💐 Happy Mother's Day Weekend - See "When Hope Calls" Season 2 Finale, New Movies, and More 💐

There’s so much to enjoy on this special weekend— heartwarming movies, memorable classics, "When Hope Calls" finale, and more to help you celebrate!

See all the details below and make it a weekend to remember! 💐


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Thursday, May 8, 2025:

The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Jane goes undercover at her alma mater to help her college boyfriend solve a crime he may have witnessed years ago – during the annual Edgar Allan Poe Festival.

Cable TV Premiere:

The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby

Premieres Thursday, May 8, 2025
at 8pm/7c on Hallmark Mystery

and the Hallmark Channel

*Note: This movie previously premiered on Hallmark+.


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Saturday, May 10, 2025:

Love In The Clouds

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Reporter Brooklyn travels to the Balloon Fiesta to meet hot air balloon pilot Jared, who offers romantic balloon rides but is closed off to love himself.

Love In The Clouds

Premieres Saturday, May 10, 2025

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, May 11, 2025:

The Love Club Moms: Harper

image: UPtv

Storyline: Harper has never failed at anything she has set out to do so when her husband asks for a separation, it throws off her whole world. When Colin, a divorced dad and community councilor seeking re-election, asks Harper for her help with his community initiatives, the Love Club encourage her to do it. Just when it seems sparks may actually ignite between these two, Colin takes credit for the initiative. Indignant, Harper throws her hat into the election ring and goes head to head with Colin.

The Love Club Moms: Harper

Premieres Sunday, May 11, 2025

at 7pm/6c on UPtv

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Sunday, May 11, 2025:

When Hope Calls

Season 2 Finale

image: Great American Media

Storyline: The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.

When Hope Calls

Season 2 Finale

Premieres Sunday, May 11, 2025

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

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Mother's Day Weekend-
Mama-themed Movie Classics:

Saturday:

Love at the Shore ... Hallmark Channel ... 8am
Sweet Carolina ... Hallmark Channel ... 10am
Aurora Tegarden Mysteries ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 10pm
Love, Again ... Hallmark Family ... 11am
The Beach House ... Hallmark Channel ... 12pm
Three Weeks, Three Kids Family ... Hallmark Family ... 1pm
Love to the Rescue ... Hallmark Channel ... 2pm
Smart Cookies ... Hallmark Family ... 3pm
Learning to Love ... Great American Family ... 4pm
Mom's Day Away ... Hallmark Family ... 5pm
Fall into Winter ... Great American Family ... 6pm
The Love Club Moms: Tory ... UPtv ... 7pm
Love in the Clouds ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *NEW
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon & Back ... Hallmark Channel ... 10:01pm


Sunday:

Hannah Swensen Mysteries ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 6pm
The Motherhood (unscripted series) ... Hallmark Channel ... 9am
Branching Out ... Hallmark Channel ... 11am
Fall into Winter ... Great American Family ... 12am
An Unlikely Angel ... Great American Family ... 12pm
Bachelor Mother ... TCM ... 12pm
A Harvest Homecoming ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Dating the Delaneys... Hallmark Channel ... 3pm
I Remember Mama ... TCM ... 3:30pm
Mother's Day on Walton's Mountain ... Hallmark Family ... 5pm
Field Day ... Hallmark Channel ... 5pm
Harmony from the Heart ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Following Yonder Star ... Hallmark Family ... 7pm
Love in the Clouds ... Hallmark Channel ... 7pm *NEW
The Love Club Moms: Harper ... UPtv ... 7pm *NEW
When Hope Calls ... Great American Family ... 8pm *NEW
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery... Hallmark Mystery ... 8pm
The Gift of Peace ... Hallmark Family ... 9pm


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Happy Mother's Day 💐❤

First, I'd like to wish a very Happy Mother’s Day to my kind, caring, thoughtful, amazing, beautiful Momma! Her love, strength, and grace inspire me every day. I'm so blessed to call her mine. I’m deeply grateful for the love and dedication she—and my daddy—poured into raising us. Their guidance shaped our values and, most importantly, led us to a strong faith in Jesus. Today and always, I cherish their constant support. Their love is a true reflection of God’s love!

Also, Happy Mother’s Day to all you amazing mamas who stop by here! You have the toughest—and most rewarding—job in the world!

I’m deeply thankful to the Lord for the beautiful gift of mothers. Through their unwavering, unconditional love, they reflect the depth of God's amazing love for all His children. Scripture encourages us to honor our mothers, and it also offers them wisdom and spiritual guidance as they nurture and lead their families.

One of the most meaningful gifts we can give to a mother—whether our own, a grandmother, aunt, sister, or daughter—is to pray for her. Lifting her up in prayer is a powerful way to show love and support.

To those who are missing a beloved mother or grandmother, my heart is with you. I’ll be holding the memory of my late grandmothers close, and I pray you find comfort in remembering the love and legacy they left behind.

Praying each of you has a blessed and peaceful Mother’s Day.

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Movies & More... 🎬

I am sooooo excited to watch the When Hope Calls Season 2 Finale!!! I'm hoping I'll get the chance tonight via Pure Flix. And while I can't wait to see it, I truly don't want this season to end. This season 2 has been spectacular and every similar word the Webster dictionary has for incredible!!! I can't even imagine there won't be a season 3, but hoping Great American Family/Media will make an announcement (either way, but hpefully, positive) soon!

Okay... so Love In The Clouds looks like it might be a nice movie; however, I can't help from feeling the timing for this premiere seems off - due to the cast wearing heavy coats, scarves, hats, and gloves. Based on the press pics and some of the video promos, it just doesn't look like a movie that should premiere in May on Mother's Day weekend. It looks more like a Fall or Winter January movie in my opinion. It is really great, though, to see both Paul Greene and Gail O'Grady on Hallmark again! (Kinda makes me want to pull out "All I Want for Christmas" and watch it! Love that Christmas classic! And... by the way, speaking of classics, "A Christmas Detour," starring Paul Greene and Candace Cameron Bure, airs on the Hallmark Channel Friday night!!!)

As I mentioned above, The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby has aired on Hallmark+ previously, and I have seen this movie. In my opinion, this murder-mystery is best suited for pre-teen age and up.

UPtv is airing the third movie in the Love Club Moms series, The Love Club Moms: Harper. While I haven't seen this movie, it does sound like a woman who is not divorced and still married in the eyes of the law (and most importantly, God), may be entertaining the idea of dating. If this is truly the case, I cannot recommend this movie.

Please know, I haven't prescreened the new movies airing this weekend (except the The Jane Mysteries). If you'd like to share a review after the movies air, please do so in comments below.

Blessings to you all!

Happy Mother's Day Weekend!

Net

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SHARING HIS LOVE:

“Her children rise up and call her blessed.”

~ Proverbs 31: 28

"When Hope Calls" Upcoming Episodes Include Danger and Romance

We are midway through the new season 2 episodes of "When Hope Calls," with only three more episodes to go!

Here are the details for the upcoming episodes, leading up to the finale!

The Truth Shall Set You Free - April 27, 2025:
Nora helps a new orphan acclimate; Maggie's baking causes a dilemma for Sam; Hannah holds an auction; someone from Tess' past arrives.

Bringing to Light - May 4, 2025:
Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim; Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make; Maggie tends to the orphans; trouble brews for the ranchers.

Season of Change - May 11, 2025:
(Season Finale on Mother's Day)
The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.


My Take on "When Hope Calls":

I have enjoyed the new season of "When Hope Calls" immensely, seeing beloved characters from Season 1 return and gradually meeting new ones. It's been a joy to watch Nora (Cindy Busby) connect on a personal level with each of the orphan children, along with Eleanor's (Elizabeth Saunders) loving guidance.

Sam (Jon McLaren) and Maggie (Hanneke Talbot) are so sweet to watch as they are still newly navigating their relationship, while Sam explores various options for his potential prospecting fortune.

It's still early, but there's a clear attraction between Nora and Mountie Michael Fletcher (Christopher Russell), also known as Fearless Fletcher, who bravely serves and protects while performing heroic acts. After visiting Nurse Maggie for another injury, she asks of him, "Do you going looking for trouble, or does trouble just find you?"

Hannah Lawrence (Sarah Fisher) has also stirred things up in Brookfield with her arrival. She's come to sell her uncle's ranch, creating quite a buzz among the other ranchers, particularly Tess Stewart. It's clear that Hannah and Wyatt (the ranch foreman played by Nick Bateman), are two contrasting personalities that may eventually be drawn to each other.

Then, there's Mountie Jim (Trevor Donovan), known for his strict adherence to the rules. Yet, after some gentle encouragement from his friend, Mountie Michael, he concedes to let Nora take in a troubled orphan girl who seems to crave a little love and affection.

I can hardly wait to see what unfolds in the upcoming episodes listed above! If you'd like to share your thoughts on this series, please do so in the comments below.

New episodes of "When Hope Calls" air Sunday nights on Great American Family in the U.S. and on Super Channel Heart and Home in Canada.

Streaming options include: Great American Pure Flix, Super Channel, Prime Video, Apple TV, etc...

Happy watching!

Net

“When Hope Calls” Facebook Live Event with Cindy Busby, Bill Abbott, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Trevor Donovan, and Sarah Fisher

Wow, everyone, this live Facebook event was absolutely amazing! It was incredible to see the new "When Hope Calls” leading cast: Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Trevor Donovan, and Sarah Fisher discuss this upcoming season! If you've seen it, you know what I mean, and if you haven't, you're in for a treat!

Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott referred to "When Hope Calls" as this era's "Little House on the Prairie," and just hearing those words gave me chills.

I am ecstatic for this cast and crew and for Great American Family and all the new viewers who will discover this incredible channel that offers faith-filled and family entertainment!

In addition to the wonderful interviews with each cast member conducted by Cindy Busby and Bill Abbott, there were also many fantastic sneak peek previews throughout!

If you haven't had the pleasure of watching, yet, or if you don't have Facebook, then check out the video below...



I hope many of you enjoyed this FB Live with the cast of "When Hope Calls"!

Are you planning to watch the new season? If so, share a YES in the comments below.

"When Hope Calls" premiere date:

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

Stream on Great American Pure Flix - on Thursday, April 3, 2025, or Pure Flix Premium on Wednesday, April 2nd!

Blessings to you all!

Net

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Cindy Busby or Christopher Russell? Which NEW "When Hope Calls" Cast Member Auditioned for Season 1?

We are less than a week away from "When Hope Calls" Season 2 premiering on Great American Family (and just days away from the show's streaming premiere on Great American Pure Flix)!

In the last few weeks, Cindy Busby and Christopher Russell have been interviewed by various sources, from the press to podcasts. Most of the interviews have been with just the two of them; however, tonight, Cindy Busby will be hosting, along with Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott, a special Facebook Live Event on the Great American Family Facebook Page that will include several special guests: Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Sarah Fisher, and Trevor Donovan.



If you have Facebook, you'll want to log in to watch the "When Hope Calls" Facebook Live interview tonight, Monday, March 31st, at 8 p.m. ET.

Which NEW "When Hope Calls" season 2 cast member auditioned for season 1?

The answer to that question is... Cindy Busby! In a podcast interview with Hearts of Stars, which can be seen below, Cindy revealed that she had initially auditioned for one of the roles in the first season of "When Hope Calls." She mentioned that she was very close to landing the part, but ultimately, it didn't work out at that time.

Now, of course, Cindy Busby is set to take on one of the leading roles in the second season of "When Hope Calls," and she and Christopher Russell have been actively promoting the show to their fans and beyond. They are also warmly inviting the Hearties (devoted viewers of "When Calls the Heart") to tune in and visit their period series, which takes place in the fictional town of Brookfield but has a similar community feel reminiscent of Hope Valley.

I've embedded below several of Cindy Busby and Christopher Russell's latest interviews. I hope you will enjoy them all...


Movieguide

Instagram Live - Cindy & Friends

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A post shared by Cindy Busby (@cindy_busby)

Great American Chat

Suspenders Unbuttoned Media

Hearts of Stars

Crown the Halls (Part 1 and 2)





I hope many of you will be able to watch the "When Hope Calls" Facebook Live interview tonight, Monday, March 31st, at 8 p.m. ET. If so, I'll see you there!

"When Hope Calls" premiere date is Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 8pm/7c. and begins streaming on Great American Pure Flix - on April 3, 2025.

Blessings on your day!

Net

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Christmas Episodes
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When Hope Calls season one image: Hallmark Media
When Hope Calls season two images: Great American Media

Great American Family Announces 'When Hope Calls' Facebook Live Event Hosted by Bill Abbott and Cindy Busby

Great American Family wrapped up their last Facebook Live Event with an exciting promise that the stars of "When Hope Calls" would be back for another live session!

And now, today, we have a special announcement directly from Great American Family about this event...


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Great American Family statement:


Join us for a special 'When Hope Calls' Facebook Live Event on Monday, March 31 at 8/7c!

Want a chance to win an exclusive shoutout video from your favorite When Hope Calls cast member? Here’s how to enter:

1. RSVP to our Facebook Live event at https://bit.ly/4bAOBAc
2. Tag two friends in the comments
3. Tell us which cast member you’d love to hear from!

The lucky winner will be announced live during the event! Don’t miss out—tune in to find out if you’re the winner!

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C., age 18+. Void outside 50 U.S./D.C. and where prohibited. Ends 3/31/2025. For full Official Rules, visit https://bit.ly/3EwhUr7


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I hope many of you can join in on this special Facebook Live Chat hosted by Great American Media CEO, Bill Abbott, and "When Hope Calls" actress, Cindy Busby.

It appears, based on the graphic Great American Family posted, that their guests will include Trevor Donovan, Sarah Fisher, Christopher Russell, and Nick Bateman.

This promises to be an enjoyable event, featuring behind the scenes stories and maybe even some sneak peeks and highlights from the series!

Hope to see you there!

Blessings,

Net

Details and image courtesy: Great American Media

The 3 Most Frequently Asked Questions About "When Hope Calls" Season 2, including Where to Watch Season 1 and More - SEE HERE:

Since we are just about THREE weeks away (as of THIS SUNDAY!) until the Season 2 premiere of "When Hope Calls" on Great American Family on Sunday, April 6th, I figured it would be the perfect moment to address the THREE most frequently asked questions about the show.

Before I share those questions, though, I couldn't resist sharing above the new "When Hope Calls" Season 2 poster Great American Family released yesterday, especially since I know many of you are just as excited as I am about the new season!

The actors and actresses featured in the poster are Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Wendy Crewson, Hannake Talbot, Sarah Fisher, Jon McClaren, and Nick Bateman.

(Reminder: For those of you who stream on Pure Flix, you'll be able to watch early on Thursday, April 3rd!)

Alright, let's take a closer look into the three most popular questions I've come across regarding "When Hope Calls." I'll do my best to provide answers for each one.


The first question is...

Where can I watch Season 1 of "When Hope Calls"?

* Season 1 of "When Hope Calls" can be streamed through Hallmark+ - *click here for details* (The service currently offers a 7-day free trial).

* Amazon Prime also offers a low price to Buy Season 1 to stream - *click here for details*.

* Or if you prefer, the first season of "When Hope Calls" is also available on DVD through Amazon - *click here for details*.

* The Christmas episodes of "When Hope Calls," which are considered to be the first two episodes of Season 2, can be streamed through Great American Pure Flix - *click here for details*. (The service currently offers a 7-day free trial for new members)


The 2nd most asked question...

Will Great American Family air Season 1 of "When Hope Calls" before airing Season 2?

* Unfortunately, Great American Family doesn't have the rights to the first season of "When Hope Calls" at this time. The show originally premiered on Hallmark's streaming platform before being broadcast on the Hallmark Channel. Currently, the only way to view the first season of "When Hope Calls" is through Hallmark+, unless, of course, an agreement is eventually reached between the networks.

* Great American Family does own the rights to their two Christmas episodes that start off season 2. This means there's a chance they might air those episodes before the April premiere, so let's be sure to keep an eye on the schedule!


The third most asked question...

Will any of the actors from the first season of "When Hope Calls" be making a return for season two?

The answer to that is... YES! Among the new characters seen in the poster above, you will also see several familiar faces in season two.

Actors returning include:

Morgan Kohan

Ryan-James Hatanaka

Kalinka Petrie

Wendy Crewson

Jefferson Brown

Hanneke Talbot

Neil Crone

Elizabeth Saunders

Note: Some of the actors from season 1 will be in limited episodes in season two, while others are returning for the entire season.

Jon McClaren is one of the new actors; however, he will be playing the role of Sam Tremblay, previously portrayed by Marshall Williams in season one and in the Christmas episodes.


Behind-the-scenes promo:

Have a Blessed Weekend, Everyone!

Net

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When Hope Calls Season 2 - Great American Family - Poster - Press Images - Trailer - Episode Details - Starring Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Sarah Fisher, Jon McLaren, Hanneke Talbot, Trevor Donovan, Neil Crone, Wendy Crewson, RJ Hatanaka, and Morgan Kohan

TV Drama: When Hope Calls - Season 2

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: April 6, 2025

Details via Great American Family:

“When Hope Calls” is a spinoff of Author Janette Oke’s legendary book series, When Calls the Heart. Initially, the series followed a pair of sisters, Lillian Walsh (Kohan) and Grace Bennett (Jocelyn Hudon) to the town of Brookfield, circa 1916. “When Hope Calls” is a family drama centered on the town’s orphanage and its residents who meet tremendous challenges while creating a hopeful, faith-filled community on the cusp of change in the frontier town while nurturing the children in their care.

There are eight episodes in season two, and while the opening episodes pay homage to the romance of “Lillian” and “Mountie Gabriel,” new characters are introduced that are seminal to the orphanage and children, the sprawling farms and ranchlands, and to the town of Brookfield who welcome a new Constable from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, “Mountie Michael” (Christopher Russell).

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When Hope Calls Season 2 - Cast:

Cindy Busby ... Nora Anderson
Christopher Russell ... Mountie Michael Fletcher
Nick Bateman ... Wyatt
Sarah Fisher ... Hannah Lawrence
Jon McLaren ... Sam Tremblay
Wendy Crewson ... Tess Stewart
Hanneke Talbot ... Maggie Parsons
Neil Crone ... Ronnie Stewart
Morgan Kohan ... Lillian Walsh
Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka ... Mountie Gabriel
Trevor Donovan ... Constable Jim Reynolds
Kyana Teresa ... Debbie Mayfair
Kalinka Petrie ... Lucie Clay
Austin Kurtis ... Steve
Jesse Hutch ...



Trailer:





"When Hope Calls " Season 2 - Episode Details:

(Please note: The first two episodes of Season 2 are the Christmas episodes from 2021. See details on those episodes here.)


Episode 3 - A New Beginning:

Air Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025 (8pm/7c.)

Storyline: When Nora, an out-of-town lawyer, arrives in Brookfield led by an unexpected family connection, the town welcomes her along with the new Mountie, Fearless Fletcher, who is filling in for Mountie Gabriel. Sam returns from prospecting for gold and meets Maggie’s (Hanneke Talbot) parents who have come to visit. Lillian has been looking after the orphanage since her sister, Grace, married and moved to London. When Lillian receives a letter from Mountie Gabriel who tells her how much he loves her, she is torn between her long-distance love and ongoing duty to the orphans in Brookfield. Tess (Wendy Crewson) has a new foal on her land that goes missing. Tess searches with the help of brother-in-law Ronnie (Neil Crone) who runs Brookfield’s hotel. Hannah Lawrence tries to maintain the sprawling ranch of her late uncle, Ray, with the help of Wyatt (Nick Bateman) who oversees the day-to-day.


Episode 4 - So Long, Not Goodbye:

Air Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025 (8pm/7c.)
Palm Sunday

Storyline: The town says a farewell; Nora and Charlotte look for Tess' lost foal; Ronnie conspires to honor Mountie Fletcher for his bravery; Sam reveals a secret to Maggie.


Episode 5 - Finding Our Way:

Air Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025 (8pm/7c.)
Happy Easter / Resurrection Sunday

Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher set out together and run into trouble; Hannah Lawrence returns to town and clashes with Wyatt, the foreman of her uncle's ranch; Tess eyes a new opportunity; Sam tries his hand at ranching.


Episode 6 - The Truth Shall Set You Free:

Air Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 (8pm/7c.)


Storyline: Nora helps a new orphan acclimate; Maggie's baking causes a dilemma for Sam; Hannah holds an auction; someone from Tess' past arrives.


Episode 7 - Bringing to Light:

Air Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8pm/7c.)


Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim; Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make; Maggie tends to the orphans; trouble brews for the ranchers.


Episode 8 - Season of Change:

Air Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025 (8pm/7c.)

Happy Mother's Day

Storyline: The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.



Bookmark this page and stay tuned for further episode details.

I hope many of you will enjoy the 2nd season of When Hope Calls on Great American Family!

Blessings to you all,

Net

🌟🎄 Happy 10 Months 'til Christmas, Everyone 🎄🌟 (Check Out Hallmark's Christmas Announcement, the Upcoming Christmas Schedule, and More!)

Today is February 25th, which means we've hit the mark of 2 months since Christmas 2024 and 10 months 'til this upcoming Christmas 2025!!!

Now that February is almost over, March will soon be here, and spring is literally right around the corner!

But for those of us who love a little bit of Christmas mixed in all year, how have you been doing with that? Are you watching the weekly Friday night Christmas movie classics on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, and Hallmark Family? I've recently enjoyed catching many great movies, like A Christmas Blessing, Catering Christmas, and Holiday Crashers.

And if you're curious about this upcoming Friday, well, here's the schedule with SEVEN Christmas movies to choose from:

Friday, February 28, 2025:

Private Princess Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 5pm
A Brush with Christmas ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Karen Kingsbury's Maggie's Christmas Miracle ... Hallmark Family ... 6pm
All I Need for Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 7pm
A Christmas Miracle for Daisy ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Shoe Addict's Christmas ... Hallmark Family ... 8pm
Angel Falls Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10pm
A Brush with Christmas ... Great American Family ... 12am
A Christmas Miracle for Daisy ... Great American Family ... 2am
Angel Falls Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4am


The two must-watch Friday night Christmas movies for me are: A Christmas Miracle for Daisy and A Shoe Addict's Christmas!

If you love Christmas year-round, then be sure to check out the Christmas TV Schedule for upcoming Christmas movies airing in February and March.

Hallmark promised a special Christmas announcement today, and they delivered! The Hallmark Christmas Experience is returning weekends NOVEMBER 28 thru DECEMBER 21 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Tickets will be available in June. See more details at https://experiencehallmarkchristmas.com.




I hope you all have a great day! I'm planning to watch a Christmas movie tonight that I haven't seen yet, "Engaged by Christmas," starring Brittany Bristow and Marcus Rosner.

And if you're wondering, yes, I still have a few (or more) new Christmas movies from the 2024 Christmas movie season to go! Last week, I squeezed in watching some streaming Christmas movies that didn't make it to TV. (Now I know why none of the networks snatched them up.) Some were just okay, and the rest were not-so-good. (That's my polite way of saying that some of the movies were honestly awful.) I'm writing up some reviews that will be posted to the 2024 Christmas Movie Review Page soon. If you'd also like to review any of the 2024 Christmas movies, please feel free to do so!

If you're planning to watch something Christmassy today, or if you'll be watching Christmas on Friday night, please share which movie you'll be watching in comments below.

Happy 10 Months 

'til Christmas, Everyone!!!

May your day be

Merry & Bright!

Net🎄

Great American Family Drops New Promo for "County Rescue," "When Hope Calls," and "Vindication"

Exciting news! A brand new promo (see below) from Great American Family states that beginning with "County Rescue," the channel will have a new episode from a TV series EVERY Sunday night until Christmas 2025 begins!

"County Rescue" is currently set to begin its second season on Great American Family on Sunday, February 23rd.

The series stars Julia Reilly, Riley Hough, Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Perez-Ross, and Angel Luis.

"When Hope Calls" will start its season 2 on Great American Family on Sunday, April 6th, with returning cast members and an additional cast! (You can also look for the family drama even sooner on Great American Pure Flix - on April 3rd!)

The series stars Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka, Trevor Donovan, Jon McLaren, Sarah Fisher, and Jesse Hutch.

The premiere date for "Vindication" is currently unknown. The faith-based crime drama has three seasons presently airing on Great American Pure Flix.

The series stars Todd Terry, Venus Monique, Peggy Schott, Emma Elle Roberts, Steve Mokate, Masey McClain, Ben Davies, Ashley Bratcher, Rachel Hendrix, Jeff Fenter, Major Dodge, and Jordan Elsass.


New Promo:




I hope many of you are looking forward to these series as much as I am... especially "County Rescue" and "When Hope Calls"!

Have a blessed weekend, everyone!

Net

promo video via: Great American Media

❤️ New Promo Released for "When Hope Calls" Season 2

Great American Family has released a new promo for season 2 of “When Hope Calls,” and it looks fantastic!

The new commercial highlights the incredible cast, which includes Morgan Kohan, Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Sarah Fisher, Hanneke Talbot, Jon McLaren, and RJ Hatanaka!

Although it's not mentioned in the promo, Trevor Donovan and Jesse Hutch will also make an appearance in season two!

Look for the exciting return of “When Hope Calls” on Great American Family in 2025!

Promo video via: Great American Media
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I'm so excited "When Hope Calls" will return on Great American Family next year! It will be so good to see Lillian, Mountie Gabriel, and many beloved characters we love in Brookefield return, along with new faces!

"When Hope Calls" is a spin-off series from "When Calls the Heart." Season one first premiered in 2019, and the story centered around two sisters, Lillian and Grace, as they reunited after years apart and opened an orphanage in the town of Brookfield.

If you're looking forward to season 2, please share your thoughts in comments below.

Blessings to you all,

Net

🎄Christmas Movie Alert!🎄 See Jen Lilley's NEW Christmas Movie, "Operation Mistletoe," on TV This Weekend

All systems are a go! Operation Mistletoe is set to premiere on a local TV channel this weekend! See details below...


Operation Mistletoe, starring Jen Lilley and Nick Bateman, originally premiered this holiday season on the streamer Hulu, but now we'll get a chance to see it this Sunday, December 1st, on the CW network at 7pm/6c. (please be sure to check your local listings, in case your time varies)

A very special thank you to Maria, who is a loyal follower, dear friend, and reviewer here, for sharing this exciting Christmas movie news with us! I'm so glad you saw this movie in the schedule, Maria, and shared it with us!

When the CW first released their Christmas programming in a press release on October 31st, this timing in their schedule said TBA, so at that time, it was still unannounced what this time slot would be filled with. It's nice that those who don't have Hulu will now have the opportunity to see this!


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.


Movie Review from Sara S.:
🎄 Operation Mistletoe - Thank you for sharing about this movie! I just watched it and it was so cute! It stars Jen Lilley and Nick Bateman. They had great chemistry together and the supporting cast was great especially her best friend and brother who are married. Very cute and fun!  ~Sara S.


I hope many of you will have the opportunity to watch this movie this Sunday! I know it's difficult with many other Christmas movies premiering that night, too. Hopefully, many of you can record it, if you can't catch it live.

Have a blessed 

Thanksgiving weekend, everyone!

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Two More Great American Family Stars Added To The Cast Of When Hope Calls Season 2

Is there a new sheriff in town? Or an outlaw?

As if the cast of When Hope Calls Season 2 wasn't impressive enough, with Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Trevor Donovan, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka, today we learned that two more Great American Family stars have joined the all-star cast!

Before I make the reveal, When Hope Calls is currently expected to premiere in January of 2025 on Great American Family. An actual premiere date has not been given.

So, who has joined the cast?

It's Jesse Hutch, star of Christmas Under the Northern Lights, A Little Women's Christmas, A Christmas Blessing, and more!

Jesse shared the image above on Instagram with the caption:

NEW CHARACTER coming at you in the new year. For some real fun swipe to the end. This cast and this team is awesome. Get excited. #actor #jessehutch #whenhopecalls

Another picture that Jesse shared (see above) revealed another Great American Family star... Sarah Fisher, of A Harvest Homecoming and Meet Me Under the Mistletoe.

It should be fun to learn who Jesse and Sarah's characters will be in the series. Are they, perhaps, a couple?

Stay tuned for more details.

Blessings on your day,

Net

“When Hope Calls” Season 2 Coming To Great American Family In 2025 - SEE HERE:

It's official! Great American Family is bringing back the beloved "When Hope Calls" series for Season 2!

New actors have been brought in to star in the series, that is a spin-off from "When Calls the Heart," however, Morgan Kohan (“Sullivan’s Crossing”) reprises her role as Lillian Walsh, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka (“Criminal Minds”) will return as Mountie Gabriel.

See all of the details in Great American Media's press release below...

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA ANNOUNCES SEQUEL TO STORIED FRANCHISE,

‘WHEN HOPE CALLS,’

STARRING CINDY BUSBY, CHRISTOPHER RUSSELL, NICK BATEMAN,

WENDY CREWSON, HANNEKE TALBOT, MORGAN KOHAN,

AND RYAN-JAMES (RJ) HATANAKA,

BEGINS SEASON TWO PRODUCTION FOR SERIES PREMIERE JANUARY 2025

NEW YORK, NY – September 19, 2024 – Great American Media announced its sequel to a storied TV series, inspired by beloved author, Janette Oke, “When Hope Calls,” begins filming in late September for a World Premiere in January 2025 on Great American Family, then streaming on Pure Flix.

“When Hope Calls” season two stars Cindy Busby (Crown Prince of Christmas) as “Nora,” Christopher Russell (A Dash of Christmas) as “Constable, Mountie Michael,” Nick Bateman (A Christmas Miracle with Daisy) as “Wyatt,” Wendy Crewson (“Frankie Drake Mysteries”) as “Tess Stewart,” Hanneke Talbot (“Star Trek”) as “Maggie Parsons,” Morgan Kohan (“Sullivan’s Crossing”) as “Lillian Walsh,” and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka (“Criminal Minds”) as “Mountie Gabriel.”

“When Hope Calls” is a spinoff of Oke’s legendary book series, When Calls the Heart and followed a pair of sisters, Lillian Walsh (Kohan) and Grace Bennett (Jocelyn Hudon) to the town of Brookfield, circa 1916. “When Hope Calls” is a family drama centered on the town’s orphanage and its residents who meet tremendous challenges while creating a hopeful, faith-filled community on the cusp of change in the frontier town while nurturing the children in their care.

“We were fortunate early on to understand that Janette Oke’s faith-filled characters had such rich origins that building entertainment universes from this world would present themselves over and over,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

“When Hope Calls” had 10 episodes in season one, followed by two one-hour Christmas episodes in 2021 that saw Lori Loughlin reprise her role as Abigail Stanton. There are eight episodes in season two, and while the opening episodes pay homage to the romance of “Lillian” and “Mountie Gabriel,” new characters are introduced that are seminal to the orphanage and children, the sprawling farms and ranchlands, and to the town of Brookfield who welcome a new Constable from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, “Mountie Michael” (Russell).

“When Hope Calls” is executive produced by Brad Krevoy, Cara Russell, Lorenzo Nardini, and Amy Krell (full producer billing block released soon). Bradley Walsh directs from Original screenplay by showrunner and writer, Alfonso Moreno.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

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My Quick Take:

I am ecstatic that Great American Family is bringing "When Hope Calls" back! It's going to be a little different to see new characters in Brookfield, but I am ready to embrace new beginnings. It's just wonderful to see this network continue this beloved series.

Cindy Busby previously starred in three episodes of "When Calls the Heart" as Marlise Bennett; however, she will play a new character in season 2 of "When Hope Calls."

I have a feeling that Morgan Kohan's role may be limited since she is also currently filming a new season of "Sullivan’s Crossing" until November. "When Hope Calls" filming schedule is September 30th through November 30th.

Please share your thoughts in comments below.

Blessings to you all,

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