Monday, December 31, 2012

New Years Eve Movies for the Family!


Countdown to Midnight with these Family Movies with "New Years Eve" Scenes!

Holiday InnIt Happened on 5th AvenueA Boyfriend for ChristmasBachelor MotherBundle of JoyRemember the NightA Kiss at Midnight(Not available on DVD.

However, it will air on the Hallmark Channel

on January 4th and 5th.

*see the Christmas TV Schedule)

 





Hitched for the Holidays

2012 Hallmark Channel Christmas

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Wonderful Ratings for "It's a Wonderful Life"


"It's a Wonderful Life"

had TOP Ratings when it aired on NBC

on Christmas Eve Night!





According to our Source: Nielsen Media Research, "It's a Wonderful Life" had 5.62 million viewers and was #1 among adult viewers age 18-49 on December 24, 2012. This was it's most-watched airing since 2005! How they figure such facts is baffling; however, I certainly know our family was gathered around

Friday, December 28, 2012

The Makeover "Hallmark Hall of Fame" Movie

MOVIE REVIEW



Hallmark Hall of Fame DVD "The Makeover"
Starring Julia Stiles




The Makeover

"Hallmark Hall of Fame"

Starring Julia Stiles and David Walton.


*Premieres on Local Station!

Network: ABC


Original Air Date: January 27, 2013






CAST:

Julia Stiles ... Hannah Higgins
David Walton ... Elliot Doolittle
Camryn Manheim ... Colleen Pickering
Frances Fisher ... Allie
Georgia

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Christmas Movies continue on the Hallmark Channel!


I hope you all had a very "Merry Christmas"!

While I enjoyed all the nice gifts that "Santa" brought... the very best gift is to be surrounded by those you love - and by that measure, I was truly blessed!

Another unexpected gift was a White Christmas... "just like the ones I used to know"!!!



Every year I always hope for a small dusting or light snowfall here in the mid-west, and this year

Monday, December 24, 2012

Merry Christmas, Everyone!!!

My Christmas Card to you...



"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government shall be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace..."-Isaiah 9:6

~ "Wise Men still Seek Him!"~  I pray you will all have a very Blessed and Happy "Merry Christmas"!  
Also see:
The Christmas Story
Nativity Free Printable

Thursday, December 20, 2012

A Christmas Dog & Bunny make Two More "New" Christmas Movies!

Surprise! I thought last weekend would be the very last of "New" Christmas Movies on TV... however, there will be 2 more NEW Christmas Movies being played this weekend!!!




You won't find them on the Hallmark Channel or ABC Family and both Movies have two actresses who are well known from their early sitcom days. The first one is "The Dog who Saved the Holidays" starring Dean Cain, Elisa

Christmas Movie : Just Where I Belong "The Christmas Bunny"



MOVIE REVIEW

Just Where I Belong

Also Known As: The Christmas Bunny



Network: TBN

Original Air Date: December 22, 2012














CAST:

Sophie Bolen ... Julia
Madeline Vail ... Patti Cooper
Colby French ... Scott Cooper
Derek Brandon ... Billy Cooper
Florence Henderson ... Betsy Ross
Charles Irving Beale ... Hank Vanee
Andrew Twiford ... Johnny
Michael J. Blashill ... Uncle Chip

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

The Christmas Story - Free Printable!

Here is a "Free Printable" of the Christmas Story from Luke 2. I created them to share the true meaning of Christmas - so anyone can print them and read the story at your Christmas gathering...




There are 3 versions to choose from:


Nativity Printable - Large - White Background


Nativity Printable - Large - Gold Background




Nativity Printable - Small - Gold Background



*The Large

Monday, December 17, 2012

Another "Holiday Switch" on Lifetime!


Hello Everyone! Can you believe it’s just about a week ‘til Christmas! I do hope many of you are enjoying this Christmas Season with your families.

I just wanted to let you know that I have again updated the schedule with a change to the Lifetime and LMN Movies. I was personally planning to watch the Movie “Holiday Switch” today (Monday 12/17/12). It’s the movie our family affectionately calls

INSP Presents - 12 Days of Christmas!


 




The 12 Days of Christmas have begun on INSP!
INSP will be airing Christmas Movies everyday from December 14th through the 25th!

 

Some of them are rare Christmas Classics that have not been seen this year!See INSP's Promo Video:


*See the INSP 12 Days of Chrismas Post for more Movie details!

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Enjoy the Last Christmas Movie Premiere Weekend!


Check out 4 New Christmas Movie Premieres this weekend + the Hallmark Channel Cable Premiere of the Hallmark of Fame Movie, “Christmas with Holly”.

By the way, I loved “Christmas with Holly” – very Sweet!

Saturday, December 15, 2012:

Baby's First Christmas
Hallmark Channel



*See my Exclusive Interview with Ella Ballentine, the Young Actress from “Baby's First Christmas”


The Merry In-Laws

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Hallmark Channel News & Updates!

Hello Everyone! Hope you are all enjoying these Countdown Days until Christmas!!! All the planning and preparation can be so much fun!!!

I wanted to share with you all some exciting news from the Hallmark Channel. On Christmas Day – they will be airing All 12 of their New Original Christmas Movies – Commercial Free! Please Note the time changes for these Movies in the Schedule on December 25th!

Friday, December 7, 2012

A Hallmark Hall of Fame, a Musical, and a Christmas Dance will sweep you away... with 8 New Christmas Movies this Weekend

The Hallmark Channel, ION, Lifetime, and ABC will bring us 8 All New Christmas Movie Specials this weekend... while you’re decorating, baking your goodies, or wrapping your gifts...

Saturday – December 8th , 2012


*Come Dance With Me



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*Holly's Holiday


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*The Borrowers





Sunday – December 9th , 2012


*Anything But Christmas



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*The Mistle-Tones



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*Help

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Christmas Movie Reviews and More!

As I write, there are 20 Days until Christmas! To me, it is “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” – and I do my very best to soak it all in.... all the sights and sounds... and Christmas Movies, too – old and new, and it is such a joy to share them with all of you!


Over the weekend, our family attended our local Christmas Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting in the Courthouse Square... it was all

"Christmas Lodge"

MOVIE REVIEW


Christmas Lodge

UPDATE:  - The Movie, "Christmas Lodge" was previously scheduled on TBN, but it looks like they have recently removed this Movie from their line-up. I apologize for this inconvenience and I will try to see if they plan to air it in the future.

CAST:

Erin Karpluk ... Mary
Michael Shanks ... Jack
Rukiya Bernard ... Yolanda
Rebecca Toolan ... Betty
Michael Kopsa

"The Borrowers" Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

The Borrowers

Network: ABC

*This Movie originally premiered in the UK in 2011.

Original U.S. TV Air Date: December 8, 2012






CAST:

Borrowers:

Christopher Eccleston as Pod Clock
Sharon Horgan as Homily Clock
Aisling Loftus as Arrietty Clock
Robert Sheehan as Spiller
Francis Chouler as Spiller's Mate

"Beans" (human beings):

Charlie Hiscock as James, the boy who finds the

Thursday, November 29, 2012

6 NEW "Christmas Movies" include a Bride, a Star, Mrs Claus, and More!

6 NEW CHRISTMAS MOVIES Premiere this Weekend:

Thursday – November 29, 2012:
*A Fairly Odd ChristmasNickelodeon
(this movie will premiere all weekend from Thursday - to Sunday)


Saturday - December 1, 2012:
*A Bride for Christmas
Hallmark Channel

Sunday - December 2, 2012:
*A Star for Christmas
ION

*The Christmas Heart
Hallmark Channel
*Finding Mrs. Claus
Lifetime

*A Christmas Wedding

Classic Christmas Movie Alert : It's a Wonderful Life


Travel back in time to Bedford Falls with Jimmy Stewart in

It's a Wonderful Life...

as it premieres this Christmas Season on NBC,

December 1st, 2012 - Saturday Night!






Here are some of my favorite quotes:


Clarence: Strange, isn't it? Each man's life touches so many other lives. When he isn't around he leaves an awful hole, doesn't he?


---------

[George returns to the bridge where

Archive: November 2012 Christmas TV Movies


I can hardly believe I am already archiving the November 2012 Christmas Movie List!

Here it is now - for your reference....


NOVEMBER:



November 1, 2012 Thursday

All Mine to Give (1957) ... TCM ... 9:30 AM
Pictures of Hollis Woods ... HMC ... 10 PM


November 2, 2012 Friday

Annie Claus is Coming to Town ... Hallmark Channel ... 8 PM
Moonlight & Mistletoe ... Hallmark Channel ... 10 PM

Monday, November 26, 2012

Reviews for "Hitched for the Holidays" and More!

Hello Everybody...

I certainly hope you all had a wonderful and most importantly, memorable - Thanksgiving Weekend! Four generations of family gathered at our home, and each year I learn... giving thanks and being with those you love is better than any feast or delicious dessert!


I took a little blogging break over the weekend, but was delighted to see my inbox was filled this morning with

Thursday, November 22, 2012

8 New "Christmas Movies" this Weekend!

Starting on Friday, there will be 8 New Christmas Movies + a New Christmas Cartoon, as well... to enjoy with your Turkey Leftovers!

(Click on Show Titles for more details...)

FRIDAY – November 23, 2012:

*Jingle and Bell's Christmas Star
Hallmark Channel


Heartland Christmas
GMC

 

SATURDAY – November 24, 2012:
*The Christmas Angel
GMC


*Naughty or Nice
Hallmark Channel



*The March

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

A Thanksgiving Prayer





My Prayer for you all on this Thanksgiving Day - is that you may be blessed! I am so grateful to the Lord above for so many things - for salvation, faith, precious family, dear friends, warm home, and love beyond measure and I pray the same for all of you.....

On this Thanksgiving Day, my heart ponders about those Pilgrims who crossed an ocean to an unknown land - seeking and yearning for

Monday, November 19, 2012

5 New Christmas Movies from ION


Among all the new Christmas Movie Specials from Hallmark, Lifetime, ABC Family, and More... I have also been keeping my eye on – " ION " –the network that always brings us a few more NEW Christmas Movie Specials each year! And, this year – they are giving us 5 – All New Christmas Movies and now we have their Premiere Dates + a little more info about each movie.


Anything but Christmas


A Christmas Wedding Date

MOVIE REVIEW

A Christmas Wedding Date

Network: ION

Original Air Date: December 2, 2012





CAST:

Marla Sokoloff
Chris Carmack
Catherine Hicks
David DeLuise
George Wendt
Chelan Simmons


PLOT:

After being fired from her high-powered job, Rebecca (Sokoloff) heads back home to see her mom, Shirley (Hicks), and attend her friends' small-town wedding on Christmas Eve. Initially convinced that

Anything But Christmas

MOVIE REVIEW

Anything But Christmas

Network: ION

Original Air Date: December 9, 2012




CAST:

Elaine Hendrix
Sergio Di Zio
Sean Michael Kyer
Christopher Lloyd
Jessica Harmon
Adrian Holmes


PLOT:

John loves Grace and her 10-year-old son, Zachary. Although he wants to propose to her at Christmas, it's the one holiday John runs from. In this romantic comedy, chaos with exes,

A Star for Christmas

MOVIE REVIEW

A Star for Christmas

Network: ION

Original Air Date: Deccember 2, 2012


CAST:

Corey Sevier
Briana Evigan
Travis Van Winkle
Brooke Burns


PLOT:

The only thing that is working in Cassie's world is her small town business. Her Christmas Cupcakery is a huge success, but her love life is a mess. Cassie's whole universe is turned upside down when she falls in love with a co-worker

Christmas Twister

MOVIE REVIEW

Christmas Twister

Network: ION

Original Air Date: December 16, 2012





CAST:

Casper Van Dien
Victoria Pratt
Richard Burgi


PLOT:

After a massive, out-of-season swarm of Texas tornadoes levels weather scientist Ethan Walker's home on Christmas Eve, he must find courage in the face of devastation to help restore his marriage and rescue their missing children.




Movie Review:

Free December Calendar Printable


Here's a Printable Calendar for December 2012:






-- Click Here for Small Version --



-- Click Here for Large Version --


This is for all of you who love Christmas and would like to take note of all the Christmas Movies you don't want to miss this Christmas Season!


Enjoy and God Bless Us, Everyone!



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*All images are from the Hallmark Channel - and are

A Heartland Christmas

MOVIE REVIEW


A Heartland Christmas

Network: Premieres on GMC

Original Air Date: November 23, 2012


CAST:

Amber Marshall ... Amy Fleming
Michelle Morgan ... Samantha Louise 'Lou' Fleming
Graham Wardle ... Ty Borden
Chris Potter ... Tim Fleming
Shaun Johnston ... Jack Bartlett
Nicholas Campbell ... Will Vernon
Helene Joy ... Joanna Hawke
Jessica Amlee ... Mallory Wells
Kerry James ...

Silent Night - New Christmas Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

Silent Night

Network: BYU

Original Air Date: November 22, 2012






CAST:

Unknown


PLOT:

Learn the inspiring story behind the creation of the popular Christmas carol Silent Night—discover how Joseph Mohr, as new assistant priest, went against his superior to organize a church choir full of outcasts that performed in German instead of Latin.

In 1818, when Joseph Mohr is

Friday, November 16, 2012

New Christmas Movies this Weekend ~ Matchmaker Santa and More!

PREMIERING SATURDAYNovember 17, 2012:
*Matchmaker Santa
Hallmark Channel

 --and--

*Holiday High School Reunion
LifetimeRated: TV-14

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PREMIERING SUNDAYNovember 18, 2012:

*It's Christmas, Carol
Hallmark Channel

 
--and--
 *Holiday Spin
Lifetime



PLEASE NOTE: As mentioned above, Holiday High School Reunion is Rated: TV-14 - therefore it is not a movie for children. As for the

GMC Christmas Movie - Christmas Angel



MOVIE REVIEW


Christmas Angel

Originally Known As: Angel Next Door


Network: GMC

Original Air Date: November 24, 2012










CAST:

Teri Polo ... Melinda Mead
Della Reese ... Elsie
Kevin Sorbo ... Nathan Davis
Izabela Vidovic ... Olivia Mead
William D. Wells ... Orphan-Ricky Sanchez
Lisa Arnold ... Mrs. Bell
Rob Boltin ... Mr. Brennan
Dylan DePaula ... Classmate
Bradley Dorsey ...

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Hallmark Movies Update


I wanted to let you all know... I just made an update to the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel listings. There has been a little change in the morning and afternoon Christmas Movies for both Networks! So please re-check the Christmas TV Schedule and update your lists, too!

Please Note: for all of our Faithful Followers of the Christmas TV Schedule - I do my best to keep it updated and

Friday, November 9, 2012

Christmas Premieres on Hallmark and Lifetime!


Two Christmas Movies Premiere Saturday, November 10, 2012...

and repeat on Sunday, November 11th...





The Wishing Tree
on the Hallmark Channel

*See "The Wishing Tree" page for more details!






 The Christmas Consultant
on Lifetime

*See "The Christmas Consultant" page for more details!



For All the Times these Movies are Airing
See the Christmas TV Schedule !

Thursday, November 8, 2012

It's a Wonderful Lifetime!

During Lifetime Network's 2012 "It's a Wonderful Lifetime" Christmas Movie Event - they will Premiere 10 New Christmas Movies! (see list below with premiere dates!)




Lifetime's New Christmas Movies:

(Please Note: These Premiere Dates have changed and I'm in the process of updating the site with this information.)

THE CHRISTMAS CONSULTANT
November 10 , 2012

HOLIDAY HIGH SCHOOL REUNION

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Free November Calendar Printable

Whether you like to Print the Complete Christmas TV Schedule - or make a list of all the ones you want to watch... I thought you might enjoy this November Calendar for your fridge!



-- Click Here for Small Version --

-- Click Here for Large Version --   Now you can note all the ones you don't want to missthis Christmas Season!

Monday, November 5, 2012

Election Day - November 6, 2012!

On this day, I'm thinking of a special line from the Movie: Mr Smith Goes to Washington...

Jefferson Smith: "You see, boys forget what their country means by just reading The Land of the Free in history books. Then they get to be men they forget even more. Liberty's too precious a thing to be buried in books, Miss Saunders. Men should hold it up in front of them every single day of their lives

Friday, November 2, 2012

Hallmark Channel Premieres Christmas Movies

It’s Here.... the COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS PREVIEW WEEKEND on the HALLMARK CHANNEL!!!

CHRISTMAS MOVIES will be airing ALL WEEKEND starting Nov. 2 - Friday Night, at 8 PM with Annie Claus is Coming to Town!

From there... Christmas Movies will be played all throughout the Night and Day... ALL Weekend Long!

Premiering on Saturday Night, is Christmas Song starring Gabe Hogan (Bridal Fever,

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Interview with Hallmark Channel Movie Writer Kevin Commins

I am excited to share with you all today... My Exclusive Interview with Writer, Kevin Commins, who has written several Hallmark Movies... including Two – coming up this Christmas Season! Please See all the details in his interview with “It’s a Wonderful Movie” below! Enjoy....

-------------------------------------Interview with Kevin Commins, Hallmark Channel Movie Writer:-----------------------

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Mystery Returns...



Tomorrow, November 1, 2012, I am pleased to bring to you another Exclusive Interview!

This time around it's not an Actress or Actor... it’s actually a Writer! (Clue#1 - Occupation)

He, (Clue#2 –the writer is Male) has written several Hallmark Movies (Clue#3 – Network)... and tomorrow he will share with everyone details about them and his new Christmas Movies (Clue#4-Movie Genre) for the

Archive of October 2012 Christmas Programming


This is an Archive of the
OCTOBER 2012 Christmas and Holiday Programming
for you reference...


OCTOBER:


October 2, 2012 Tuesday

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York ... FMC ... 8:05 AM
Home Alone 3 ... FMC ... 10:15 AM
Home Alone 4 ... FMC ... 12 PM
Jingle All the Way ... FMC ... 1:25 PM


October 3, 2012 Wednesday

Pictures of Hollis Woods ... HMC ... 8 AM
Pictures of Hollis Woods ... HMC ... 8

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - October 30th

CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
October 30, 2012 :

Trading Christmas


The Case For Christmas


Lucky Christmas


A Christmas Story 2


The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas!


Dreamworks Holiday Classics (Merry Madagascar / Shrek the Halls / Gift of the Night Fury)


Santa and the Three Bears


Kaboom: Christmas Carols


A Dennis The Menace Christmas/Unaccompanied Minors


Love Comes Softly

Monday, October 29, 2012

"12 Days of Christmas" on INSP

On the "12 days" leading up to Christmas - the Network "INSP" will have Christmas Movies airing on their station each night!






*** INSP’s “12 Days of Christmas” December 14-25 ***

Movies Included:

The Nativity
The Christmas Box
Ebbie
The Christmas Secret
The Secret of Giving
Blizzard
The Christmas Tree
A Christmas Snow
Thomas Kinkade’s Christmas Cottage
A Town Without Christmas
Christmas

Golden Christmas 3

MOVIE REVIEW

Golden Christmas 3

Network: ION

Original Air Date: Christmas Season 2012




CAST:

Shantel VanSanten ... Heather Hartly
Rob Mayes ... Bobby Alden
Nikki Deloach ... Julia
Orson Bean ... Mr. Cole
Maxim Knight ... Richie
Mark Famiglietti ... Roger
Matt Corboy ... Barry
Alex Peters ... Myra





PLOT:

Heather is a charming, free spirit and Bobby is a naval officer home from

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Come Dance with Me - Hallmark Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Come Dance with Me

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: December 8, 2012











CAST:

Andrew McCarthy ...
Michelle Nolden ... Christine
Jane Moffat ... Clarise









PLOT:

When an ambitious young financier signs up for waltz lessons to impress his fiance -- the boss's daughter -- at the annual Christmas party, he not only winds up falling in love with his

A Bride for Christmas - Hallmark Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

A Bride for Christmas

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: December 1, 2012








CAST:

Arielle Kebbel ... Jessie
Chelsey Reist ... Patty
Sage Brocklebank
Peter Benson ... Matt
Matt Bellefleur ... Trent
Karen Kruper ... Susan
Jordana Largy ... Marcie
Julian Bailey ... Oliver
Kimberly Sustad
Andrew Walker ... Aiden
Duffy ... Jake



PLOT:

After Jessie (

Help for the Holidays - Hallmark Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Help for the Holidays

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: December 9, 2012














CAST:

Summer Glau ... Christine Prancer
Eva La Rue ... Sara Vancamp
Mason Cook ... Will Vancamp
Dan Gauthier ... Scott Vancamp
Izabela Vidovic ... Ally Vancamp
John Brotherton ... Dave Gabriel
Valorie Hubbard ... Hannah
Jessie Lande ... Gabby
Ben C. Adams ... Doorman
Steve

Hallmark Christmas Movie - Naughty or Nice

MOVIE REVIEW

Naughty or Nice

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: November 24, 2012















CAST:

Hilarie Burton ... Krissy Kringle
Dana Barron ... Brenda Weir
Matt Dallas
Michael Gross
Meredith Baxter
Gabriel Tigerman
Julie Henderson ... Mall Elf
Tony Cavalero ... Justin
Sarena Khan ... Brittany Brake
Aaron Webster ... Mall Shopper
Kelli Jo Sweeney ... Girl in Coffee

Friday, October 26, 2012

ABC Family 25 Days of Christmas is Here!

You've been asking, waiting, and wondering... Well, wonder no more - It's here! ABC Familys newly released 25 Days of Christmas Family Movies and Cartoons have been added into the Christmas TV Schedule! ABC familys schedule includes the TV Premiere of Disneys Christmas Carol, and two New TV Christmas Movies: "Home Alone: The Holiday Heist" and "The Mistle-Tones".





*See the Christmas TV

Hoops and YoYo Cartoon Special - Tonight!

They're back! Hoops and YoYo return to the Hallmark Channel with an all new Cartoon Special Tonight - October 26, 2012 at 7 PM - titled: Hoops and YoYo's Haunted Halloween.




Please Note: I have not viewed this New cartoon, yet. Please check ratings or use your own discretion before viewing with children.

Hopefully... this will be a silly and fun Hoops and Yo-Yo Special!

See the Hoops and

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Exclusive Interview with Ella Ballentine, Actress from Hallmark Christmas Movie!

I am happy to share with you all...

Our Interview with Ella Ballentine,
young Actress from the Hallmark Channel Movie,
“Baby's First Christmas”

 
(---"It's a Wonderful Movie" Exclusive Interview---)

1. ) Congratulations, Ella, on being chosen as part of the cast, in the upcoming Hallmark Channel movie, “Baby's First Christmas”. We are so thrilled to do this interview with you. Please

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Mystery Guest Tomorrow!



I am rather excited to share with you all -
Tomorrow we will have our very first Exclusive Interview with an Actress from a Hallmark "Christmas" Movie!

You may, or you may not, know this actress, but I do think you will enjoy hearing from her and reading about her experiences in creating a Hallmark Movie.

It was a Joy – doing this interview with her and I think you are going to find her to

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - October 23rd

CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
October 23, 2012:


Christmas Angel



Lifetime Presents: 12 Days of Christmas
12 Movies in ONE Collection!



4 Film Family Holiday Movie Collection



4 Film Holiday Movie Collection




I hope you find something that you will enjoy this Christmas Season!


Enjoy your next Family Movie Night,
Net

Monday, October 22, 2012

10 NEW Christmas Movies on Lifetime


Lifetime is bringing us 10 NEW Christmas Movies this Year during their "It's a Wonderful Lifetime" Event! (see them listed below!) Their Movies will begin on November 10th, 2012 and run throughout the Christmas Season!





Lifetime's 10 NEW Christmas Movies:

The Christmas Consultant

All About Christmas Eve

Finding Mrs. Claus

Holiday High School Reunion

Holiday Spin

Holly's Holiday

Love

Finding Mrs. Claus - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Finding Mrs. Claus

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: December 2, 2012




Image via: http://www.lighthousepictures.ca








CAST:

Mira Sorvino ... Mrs. Claus
Will Sasso ... Santa
Laura Vandervoort ...








Images above via: http://lauravandervoort-forum.blogspot.it/

PLOT:

When Mrs. Claus (Mira Sorvino) feels neglected by her less than attentive husband (Will

All About Christmas Eve - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

All About Christmas Eve

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: December 9, 2012






CAST:

Haylie Duff ... Eve Wright
Chris Carmack ... Aidan
Connie Sellecca ... Elizabeth
Patrick Muldoon ... Tino
Stephen Colletti ... Darren
Bianca Lawson ... Lila
Diana DeGarmo ... Herself
Ace Young ... Himself
Gib Gerard ... Matt
Chelsea Rae Bernier ... Tiffany
Margot Rose ... Ellen
Tim

Holly's Holiday - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Holly's Holiday

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: December 8, 2012






CAST:

Claire Coffee ... Holly Maddux
Ryan McPartlin ... Bo
Mark Lindsay Chapman ... Livingston
Matt Riedy ... Mike
Edward Hong ... Freddie
Jeff Ward ... Milo Ames
Paul Elia ... Darryl
Kelli Stoner ... Young woman
Eric Salazar ... Javier
Annie Quinn ... Meg
Dash Kolos ... Angry Girlfriend
Billy

Merry-In-Laws - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Merry-In-Laws

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: December 16, 2012




Image via:
http://mip.itvstudios.com/programmes/hollywood-tv-movies/816/merry-in-laws












CAST:

Shelley Long ... Mrs Claus
George Wendt ... Santa Claus
Lucas Bryant ... Peter
Kassia Warshawski ... Alex Spencer
Jacob Thurmeier ... Max Spencer
Barb Mitchell ... Joyce Spencer
Chantal Perron .

The Real St. Nick - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

The Real St. Nick

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: December 15, 2012



CAST:

Torrey Devito
Callard Harris



PLOT:

Devitto stars as psychiatrist Kate, who attends to a handsome but unconscious man in a Santa Claus suit who saved her during an earthquake. When he awakens and insists he is Santa Claus, he is placed in the hospital's psychiatric wing, where his Christmas

The March Sisters - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

The March Sisters at Christmas

Also Known As: The March Sisters

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: November 24, 2012








CAST:

Julie Marie Berman ... Jo March
Kaitlin Doubleday ... Meg March
Melissa Farman ... Beth March
Molly Kunz ... Amy March
Justin Bruening ... Teddy Lawrence
John Shea ... Mr. Lawrence
Charlie Hofheimer ... John Brooke
Melissa Farman ... Beth March

Love at the Christmas Table - Lifetime Christmas Movie



MOVIE REVIEW
Love at the Christmas Table
Network: Lifetime
Original Air Date: November 25, 2012



 

CAST:

Danica McKellar
Lea Thompson
Scott Patterson
Dustin Mulligan


PLOT:

This is a romantic holiday tale about two best friends. Sam (Dustin Mulligan) and Katherine (McKellar) have spent every Christmas at the children's table since they were toddlers. They grew up together sharing

Holiday Spin - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Holiday Spin

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: November 18, 2012





CAST:

Ralph Macchio ... Ruben
Erika Eleniak ... Roxy
Diana Laura ... Wife
Karen Olivo ... Emily
Garrett Clayton ... Blake
Allie Bertram ... Pia
Hamza Adam ... Shane
Jeff Mortensen ... Replacement Dancer #1
Marlee Grace Becker ... Little Girl
Mackenzie Green ... Josh
Julia Harnett ... Tezza





Holiday High School Reunion - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Holiday High School Reunion

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: November 17, 2012

PLEASE NOTE : This Movie is RATED " TV - 14 " !
























CAST:

Rachel Boston
Marilu Henner
Harry Hamlin








Images via: http://www.facebook.com/HolidayHighSchoolReunion




PLOT:

Georgia (Boston), returns home during Christmas just in time for her high school reunion,

Friday, October 19, 2012

This Weekend: "I Married Who?" Premieres on the Hallmark Channel




Stars Kellie Martin and Ethan Erickson

"I Married Who?" Premieres October 20, 2012

Straight-laced Jordan Brady (Kellie Martin) is all set for a low-key bachelorette weekend in Vegas until she wakes up after a late-night out and discovers she married celebrity Matt Swift (Ethan Erickson) by mistake. Jordan works as fast as she can to annul the marriage... (see rest of plot, here)

Please Note

Thursday, October 18, 2012

"Cedar Cove" News

Cedar Cove's Original Air Date will be.... June 1, 2013!

This Premiere Event will be A Two-Hour Sneak Peek Kick-Off Premiere to this new TV Series.





*The Cedar Cove Movie and TV Series are based on the Cedar Cove Book Series by author, Debbie Macomber.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

We Found "The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown"!




Someone please hurry and tell Linus ...

 We found "The Great Pumpkin!"



While it's always available on DVD,
and Amazon Instant Video...

We've been wondering if our dear Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Sally, Snoopy, and friends were going to make an appearance on TV around Halloween and the answer is "Yes!"

A Special Thank You to "Hermit", who E-mailed to let me know - and Share with all of

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - October 16


CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
October 16, 2012 :


A Princess For Christmas


The Santa Clause 3-Movie Collection [Blu-ray]


The Santa Clause 2 (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]


Christmas Miracle


A Christmas Carol (BLU-RAY) - 2012


The Christmas Pageant


Christmas Comes Home To Canaan


The Heart of Christmas


A Christmas Kiss


Holiday Engagement



MY PICKS:

*A Princess For Christmas -

Monday, October 15, 2012

ABC Family unveils "Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas!"




ABC Family has released their scheduling of Christmas Movies that will lead up to the ever popular, "ABC Family 25 Days of Christmas"!

This "Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas" event will begin November 18 and last through November 30. It will include the Premiere of the 5th Home Alone Movie, Home Alone: The Holiday Heist and other Christmas Movie Favorites, including: Eloise at Christmastime,

Saturday, October 13, 2012

October Baby Premieres Sunday on TV


On Sunday Night, October 14, 2012, "October Baby" will premiere on the GMC Network.






Please Note: This Movie is Rated PG-13

for Mature Thematic Elements


OCTOBER BABY is a coming-of-age story of Hannah, a beautiful 19-year-old college freshman. In spite of her energetic (if somewhat naive) personality, Hannah has always felt like an outsider. Something is missing... (see rest of plot,

Friday, October 12, 2012

This Weekend: Catch "The Seven Year Hitch" on the Hallmark Movie Channel



The Seven Year HitchPremieres: October 13th, 2012

Jennifer (Natalie Hall) and Kevin (Darin Brooks) have been inseparable since becoming best friends at age six. So when Jennifer graduates from college and begins building a career in charity, she thinks it's only right to let drop-out Kevin live in her newly purchased house until he gets back on his feet. Seven years later... (see rest of plot

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - October 9


CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
October 9, 2012 :


Annie Claus Is Coming To Town


Fireman Sam: Holiday Heroes


Thomas & Friends: A Very Thomas Christmas


Arthur: Arthur's Perfect Christmas


12 Dogs of Christmas: Great Puppy Rescue


Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!: Christmas Two-Pack


MY PICKS:

Annie Claus Is Coming To Town - this is such a cute little Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie.
and
12 Dogs of

Saturday, October 6, 2012

New Christmas Theme ~ Banner, Background, etc!










With less than 80 days now until Christmas, I decided it was time to start spreading some Christmas Cheer!




The New Banner displays various Hallmark Channel new Christmas Movies, including:







Baby's First Christmas
Christmas Song
Matchmaker Santa
Love at the Thanksgiving Day Parade
Hitched for the Holidays



Click on the Movie Titles Above for More details!

There will be many

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - October 2


CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
October 2, 2012 :

First Christmas: Story of First Christmas Snow




Alvin And The Chipmunks: Christmas With The Chipmunks




The Ultimate Christmas Collection




Dr Seuss's Deluxe Holiday Collection




A Golden Christmas 2: The Second Tail [Blu-ray]




Martha & Friends: Holiday Collection




The Waltons: The Complete Series
includes Episodes:
The Best Christmas

Monday, October 1, 2012

Christmas Song - Hallmark Channel Movie




MOVIE REVIEW

Christmas Song

Network: Hallmark Channel

Written by: Kevin Commins

Original Air Date: November 3, 2012
























CAST:

Natasha Henstridge ... Diana Deason
Gabriel Hogan ... Ken Stoddard
Brittany Adams ... Amy
Kent Nolan ... Carlo
Ramona Milano ... Jill
Ben Mulroney ... Emcee
Amanda Marie Thomson ... Liz Strade




















PLOT:

from Hallmark:

Hoops & YoYo's Haunted Halloween

MOVIE REVIEW

Hoops & YoYo's Haunted Halloween

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: Octoer 26, 2012

Image via: ToonBarn.com


CAST:



PLOT:

from Hallmark:

Hoops & YoYo can’t wait for Halloween… but they HAVE waited until the last minute to begin their search for costumes. When that search leads them to the mall, they are accidentally locked inside after closing. They discover that

Archive: Family TV Schedule September 2012


For your Reference...

This is simply an Archive of the Family TV Schedule Programming from September, 2012.


SEPTEMBER



September 1, 2012 Saturday

The Big Valley "Guest Star" Marathon ... INSP ... 1 PM - 2 AM
Pollyanna ... Hallmark Channel ... 2 PM
Strawberry Summer ... Hallmark Movie Channel ... 2 PM *NEW
Strawberry Summer ... Hallmark Movie Channel ... 4 PM *NEW
The Parent Trap (1998) ...

Friday, September 28, 2012

Follow "It's a Wonderful Movie" on Twitter

If you have a Twitter account, I wanted to let you know, you can now Follow "It's a Wonderful Movie" on Twitter!

Follow @awonderfulmovie
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Hallmark Channel Christmas News!

If you are excited to see any Christmas Movie News, then you'll love this news!

The Hallmark Channel has released the Premiere Dates for 12 of their New Christmas Movies:


Christmas Song
Love at the Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Wishing Tree
Matchmaker Santa
It's Christmas, Carol
Naughty or Nice
Hitched for the Holidays
A Bride for Christmas
The Christmas Heart
Come Dance with Me
Help for the

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Christmas Movies on DVD - Sept 25th


CHRISTMAS DVD RELEASES -
SEPTEMBER 25, 2012 :


On The Second Day Of Christmas DVD with Bonus CD



Miracle At Christmas Ebbie's Story



Young Pioneers' Christmas



A Very Mary Christmas



Golden Winter




Holiday Collector's Set V.15 with Bonus MP3




Holiday Collector's Set V.10 with Bonus MP3




Holiday Collector's Set V.14 with Bonus MP3




Holiday Collector's Set V.12 with

Monday, September 24, 2012

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn



Tomorrow, September 25th, marks 3 Months now until Christmas!

This 1945 film will be airing Tuesday Night (Sept. 25) on TCM, 8 PM - 10:15 PM (est). It's a great Classic Christmas Movie that hasn't been played as much, in recent years, on TV. It's deeply moving - happy and sad, at times.

It will air several more times, during the Christmas Season. See times airing on the Christmas TV

Friday, September 21, 2012

Happy Birthday Mickey Rooney!

This Sunday, September 23, 2012, marks Mickey Rooney's 92nd Birthday! He was born in 1920 in Brooklyn, NY. and originally named Joseph Yule, Jr. His mother legally changed his name to Mickey Rooney.


Rooney's big break was the Mickey McGuire movie series and the Andy Hardy Movies later on continued to make him a box office favorite!


You can see Mickey Rooney this weekend in two great Movies

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Some Movie Fans are NOT Happy with the Trailer for A Christmas Story 2


It’s being reported online, that fans of the classic beloved movie, A Christmas Story, are upset over A Christmas Story 2, the official movie sequel to their beloved film. I know there are some who don't like this movie, and some people who enjoy this movie every year at Christmas time. And then, there are those fans who are absolutely crazy over it!


Through social media sites these fans are

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Update to Hallmark Movies


The Hallmark Movie "The Seven Year Hitch", starring Natalie Hall, has changed its Movie Title. It was originally titled: Common Law. This Movie will air on the Hallmark MOVIE Channel on October 13, 2012.



The Hallmark Movie "I Married Who", starring Kellie Martin, has changed its premiere date. It will now premiere on October 20, 2012. Also, it was to originally air on the Hallmark MOVIE

Thursday, September 13, 2012

"Home Alone Movie Day" on FMC

September 14, 2012 (Friday) is Home Alone Movie Marathon Day on FMC (Fox Movie Channel)! Sounds like a great day to order a Cheese Pizza all for yourself and settle in and watch all 4 Home Alone Movies! Unfortunately, they start early though - so unless you have the day off of work/school and like pizza for breakfast, this may or may not work. Or, there's always the tivo or dvr!



HOME ALONE

7

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

"Last Ounce of Courage" Christmas Movie

If you have seen promotional trailers for the movie, "Last Ounce of Courage", then you are sure to know that the film stands up strongly for freedom, patriotism, and our Military. However, perhaps you didn't know (from the previews) that it is also about Christmas!


Movie description from "Last Ounce of Courage" press release:
“Last Ounce of Courage,” distributed by Veritas Entertainment and

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

God Bless America ~ September 11th


Our Generation will never forget this day, and all that happened to our Country and fellow Americans on September 11, 2001.

11 years have passed by now - and I pray we will always be on guard in this war against terrorism.

God bless the victims families, the survivors, our police and firemen, and our military who continue to fight for our freedom today!

And, God Bless all that stand for

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Candace Cameron Bure in Hallmark's Puppy Love

The Hallmark Channel is premiering a New Original Movie September 8, 2012 - Saturday night. This new film is titled: Puppy Love.


Puppy Love stars Candace Cameron Bure and Victor Webster.

Movie Trailer:

*Visit the Puppy Love Page for more Movie details!

*See the Family TV Schedule for Times airing!

Have a Wonderful Weekend!

Archive "August 2012" Family TV Schedule


FOR YOUR REFERENCE...

This is an ARCHIVE of the AUGUST 2012 Family TV Schedule.


AUGUST:


August 1, 2012 Wednesday

Heartland - Season 3 Premieres ... GMC ... 9 PM



August 2, 2012 Thursday

TCM Honors Myrna Loy on the Anniversary of her Birthday

Myrna Loy Marathon Tribute ... TCM ... 6 AM - 6 AM
Princess Protection Program ... Disney (east) ... 9 PM
Princess Protection Program ... Disney

Saturday, September 1, 2012

INSP "Where Everyone's Family" + Giveaway!


INSP TV is Your Network for Classic Family Entertainment TV Shows & Movies, such as: The Waltons, Little House on the Prairie, Dr Quinn Medicine Woman, The Big Valley, Wind at my Back, and Much More - including Movie Premieres!

INSP is a great station! Have you discovered it, yet?

They always have great Events and Marathons on the INSP Network, too! In honor of their Labor Day Marathon of The

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Hallmark Channel "The Heart of TV"

Today, I thought I would share with you that the Hallmark Channel is premiering a new Logo Tagline. The new phrase is: "The Heart of TV!"


The launch of this new logo coincides with the premiere of Hallmark's new daytime programming - beginning Oct 1. (the new logo phrase will be tested in social media sites beginning Sept. 17)

The Hallmark Channel certainly has been "The Heart of TV" while

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Hallmark's Summer Movie & a GMC Drama...

The Hallmark MOVIE Channel will be premiering their newest movie, Strawberry Summer, this weekend. This looks to be a "near-the-end-of-summer" sweet family-flick!


The GMC Network, in the meantime, is premiering a more serious looking drama, titled: Somebody’s Child.


Please note: I have not seen either movie – so please check movie previews or ratings before viewing with children.

See the

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Baby's First Christmas - Hallmark Channel Movie

MOVIE REVIEW


Baby's First Christmas

Originally Titled: Christmas Baby

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: December 15, 2012














CAST:

Casper Van Dien ... Kyle
Rachel Wilson ... Jenna
Ella Ballentine ... Karen
Noah Cappe ... Jim
Natalie Lisinska ... Trisha




















PLOT:

When a pair of feuding colleagues are thrown together after their siblings fall in love

"Trading Christmas" on DVD + More Releases!

Trading Christmas was the overall Fan-Favorite "New Christmas Movie" last year on the Hallmark Channel, according to the Poll taken here after Christmas! I think we all fell in love with this romantic comedy - where two people change places for Christmas and unexpectedly find themselves and love in the process! And now, this movie is available on DVD! See it, here.

 Trading Christmas stars:Gil

Monday, August 20, 2012

Disney's "The Odd Life of Timothy Green" traumatizes two Young Boys!

If you have watched any TV in say, the last three weeks, then you must have seen the previews to Disney's latest film, "The Odd Life of Timothy Green". It's the one where the little boy suddenly appears saying, "I'm Timothy... I came from the garden!"


Well... if you don't want any SPOILERS for this film - PLEASE DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER. However, if you are reading on - please know You Were

Friday, August 17, 2012

"Smart Cookies" premieres on the Hallmark Channel - August 18th & 19th

Smart Cookies stars well known actresses: Jessalyn Gilsig, Patricia Richardson, and Bailee Madison. (see trailer below!)


*Premieres August 18th on the Hallmark Channel!

Movie Trailer:


*See the Smart Cookies page for more Movie information.

*See the Family TV Schedule for times airing!

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

"Hallmark Hall of Fame" Christmas Movie News!

ABC and Hallmark are currently working on the next Hallmark Hall of Fame Production. The title for the Movie is... (drum roll please) ... "Christmas with Holly!"
According to Seaandbescene.com, the cast will include: Eloise Mumford, Sean Faris (The Lost Valentine), Alex Paxton-Beesley, and twins - Lucy and Josie Gallina portraying one character, Holly!

 "Christmas with Holly" will air on your

Christmas with Holly - Hallmark Hall of Fame


MOVIE REVIEW


Christmas with Holly


Hallmark Hall of Fame


Network: ABC


Original Air Date: December 9, 2012






CAST:

Eloise Mumford ... Maggie Conway
Sean Faris ... Mark Nagle
Lucy and Josie Gallina ... Holly
Alex Paxton-Beesley ... Shelby
Daniel Eric Gold ... Alex
Dana Watkins ... Scott
Catherine Bérubé ... Kate







PLOT:

from Hallmark Hall of Fame:

Hallmark Hall of Fame’s

Monday, August 13, 2012

"A Christmas Story 2" starring Home Alone Actor

MOVIE REVIEW

A Christmas Story 2

Direct-to-DVD Release Date: October 30, 2012

Rated: PG, for language and some rude humor

*Please Note: this is a sequel to the original Christmas Comedy, A Christmas Story. New actors have been casted to play the parts of the original characters.




CAST:

Daniel Stern ... The Old Man (Ralphie's father)
Braeden Lemasters ... Ralphie
Stacey Travis ...

The Christmas Consultant - Lifetime Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

The Christmas Consultant

Network: Lifetime

Original Air Date: November 10, 2012









CAST:

David Hasselhoff ... Owen
Caroline Rhea ... Maya Fletcher
Barclay Hope ... Jack Fletcher
Jessica McLeod ... Anna Fletcher
Samuel Patrick Chu ... Chad
Carrie Fleming ... Sister Peggy
Aleks Paunovic ... Boris Tartakov
Pauline Egan ... Yolanda
Lanette Ware ... Nadine
Darien

Movie Review - Life with Father

As part of TCM's "Summer under the Stars" event- each day in August they are honoring a different actor or actress by playing their movies all day! Irene Dunne has been selected for August 24th, 2012 and as part of a special Blogathon by the web-sites, "ScribeHard on Film" and "Sittin on a Backyard Fence", to promote these films, I am featuring a Movie Review & Trailer (below) for the Irene Dunne

Friday, August 10, 2012

Hallmark Channel's first Movie Musical

"The Music Teacher" starring Annie Potts and Richard Thomas, premieres August 11, 2012, Saturday, during the Hallmark Channel's Back to School Movie Event. Repeats on Sunday - see times below!



Saturday:

Dad's Home ... 11 AM
Three Weeks, Three Kids ... 1 PM
Front of the Class ... 3 PM
Beyond the Blackboard ... 5 PM
Your Love Never Fails ... 7 PM
The Music Teacher ... 9 PM *NEW
The Music

Thursday, August 9, 2012

See Trailer for "The Woodcarver" - premieres this Sunday!

The Woodcarver
Premieres Sunday, August 12, 2012
on GMC.


The Woodcarver stars actor, John Ratzenberger, who is best known as Cliff Clavin, from the TV Series, Cheers. Ratzenberger is not only a well known actor, but also a great champion for America, American made products, and the working man. On his official web-site, John Ratzenberger states, "I can’t help but yearn for that era when

Classic Christmas Movie - Bachelor Mother


As part of TCM's "Summer under the Stars" event- each day in August they are honoring a different actor or actress by playing their movies all day! Ginger Rogers has been selected for August 12th, 2012 and as part of a special Blogathon by the web-sites, "ScribeHard on Film" and "Sittin on a Backyard Fence", to promote these films, I am featuring a Movie Review & Trailer (below) for the Ginger

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Scents and Sensibility on Lifetime Network

Scents and Sensibility is a fun, romantic comedy loosely based on Jane Austen's novel, Sense and Sensibility.


Scents and Sensibility is re-airing this weekend on Lifetime, Sunday afternoon, August 12, 2012, at 12:30 PM. I know some of you missed the last airing due to my e-mail alert going out too late. I apologize for that inconvenience and I hope many of you, who are interested, will be able

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Natalie Hall stars in Hallmark Movie "The Seven Year Hitch"

MOVIE REVIEW


The Seven Year Hitch

Previously Titled: Common Law

Network: Hallmark Movie Channel
Original Air Date: October 13, 2012

Network: Hallmark Channel
Original Air Date: January 5, 2013








CAST:

Natalie Hall ... Jennifer
Danielle Parker ... young Jennifer
George Wendt ... Mr. Henderson
Frances Fisher ... Mrs. Von Hoffman
Darin Brooks ... Kevin
Ryan Doom ... Bryce









PLOT:

Monday, August 6, 2012

The Woodcarver

MOVIE REVIEW


The Woodcarver

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: August 12, 2012


CAST:

John Ratzenberger ... Ernest Otto
Dakota Daulby ... Matthew Stevenson
Woody Jeffreys ... Jack Silverman
Nicole Oliver ... Rita Stevenson
Anthony Harrison ... Pastor Clark
Stephen E. Miller ... Jerry Sanderson
Tom McBeath ... Principal Stark
Merrilyn Gann ... Christina















PLOT:

from DVD

October Baby - GMC Movie



MOVIE REVIEW

October Baby

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: October 14, 2012

Rated: PG-13

*This Movie first premiered in Theaters. The premiere on GMC is it's first airing on Basic Cable Television.

*Please Note: this movie is rated PG-13 - so it is not suitable for young viewers.






CAST:

Rachel Hendrix ... Hannah
Jason Burkey ... Jason
John Schneider ... Jacob
Jasmine Guy ...

Coffee Shop - GMC Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Coffee Shop

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: November 2012



CAST:

Unknown, at this time



PLOT:

from GMC:

This charming romantic comedy tells the story of coffee shop owner Donovan, who must regain faith in herself and others to save the business and find out what love really is.


Movie Review:

Coming...


See or Skip:

Coming...

--

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Twas the Beginning...


"Twas still months before Christmas
at "It's a Wonderful Movie"
as we count down the days...
until Christmas is on our TV!

The Movies are added to the site with care
in hopes that many will be fun to share!
The Networks are busy creating their snow-filled scenes,
from Hallmark, GMC, and INSP!

While we love each season and cherish each day,
we enjoy any detail that brings Christmas our way!

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Heartland "Season 3"

If you are fan of the Family TV Series, Heartland, then you'll want to catch the premiere of Season 3 on GMC on August 1, 2012.







Enjoy Heartland Season 3 !
It has great reviews -
read them here

Monday, July 30, 2012

"The Christmas Dance" Casting Details


I received an e-mail from one of the creators of the newest Hallmark Channel Christmas movie, "The Christmas Dance" and was informed that they have started production on this new Made-for-TV Movie. Actor Andrew McCarthy has been cast in the lead role.

*Update: (October 9, 2012) This Movie has been re-named Come Dance With Me.


*Image from: PastDeadline.com


Andrew McCarthy is well known to

Upon a Midnight Clear - an enchanting holiday film

MOVIE REVIEW

Upon a Midnight Clear

DVD Release Date: November 6, 2012

Rating: Expected to be "PG"




CAST:

Leah Gaston ... Frost Allicaster
Charles Duran ... Riko
Silver Renee Duncan ... Rebekah Mayfield
Dimitrius Pulido ... Mr. Ergo
Devon Sinclair ... Lauren
Richard Dodwell ... Jordan Welsh
Russell Minton ... Barry Big
Jourdan Gibson ... Judy Mayfield
Beth

Christmas Movie - Seven Deadly Words

MOVIE REVIEW

Seven Deadly Words

DVD Release Date: Spring 2013

*I know this sounds like a thriller or suspense, but it is not. Instead, it is a story of a small town who is trying to adjust to a new pastor in their community. See more plot details below.




*(Images from: Seven Deadly Words Facebook)


CAST:

via official web-site: http://www.sevendeadlywords.com

Roy Lynam ... Evan Bennett

Archive - July 2012 Family TV Schedule


This is an Archive of Family TV Schedule from July, 2012.

See the updated Family TV Schedule to see whats on TV today!

JULY:


July 1, 2012 Sunday

We Love Lucy Marathon ... Hallmark Channel ... 6 AM - 6 AM
Jeremiah ... GMC ... 9 AM
Solomon ... GMC ... 11 AM
Let it Shine ... Disney (east) ... 11 AM
Solomon ... GMC ... 1 PM
Let it Shine ... Disney (west) ... 2 PM
Pride and Prejudice (1996) ...

Friday, July 27, 2012

On TV this Weekend : July 27 - 29


The 2012 Summer Olympics begin with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, July 27, 2012. You can see it on your Local NBC Station. (Please note: I have not researched this - so I do not know who they have planned for their entertainment.) I do know that in years past at each Opening Ceremony - I am always excited to see our American Athletes walk in to the stadiums holding our American flag with pride

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

ARCHIVE - Christmas Movie Schedule 2011



THIS IS AN ARCHIVE OF THE CHRISTMAS TV SCHEDULE FROM 2011!

These Listings are for your reference only!

Please Note: I am archiving this list today - July 25, 2012 in preparation to remove this listing from the Christmas TV Schedule page - and begin replacing it with a New Christmas TV Schedule for 2012! Please... Stay Tuned!



CHRISTMAS TV SCHEDULE 2011:


DECEMBER 2011



December 1, 2011

Ernest Borgnine Tribute

TCM will give tribute to Ernest Borgnine, the Academy Award winning actor, who passed away at the age of 95, on Sunday, July 8, 2012.

Mr. Borgnine was a good friend of TCM and on July 26, 2012, TCM will pay him respect with a 10 film, 24 hour, Movie Tribute.



TCM - July 26, 2012:

6:00 a.m. - The Catered Affair
8:00 a.m. - The Legend of Lylah Clare
10:30 a.m. - Pay or Die
12:30 p.m. - Torpedo

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Poll Results - Christmas in July!


Now ~ the results for which Christmas Movie we watched the most!


DURING THE HALLMARK CHANNEL's "CHRISTMAS IN JULY" MOVIE WEEKEND - WHICH MOVIES DID YOU WATCH?

#1. The Christmas Card - 188 (66%)

#2. The Most Wonderful Time of the Year - 182 (64%)

#3. Mrs. Miracle - 167 (58%)

#4. Call Me Mrs. Miracle - 157 (55%)

#5. A Princess for Christmas - 146 (51%)

#6. Holiday Engagement - 140 (49%)

Disney's A Christmas Carol - Movie Review

MOVIE REVIEW


Disney's A Christmas Carol

DVD Release Date: November 16, 2010


CAST:

Jim Carrey ... Scrooge / Ghost of Christmas Past / Scrooge as a Young Boy / Scrooge as a Teenage Boy / Scrooge as a Young Man / Scrooge as a Middle-Aged Man / Ghost of Christmas Present / Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come



Daryl Sabara ... Undertaker's Apprentice / Tattered Caroler / Beggar Boy / Peter

Friday, July 20, 2012

New Movies on Hallmark Channel, GMC, and INSP - this Weekend!

The New Movies this Weekend are: "Raising Izzie", "How to Fall in Love", and "25 Hill". See details & Video clips below!


"Raising Izzie"
is a family drama from GMC that centers around two girls, who have lost their parents.




Video Clip:




"How to Fall in Love"
is a new Romantic Comedy from the Hallmark Channel.




Video Clip:




"25 Hill"
is a family drama about the annual tradition

Thursday, July 19, 2012

"Snow in July"

Today - You are invited to join me for a Blog Party! This Special Posting is a collection of Snow-themed images and screen caps from various Christmas Movies. The theme "Snow in July" was created by Marcia, of the blog: The Shop around the Corner. Enjoy - especially for those of you who are enduring this oppressive summer heat! Hopefully, these images of snow will make you feel a bit cooler and

Scents and Sensibility




MOVIE REVIEW

Scents and Sensibility

Network: Lifetime, LMN

Rated: PG

Original Air Date: June 22, 2012


*Based on Jane Austen's Novel: Sense and Sensibility
*This Movie is Available on DVD




CAST:

Ashley Williams ... Elinor Dashwood
Marla Sokoloff ... Marianne Dashwood
Nick Zano ... Brandon
Danielle Chuchran ... Margarett Dashwood
Brad Johnson ... Edward Farris

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Christmas Movie Trivia with Answers!

Hallmark Channel "Christmas Movie Trivia"

QUESTIONS and ANSWERS:

1. In the "Mrs. Miracle" Movies, what is Mrs. Miracle's real name?

Mrs. Merkle

2. In "A Princess for Christmas", what antique piece does Jules break at Castlebury Hall?

Sconce

3. In "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year", what item of clothing does Morgan say woman don't wear enough of?

Hats

4. In "Annie Claus is Coming to

Monday, July 16, 2012

Thoughts on Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie Weekend


I was so glad to hear from so many of you who enjoyed the Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie Weekend as much I, and my family, did. As we were in and out over the weekend, we tried our best to absorb as much of the Christmas Movies as possible - and since some were repeated on both days - I think we just about caught a little bit of each movie - plus, we actually sat down and watched several, too!

Friday, July 13, 2012

Hallmark Channel "Christmas Movie" Trivia

Here are some trivia questions for the Movies that are airing on the Hallmark Channel this weekend! (see Schedule here) Maybe you'll know some answers now - or maybe you'll have to look for some answers - as you watch this weekend!



Just click on "Comments" or "Post a Comment" below to answer! I won't post any of the answers until - Tuesday (July 17). So, we'll see then - who is best at

Thursday, July 12, 2012

New! "Christmas Movies" on DVD - 2012


Trading Christmas



Adventures of Bailey: Christmas Hero



Annie Claus Is Coming To Town



Christmas Miracle



12 Dogs of Christmas: Great Puppy Rescue




A Princess for Christmas



Lucky Christmas



Lifetime Double Feature: Under the Mistletoe & Holiday Wishes



The Case For Christmas





Holiday Engagement



The Christmas Pageant



Christmas Comes Home To Canaan




Love's

Hallmark Stores - Keepsake Ornament Premiere Event Event

Coinciding with the Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie Weekend - is an event at your local Hallmark Gold Crown Store - happening July 14th & 15th.


The Hallmark stores will be premiering and offering a limited quantity of these ornaments - so if you are interested in getting some new specials piece for decorating your Christmas tree - then you'll want to be first in line to check them out! Plus,

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

The Dog Who Saved The Holidays



MOVIE REVIEW

The Dog Who Saved The Holidays

Previously Titled: The Dog who saved Christmas Eve

Network: the CW and FOX - check your local stations

Original Air Date: December 23, 2012


*This is the 4th Movie in this series.
Follows: The Dog who saved Christmas, The Dog who saved Christmas Vacation, and The Dog who saved Halloween.












*Image via Imdb




*Image via Imdb





8 More New Christmas Movies - from GMC, ION, & Lifetime!

The list just keeps on growing... isn't it exciting?

We now have 8 more, yes 8!, ALL NEW Christmas Movies to add to the list, from ION, GMC, and Lifetime...

ION will be giving us 5 Original New Christmas Movies this year. One will be a sequel to their "Golden Christmas" series. Lifetime, is giving us 2 more movies - one being a Sequel to the movie, "On Strike for Christmas", and thus far, GMC,

Christmas Grace - a Christian Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Christmas Grace

Release Date: expected to be out - Christmas 2013

*Don't know, yet, if this will be released in Theaters, a TV Movie, or a Direct-to-DVD release.




CAST:

Ryan-Iver Klann ... Gary
Tim Kaiser ... Jim Tollman
Rebekah Cook ... Tollman’s secretary, Michelle
Christy Storey
Rich Swingle
Ann Filippis - Susan


PLOT:

from Bright Horizon Pictures:

Christmas Grace

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

12 Dogs of Christmas :Great Puppy Rescue - Movie Review


MOVIE REVIEW

12 Dogs of Christmas: Great Puppy Rescue

Also Known As: 12 Dogs of Christmas 2

Network: ?

Original Air Date: ?

DVD Release Date: October 9, 2012


*This is a sequel to the first movie, 12 Dogs of Christmas, which is a very cute Christmas movie. This movie is also available on DVD.








(Image: from Vision Films)










CAST:

Sean Patrick Flanery ... Finneas James
D.B.

QVC "Christmas in July"


Catch the Christmas Spirit...

QVC's "Christmas in July" is a Two Day Shopping Event!


Enjoy 48 Hours of Christmas Products on the Weekend of July 21 & 22, 2012.

Here's a Programming Guide for the Event.


Saturday, July 21, 2012
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12:00 AM
The Joy of Christmas

1:00 AM
Heartfelt Holidays with Valerie

2:00 AM
Gifts for Grandkids

3:00 AM
Deck the Halls

5:00 AM
Santa's

Chilly Christmas

MOVIE REVIEW

Chilly Christmas

Network: Unknown, at this time

Original Air Date: ? 2012


Release Date: According to various sources, this movie is targeted for a Christmas 2012 release on video and television.





CAST:

Casey Graf ... Jasper Harris
C. Thomas Howell ... Patrick Cole
Tom Arnold ... Quarterman
Brooke Langton ... Lt. Mel Stone
Jonathan Kowalsky ... Hale
Andy Pandini ..

Monday, July 9, 2012

New! "Hallmark Channel" CHRISTMAS Movies!

CHRISTMAS WEEK - DAY ONE!

There are FOUR MORE New Hallmark Channel Christmas Movies to add to our list!

The Christmas Song
Photos by: John Rennison, The Spec


HERE ARE THE FOUR NEW MOVIES:


The Christmas Song- Stars: Natasha Henstridge and Gabe Hogan.


The Christmas Baby- Stars: Casper Van Dien, Rachel Wilson, Patrick Gallagher.


The Christmas Dance- Stars: Andrew McCarthy


Fir Crazy-

Friday, July 6, 2012

Christmas Week is Coming!

Leading up to the "Christmas in July" Movie Weekend on the Hallmark Channel, which is next weekend July 14th & 15th, I will be posting Christmas News all throughout the week (next week!) - so stay tuned!

And, I have created a Promo Button for the event. Please feel free to add it to your blog, social meda site, or wherever you post stuff!!!

Here's the button:
Copy the code in the box below to

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Second Chances starring Alison Sweeney and Greg Vaughn - Hallmark Channel Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Second Chances

Previously Titled: Two In

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: July 27, 2013





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CAST:

Alison Sweeney ... Jenny McLean
Greg Vaughn ... Jeff
Ed Asner ... Buddy
Charlotte Labadie ... Elsie
Benjamin Stockham ... Luke





PLOT:

In "Two In," Jenny McLean (Sweeney) is a single mom working at a 911-call center

Letters to God - GMC Movie Premiere

MOVIE REVIEW



Letters to God

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: July 8, 2012

This Movie is Available on DVD.

*Please Note: This movie premiered in Theaters in 2010. This is it's first premiere on TV - Basic Cable.







CAST:

Robyn Lively ... Maddy Doherty
Jeffrey S.S. Johnson ... Brady McDaniels
Tanner Maguire ... Tyler Doherty
Michael Christopher Bolten ... Ben Doherty
Maree

"Teachers" - UP Network Movie




MOVIE REVIEW

Teachers

Network: UP Network
(previously known as: GMC)

Original Air Date: August, 2013


CAST:

Unknown, at this time



PLOT:

A diverse community unites to save a once-popular suburban school in danger of closing.

Manny Cortez is uprooting his family so that they can go to Westbrook High where his beloved late father was the football coach. No sooner does the Cortez family

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

July 4th ~ Happy Birthday America!

*UPDATE below!

The Fourth of July is a wonderful time to honor America and celebrate the Declaration of the Independence, established on July 4th, 1776!


---------------
UPDATE: the American themed video below has been fixed - it should play now. Please let me know if you can view it - or if you get a black screen.
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As you all enjoy this National Holiday, I hope we all look back

Monday, July 2, 2012

TCM honors Ann Rutherford, forever remembered as Andy Hardy's Girl & Scarlett O'Hara's Sister!



If you are a fan of those wonderful Andy Hardy films (like me!) - then you'll instantly remember Ann Rutherford as Polly Benedict, Andy's sweet girl-next-door, who lit up the screen with her sensational spark and remarkable charisma!





Veteran film actress, Ann Rutherford, however, may be best known and remembered for playing Scarlett O'Hara's younger sister Carreen in Gone With the Wind.

Archive June 2012 Family TV Schedule



Below is an archive of the Family TV schedule from June, 2012. This is simply for your reference.

Please see the current Family TV Schedule for an updated look at what is playing now.


JUNE:


June 1, 2012 Friday


16 Wishes ... Disney (east) ... 8:30 PM
A Cinderella Story ... ABC Family ... 9 PM
Babe ... GMC ... 9 PM
Babe : Pig in the City ... GMC ... 11 PM
16 Wishes ... Disney (west) ... 11

Friday, June 29, 2012

What are you Watching this Weekend?


As one month ends and another begins this weekend... there are some things you might want to watch - if you plan to stay in and beat the heat, or perhaps it's a rainy day- wherever you are...


June 30, 2012 Saturday

Get ready to laugh... there's an I Love Lucy Marathon on the Hallmark Channel.

And TCM is airing a classic movie from 1940, titled - Christmas In July. The movie stars Dick Powell

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Kirk Cameron's Monumental - in Search of America's National Treasure

This documentary presented by Kirk Cameron (actor from TV's Growing Pains, Left Behind Movie Series, Fireproof, and Way of the Master, etc...) takes you on a journey of America's history and a look at what may be ahead for our Country, if we follow our current path.

Watch the TV Premiere of Monumental
on INSP - July 1, 2012 at 9 PM
(Repeats at 11 PM)




Synopsis from Monumental Web-site:

Monday, June 25, 2012

GMC Movie - Raising Izzie

MOVIE REVIEW

Raising Izzie

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: July 21, 2012





CAST:

Han Soto ... Doctor
Rockmond Dunbar ... Greg
Vanessa Williams ... Tonya
Catherine Dyer ... Sarah Nash
Victoria Staley ... Gertie
Ric Reitz ... Dr. Graham
Kayla Kenedy ... Izzie
Detra Bickerstaff ... Nurse
Deetta West ... Social Worker






PLOT:

from GMC:

Gertie and Izzie are two young

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Michael Landon INSP T.V. Tribute

The INSP
Michael Landon Tribute
Saturday June 23, 2012






Program Lineup
*See Promo Video Below!



6pm Little House on the Prairie
Episode: 100 Mile Walk-
When a hailstorm leaves the Ingalls family's crops in ruin, Charles and some neighbors work in a dangerous railroad blasting job. Meanwhile, Caroline rounds up the farmers' wives to salvage what's left of the crops while trying to

Monday, June 18, 2012

"Christmas in July" Movies on the Hallmark Channel

It may still be months until Christmas; however, for all of you who have been asking, the answer is "YES", there will be a Movie Marathon of Christmas Movies on the Hallmark Channel in July!



Here's the List! You may need to check it twice - so be sure to add this page to your favorites! The movies have also been added to the Family TV Schedule.

For additional movie information - you can click

Hallmark Channel News & Updates - June 2012



Just wanted to let you all know... the Hallmark Channel has just changed some of the scheduling dates for their upcoming movies - so I have just recently updated the site and family tv schedule to reflect these changes!

Click on Movie Titles below for more details!


Time Changes-

(This is an update for the date and time!)

How to Fall in Love: will Premiere on July 21, 2012 at 9 PM

The

Friday, June 15, 2012

See Dean Cain & Kristy Swanson in "Operation Cupcake" on Hallmark Channel Fathers Day Weekend!

Report for Duty! The Hallmark Channel premieres their newest film "Operation Cupcake", on Saturday, June 16th, at 8 PM.
(*see promo video below...)



Promo Video:


This film will honor Fathers and our Military. Airs Saturday, June 16th, at 8 PM and 10 PM, and airs again twice on Sunday, Fathers Day, at 2 PM and 8 PM.

Have a Wonderful Fathers Day Weekend!

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Fathers Day TV Specials



I know many Fathers will be extra busy on Fathers Day - attending church services, spending time with family, minding the grill, and perhaps, getting in a round or two of golf.

That's why it's great that the INSP Father Day Tribute airs the night before Fathers Day, June 16, from 6 PM - 2 AM. INSP is Channel 364 on DirecTV, Channel 259 on DISH Network, Channel 131 on Sky Angel, and it is

Let it Shine - Free Movie Printables!

Today, I received a lovely e-mail from Jaclyn at Celebrations.com. In honor of the film, Let it Shine, they created some really fun and colorful invitations for kids to hand out to their friends if they want to host a movie night at their house to watch together. They also created a few printable toppers for cupcakes, skewers or popcorn bags!



Let it Shine Printables Link:
http://

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Disney Channel Premieres "Let it Shine" Friday Night


There's a new Disney film airing this weekend... and it is a Musical. Let it Shine will Premiere Friday Night, June 15, 2012, on the Disney Channel.



"Let it Shine" is set in the world of hip-hop, rap, and gospel music and expresses the importance of staying true to oneself. Geared towards kids, tweens and families, the story follows a shy, talented musician who pens romantic hip-hop verses

Monday, June 11, 2012

INSP "Fathers Day" Special on Saturday!


The INSP
TOP TV DADS
SPECIAL
*Updated with Promo Video Below!




Saturday June 16, 2012 INSP Program Lineup
(the Saturday before Father's Day!)



6- 7pm Little House on the Prairie
Episode: A Harvest of Friends-
The Ingalls family settles on the banks of Plum Creek in Walnut Grove. Once their house is built, Charles faces the difficulties of working multiple jobs in order to pay for his

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Judy Garland Movie Tribute on TCM... Follow the Yellow Brick Road!

Once again, TCM honors one of the most beloved Actresses of all-time, Judy Garland. This time it is on the anniversary of her 90th Birthday! A 24-Hour Movie Tribute / Marathon will be held on TCM from 6 AM - 6 AM! So... "Meet Me at TCM for a "Judy Garland" Movie Tribute" (see Movie List below!)






June 10, 2012 Sunday


Everybody Sing (1938)

Love Finds Andy Hardy (1938)

Strike Up the Band

Monday, June 4, 2012

"Father Knows Best" Fathers Day Marathon on Antenna TV

It's being officially titled: "Father's Day Fest" with Father Knows Best! This Father Knows Best Marathon will last for 17 hours from 7 AM - 12 AM with 34 episodes - no repeats!


What is Antenna TV? You can check out their web-site, here. It's a station that airs digitally - so if you have a Digital TV or one of those digital boxes... than hopefully, you can get Antenna TV in your area. It's

Saddle up your Horses - "Hannahs Law" Premieres this Weekend!


The Hallmark MOVIE Channel is premiering their newest film, a Western titled Hannah's Law- this Saturday - June 9th, 2012.



See the Hannah's Law Page for more details or watch this Promo Video:



*See the Family TV Schedule for times airing.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Casting News for Cedar Cove Movie and TV Series


BREAKING NEWS for Cedar Cove Series

Andie MacDowell starring in Hallmark's 1st series

Associated Press – NEW YORK (AP) —

Andie MacDowell will be a pioneer for the Hallmark Channel, starring in the network's first prime-time series.


Hallmark said Wednesday that MacDowell will portray municipal court Judge Olivia Lockhart in "Cedar Grove." It will start with a two-hour movie airing later

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove Books Turned into TV Series

As an avid reader, I have read some Debbie Macomber "Christmas Fiction" books, but none from the Cedar Cove Series. After reading many encouraging and positive reviews at Amazon, I'm thinking of checking them out. Have any of you, read them? I would love to hear (read) your thoughts! (please comment below!)

I thought I would list the books in order, with brief descriptions, by Debbie Macomber -

Monday, May 28, 2012

Archive - May 2012 Family TV Schedule



This is an Archive of the Family TV Schedule from May 2012. This posting is simply for your reference - if you perhaps, want to look back over the month.



MAY:



May 1, 2012 Tuesday

Radio Rebel ... Disney (east) ... 2 PM
Radio Rebel ... Disney (west) ... 5 PM
Dennis the Menace (movie) ... ABC Family ... 7 PM
Road To Avonlea ... BYU ... 9 PM
Road To Avonlea ... BYU ... 12 AM
Road To Avonlea

Thursday, May 24, 2012

National Memorial Day Concert

In Honor and Rememberance...

*Image from PBS


Sunday, May 27th, from 8:00 to 9:30 pm ET (check your local PBS listings - there will also be repeat airings).


Details via PBS:

"On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded line-up will grace the stage for one of PBS’ highest-rated programs. The multi award-winning television event has truly become an American tradition, honoring the military

The Last Song

MOVIE REVIEW


The Last Song

Network: ABC Family

Original Air Date: June 3, 2012
(Basic Cable Premiere)

Rated: PG


CAST:

Miley Cyrus ... Ronnie Miller
Greg Kinnear ... Steve Miller
Bobby Coleman ... Jonah Miller
Liam Hemsworth ... Will Blakelee
Hallock Beals ... Scott
Kelly Preston ... Kim
Nick Lashaway ... Marcus
Carly Chaikin ... Galadriel
Kate Vernon ...

Jerusalem Countdown - Religious film Rated PG-13

MOVIE REVIEW


Jerusalem Countdown

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: June 2012



CAST:

David A.R. White ... Shane
Anna Zielinski ... Eve
Randy Travis ... Jack Thompson
Lee Majors ... Rockwell
Jaci Velasquez ... Angie
Matthew Tailford ... Nick Tanner
Nick Jameson ... Matthew Dean
Marco Khan ... Javad
Kristen Barrett ... English Reporter
William Devital ...

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Beware "Hatfields & McCoys"

The story of the feud between the Hatfields & McCoys is part truth and part legend...


The History Channel is re-creating their drama in a 3-part Mini-series , starting on Memorial Day. Movie stars Kevin Costner, Bill Paxton, Tom Berenger, Mare Winningham, Jena Malone, etc....

WARNING: Please know, I am not including this Movie on the Family Schedule. I am writing this post to warn you that

Friday, May 18, 2012

Hallmark's "Kiss at Pine Lake" & GMC's "Smitty" Premiere this Weekend!



On SATURDAY Night, MAY 19, 2012:

Kiss at Pine Lake, a Camp "Romantic Comedy" Movie, premieres on the Hallmark Channel at 8 PM and repeats at 10 PM. Movie stars Barry Watson, well known as Matt Camden on 7th Heaven.



*See Promo Video:





On SUNDAY Night, MAY 20, 2012:

Smitty, a Family "Dog" Movie, premieres on GMC at 7 PM and repeats at 9 PM and 11 PM! This movie stars Academy Award

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

"Notes from the Heart Healer" Re-airs this Weekend!

I have received many messages from those of you who enjoyed the newest Hallmark Channel Movie, Notes from the Heart Healer and messages from some of you who missed the premiere.



Well, if you missed the initial airing of Notes from the Heart Healer or if you would like to see it again, than mark your calendars - the movie will re-air one more time during this upcoming weekend - on Saturday May

Thursday, May 10, 2012

"Notes from the Heart Healer" Premieres Mother's Day Weekend!


The All New NOTE MOVIE Titled: Notes from the Heart Healer Premieres May 12th, 2012 - Saturday Night on the Hallmark Channel. This is the third movie in this series.



See the Notes From The Heart Healer Movie Promo here:


Notes From The Heart Healer - On Location:


This looks to be another wonderful Movie for the Note series. Each one has starred Genie Francis as Peyton McGruder and Ted

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Mother's Day Gift Ideas - Movies and More!

If you, perhaps, have an Amazon Prime membership, then it's not too late to order something special for your Mother for Mother's Day!

Here are some ideas...

Movies:

The Waltons Movie Collection (includes: Mother's Day on Walton's Mountain)


The Walton Legacy


The Lost and Found Family


Soldier Love Story


Cinnamon




Books:

The Maid from Fairborne Hall


Fresh Start Summer


A Jane

Monday, May 7, 2012

GMC Family Movie - Smitty

MOVIE REVIEW


Smitty

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: May 20, 2012



CAST:

Brandon Tyler Russell ... Ben
Freddy James ... Smitty
Mira Sorvino ... Amanda
Peter Fonda ... Jack
Louis Gossett, Jr. ... Mr. Smith
Jason London ... Russell
Lolita Davidovich ... Judge Greenstein
Booboo Stewart ... Peebo
Gabrielle Bui ... Tia
Tory Weisz ... Carl
Makeba Pace ... Yvonne

Leap Year - ABC Family Cable Premiere

MOVIE REVIEW


Leap Year

Network: ABC Family

Original Air Date: May 12, 2012



CAST:

Amy Adams ... Anna Brady
Matthew Goode ... Declan
Adam Scott ... Jeremy
John Lithgow ... Jack Brady
Noel O'Donovan ... Seamus
Tony Rohr ... Frank
Pat Laffan ... Donal
Alan Devlin ... Joe
Ian McElhinney ... Priest
Dominique McElligott ... Bride
Mark O'Regan ... Captain

Friday, May 4, 2012

Jane Seymour stars in "Lake Effects" - first weekend in May!

If you have the Hallmark Movie Channel - then you are being treated this weekend to another Original Made-for-TV Movie!

Last week, they premiered Duke, the story of a disabled veteran (portrayed by Steven Weber) and his dog. And, this weekend, on May 6th, they are premiering Lake Effects, starring Jane Seymour (best known as Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman).




Please Note: After seeing a Promo video

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Movies & More ~ First Weekend in May!



On Friday, May 4, 2012...

Duke will re-air twice on the Hallmark Movie Channel at 8 PM and 10 PM. See more times on the Family TV Schedule.





On Saturday, May 5, 2012...

It's "Kentucky Derby" Day! Pick your Favorite Horses and watch them race at 4 PM on NBC. Oh, there's nothing like that moment of hearing them sing, "My Old Kentucky Home!"

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Be sure to catch one of my favorite

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Archive - April 2012 Family TV Schedule


This is the Archive of April programming for your reference...


APRIL:

*TCM Star of the Month - Doris Day!

Happy Birthday Doris Day ~ April 3rd!


April 1, 2012 Sunday

Sitcom Comedy Marathons ... Hallmark Channel ... All Day!

The Waltons - An Easter Story Part 1 ... INSP ... 1 PM
The Waltons - An Easter Story Part 2 ... INSP ... 2 PM
Toy Story ... ABC Family ... 6 PM
Jesus (the movie) ...

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

The Family Farm vs. The Government


I'm going to go a little off subject today - because this issue personally effects my family and many of yours, too.

There was a recent law, proposed by our Government, our Labor Department, to put an end to children working alongside their parents on the family farm. This new law would have contained various restrictions; such as: barring children 18 years and younger - from grain elevators,

Friday, April 27, 2012

Movies to Catch - Last April Weekend...

Oh, how I love the month of April. It's bittersweet always to see it go... but that's what makes every season special - the time it takes for it to come back again!

So, if you perhaps, you have some April Showers this weekend, or if you are just hanging out with the family, relaxing, there are some great movies already on TV - that you just might want to watch together...

Lets start off with,

Monday, April 23, 2012

"Hallmark Movies" 2012 Summer Preview

The LIST of 2012 SUMMER MOVIES on HALLMARK CHANNEL and HALLMARK MOVIE CHANNEL


RE-UPDATED! - Please Note: All of the Hallmark Channel Movies, listed below, have moved their premiere dates back to Saturday Nights! (Yeah! That's where I like them best!) Also, Hallmark Channel's "Puppy Love" and "Cedar Cove", and the Hallmark Movie Channel's "I Married Who"? (Previously Titled "Always a Bride")

Question - For those who watched Firelight







I didn't get a chance to watch or record the Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, Firelight, on Sunday night (April 22, 2012). Hopefully it was inspirational for those of you who had the opportunity to watch.



My Main Question: I would love to know from those of you who saw the original airing on ABC... Did they show at the end, during the credits, a preview for the next Hallmark Hall of Fame

Smart Cookies - Hallmark Channel Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

Smart Cookies

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: August 18, 2012




CAST:

Jessalyn Gilsig ... Julie Sterling
Patricia Richardson ... Lola
Bailee Madison ... Daisy
Ty Olsson ... (Daisy's Dad)
Samantha Ferris ... Hazel
Brittney Irvin ... Paige
Patti Allan ... Realtor #2
Claudette Mink ... Erica
Michelle Creber ... Mattie
Claire Corlett ... Frank
Jill Morrison ...

Friday, April 20, 2012

Hallmark Hall of Fame & GMC Premiere Movies this Weekend

ABC will air the newest "Hallmark Hall of Fame" Movie on Sunday night, titled, Firelight.




GMC will premiere their newest film on Sunday night, titled, Heaven's Rain.


*Both of these Movies - from Hallmark Hall of Fame & GMC ... may have subject content that may not be suitable for young viewers.

See the Family TV Schedule for times airing.


Have a Wonderful Weekend, Everyone...

Fans of The Waltons... Catch the Waltons Cast Favorites Marathon Tonight on INSP!

Tonight the television network, INSP, will be airing the favorite Walton Episodes as chosen by various Walton Cast Members... from 7 PM - 1 AM.



Here are the Episodes and who chose them:
(See INSP's web-site for more details!)
7p – The AnniversaryFavorite Episode of Olivia (Michael Learned)
John and Olivia spend their 25th anniversary in a gazebo under the stars.8p – The GiftFavorite Episode of

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Heartland Season 2 Finale Tonight

For those of you who are fans of the Family TV Series, Heartland, which airs Thursday nights on the network, GMC.... then you won't want to miss the 2-Hour Finale for Season 2.



Image from http://www.theheartlandranch.com/



Image from http://www.watchgmctv.com/Heartland-show

Catch Heartland on GMC - April 19th, 2012 at 9 PM and 10 PM est.

This is a Canadian TV Drama based on the Bartlett

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Holocaust Rememberance Day

I just wanted to express my rememberance of this tragic event in our history - in honor of those who lived, yet suffered, and those who sadly died, at the hand of such evil.

When I think of the Holocaust, I think of such horrible, terrible loss, and wickedness... and I recall particular scenes from the movie Schindler's List, which I saw at the Theater years ago. It had a tremendous impact on me

Catch The Waltons “Cast Favorites” Special Marathon

Airs April 20th, 2012 on INSP from 6 PM - 1 AM

Video Promo:


Friday, April 13, 2012

This Weekend - Hallmark & INSP Premiere TV Movies

First up... the Hallmark Channel will have Brooke Burns starring in an all new Made-for-TV Original Movie - Undercover Bridesmaid at 8 PM est. This is the Hallmark Channels first Movie to Premiere on a Sunday Night and it will only air just once - over this entire weekend!



"An agent,
who was once jilted at the alter
goes undercover to protect a a bride-to-be..."
Click here to see the

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Cedar Cove Movie and TV Series - Hallmark Channel

MOVIE REVIEW

Cedar Cove

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: July 20, 2013 at 8 PM est

*Following the premiere movie on July 20th, the Hallmark Channel's first-ever primetime scripted series – also called “Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove” – will launch on Saturday nights beginning July 27th!

*The Cedar Cove Movie and TV Series are based on the Cedar Cove Book Series by author, Debbie

Strawberry Summer - Hallmark MOVIE Channel



MOVIE REVIEW


* Strawberry Summer *


Network: Hallmark MOVIE Channel

Original Air Date: August 25, 2012


Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: June 8, 2013

DVD Available









CAST:

Trevor Donovan ... Jason Keith
Shelley Long ... Eileen Landon
Meagen Fay ... Mimi
Cindy Williams ... Ruth Yates
Barry Van Dyke ... Jim Landon
Julie Mond ... Beth Landon
Becky O'Donohue ...

Heaven's Rain - GMC Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Heaven's Rain

Network: GMC

Original Air Date: April 22, 2012

*NOTE: THIS MOVIE IS NOT FOR CHILDREN OR FAMILY VIEWING. THIS MOVIE IS BASED ON A REAL STORY. CONTAINS VIOLENCE THAT WOULD BE TOO MUCH FOR YOUNG VIEWERS.

*THIS MOVIE IS - The Bold, True Story about Former Oklahoma Senator and Victim Rights Advocate Brooks Douglass and His Family. (See plot below)





CAST:

Mike Vogel

Monday, April 9, 2012

INSP Press Release: Corbin Bernsen Movies


Information below directly from - INSP OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

-----------Press Release-----------INSP Announces Exclusive Agreements with Corbin Bernsen
Deal includes exclusive network premieres of “RUST” and “25 HILL”

Indian Land, SC –INSP today announced the signing of an exclusive multi-film agreement with Corbin Bernsen and Home Theater Films (HTF). This agreement gives the Network rights

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Happy Easter ~ April 8, 2012 ...

"Easter is a very special day...
as we rejoice in the Resurrection of our Savior...


Our Family also enjoys the fun of the Easter Bunny and hiding / hunting eggs!
I know I have loved Easter Sunday since I was a little girl...


  What Easter truly means to us...

It means honoring Jesus, and his greatest gift and sacrifice for us - His life.   God Loves You... His Son died for You!


 
I

Monday, April 2, 2012

Happy Birthday Doris Day! TCM's April Star of the Month!

TCM will honor my favorite actress, Doris Day, on their network April 2nd - April 6th, 2012! Her birthday just so happens to occur in the middle of this...

Happy Birthday Doris Day!April 3rd ...



What a lovely day ~ 'April 3rd is' to have a Birthday Celebration - the beginning of Spring - and I ought to know because it just so happens to be my birthday, too!


How lovely for me to share my

Saturday, March 31, 2012

Archive of March 2012 Family TV Schedule

For your reference... an Archive of March 2012 Movies:

March 2, 2012 Friday


Flicka ... FMC ... 7:30 PM
The Waltons Reunion Special (see INSP page for details!) ... INSP ... 8 PM
The Bishop's Wife ... TCM ... 10 PM
Flicka ... FMC ... 12 AM


March 4, 2012 Sunday

A Taste of Romance ... Hallmark Channel ... 6 PM
Sraight from the Heart ... Hallmark Channel ... 8 PM


March 8, 2012 Thursday

Radio

Friday, March 30, 2012

Gather around the Table for A Walton Easter

The Hallmark Channel is premiering A Walton Easter for the first time on their Network. The show will air twice on Saturday evening, March 31st, 2012. They will also air A Decade of The Waltons - a special flashback of videos from The Waltons TV series.

Video Promo - A Walton Easter:





A Walton Easter is available on DVD as part of The Waltons 6 Reunion Movies, which includes:
A Wedding on

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

The Poll Results are in - "It's a Wonderful Movie" Awards #2

This is the second year for the the "It's a Wonderful Movie" - Family Movie Awards! Thank you to everyone who participated by voting in the polls for your favorites!

All Nominees and Winners (listed below!) will be from Movies that aired or premiered on TV only in 2011. (We will honor the 2012 movies of this year - next year.) The winners below are highlighted in yellow!





Favorite Family "

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Two TV Series Coming to the Hallmark Channel, Christmas Movie News, & Much More!

Hallmark Channel News....
There is a lot of interesting News coming out lately regarding the Hallmark Channel.... so I had to create a post and share all the latest! 

CHRISTMAS MOVIES:
Let's start with my favorite.... Christmas Movies!
It may now be - just the first day of Spring... however, there are already many Christmas Movie Projects in the works at the Hallmark Channel.
And, we have some

Hitched for the Holidays - Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW


Hitched for the Holidays

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: November 25, 2012








CAST:

Joseph Lawrence ... Rob
Marilu Henner ... Maxine
Emily Hampshire ... Julie
Chris Gauthier ... Stevie
Serge Houde ... Butch
Rob LaBelle ... Sam
Michael Kopsa ... Bradshaw
Colin Lawrence ... Patrick
Linda Darlow ... Evie
Paula Shaw ... Theresa
David Milchard ... Pete

Jingle and Bell's Christmas Star - Hallmark Channel Christmas Cartoon

MOVIE REVIEW


Jingle and Bell's Christmas Star

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: November 23, 2012

*This follows the original Jingle the Husky Pup Christmas Cartoon - Jingle all the Way. Click here for details.









PLOT:

“Jingle & Bell” is the second story and animated special to star one of Hallmark’s most lovable characters, Jingle the Husky Pup™.

In “Jingle & Bell,”

Matchmaker Santa - Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Matchmaker Santa

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: November 17, 2012

*See My Movie Review of Matchmaker Santa below!









CAST:

Lacey Chabert ... Melanie Hogan
Adam Mayfield ... Dean Ford
Donovan Scott ... Chris (Santa)
John Ratzenberger ... George Graves
Florence Henderson ... Peggy Montgomery / Pegasus
Lin Shaye ... Debbie
Thad Luckinbill ... Justin Green /

The Wishing Tree - Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie



MOVIE REVIEW

The Wishing Tree

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: November 10, 2012








CAST:

Jason Gedrick ... Professor Evan Farnsworth
Emmalyn Estrada ... Juliet
Amitai Marmorstein ... Albert
Richard Harmon ... Drew
Teryl Rothery ... Chairperson Madelyn
Erica Cerra ... Theater Teacher






PLOT:

Dennis Farnsworth, a talented, young professor who hasn't been able to put

Santa Switch - Hallmark Channel Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW


Santa Switch

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: Christmas Season, ?



CAST:



PLOT:

A man whose Christmas' as a child were always filled with disappointment grows up thinking he could do a much better job than Santa - so Santa lets him take over! He uses his newly found powers to try to win back his family. In the vein of Bruce Almighty, but with a Christmas twist.

The Memory Book - Hallmark Channel Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

The Memory Book

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: ?


CAST:

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PLOT:

A female photographer who no longer believes in the possibility of True Love discovers a swap-meet scrapbook documenting the seemingly-perfect courtship of a couple forty years earlier. Hoping to find the pair and return it, she enlists the help of a one-time boyfriend to track them down through

Runaway Princess - Hallmark Channel Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

Runaway Princess

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: ?



CAST:




PLOT:

A Royal Princess runs away from her obligations and duties for a few days and ends up falling in love.



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Nearlyweds Hallmark Channel Movie starring Danielle Panabaker


MOVIE REVIEW

Nearlyweds

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: January 12, 2013








CAST:

Danielle Panabaker ... Erin
Travis Milne ... Nick
Ryan Kennedy ... David
Naomi Judd ... Renee


PLOT:

Three close friends who married years ago are beginning to wonder what life as single might be like when they discover the priest who married each of the couples has died without filing the

My George - Hallmark Channel Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

My George

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: ?



CAST:

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PLOT:

Annie Butler finds huge success in her best-selling novel, but when her editor finds out that the very man she gushes about in the non-fiction story, does not actually exist, she flips out and gives Annie a week to find him before she hires an actor to play the part.



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Tom, Dick, and Harriet - Hallmark Channel Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Tom, Dick, and Harriet

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: March 16, 2013






CAST:

Steven Weber ... Tom Burns
Andrew Francis ... Dick Sweeney
Michelle Harrison ... Harriet Fellows
Michael Eklund ... Reese Danzinger
MacKenzie Porter ... Kelly







PLOT:

Creative director Tom Burns may be at the top of his game, but he's still considered a dinosaur for being over

Notes from Dad - a Hallmark Channel Original Movie for Fathers Day


MOVIE REVIEW

Notes from Dad

Originally Titled: Playing Father

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: June 15, 2013

*This will be the Fathers Day Movie!






CAST:

Eddie Cibrian ... Clay Allen
Josie Davis ... April Sutton
Alan Thicke ... Pops
Michael Beach ... Manny
Chris Sheffield ... T.J. Harris
Travis Caldwell ... Clay's son






PLOT:

Plot Details from Hallmark:

Clay Allen (

It’s A SpongeBob Christmas! on Nickelodeon

MOVIE REVIEW

It’s A SpongeBob Christmas!

Network: Nickelodeon

Original Air Date: December, 2012

*Said to be inspired by the classic Rankin/Bass Christmas Cartoons!



CAST:

Tom Kenny ... SpongeBob
John Goodman ... Santa Claus


PLOT:

It’s A SpongeBob Christmas! - Nickelodeon’s first full-length stop-motion animated special is inspired by the classic Rankin/Bass (Rudolf the Red-Nosed

Nickelodeon Christmas Movie - A Fairly Odd Christmas

MOVIE REVIEW

A Fairly Odd Christmas

Network: Nickelodeon

Original Air Date: November 30, 2012




CAST:

Drake Bell ... Timmy Turner
Tara Strong ... Poof (voice)
Daniella Monet ... Tootie
David Lewis ... Denzyl crocker
Susanne Blakeslee ... Wanda (voice)
Mark Gibbon ... Jogen Von strangle
Devon Weigel ... Vicky
Olivia Steele-Falconer ... Katie
Taya Clyne ... Edwina
Tony Cox ... Elmer

Monday, March 19, 2012

3 Days Left to Vote for Your - Favorite Movie, Actor, Actress, and More!



Just wanted to post this quick reminder that there are officially now 3 days left to vote in the polls on the right for your favorites in Made-for-TV Movies from 2011.

Was your favorite TV Movie... Beyond the Blackboard, Change of Plans, Field of Vision, Finding a Family, The Lost Valentine, Love Begins, A Mile in his Shoes, Smooch, Three Weeks, Three Kids, or What if ???

There are 6 Various

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Catch the Hallmark Channel St. Patrick's Day Movie this Weekend!

Chasing Leprechauns will Premiere this weekend on the Hallmark Channel. You'll have four chances to catch it over the weekend. (See trailer below.)


Trailer:





March 17, 2012 Saturday
St. Patrick's Day!

Chasing Leprechauns ... Hallmark Channel ... 8 PM *NEW
Chasing Leprechauns ... Hallmark Channel ... 10 PM *NEW


March 18, 2012 Sunday

Chasing Leprechauns ... Hallmark Channel ... 2 PM *NEW

RUST - an INSP Movie Premiere

MOVIE REVIEW


RUST

Network: INSP

Original Air Date: April 15, 2012

*See Movie Trailer below!


CAST:


Corbin Bernsen ... James Moore
Frank Gall ... Glen
Lloyd Warner ... Travis
Audrey Lynn Tennent ... Mary
Kirsten Collins ... Amanda
John Hutchinson ... Pastor Barrow
Chesney Caswell ... Loretta
Judith Davies ... Ms. Wexler
Cavan Cunningham ... Pastor Barrow (50 Years Old)
Mike

The Terminally Single Woman - Hallmark Movie Channel Film

MOVIE REVIEW


The Terminally Single Woman

Network: Hallmark Movie Channel

Original Air Date: Unknown



CAST:

Unknown



PLOT:

A female journalist begins writing a column about the difficulty of dating and finds eventual romance from a writer with an opposing view who is then also invited to write a competing column to the one being written by his current girlfriend.



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Garage Sale Stalker - Hallmark Movie Channel Film

MOVIE REVIEW


Garage Sale Stalker

Network: Hallmark Movie Channel

Original Air Date: ?



CAST:

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PLOT:

Jennifer Shannon lives in secure, affluent McLean, VA, where she stumbles into danger lurking in places she thought were absolutely safe. Her passion for weekend treasure hunting at local garage and estate sales pulls her into a murder myster that she becomes determined to solve. "

Desperado - Hallmark Movie Channel Film

MOVIE REVIEW

Desperado

Network: Hallmark Movie Channel

Original Air Date: ?



CAST:

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PLOT:

Based on legendary Elmore Leonard's screenplay "Duell McCall," this was first produced in 1987 as a back-door pilot. Duell McCall is one of the few honest men in the wild frontier. When he is framed for the murder of a sheriff, he must find the one man who can clear him.


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