🔎 Cozy Mystery Alert 🔎 Candace Cameron Bure Returns as Ainsley McGregor in the 4th Mystery Movie Installment -- See Here:

Calling all Sleuthers... 

we've got another case to solve! 🔎

Candace Cameron Bure is returning as Ainsley McGregor, a former criminologist-turned-small-town sleuth!

Us Weekly has shared an exciting first look at the upcoming mystery, Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Model Maker, which reunites Candace with Aaron Ashmore, Robin Dunne, and Farrah Aviva in the small, charming town of Sweet River, where the four friends find themselves caught up in yet another intriguing whodunit, along with Ainsley's beloved book club!

The new Ainsley McGregor Mysteries movie is expected to premiere in early 2027 on Great American Family and stream on Great American Pure Flix, giving us mystery fans something to look forward to in the new year!

Storyline via Great American Media:
In Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Model Maker, Ainsley is preparing for a “prestigious university exhibition honoring pioneering forensic scientist Frances Glessner Lee and her famed miniature crime-scene dioramas. When a murder shocks Sweet River, Ainsley is drawn into an investigation where carefully constructed models may hold the key to the truth — and where the evidence begins to point dangerously close to home.”

If you'd like to catch up on the previous Ainsley McGregor Mysteries before the next mystery arrives, all three previous films are currently streaming on Great American Pure Flix:

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker
Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker
Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Watchmaker

(*click here to stream from the beginning*)

And, if you want more Ainsley mysteries, check out the Ainsley McGregor book series by Candace Havens - that inspired these movies!

I've really enjoyed watching this mystery franchise grow. I just love the charming small-town setting, clever clues, wonderful cast, and family-friendly stories make these mysteries so much fun to watch!

Are you excited to head back to Sweet River with Candace Cameron Bure for another mystery? I'd love to hear your thoughts in comments!

Happy sleuthing!

Net 🔎

🐑❤️ Movie Review 'The Sheep Detectives' - A Heartfelt, Humorous Mystery with Spiritual Themes

I wanted to share a movie review with you all for The Sheep Detectives, which arrived in theaters in May and on Amazon Prime Video on June 24, 2026.

I streamed this movie for free last week through my Prime account, and days after seeing it, various themes from the story are still on my heart, and I wanted to share those thoughts with you all...

Movie Review - The Sheep Detectives:

First of all, this movie is labeled as a PG-rated family-friendly mystery – although I want to caution that this is a murder mystery. It’s not graphic by any means (think your standard Hallmark or Great American Family mystery), but younger children may become emotionally attached to the character who is killed and could be troubled by the loss.

To be completely honest, even though it happens fairly early in the story, I was already attached to this character, too!

In the beginning of the movie, we are introduced to George Hardy (Hugh Jackman), a devoted shepherd who takes good care of his sheep each day and even names each one. At the end of the day, the sheep gather around George as he reads murder mysteries aloud to them... and, to his surprise, they seem genuinely interested in the stories.

At first, George thinks it might be silly, but his sheep are essentially his family, and he enjoys caring for them and making them happy. There are constant themes in the movie taken from Christianity, as the Good Shepherd (God) also cares intimately for his sheep.

I also want to note that the sheep in this movie do talk to each other (which is very cute!), but they don't speak to humans. Of course, that element is something that will appeal to children, but I want to caution that due to some of the violence and sadness, this is not a movie, in my opinion, for really young viewers.

Spiritual Themes:

While The Sheep Detectives is not a faith-based movie, there are Christian themes woven throughout the story in some very interesting ways. God is compared to the Great Shepherd and a lamb, which I thought was beautiful.

However, I want you to be aware that there are a few religious misinterpretations in this film, as well. At one point, the sheep misunderstand the meaning of communion and remark, “Poor God,” thinking that he turns into bread and is actually eaten. The sheep are also confused about the afterlife, believing that when they die, they turn into clouds. While the idea is presented in a somewhat innocent and sweet way, it is certainly a misconception. Thankfully, the truth is clarified later in the movie.

On a positive spiritual note, there are also beautiful parallels to the lost sheep. At one point, George discovers a sheep being mistreated and pays to rescue it and bring it home, which symbolizes Jesus' payment for our debts. George is also shown carrying that sheep in the very same way Jesus is often depicted carrying a sheep on his shoulders. 

(SPOILER) 

Later, this same sheep gives his life to save others, which was such a touching and truly unexpected, heartbreaking scene that brought tears to my eyes; it was another powerful parallel to the Lamb of God who gave his life on the cross to save the lost. 

(End of SPOILER)

Other Movie Themes:

Along with the intrigue of the mystery, which is interesting to try to solve, there’s also a lot of heart and humor in this movie. I really enjoyed Lily, the main female sheep character, who is smart, gentle, soft-spoken, tender-hearted, and wonderfully clever at solving mysteries. She quickly became one of my favorites!

The police officer is also a lot of fun to watch. He is a novice when it comes to crime-solving, but with a little help from the sheep, he slowly begins piecing together the clues and unraveling the mystery.

Of course, watching talking sheep assist with a murder investigation makes for some very unique, and often quite funny, detective work!

Language:

When three of the lead sheep - Sebastian, Lily, & Mopple - are walking into town for the first time, they pass the church – where Sebastian says God lives. This is also when Sebastian discusses God as a shepherd and a lamb, and he mentions that God d*mns things, but Lily and Mopple mistake that word for Beavers damming things. I don’t recall any other language in the movie besides this.

Final Thoughts:

It is definitely a movie I would encourage parents to preview before watching with children, especially because of the murder and the emotional weight of the story. But for older children and families who enjoy a unique mystery with plenty of heart, this is one that may give you quite a bit to talk about afterward. You may want to discuss the various faith elements in the film and how we are all lost sheep in need of our Savior, the Good Shepherd.

Overall, this movie is heartwarming, funny, and sweet. In the end, it has positive messages about loving those around you, even those who don’t exactly fit in. The baby winter lamb truly stole my heart, and I’m certain he’ll steal yours, too!

Where to watch:

I streamed this movie free with Amazon Prime. If you have a Prime account, *click here* to see if you can stream free, as well.

Or, *click here* for streaming price options for non-Prime members.

The Sheep Detectives is also available to order on DVD and Blu-ray.

Have you had the opportunity to see The Sheep Detectives? If you have, I would love to hear your take on it in the comments below.

Happy Movie Watching,

Net

"My sheep hear my voice,  and I know them, and they follow me"  ~John 10:27

🎄✨ Great American Family Christmas Movie News with a Hint of Mystery

Christmas Movie News for 2026! 🎄

Now, I usually try to wait until the networks officially announce their upcoming movies before sharing details. However, since this news has already been reported publicly elsewhere, I thought it would be fun to share what’s been discovered so far.

The Hamilton Spectator recently posted some additional details about the upcoming movie “A Christmas Card Mystery in Starlight Point,” which was filmed from January 27th through February 12th.

Production notes from another site indicate that this is a Great American Family film produced by Candour Pictures.

Interestingly, The Hamilton Spectator article did not reveal the main actors involved, but they did share two photos from the production.

image via The Hamilton Spectator - Daniel Nolan

image via The Hamilton Spectator - Daniel Nolan

From the images, it is fairly clear that the actor is Jesse Hutch. The actress, however, is only seen from behind. She appears to be rather tall, close to Jesse’s height, with beautiful, curly blonde hair.

Out of curiosity, I did a few online searches, and several names came up, including Kate Drummond and Brittany Bristow.

So... at this point, I’m not completely certain who the leading lady might be. Just from looking at the photos, though, I could imagine it being either of the two suggested or possibly Ashley Newbrough, Jill Wagner, or Rose Reid.

What do you think? Do you have a guess? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Please share in comments below.

Here’s the synopsis for “A Christmas Card Mystery in Starlight Point,” provided by Candour Pictures:

“A young romance author leaves New York City after her novel is panned, hoping to write a redemption novel from home in Alaska. Finding inspiration in her former lover, and the mysterious Christmas cards left at her keys, newfound success has her making the difficult choice between returning to New York for a career of fictional romance, and her real romance in Alaska.”

Stay tuned 

for more movie news!

Net

🔎 Hallmark to Premiere New Mystery Movie in March: "Nelly Knows Mysteries: All Manners of Murder" - See Which Character is Crossing Over From Another Hallmark Mystery

Great news, Sleuthers! The second film in the "Nelly Knows Mystery" series is coming to Hallmark Mystery this March!

So far, it looks as if all clues point to this being the first mystery movie premiere of the year for Hallmark, unless another (currently unknown) mystery premieres the first week of March.

*Update, a new "Hannah Swensen Mystery" is also coming in March - see here

Here's the scoop on the movie details...

Nelly Knows Mysteries: All Manners of Murder

Premiere Date: Saturday, March 14, 8/7c

Starring: Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith

Storyline: Nelly and Detective Michael set out to solve the murder of a guest while at a lavish dinner.

*Note: In addition to Pascale and Kavan, this movie will also star Crystal Lowe ("Signed, Sealed, Delivered") and Markian Tarasiuk ("True Justice: Family Ties")

According to Markian's IMDB listings, he will be portraying his character, Eli Flint, from the "True Justice" series in this all-new "Nelly Knows Mystery."

I believe this may be the first time a character has crossed-over from one Hallmark mystery to another. (Do you know of any others?)

There are two other "True Justice" mysteries that have been filmed: "True Justice 2: Eye for an Eye" and "True Justice 3: Lost Love." Hopefully, we will see those mysteries soon.

Markian Tarasiuk is also starring in the new UP Faith & Family streaming series, "Blue Skies."

And while Crystal Lowe, from "Signed, Sealed, Delivered," is also in this new "Nelly Knows Mystery," I just wanted to make sure to note that it does NOT appear in any way that she is portraying her "SSD" character, Rita.

More details to come on Hallmark's March movie premieres.

Happy Sleuthing!

Net🔎

*Press images via: Hallmark Media
Note: The top image is not Hallmark's official poster for this film.

🔎 'Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case For the Watchmaker,' starring Candace Cameron Bure, Aaron Ashmore, and Robin Dunne is coming in 2026!

Great American Media broke the news today, that the long awaited third movie in the "Ainsley McGregor" mystery series is coming to Great American Pure Flix and Great American Family in January of 2026!

If you'd like some more clues and details on when and where to watch, check out this press release from Great American Media...

Candace Cameron Bure,

Aaron Ashmore,

and Robin Dunne Star in,

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries:

A Case for the Watchmaker,

Streaming Exclusively

on Great American Pure Flix,

January 1,

Premiering Great American Family

and GFAM+, January 10

NEW YORK, NY – December 10, 2025 – Great American Media proudly announces the World Premiere of an all-new installment of AINSLEY MCGREGOR MYSTERIES: A Case for the Watchmaker, starring Candace Cameron Bure (Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker, Another Sweet Christmas), Aaron Ashmore (Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker, A Case for the Winemaker), and Robin Dunne (Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker, A Case for the Winemaker), streaming exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, Thursday, January 1, and premiering on Great American Family and GFAM+, Saturday, January 10 (8p).

“With the next chapter in Ainsley McGregor Mysteries, we are offering more of what our viewers love most – intrigue in a charming small town and twisty puzzles. The latest mystery centers around a timeless object – a watch – and becomes the heart of a modern whodunnit, proving once again that it isn’t the weapon or the motive, but the story behind it that makes a smart mystery unforgettable,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

In Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Watchmaker, Ainsley McGregor thought craft markets and book clubs, not corpses, would define her new life back home in Sweet River. That is until a beloved member of the book club raises a cold case involving her late husband who was found murdered over his rare antique watch. Ainsley springs into action to untangle a web of small town secrets before the killer winds the clock down on the next victim.

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Watchmaker is a Syrup Studios Production In Association with CandyRock Entertainment. Candace Cameron Bure, Jeffrey Brooks, Ford Englerth, Gerald Webb, Holly A. Hines, Eric Jarboe, Martin Wood and Trevor McWhinney are Executive Producers. David Oland and Trudi Thorwaldson are Associate Producers. Produced by Rob Lycar. Based on the novel series The Ainsley McGregor Series by Candace Havens. Martin Wood directs from an Original Screenplay by Robin Dunne.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is theleader 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 leader in faith and family streaming; 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 Great American Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app. Great American Media is expanding its platforms to include the company’s first theatrical release, Another Sweet Christmas, premiering in theaters nationwide, November 30-December 2.In addition, Great American Media has partnered with the National Park Foundation for annual 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 4,which airs on Great American Family on December 5 at 8 p.m. ET and stream on Great American Pure Flix through January 31, 2026. Connect with Great American Media on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube TV, LinkedIn and X.

ABOUT CANDYROCK ENTERTAINMENT:

CandyRock Enterprises is a joint venture between award winning actress, producer and New York Times bestselling author Candace Cameron Bure and the full-service development and execution team behind Redrock Entertainment, Ford Englerth and Jeffery Brooks. Candy Rock’s Entertainment division develops, produces, and distributes television projects, lifestyle programming and feature length films with an emphasis on family-friendly content. Instagram: @CandyRock.Entertainment

ABOUT SYRUP STUDIOS:

Syrup Studios is a Canadian deficit-financing studio focused on exceptional films, series, and international co-productions for global audiences. Syrup’s highly tailored approach to developing, financing, producing, and distributing content through entrepreneurial business models brings each compelling story to life.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity
818.415.3784
pamslay@gacmedia.com
media@crosswindpr.com

Are you ready to sleuth in the new year with Candace, Sleuthers?

"A Case for the Watchmaker" was filmed back in February, and I’ve been eagerly awaiting its debut ever since. I'm hoping they plan to make more movies in this mystery series.

In the meantime, Candace Cameron Bure is busy filming "A Sweet Christmas Anniversary," alongside Cameron Mathison, in Budapest, Hungary.

Stay tuned! More clues and details on this new mystery are on the way!

Net🔎

images: Great American Media

🎬 The Winners Are In! *It’s a Wonderful Movie* Awards Top Viewer Picks for Rom-Com, Mystery, Faith, & Christmas

The 15th Annual

*It's a Wonderful Movie* Awards

RESULTS are HERE

for the TV Movies from 2024!

The votes are in, and the results are finally here! 🎉

I'm thrilled to reveal the winners of the *It’s a Wonderful Movie Awards*, where YOU, the viewers, selected your favorite Rom-Coms, Mysteries, Faith-Based Films, and Christmas Movies from the past year.

These awards are all about celebrating the heartfelt, wholesome stories that bring us together. Thank you to everyone who voted and helped spread the joy of family-friendly entertainment!

*NOTE: All of the Winners below are highlighted in Yellow!

Here are the complete results...



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POLL #1:

Favorite Romantic-Comedy TV MOVIE from 2024:

An Easter Bloom – Hallmark Channel
Autumn at Apple Hill – Hallmark Channel
A Whitewater Romance – Hallmark Channel
Baked with a Kiss – UPtv
Blind Date Book Club – Hallmark Channel
His and Hers – Hallmark Channel
Just in Time - Great American Family
Legend of the Lost Locket – Hallmark Channel
Love on the Right Course – Hallmark Channel
Mr. Manhattan - Great American Family
Mystery by the Book – Great American Family
Paging Mr. Darcy – Hallmark Channel
Passport to Love - Great American Family
The Magic of Lemon Drops - Hallmark Channel
Writing a Love Song – UPtv



And the Favorite 2024 Rom-Com TV Movie is...

His and Hers

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite TV Movie" from 2024:

1st Place:

His and Hers
Hallmark Channel

2nd Place:

Mr. Manhattan
Great American Family

3rd Place:

Autumn at Apple Hill
Hallmark Channel

Blind Date Book Club
Hallmark Channel

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POLL #2:

Favorite Mystery TV MOVIE from 2024:

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker - Great American Family
A Reason for the Season – Hallmark Mystery
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery – Hallmark Mystery
Curious Caterer: Foiled Plans – Hallmark Mystery
Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit – Hallmark Mystery
Five Gold Rings – Hallmark Mystery
Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers – Hallmark Mystery
Jazz Ramsey: A K-9 Mystery – Hallmark Mystery
Legend of the Lost Locket – Hallmark Channel
Mystery by the Book - Great American Family
Nelly Knows Mysteries: A Fatal Engagement – Hallmark Mystery
One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery – Hallmark Mystery
Operation Nutcracker – Hallmark Channel
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters – Hallmark Mystery
The Christmas Charade - Hallmark Channel
The Christmas Quest - Hallmark Channel
Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder – Hallmark Mystery
True Justice: Family Ties – Hallmark Mystery



And the Favorite 2024 Mystery TV Movie is...

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters

Hallmark Mystery

Starring:

Eric Mabius, Kristin Booth, Crystal Lowe, Geoff Gustafson

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite TV Mystery" from 2024:

1st Place:

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters
Hallmark Mystery

2nd Place:

The Christmas Charade
Hallmark Channel

3rd Place:

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker
Great American Family

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POLL #3:

Favorite Faith/Inspirational TV MOVIE from 2024:

A Christmas Less Traveled - Great American Family
A Dance in the Snow – Hallmark Mystery
A Little Women's Christmas - Great American Family
An Easter Bloom – Hallmark Channel
A Reason for the Season – Hallmark Mystery
BeBe Winans’ We Three Kings – Lifetime
Divine Influencer - Great American Family
Falling Together – Hallmark Channel
Far Haven – INSP
Finding Faith - Great American Family
Following Yonder Star - Hallmark Channel
Just in Time - Great American Family
Mr. Manhattan - Great American Family
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters – Hallmark Channel/Mystery
The Engagement Plan - Great American Family



And the Favorite 2024 Faith/Inspirational TV Movie is a tie...

A Christmas Less Traveled

Great American Family

Starring:

Candace Cameron Bure and Eric Johnson

AND

Mr. Manhattan

Great American Family

Starring:

Alexa and Carlos PenaVega,
Maximo Masefield, and Mélodie Rose Romano

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite Faith/Inspirational TV Movie" from 2024:

1st Place:

A Christmas Less Traveled
Great American Family

Mr. Manhattan
Great American Family

2nd Place:

A Reason for the Season
Hallmark Mystery

Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters
Hallmark Mystery

3rd Place:

Just in Time
Great American Family

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POLL #4:

Favorite Christmas TV MOVIE from 2024:

A Bluegrass Christmas – UPtv
A Carol for Two - Hallmark Channel
A Christmas Castle Proposal - Great American Family
A Christmas Less Traveled - Great American Family
A Cinderella Christmas Ball - Great American Family
A Dance in the Snow – Hallmark Mystery
A Little Women's Christmas - Great American Family
A Reason for the Season – Hallmark Mystery
Christmas Under the Northern Lights - Great American Family
Festival of Trees – UPtv
Following Yonder Star - Hallmark Channel
Get Him Back for Christmas - Great American Family
Holiday Crashers - Hallmark Channel
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story - Hallmark Channel
Home Sweet Christmas - Great American Family
How to Fall in Love by Christmas – Lifetime
Once Upon a Christmas Wish - Great American Family
Operation Nutcracker - Hallmark Channel
Santa Tell Me - Hallmark Channel
Sincerely, Truly Christmas – Lifetime
Sugarplummed - Hallmark Channel
The Christmas Charade - Hallmark Channel
The Christmas Quest - Hallmark Channel
Three Wiser Men and a Boy - Hallmark Channel



And the Favorite 2024 Christmas TV Movie is a tie...

The Christmas Charade

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Rachel Skarsten and Corey Sevier

AND

Santa Tell Me

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Erin Krakow and Daniel Lissing
Plus, Christopher Russell, Benjamin Ayres, and Kurt Szarka

Top Three Results...
for "Favorite Christmas TV Movie" from 2024:
1st Place:

The Christmas Charade
Hallmark Channel

Santa Tell Me
Hallmark Channel

2nd Place:

A Christmas Less Traveled
Great American Family

A Reason for the Season
Hallmark Mystery

Three Wiser Men and a Boy
Hallmark Channel

3rd Place:

Christmas Under the Northern Lights
Great American Family

Following Yonder Star
Hallmark Channel



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A heartfelt thank you to all of my loyal followers and every visitor who stopped by to vote during the 15th Annual *It’s a Wonderful Movie* TV Movie Awards! Your enthusiasm and support make this celebration so meaningful year after year.

I hope some of the movie winners chosen above were your favorites from last year.

It was such a joy to see which movies you all loved most and share the results with all of you. Thank you for being a part of making this year’s awards a great success!

Enjoy your next movie night!

Blessings to you all,

Net

itsawonderfulmovie.com

🔎 VOTE for YOUR FAVORITE MYSTERY TV MOVIES in the *IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE* AWARDS! 🌟

*It's a Wonderful Movie*

is honoring MYSTERY TV Movies from 2024

with the Annual TV Movie Awards!

This is Poll #2! Please see the complete list of Nominees for MYSTERY TV Movies, pictured and listed in alphabetical order below, with their movie posters. Choose which ones were your favorites and then, please VOTE by taking the POLL below.

Be sure to click the word VOTE - after you have checked ALL of Your Movie Favorites. (This poll is one voting process per person.)

Note: This is the first year I've included Christmas-themed mystery movies into this category. Since there were several excellent mysteries during the 2024 holiday season, I simply had to include them!

HAPPY VOTING!

( scroll down below images to vote... )

PollMaker

🌟 THANK YOU FOR VOTING! 🌟

This poll began on Monday, June 16th, and ends on Monday, June 30th.

Stay tuned for the next poll - Faith and Inspirational Movies!

Blessings on your day! Net

🎬 IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE AWARDS WINNERS REVEALED 🎬 Your #1 Movie Picks For Favorite Rom-Com, Mystery, Faith-Based/Inspirational Film, Christmas Movie and More!!! 👉

The 14th Annual

*It's a Wonderful Movie* Awards

RESULTS are HERE

for the TV Movies from 2023!

A very special *Thank You* to ALL of the devoted followers here and visitors who stopped by and voted during the *14th Annual Year* for the "It's a Wonderful Movie" TV Movie Awards!

Those who participated voted in four separate categories of film genres: Favorite Romantic Comedy, Mystery, Faith/Inspirational Film, and Christmas Movie —all from movies that premiered on TV in 2023.

*NOTE: All of the Winners below are highlighted in Yellow!

Here are the complete results...

*IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE*

TV AWARDS RESULTS:

POLL #1:

Favorite Romantic-Comedy TV MOVIE from 2023:

Come Fly With Me – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Fall Into Winter – Great American Family
Fourth Down and Love – Hallmark Channel
Just Jake – UPtv
A Harvest Homecoming – Great American Family
Love Can Surprise You – Great American Family
Mixed Baggage – UPtv
Never Too Late to Celebrate – Hallmark Channel
One Perfect Match – Great American Family
Swing into Romance – Great American Family
The Wedding Contract - Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Cottage – Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Veil Expectations – Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Veil Journey – Hallmark Channel
When Love Springs – Hallmark Channel


And the Favorite 2023 Rom-Com TV Movie is a tie...

One Perfect Match

Great American Family

Starring:

Merritt Patterson and Joshua Sasse

AND

The Wedding Cottage

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Erin Krakow and Brendan Penny

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite TV Movie" from 2023:

1st Place:

One Perfect Match

The Wedding Cottage

2nd Place:

A Harvest Homecoming

3rd Place:

The Wedding Veil Expectations

POLL #2:

Favorite Mystery TV MOVIE from 2023:

The Abigail Mysteries – Great American Family
Carrot Cake Murder: A Hannah Swensen Mystery – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Curious Caterer: Fatal Vows – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Curious Caterer: Grilling Season – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
The Dancing Detective: A Deadly Tango – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
A Zest for Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries


And the Favorite 2023 Mystery TV Movie is...

Curious Caterer: Fatal Vows

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Starring:

Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite TV Mystery" from 2023:

1st Place:

Curious Caterer: Fatal Vows

2nd Place:

Curious Caterer: Grilling Season

3rd Place:

The Abigail Mysteries

The Dancing Detective: A Deadly Tango

POLL #3:

Favorite Faith/Inspirational TV MOVIE from 2023:

The Blessing Bracelet – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Bringing Christmas Home - Great American Family
A Christmas Blessing - Great American Family
A Christmas for the Ages – Great American Family
Come Fly with Me – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Guiding Emily – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
A Harvest Homecoming - Great American Family
Heaven Down Here – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Holiday Road - Hallmark Channel
Just Jake – UPtv
Learning to Love – Great American Family
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Ms. Christmas Comes to Town – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
My Christmas Guide – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
My Christmas Hero - Great American Family
A Season for Family – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Southern Gospel – UPtv
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters – Great American Family
Take Me Back for Christmas – Hallmark Channel
Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Twas the Text Before Christmas – Great American Family
Unexpected Grace – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
An Unlikely Angel – Great American Family
A World Record Christmas – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries


And the Favorite 2023 Faith/Inspirational TV Movie is a tie...

A Christmas Blessing

Great American Family

Starring:

Lori Loughlin, James Tupper, and Jesse Hutch

AND

Miracle in Bethlehem, PA

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Starring:

Laura Vandervoort and Benjamin Ayres

Top Three Results...

for "Favorite Faith/Inspirational TV Movie" from 2023:

1st Place:

A Christmas Blessing

Miracle in Bethlehem, PA

2nd Place:

The Blessing Bracelet

3rd Place:

Bringing Christmas Home

Guiding Emily

POLL #4:

Favorite Christmas TV MOVIE from 2023:

A Biltmore Christmas - Hallmark Channel
Bringing Christmas Home - Great American Family
Checkin' it Twice - Hallmark Channel
A Christmas Blessing - Great American Family
A Christmas for the Ages – Great American Family
Christmas in Maple Hills – Great American Family
Christmas Island – Hallmark Channel
Christmas Plus One - Lifetime
Christmas with a Kiss - Hallmark Channel
A Dash of Christmas - Great American Family
Designing Christmas with You – Great American Family
Destined 2: Christmas Once More - Great American Family
Dial S for Santa - UPtv
Everything Christmas - Hallmark Channel
Journey to Christmas - Great American Family
Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up - Hallmark Channel
Heaven Down Here – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Holiday Hotline - Hallmark Channel
Holiday Road - Hallmark Channel
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Mistletoe Connection – UPtv
Ms. Christmas Comes to Town – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
My Christmas Guide – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
My Christmas Hero - Great American Family
Mystery on Mistletoe Lane – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
A Not So Royal Christmas - Hallmark Channel
A Paris Christmas Waltz - Great American Family
Planes, Trains, and Christmas Trees - Lifetime
A Royal Date for Christmas - Great American Family
Take Me Back for Christmas - Hallmark Channel
The Santa Summit - Hallmark Channel
A Season for Family – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
To All a Good Night – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
'Twas the Text Before Christmas - Great American Family
A World Record Christmas – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries


And the Favorite 2023 Christmas TV Movie is...

A Biltmore Christmas

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Bethany Joy Lenz and Kristoffer Polaha

Top Three Results...
for "Favorite Christmas TV Movie" from 2023:

1st Place:
A Biltmore Christmas

2nd Place:
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA

3rd Place:
'Twas the Text Before Christmas

Thank You to everyone who participated in the "It's a Wonderful Movie" TV Movie Awards! I hope some of the movie winners chosen above were your favorites from last year.

As viewers, I know many of us are most appreciative of the various networks that regularly air these family-friendly movies on TV. It has been my joy to bring you all this poll another year and highlight this wholesome programming.

I loved seeing which movies everyone enjoyed the most and sharing those results here with you. Thank you all for making this year another great success!

Enjoy your next movie night!
Blessings to you all,
Net

itsawonderfulmovie.com



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*Please Note: No monetary or physical awards will be given out; this is simply our way of honoring our favorite movies... Thank You!

🔎 Candace Cameron Bure's New Mystery "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries" Gets Premiere Date on Great American Family 🔎 SEE HERE:

image via: Great American Media

.Sleuthers, get ready!

Candace Cameron Bure (who previously starred as the crime-solving librarian, Aurora Teagarden) will now step into the crime-solving role of Ainsley McGregor this Autumn on Great American Family - with more intriguing mysteries to solve.

The new "Ainsley McGregor Mysteries" will premiere on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 8 p.m./7c.

In addition to Candace Cameron Bure, this all-new mystery movie will star Aaron Ashmore (Santa's Squad, Cider and Sunsets) and Robin Dunne (My Christmas Hero, Aurora Teagarden Mysteries). In fact, Robin Dunne starred with Candace in her latest Christmas movie and in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries as writer, Robin Daniels.

"Ainsley McGregor Mysteries" storyline via Great American Media:

"In The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker, Ainsley McGregor (Bure) a former Chicago criminologist returns to her hometown of Sweet River, Texas. She has chosen to trade full-time crime work to open Bless Your Arts, a market for artisans to sell crafts and wares. But Ainsley cannot deny her first love is crime solving and accepts a position teaching a criminology class at the local community college. Her skills quickly become a major asset to the quaint town, when a murder occurs at a winery owned by her friend, who now stands accused of the crime. The Sweet River Sheriff, who just happens to be Ainsley’s brother, Ryan, wants her to stay out of the investigation. But, Ainsley knows the pieces of this puzzle do not fit. To help her friend and with the unexpected assistance from some goodhearted local busybodies – Ainsley McGregor is back on the case."


My Quick Take...

I'm personally thrilled, as a mystery movie lover and fan of CCB, that we now have an official premiere date for her new mystery on Great American Family! Plus, it's likely that one of Candace's Christmas movies will premiere Thanksgiving weekend, so that means we'll have new movies starring Candace back to back - one in October and another in November!

Stay tuned, all of you, Sleuthers, for any further updates/details.

In the meantime, set your reminders for "Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker" on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family!

Happy Sleuthing!🔎

Net

🔎Actress Sarah Drew to Star in New Hallmark Christmas Mystery Series🔎

Hallmark Media announces a new Christmas-themed mystery series, Mistletoe Murders, starring Actress Sarah Drew, who will also serve as Executive Producer on this project.

See when and where you can watch Mistletoe Murders in my update at the end of this post.

According to Deadline, who made this announcement, "Drew has been cast as Emily Lane in Mistletoe Murders, which is based on the Audible global hit podcast of the same name. Emily is described as smart, tough, and observant, but also kind, empathetic, and charming with a great — albeit dry — sense of humor."

Hallmark Media also released this story synopsis: "When Emily isn’t busy running her charming small-town Christmas-themed store, “Under the Mistletoe,” she finds herself compelled to investigate local murders with the help of a handsome local police detective and his teen daughter. On the surface, Emily is a perfectly lovely, good-natured mystery lover – but she is hiding a secret past that, if exposed, threatens to destroy the new life she has built in Fletcher’s Grove."

Sarah Drew has a long resume of Hallmark movies that include Guiding Emily, Front of the Class, One Summer, Christmas in Vienna, and Branching Out, and a variety of films for other outlets, including the theater production, Mom's Night Out, Lifetime's Christmas Pen Pals, and more recently, Great American Pure Flix's Birthright Outlaw.

Sarah shared this movie news with her followers, using three smiling faces and clapping emojis and the caption, "SO excited!!!"

I'm also excited to hear this Christmas movie news and learn how Hallmark is incorporating the mystery genre into its upcoming holiday programming.

Stay tuned for more details,

Net🔎

UPDATE (September 16, 2024):

Mistletoe Murders will premiere on Thursday, October 31st, on Hallmark+. The series will consist of six episodes.