The IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE WINNER for FAVORITE TV MOVIE is...

This is the *Seventh Year* for the annual "It's a Wonderful Movie" - Family TV Movie Awards! Thank you to everyone... who participated by Voting in this First Poll for your Favorite TV Movie!

All Nominees and Winners (listed below!) are from Movies that aired or premiered on TV only in 2016. The WINNERS (there was a tie for first place!) are highlighted in yellow below!

POLL #1:

Favorite "Family TV Movie" for 2016:
(Nominees are in alphabetical order)

1. Anything for Love
2. L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables
3. Love Finds You in Valentine
4. Love on the Sidelines
5. Pumpkin Pie Wars
6. Stop the Wedding
7. Summer Villa
8. Tulips in Spring
9. Unleashing Mr. Darcy
10. Valentine Ever After
11. Wedding Bells
12. The Wedding March

And the WINNERS
for "Favorite TV Movie" from 2016, are...

(in alphabetical order)

"Love on the Sidelines"

Hallmark Channel

and...

"Valentine Ever After"

Hallmark Channel

Congratulations to the Creators and Cast of Love on the Sidelines and Valentine Ever After,

and the Hallmark Channel for bringing these movies to all of our homes!

 

The Hallmark Channel Movies "Tulips in Spring" and

"Summer Villa" came in 2nd and 3rd!

Top Three Results...

#1: (Tie) Love on the Sidelines and Valentine Ever After
#2: Tulips in Spring
#3: Summer Villa

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Available on DVD:

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Two movies that seem distinctly different on the outside won your hearts over to win Favorite Movie for 2016! While Love on the Sidelines appears to be a movie just about the game of football, it's not. There is so much more to it! It's the discovery of finding oneself and your purpose. It's finding love when you least expect it. And, it's about family, heritage, marriage, and how our job defines us, our how we decide to define ourselves!

*Starring in Love on the Sidelines are John Reardon, Emily Kinney, and Joe Theismann. See my page on Love on the Sidelines for more movie details!


Valentine Ever After, in the same way, is more than a simple Hallmark "Countdown to Valentine's Day" romance movie. There's comedy when two women find themselves stranded in the country, which is truly peaceful, beautiful countryside. There's drama when one of the women is missing and the Cowboy she is finding herself attracted to comes to her rescue... so Yes!, there is also a sweet romance, but only after deep soul searching!

*Starring in Valentine Ever After are Autumn Reeser, Eric Johnson, Vanessa Matsui, Jefferson Brown, and Damon Runyan. See my page on Valentine Ever After for more movie details!


Thank you, again, to Everyone who participated by voting in this First Poll for your Favorite TV Movie!

If you haven't seen both of these movies, or if you are interested, they are both available on DVD at Amazon: Love on the Sidelines and Valentine Ever After.

Be sure to come back to "It's a Wonderful Movie" tomorrow (March 22) for the list of Mystery Movie Nominees!

Remembering Actor Alan Thicke of "Growing Pains"...

It is such shocking news to hear and share - actor Alan Thicke has passed away. He had been playing hockey with his son and suffered a heart attack on December 13, 2016 in Burbank, California.

Alan Thicke - Hallmark Crown Media's 'Stop the Wedding'

Alan Thicke is best known to TV viewers all around the world, as Dr. Jason Seaver, the father from the 80's sitcom series "Growing Pains," with co-stars Joanna Kerns, Kirk Cameron, Tracey Gold, and Jeremy Miller. Like many of you, I watched this show every week with my family... we never missed it, all the fun family antics, comedy, love stories, and normal teen behavior which always made great entertainment!

Alan Thicke with the "Growing Pains" cast via ABC

Alan Thicke had an extensive career on and off the screen, as actor, producer, and music composer, including the TV theme songs to "Different Strokes" and "Facts of Life."

He also starred in several Hallmark movies, including: 'Let it Snow' with Candace Cameron Bure, 'A Cookie Cutter Christmas' with Erin Krakow, and most recently, with Rachel Boston and Niall Matter in 'Stop the Wedding.'

There is an out-pouring of statements and comments on social media from Actors & Performers who knew Alan Thicke, including:

Kirk Cameron: "I spent Monday through Friday for seven important years with Alan Thicke as my "TV dad." I'm shocked and truly heartbroken today at the news of his death. Alan was a generous, kind and loving man. I am so blessed to have grown up with him. Chelsea and I send our love and prayers to his family tonight. We will cherish the memories… "sharing the laughter and love."

"Growing Pains" - Kirk Cameron and Alan Thicke

Candace Cameron Bure: "I’m sad beyond words that Alan Thicke has passed away. I’ve known you since I was 8 years old and so glad I had the pleasure of working with you again so recently on Fuller House. You were a part of my family and hockey family. You will be greatly missed. My heart hurts."

Alan Thicke and Candace Cameron Bure
Hallmark Crown Media - "Let it Snow"

Rachel Boston: "This photo was taken on Sunday, but I didn't know I was saying goodbye. Your spirit was so bright... #AlanThicke 🙏🏻❤️"

image via Rachel Boston's Twitter

Hallmark Crown Media - "Stop the Wedding"

Lori Loughlin: "I’m so sad to hear about the passing of Alan Thicke. RIP Alan."

Alyssa Milano: "Alan Thicke was always the nicest and happiest person in the room. Gone way too soon. Rest In Peace."

Ian Ziering: "So saddened here @Alan_Thicke has passed. He was a consummate gentleman and all around great guy. RIP dear friend."

Scot Foley: "I just learned of my friend @Alan_Thicke passing. Our familys were together not that long ago...I owe you an email. Rest In Peace pal."

Mario Lopez: "Pleasure to have known you sir… #RIP #AlanThicke "

Sarah Michelle Gellar: "I grew up loving #AlanThicke, and #factsoflife and #differentstrokes theme songs were my childhood jams #RIPAlanThicke "

Marilu Henner: "What is it w/2016? Now #AlanThicke? Just saw him looking as charming, handsome & gracious as always! And maybe the funniest guy EVER! So sad"

Leah Remini: "Just heard of Alan Thicke's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him this year. He was such a talent and good guy. My heart goes out to his family and friends. May he Rest In Peace."

William Shatneer: "Saddened over the loss of my friend Alan. Condolences to his family."

And, so many more... you can see here.

Alan Thicke - Hallmark Crown Media

To see Alan Thicke's complete biography and career, please visit his imdb page.

My heart and prayers go out to all the dear family and friends of Alan Thicke. God bless them all.

Archive: June 2016 Family TV Schedule with June Wedding Movies & More!!!

This is an ARCHIVE of the JUNE, 2016 Schedule below.

Click Here for the updated Family TV Schedule.

FAMILY TV SCHEDULE 2016:


JUNE PREMIERE MOVIES...

Including 5 'June Weddings', 4 New Hallmark Mysteries, the 100th DCOM, and more!!!

Hallmark's 'Stop the Wedding'

June 3, 2016 - Friday

Wedding Bells ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM *NEW


June 4, 2016 - Saturday

Ms. Matched ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM *NEW


June 5, 2016 - Sunday

Garage Sale Mystery: The Novel Murders ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 9 PM *NEW


June 11, 2016 - Saturday

An American Girl: Grace Stirs Up Success ... Disney Channel ... 8 PM *NEW
Stop the Wedding ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM *NEW


June 12, 2016 - Sunday

An Aurora Teagarden Mystery: Three Bedrooms, One Corpse ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 9 PM *NEW


June 18, 2016 - Saturday

The Convenient Groom ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM *NEW


June 12, 2016 - Sunday

Murder She Baked: A Deadly Recipe ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 9 PM *NEW


June 24, 2016 - Friday

Adventures in Babysitting ... Disney Channel ... 8 PM *NEW


June 25, 2016 - Saturday

The Wedding March ... Hallmark Channel ... 9 PM *NEW


June 26, 2016 - Sunday

Savannah Sunrise ... INSP ... 8 PM *NEW
Flower Shop Mystery: Dearly Depotted ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 9 PM *NEW

This is an ARCHIVE of the JUNE, 2016 Schedule.

Click Here for the updated Family TV Schedule.

Stop and Watch! Rachel Boston & Candace Cameron Bure star in NEW Hallmark Movies This Weekend!

Saturday June 11, 2016

It's literally a "trip" down the aisle in Hallmark's...

Stop The Wedding

Storyline via Hallmark: When a young, single attorney finds out that her charming mother is getting married... click here to read more...

Stop The Wedding

Premieres Saturday June 11, 2016

on the Hallmark Channel at 9pm/8c.

Sunday June 12, 2016

It's Tea-Time once again on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, with...

Three Bedrooms, One Corpse
An Aurora Teagarden Mystery

Storyline via Hallmark: Aurora Teagarden is a beautiful young librarian with a passion for solving murders. At an open house showing, Aurora meets Martin Bartell, a charismatic gentleman with a mysterious past, and happens upon... click here to read more...

Three Bedrooms, One Corpse: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery

Premieres Sunday June 12, 2016

on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries at 9pm/8c.

Hope you can *Stop* this Weekend

and catch one or both of these Hallmark Movies!

And -- If you get a chance to watch one -

be sure to *Stop* back by and share your thoughts!

Have a Wonderful Weekend, Everyone!!!

Hallmark Channel's June Wedding Movie 'Stop the Wedding' starring Rachel Boston, Niall Matter, & Alan Thicke

MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: Stop the Wedding

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: June 11, 2016

*Based upon the book Stop the Wedding! by Stephanie Bond

CAST:

Rachel Boston ... Anna Colton
Niall Matter ... Clay
Alan Thicke ... Sean Castleberry
Lini Evans ... Belle Colton
Teryl Rothery ... Suzie
David Lewis ... Jake
Brenda Crichlow ... Renee
Carolyn Adair ... Jewelry store clerk
Sage Brocklebank ... Security Guard
Casey Dubois ... Chapel Kid
Jane Hancock ... Employee
Kelly McCabe ... Valet
Sean Millington ... Croupier
David Stuart ... Minister
Elizabeth Thai ... Reporter

PLOT:

via Hallmark: When a young, single attorney finds out that her charming mother is getting married to a TV star known as much for his failed marriages as his acting career, she tries to stop the wedding.

Movie Review:

Coming...


See or Skip:

Coming...

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PROGRAMMING CHANGE ALERT: Make Sure You Save the Right Date for Hallmark's JUNE WEDDINGS!!!

*JUNE WEDDINGS* SCHEDULE VIA HALLMARK:


Friday, June 3
9/8c: Wedding Bells, A World Premiere Original


Saturday, June 4
11a/10c: I Married Who?
1/12c: So You Said Yes
3/2c: Bridal Wave
5/4c: Wedding Bells
7/6c: Perfect Match
9/8c: Ms. Matched, A World Premiere Original


Sunday, June 5
11a/10c: For Better or For Worse
1/12c: I Do, I Do, I Do
3/2c: Ms. Matched
5/4c: Anything for Love
7/6c: Autumn Dreams


Saturday, June 11
11a/10c: Backyard Wedding
1/12c: Flower Girl
3/2c: Harvest Moon
5/4c: Hearts of Spring
7/6c: Ms. Matched
9/8c: Stop the Wedding, A World Premiere Original


Sunday, June 12
11a/10c: Ms. Matched
1/12c: A Ring By Spring
3/2c: Stop the Wedding
5/4c: Tulips in Spring
7/6c: Valentine Ever After


Saturday, June 18
11a/10c: June in January
1/12c: Elevator Girl
3/2c: Love in Paradise
5/4c: Love on the Sidelines
7/6c: Stop the Wedding
9/8c: The Convenient Groom, A World Premiere Original


Sunday, June 19
11a/10c: Stop the Wedding
1/12c: First Daughter
3/2c: The Convenient Groom
5/4c: Date with Love
7/6c: A Country Wedding


Saturday, June 25
11a/10c: A Country Wedding
1/12c: Wedding Bells
3/2c: Ms. Matched
5/4c: Stop the Wedding
7/6c: The Convenient Groom
9/8c: The Wedding March, A World Premiere Original


Sunday, June 26th
11a/10c: The Convenient Groom
1/12c: Love, Again
3/2c: The Wedding March
5/4c: Dater's Handbook
7/6c: Appetite for Love
9/8c: Perfect Match



Hallmark Press Release:

*** PROGRAMMING CHANGE ALERT ***

‘MS. MATCHED’ STARRING ALEXA PENAVEGA

JOINS HALLMARK CHANNEL’S JUNE WEDDINGS CELEBRATION

‘WEDDING BELLS’ STARRING DANICA McKELLAR

TO KICK OFF THE PROGRAMMING EVENT ON FRIDAY, JUNE 3

STUDIO CITY, CA – May 10, 2016 – Hallmark Channel has added “Ms. Matched” starring Alexa PenaVega (“Spy Kids”) to its June Weddings celebration. Premiering Saturday, June 4, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C, PenaVega portrays a successful wedding planner trying to make dreams come true for brides by organizing fairytale weddings. But when she is paired with a financial advisor at a wedding expo, she soon realizes he is giving the exact opposite advice to their audience by telling them to save their money. When they are forced to spend more time together than they bargained for, they find out that they have more in common than they think.

“Wedding Bells” starring Danica McKellar will now debut the June Weddings programming stunt on Friday, June 3, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C.

The complete June Weddings line-up is below. Thank you for making the following changes to your editorial calendars.

‘WEDDING BELLS’ – Friday, June 3, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C

‘MS. MATCHED’ – Saturday, June 4, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C

‘STOP THE WEDDING’ – Saturday, June 11, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C

‘CONVENIENT GROOM’ – Saturday, June 18, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C

‘THE WEDDING MARCH’ – Saturday, June 25, 9 pm ET/PT, 8C

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