Christmas Movie News: 'A Christmas Angel Match' Starring Meghan Ory and Benjamin Ayres

images via: Hallmark Media

The Entertainment website People has officially announced that Meghan Ory and Benjamin Ayres are teaming up for Hallmark Channel's A Christmas Angel Match! (And There Are Puppies!)

According to their article, Meghan Ory ("Chesapeake Shores") not only will star in the film, but she also wrote it!

Meghan Ory and Benjamin Ayres will play Christmas angels Monica and Michael, who are tasked with bringing soulmates together.

image via: Meghan Ory Instagram

Hallmark Media also revealed in their plot that these angels typically work alone; however, "when the Christmas Connection Department faces the threat of downsizing, Monica and Michael are unexpectedly paired to ensure Daisy and Patrick fall in love before Christmas. The partnership isn’t without its challenges: Monica is a by-the-book traditionalist who follows every heavenly rule, while Michael embraces spontaneity and delights in earthly joys like hot chocolate, snowball fights, and holiday dancing. Their clashing styles — and the undeniable spark growing between them — complicate their mission. As Christmas Eve draws near, Monica and Michael worry their differences will keep them from completing their mission in time. But just when it seems all hope is lost, a surprising turn of events changes everything — leading to a Christmas connection no one saw coming."

Look for A Christmas Angel Match to debut during Hallmark Channel's 16th annual Countdown to Christmas.

Stay tuned for more 

Christmas movie news!

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"Crossroad Springs" Cast Officially Announces More Episodes & Shares Beautiful Music

Before the Facebook Live Event on Tuesday night, three members of the "Crossroad Springs" cast, Jonathan Stoddard, Brittany Underwood, and Emily Alatalo, officially announced that 4 more episodes are coming for season 1... so there will be 10 episodes in all! (We can expect to see the four additional episodes in the new year.)

Here's the announcement...

Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott also mentioned during the Facebook Live something about Season 2; however, that is yet to be officially announced, but it sounds VERY promising!!!

If you haven't seen the "Crossroad Springs" Facebook Live, yet, then you're in for a special treat! There are many wonderful clips shown of the series, and several excellent songs, too, at 55 minutes in, 1:41 hour/minutes, and then 1:50 hour/minutes! 

Plus, there's also something very sweet at the end. I've embedded the video below... so enjoy!

When and Where to Watch "Crossroad Springs":

🎬 Stream Thursday, August 28th on Pure Flix

📺 Premieres Saturday, August 30th at 8/7c on Great American Family & GFam+

Blessings to y'all,

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Great American Family Christmas Movie Photos + Reminder: “Crossroad Springs” Live on Facebook TONIGHT

( photo credit: Alicia Josipovic / Great American Media )

From the new series "Crossroad Springs" to New Christmas Movies... lots of exciting things are happening at Great American Family!

The image above is from a photoshoot for the new Great American Family movie 'Christmas in Midnight Clear' starring Alicia Josipovic and Jon McLaren.

( photo credit: Great American Media )

This lovely photo taken inside a church is 'A Belle Christmas' starring Julia Reilly, Ash Tsai, Marshall Williams.

Both of these Christmas movies will premiere during Great American Christmas 2025!

Just wanted to add a quick reminder that you can catch the "Crossroad Springs" Facebook Live Event *TONIGHT* Tuesday, August 26th at 8/7c on Great American Family's Facebook Page!

Join these cast members: Jonathan Stoddard, Brittany Underwood, Kate Drummond, Emily Alatalo, Jon McLaren, Erin Agostino, and Jillian Cardarelli, along with Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott and host, Cameron Mathison.

It should be a wonderful time... getting exclusive information from the cast and perhaps, some clips of the show and of course, behind the scenes details!

RSVP at https://bit.ly/4fKboeJ

I hope to see many of you there!

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New TV Series "The Sunshine Murders" Coming to UPtv!

A new mystery series, with 10 episodes, is coming to UPtv, beginning Thursday, September 4th. On the premiere night, UPtv will show 2 episodes. 

See the details for the new sister sleuthing series, "The Sunshine Murders," below...

The Sunshine Murders

Starring: Dora Chrysikou, Emily Corcoran, Peter Andre, Marina Sirtis, Christopher Sciueref, Chloe Stannage, Constantine Andronikou and Whare Mihinui

The series also stars British pop star Peter Andre

Details via UPtv:

The Sunshine Murders is a new original series about an unlikely crime-fighting duo made up of two very different sisters. Shirley, a farmer from New Zealand and in search of her father, travels to Athens and meets her half-sister & detective, Helen. Shirley soon starts to help Helen solve crimes with her ‘bush’ wisdom and wit while they try to find their missing father.

Promo Clip via UPtv:




Are you game for giving this new mystery a try? Please share in the comments below.

Happy Sleuthing!

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🎄✨ Happy 4 Months ’til Christmas Day!!! ✨🎄 (See Which Christmas Movie I Chose To Mark This Day & Share Your Pick!)

Today is August 25th, which means...

🎄✨ Happy 4 Months ’til Christmas Day!!! ✨🎄

It’s time to *Mark the 25th* as part of our monthly Countdown to Christmas celebration!

Not only are we *4 MONTHS away from CHRISTMAS DAY*... but the Christmas movie season is just *2 months away*... beginning in late October! 🎅📺 Can you feel the excitement building, too, as each day goes by!?!?!

Here at *It’s a Wonderful Movie*, we love celebrating the 25th of each month with something festive, whether it’s a Christmas movie, a classic holiday cartoon, or anything that brings a little Christmas cheer into our day. It’s such a fun way to keep that joyful spirit alive all year long.

If you’re watching something Christmassy today (or sometime this week), please share in the comments below your pick... I always love hearing your movie choices!

🎥 My Christmas movie pick is… "Hearts of Christmas," starring Emilie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha. It’s such a heartwarming story about service, the gift of life, and giving to those in need.

Hearts of Christmas - image: Hallmark Media

Hearts of Christmas - image: Hallmark Media

And in case you haven't heard... Kristoffer Polaha is currently filming his brand-new Hallmark Christmas movie, "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas," alongside Nikki DeLoach and Sharon Lawrence! How wonderful is that? Sharon Lawrence, of course, also co-starred with Kristoffer in "Hearts of Christmas," so it’s a special reunion.

Plus, we know Country Singer Brad Paisley will also be in "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas," and it was revealed on the Today Show just this morning that these Country Music stars will also make a cameo appearance: Megan Moroney, Bill Anderson, Jamey Johnson, Rhett Atkins, Dailey & Vincet, Drew Baldridge, Maggie Baugh, Suzy Bogguss, Mickey Guyton, Riders in the Sky, Tigirlily Gold, Pam Tillis, and more!

A Grand Ole Opry Christmas on set - image: Kristoffer Polaha

Meanwhile, Kristoffer Polaha's "Hearts of Christmas" co-star, Emilie Ullerup, has an all-new (non-holiday) movie premiering this Saturday on the Hallmark Channel, titled "Catch of the Day," with Michael Rady! It looks like such a sweet and fun story, definitely one to add to our weekend watchlist!

Catch of the Day - image: Hallmark Media

And since we’re talking about Michael Rady, I’m tempted to sneak in one of his Christmas movies this week, one of my all-time favorites, in honor of his upcoming premiere this weekend. Longtime followers here at It's a Wonderful Movie might already know which one I mean… here’s a little hint: its title reflects one of the truest gifts of the season! Any guesses which one it is? 🎄

We have so much to look forward to in the weeks ahead! Shouldn't be too long now 'til we start hearing those full Christmas movie announcements from each channel... stay tuned!!!✨

Wishing you a day

that is truly…

Merry & Bright!🎄❤️

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