Which NEW 📺 MOVIE was MADE for YOU This Weekend? 🌟 See Here:

 There's an interesting mix of new movie premieres this weekend on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and UPtv!

 Plus, Saturday is the 25th day of the month - so we are now marking 10 Months 'til Christmas!

 See all the details below...


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Saturday, February 25, 2023:

The English Estate

Storyline: NYC real estate executive, Nora Cartwright, has just found out that her unknown great-uncle, passed away and left her a beautiful English property. In need of money to buy her own office, Nora takes the first flight to England with a view to sell the mansion, not counting on her uncle’s handsome business partner to get in the way.

The English Estate

Premieres Saturday, February 25, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, February 25, 2023:

Made for Each Other

Storyline: A sculptor uses magic to mold her ideal man into reality but begins to fall for her real-life friend and embraces the flaws that make love perfectly imperfect.

Made for Each Other

Premieres Saturday, February 25, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, February 25, 2023:

Merry *Mark the 25th!*

as we Countdown to Christmas!

Here at "It's a Wonderful Movie," we highlight every 25th day of the month - TOGETHER - as we Countdown to Christmas! You can also join along! Simply pick something Christmassy to watch on the 25th and share your movie choice with all of us in comments below.

I decided to choose a Christmas movie to watch on this 25th that I haven't had the opportunity to watch yet, and that movie is the Great American Family film, A Brush with Christmas.

Please be sure to share your Christmas movie pick in comments below...

Happy 10 Months 'til Christmas!

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Sunday, February 26, 2023:

A Nashville Legacy

Storyline: Naima has recently moved to Nashville, where she is getting her doctorate while interning as a curator at a well-known Nashville museum. The tales her late grandmother shared about the old days in Music City during the 1950s provided a fascination that led music enthusiast Naima back to her grandmother's old haunts. As she begins her work at the museum, Naima meets Damian, a volunteer… or so she thinks. Damian is actually the heir to the Berryhall Records empire, run by his father Franklin Berryhall, but he is struggling to step out from under his father’s shadow of success. The two begin to get close, bonding over their love for music and their desire to leave their respective marks on the world.

A Nashville Legacy

Premieres Sunday, February 26, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

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Sunday, February 26, 2023:

Sweet on You

Storyline: Kate, a small town pie shoppe owner, encounters city boy Drew who, unbeknownst to Kate, is in town to build tract homes that would run straight through her shoppe… until Drew finds his heart stuck between his family’s wishes and a chance at love.

Sweet on You

Premieres Sunday, February 26, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, February 26, 2023:

30th Annual Movieguide Awards

Terry Crews hosts the 30th Movieguide Awards, which celebrates the best in uplifting entertainment.

Also, look for these stars: Candace Cameron Bure, Lori Loughlin, Donna Mills, Bruce Davison, Pat Boone, Haylie Duff, Rob Mayes, and many more.

30th Annual Movieguide Awards

Airs Sunday, February 26, 2023

at 9pm/8c. on UPtv

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My take on the new movies...

The two movies that look interesting to me this weekend are The English Estate on Great American Family and Sweet on You on UPtv. Both look like sweet rom-coms. Plus, I'm looking forward to the Movieguide Awards on UPtv, as well. Please note: this awards show appears to only have one showing, so you'll want to be sure to catch it or record it at 9pm/8c. on Sunday night, if this is something you also want to see.

Please note: I haven't pre-screened the new movies listed above. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments below.

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Revival has come...


As I end this post, I also wanted to share how excited I am to see such a beautiful movement of revival spreading across our nation and across the world! I'm sure many of you have heard about the revival services that were student-led at Asbury University for two weeks. Many of my family members graduated from there; in fact, my cousin is currently attending there... so we initially learned about this from her on the very first day! She was so excited to share with all of the family how revival had broken out at their small university. It's wonderful how God can use a school, that is rather small compared to others and make a larger impact for His Kingdom! It's been amazing to watch and see how God's love has transformed lives there and how that movement has spread all across the world. I saw this incredible video on Instagram that shows how revival has spread across the nations, and I just had to share it with all of you! Praise The Lord!!!

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If You would like to ask JESUS to come into Your Heart, I would be happy to share the Prayer of Salvation with you. Right now, wherever you are, repenting, lift your heart to God in prayer.

If you believe Jesus died on the cross to save you from your sin, you will also need to admit you are a sinner – as we all are. Romans 3:23 (KJV) says, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." If you have never confessed your sin and belief in Christ, take time to do it right now. Say these words out loud to God and believe them in your heart:

"Oh God, I know I am a sinner.

I believe Jesus was my substitute when He died on the Cross.

I believe His shed blood, death, burial, and resurrection were for me.

I now receive Jesus as my Savior; come into my heart.

I thank You for the forgiveness of my sins,

the gift of salvation and everlasting life,

because of Your merciful grace.

In Jesus' name, I pray...

Amen."

Believe, and you will be saved. God does the saving. All of it! Be sure to share the Good News with others! God bless you, my dear Brother or Sister in the Lord!

I pray you have a wonderful weekend, everyone!

Blessings to You All! Net

💕 SHARING HIS LOVE: 💕

"For every house is built by someone,

but God is the builder of everything."

~Hebrews 3:4

Disclaimer: Please know when I share a movie, this is NOT an endorsement of any of the actors involved, personally or professionally, with their other TV/film projects.

UPtv Offers More Uplifting Films with Multi-Picture Deal with True Brand Entertainment

image "Just Jake" via: Brittany Bristow

Variety has released some great movie news! True Brand Entertainment, founded by Brian Bird (one of the producers of When Calls the Heart and When Hope Calls), along with Brandon Clark, Tai Truesdell, and Darin Chavez, have reached an agreement to create a series of uplifting and values-friendly romantic comedies with the UPtv network.

UPtv has previously aired movies from True Brand Entertainment, including The Engagement Plot, starring Rachel Boston and Trevor Donovan, and The Happy Camper, which starred Daniela Bobadilla and Beau Wirick, who are married in real-life.

According to the Variety article, the next movie obtained by UPtv from True Brand is “Just Jake” starring Brittany Bristow (A Royal Seaside Romance, The Story of Love) and Rob Mayes (5000 Blankets, Sweet on You). “Just Jake” completed filming in December; it is currently in post-production and is set to premiere later this year on UPtv.

More films from True Brand are in development... Stay tuned!

Blessings, Net

TV ALERT: Christmas Movies Coming to an End on HMM - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries!

I just wanted to send out a quick update today to alert you all that Christmas movies are coming to an end on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. Early in February, I updated the Christmas TV Schedule when Hallmark, at that time, released Christmas movies that would air in March, but recently, Joyce in Carolina, who is a loyal friend and follower here at It's a Wonderful Movie, contacted me to share that she noticed the Christmas movies were no longer in the March schedule on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. That information was surprising to me, and I wanted to be certain you all were aware, too. So, tonight appears to be the last night, at least for a while, for the Christmas movies to air on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. Tonight's movie is The Holiday Stocking, by the way.

You can still watch Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel and Great American Family every Friday night at 8pm/7c.

Visit the Christmas TV Schedule to see the Christmas movies currently airing!

Have a Joyful Day! Net

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Christmas movies available on DVD:

Jesse Metcalfe's New Faith-Based Family Drama Coming This Easter!

Recently, actor Jesse Metcalfe (Chesapeake Shores, Martha's Vineyard Mysteries, A Country Wedding, Harmony from the Heart, and numerous other TV movies) shared a first-look on a new movie project he has coming out this April.

This new movie won't be airing on TV, and typically my main focus is only there, but since Jesse is one of my personal favorite actors, and this movie is faith-based, I thought it was important to share.

Jesse's upcoming inspirational movie project is On a Wing and a Prayer; it was first announced back in October, 2021 via Variety, but now we have an official premiere date - April 7th on Amazon Prime Video, right before Easter! (Easter Sunday is April 9th, by the way!)

On a Wing and a Prayer storyline: "After their pilot dies unexpectedly mid-flight, Doug White's (Dennis Quaid) has to safely land a plane and save his entire family from insurmountable danger."

From the production company, MGM’s Lightworkers... Roma Downey (Touched by an Angel) is the producer, and besides Jesse Metcalfe, the film also stars Dennis Quaid (I Can Only Imagine, Yours, Mine & Ours, Soul Surfer), Heather Graham (Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer), Brandon Quinn (A Welcome Home Christmas, Cloudy With a Chance of Christmas), James Healy Jr. (Love at the Christmas Contest, A Thousand Tomorrows), Brett Rice (USS Christmas, The Case for Christ) and more.

Heather Graham, Roma Downey, and Jesse Metcalfe
at the screening of A Wing and a Prayer

According to EW, Dennis Quaid plays Doug White, a real-life man who took control of a twin-engine plane after the pilot died mid-flight. Heather Graham portrays Doug's wife and eventual co-pilot, Terri. Jesse Metcalfe portrays the pilot who connects with Doug from the ground to help him safely land the plane at a nearby airstrip."

Jesse Metcalfe is no stranger to religious, uplifting films; he also starred in the faith-based film God's Not Dead 2, and he has another new movie, titled Golden Influencer, that will be coming out on the faith and family streaming movie platform, Pureflix.

Do you have a favorite Jesse Metcalfe movie? For me, that is such a difficult question to answer since I love all of his movies so much, but if I absolutely had to say, my response would have to be Number 1: A Country Wedding, Number 2: Christmas Next Door, and Number 3: Harmony from the Heart tied with Christmas Under the Stars. Please share your favorites in comments below.

I hope many of you will be able to see Jesse this April in On a Wing and a Prayer.

Blessings, 

Net

Movie Reviews:

✈ I watched "On A Wing and A Prayer" yesterday, and I will say it was entertaining and kept me watching, but I had to fast forward a lot of scenes. Sadly, a lot of it disturbed me. There were multiple bar/alcohol drinking and bar singer scenes, the wife who was a believer dressed kinda sleazy. The daughters as well. -Concerning the revealing outfits.. I know we see this in our secular chic flicks, but I expected better for a Christian film. Also, the character that Jesse Metcalfe played, he and his girlfriend friend were living together, not married, even after the end, in the epilogue. This was a no for me. Hollywood's version of a Christian movie. Too immoral. I wouldn't feel comfortable showing this to my younger siblings or friends. Sad, I was hoping this would be a good one. ~Abigail

✈ On a Wing and a Prayer – I decided to try this movie, which is marketed as a faith-based film, since it was still available to watch free with my Amazon Prime. In my opinion, there are some intense scenes, some brief language, and casual drinking, which I feel is better suited for a mature audience. The one quick scene I must strongly caution is when Dan, a supporting cast member, drinks too much and meets a woman at a bar. They are very flirtatious with one another, and we are made aware that they leave together, but that’s it. The point of showing this is because this character is typically irresponsible, and the next day, he has one of the biggest missions of his life. I thought Dennis Quaid’s performance as the loving husband and father Doug White was excellent, especially when he had to take over flying the plane with his wife and two daughters on board when the pilot perished mid-flight. Due to other circumstances in his life, Doug was seriously questioning his faith in God. Jesse Metcalfe’s character, Kari Sorenson, is a real-life pilot and flight instructor who is coping with the grief of losing his family previously in a plane crash. Kari is suddenly tasked with trying to help Doug land the plane through a storm and what seems like insurmountable odds. This film has a powerful message about trusting and leaning on God through all situations in our lives and allowing God to use our weaknesses for His Glory. Overall, the meaning behind this film was very encouraging and inspirational. I also enjoyed the music that was chosen near the end, including the “Hallelujah” song and the beautiful old hymn “I’ll Fly Away,” which was sung by Dennis Quaid. I would recommend this film only for a mature audience who enjoys action-adventure. ~Net

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Jesse Metcalfe movies available on DVD:

Surprise! Wonderful News for ALL Hearties: "When Calls the Heart" Season 10 Returns Sunday, July 30th, plus Exciting News on Season 11! #Hearties See Here:

image courtesy: ET / Hallmark Media

I received this press release from Hallmark Media this morning, and I couldn't wait to share this news with all of you...

‘WHEN CALLS THE HEART’ SEASON 10 

PREMIERES SUNDAY, JULY 30TH

HALLMARK CHANNEL ALSO RENEWS ITS

LONGEST-RUNNING ORIGINAL SERIES

FOR AN 11th SEASON

STUDIO CITY, CA – February 22, 2023 – Hallmark Channel announced today that season 10 of their beloved primetime drama series, “When Calls the Heart,” will make its highly anticipated return! Packed with more surprises and romance for the residents of Hope Valley, the season premieres on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 9pm/8c with a total of 12 episodes!

Along with the season 10 premiere announcement, there’s even more good news for the avid Hearties fandom. Hallmark has also greenlit the long-lasting series for season 11, consisting of 12 episodes, with production beginning in July.

“’When Calls the Heart’ has continued to be a standout amongst our Hallmark catalogue and we’re thrilled that we’re able to bring more stories of faith and community to the homes of millions of viewers,” said Lisa Hamilton Daly, Executive Vice President, Programming. “The uplifting nature of the show paired with the love and positivity in the storytelling makes for a very heartwarming television experience and it’s only going to get bigger and better in season 11.”

The ninth season of hit drama “When Calls the Heart’s” ratings culminated with a season high, with the final episode (9012) ranking as the most watched of the season in Households (2.6 million), and among Women 18+ (2.3 million) and Total Viewers (3.1 million) on a Live+3 basis. The program also ranked as this year’s #1 most-watched original scripted series on ad-supported cable in Households (2.4 million), and among Women 18+ (2.2 million) and Total Viewers (2.9 million). After 12 episodes, the season also reached over 8.6 million unduplicated/unique Total Viewers.

Source: Nielsen, L+3 Days, as dated. Unduplicated reach, 6-min qualifier. Scripted program ranker year-to-date: 12/27/21-5/22/22; M-Su 6a-6a; Program averages exclude News, Sports, Reality, Movies, Specials, Repeats, Programs with less than 3 TCs and under 15 min duration. WCTH S9 (3/6-5/22/22).

“I am beyond excited for Season 10 of ‘When Calls the Heart’ to premiere July 30,” said Erin Krakow, series star and executive producer. “This season is full of beautiful moments and exciting twists and turns. I can’t wait for the Hearties to see what we’ve created for them! And I’m so thrilled, proud, and grateful to Hallmark that the show has been renewed for Season 11. We have so many more stories to tell. With our amazing cast, crew, and brilliant writers, there will be no shortage of romance and new adventures for the residents of Hope Valley! Having the Hearties continue this journey with us has meant the world and we are thrilled to share what’s in store these next two seasons!”

MEDIA CONTACT:
Taylor Albers, TaylorAlbers@hallmarkmedia.com

-- HALLMARK CHANNEL –

This is such exciting news to have - long before the 10th season of "When Calls the Heart" premieres this Summer! I'm so happy for the cast and crew and everyone involved in front of the camera and behind the scenes - in the creation of this heartwarming family series!

Blessings to you all, 

Net