres Saturday, October 19, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, October 19, 2024:

Holiday Crashers

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Best friends Toni (Lyndsy Fonseca) and Bri (Daniella Monet) have worked at the same card shop for more years than they should as both struggle to find their true life's path. This holiday season, Toni and Bri decide to shake up their humdrum world by creating new identities to crash the amazing Christmas parties from the shop's confidential invitations. All harmless fun! Until Toni gets mistaken for a lawyer, which isn't too far off the mark since she did finish law school...just never completed the bar exam. Toni and Bri are then whisked away to a fancy corporate Christmas retreat in the snowy Vermont mountains by handsome business mogul, Justin (Chris McNally), whose crush on Toni is real even if her legal career isn't. And Bri is along for the ride as she has eyes for Vinny (Jag Bal), a valet who may have a secret of his own. Can a distraction help Bri find what path in life she's supposed to follow? Will Toni end up with the guy of her dreams or in a blizzard of trouble? This fun Christmas crashing romp will either end in disaster or two happily-ever-afters!

Holiday Crashers

Premieres Saturday, October 19, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Find Lyndsy Fonseca's festive fashion from Holiday Crashers on my Sister's blog, It's a Wonderful Lifetstyle.


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Saturday, October 19 - Sunday, October 20, 2024:

"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown"

Reminder: This weekend, Saturday, October 19, 2024, and Sunday, October 20, 2024, you can stream "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" for FREE on Apple TV+!

Join the Peanuts gang for a timeless adventure as Charlie Brown preps for a party, Snoopy sets his sights on the Red Baron, and Linus patiently awaits a pumpkin patch miracle.

For additional free times to stream Peanuts Holiday Classics, see here!

Or, if you don't want to rely on Apple+ to stream, the Peanuts holiday classics are available on DVD - click here.


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Sunday, October 20, 2024:

Scouting for Christmas

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Angela (Tamera Mowry-Housley) has been a busy realtor since her amicable divorce a couple of years ago to Dakota (James Paladino, Lucky Hank), a paleontologist whose adventures kept him anywhere but home. Now, she is a devoted if often harried, single mom to a smart and loving 10-year-old girl, Brooklyn (Audrey Wise Alvarez). Angela's busy schedule makes it hard for her to find time for much of anything... or anyone... else. As it is, she can barely get Brooklyn to her scout meetings on time, much to the disapproval of the other mothers. When Brooklyn gets the idea to have William (Carlo Marks), the owner of her favorite bakery, cater her scout troop's posh annual holiday event, she asks Angela to work with him on pitching the idea to the moms in charge. Despite sensing that her daughter might be trying to play cupid, she agrees to help and finds herself enjoying time with him, but is reluctant to open her heart and life to someone new. When Dakota returns, missing her, Angela must decide what is best for her daughter and best for her heart.

Scouting for Christmas

Premieres Sunday, October 20, 2024

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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I hope you all enjoy many of the new Christmas movies and great classics airing this weekend! I'm looking forward to reading all of your reviews and sharing mine, as well.

The storyline in A Vintage Christmas has a "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" lost letter feel, so I'm most definitely intrigued by this new premiere on Great American Family.

I'm also excited that Amy Groening, a wonderful comedic actress, is finally the lead in a Christmas movie! The fake boyfriend trope is still one of my all-time favorites.

Please Note: I have not seen the new movies listed above. If you would like to share a review, please do so in the comments below.


See the 2024 Christmas Movie Review page (click here) and the 2024 Christmas Schedule (click here).

May Your Weekend 

Be Merry and Bright!

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."

~Romans 12:2