💕Four Romantic Comedies💕 Coming to Great American Family This February

February is the month of Valentine’s Day and rom-coms, and Great American Family is getting in on the fun by adding four movies to their lineup!

See details below...


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Meet Me In New York

Starring: Brooke Nevin and Corey Sevier

Premiere Date: Saturday, February 7 at 8/7c on Great American Family

Storyline: Ambitious New York events planner Kelly is one of the best in the business. But when Joe, a stubborn, but influential website editor, hires her to organize his niece's birthday, Kelly soon realizes that she may have met her match.

*Note: This movie was released in 2022 and has been available on several streaming platforms, but it’s finally making its very first cable TV premiere on Great American Family! I’m so thrilled to see this delightful rom-com joining the GAF lineup and truly hope it will continue to encore there. I’ve been wishing for quite some time that GAF would add this sweet film to their movie library and it’s wonderful to see that's coming true!

Movie Reviews:

💕 Meet Me In New York - Starring Corey Savier & Brooke Nevin is certainly family friendly ~Anonymous

💕 Meet Me In New York - First, this movie has excellent leads with Brooke Nevin and Corey Sevier. The chemistry is fantastic, it's funny, entertaining, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! There is one quick comment by Corey's character near the end about living with his previous girlfriend, but beyond that brief mention, the movie is completely G-rated and I loved the interaction between Corey and the young girl who portrayed his niece. This is one I'd love to have on DVD! ~Net


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Love for Starters

Starring: Stephanie Bennett and Jonathan Cherry

Premiere Date: Saturday, February 14 at 8/7c on Great American Family

Storyline: In Love for Starters, when a gifted interior designer (Bennett) learns that her father has brought in a celebrity chef (Cherry) to save their lakeside restaurant, she has no choice but to team up with this unexpected partner to transform the place before time runs out.

Movie Review:

💕 Reel One's Love For Starters (written by Ansley Gordon) is a very lovely movie, and would be a perfect fit for GAF or UP TV. -Maria



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A Missed Connection

Starring: Meggan Kaiser and Alex Trumble

Premiere Date: Saturday, February 21 at 8/7c on Great American Family

Storyline: After finding a spark with a woman on a train platform, a photographer posts a missed connection in the newspaper but never hears from her. Five years later, they meet again while on the way to the same wedding – hers.

Movie Review:

💕 Reel One's A Missed Connection is clean and fantastic! -Maria



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Love Afloat

Starring: Alanna Smith and Travis Bravo-Thomas

Premiere Date: Saturday, February 28 at 8/7c on Great American Family

Storyline: When Lorelei inherits a shabby sailboat from a distant relative, she hires Rob to help clean, fix and sail it from its present location at a Caribbean island to Miami. The two will have to work together as romantic sparks start to fly.

Movie Review:

💕 Reel one's Love Afloat is a fantastic movie, would make a great fit for UPTV or GAF! -Maria




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I hope you find a movie above that you'll love this February!

If you've previously seen any of the movies above and would like to share a review, please do so in the comments below.

Happy Movie-Watching!

Net

🔎 Hallmark to Premiere New Mystery Movie in March: "Nelly Knows Mysteries: All Manners of Murder" - See Which Character is Crossing Over From Another Hallmark Mystery

Great news, Sleuthers! The second film in the "Nelly Knows Mystery" series is coming to the Hallmark Channel this March!

So far, it looks as if all clues point to this being the first mystery movie premiere of the year for Hallmark, unless another (currently unknown) mystery premieres the first week of March.

Here's the scoop on the movie details...

Nelly Knows Mysteries: All Manners of Murder

Premiere Date: Saturday, March 14, 8/7c

Starring: Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith

Storyline: Nelly and Detective Michael set out to solve the murder of a guest while at a lavish dinner.

*Note: In addition to Pascale and Kavan, this movie will also star Crystal Lowe ("Signed, Sealed, Delivered") and Markian Tarasiuk ("True Justice: Family Ties")

According to Markian's IMDB listings, he will be portraying his character, Eli Flint, from the "True Justice" series in this all-new "Nelly Knows Mystery."

I believe this may be the first time a character has crossed-over from one Hallmark mystery to another. (Do you know of any others?)

There are two other "True Justice" mysteries that have been filmed: "True Justice 2: Eye for an Eye" and "True Justice 3: Lost Love." Hopefully, we will see those mysteries soon.

Markian Tarasiuk is also starring in the new UP Faith & Family streaming series, "Blue Skies."

And while Crystal Lowe, from "Signed, Sealed, Delivered," is also in this new "Nelly Knows Mystery," I just wanted to make sure to note that it does NOT appear in any way that she is portraying her "SSD" character, Rita.

More details to come on Hallmark's March movie premieres.

Happy Sleuthing!

Net🔎

*Press images via: Hallmark Media
Note: The top image is not Hallmark's official poster for this film.

❄ Cozy Movie Picks to Make Your Weekend Delightful — Even If the Weather Outside Is Frightful

Hello, Friends!

This weekend, my heart is especially with those of you, like myself, who are awaiting this new winter storm called Fern. I'm praying you all will be safe and warm as the bitter cold settles in once again and this intense storm moves across the U.S.

We’re expecting heavy snow and strong winds here at our home in the Midwest, and I know many of you may also be in the storm’s path. If you have power over the weekend, please leave us a note in the comments and let us know how you’re doing.

I'm praying for those who must work in these tough conditions, travel on the roads, and especially those who will be dealing with ice. My family and I once went through a severe ice storm that left us without power for over a week. It was challenging, but we were grateful for our fireplace to keep us warm, and since the temps were very low, we used a cooler outside for our cold foods. We all pulled together, and in many ways, it became a special time I’ll always cherish. I pray that each of you is able to stay warm, safe, and cozy indoors throughout the weekend.

It's one of those weekends that's ideal for reading a good book, playing board games, or watching movies, of course! I've included some suggestions for movie-watching below, including Hallmark's new Winter Escape and some wonderful classics from Great American Family and all three Hallmark channels.

See details below...


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Saturday, January 24, 2026:

Hallmark Channel's new Winter Escape...

Caught by Love

Storyline: While on a journey of self-discovery, a resort guest gets swept into an undercover investigation for stolen jewels that turns into an unexpected and adventurous romance.

Caught by Love

Premieres Saturday, January 24, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, January 25, 2026:

Enjoy a new episode of...

When Calls the Heart

Season 13, Episode 4 - Until Proven Guilty:

Storyline: Elizabeth assists Allie with Oliver's surprise party while Lee launches a new business.

When Calls the Heart

Premieres Sunday, January 25, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, January 25, 2026:

Merry *Mark the 25th!*

as we Countdown to Christmas!

This Sunday will mark *ONE MONTH* since Christmas and 11 months until Christmas 2026!!!

If I have power, I'm planning to watch a Christmas movie to celebrate the day. It will probably be one of the new ones from Christmas 2025 that I haven't seen, but I haven’t decided which one yet, so I'll have to let you know. Perhaps, Single on the 25th, Oy to the World!, or Christmas in Big Sky Country??? If you've seen them, which one would you choose?

And... if you're planning to watch a Christmas movie too, and already have one in mind, please share in comments.

However, if you're not sure and need a movie recommendation, I have a great one for you...

I recently streamed “Christmas Roses” (free on YouTube), and I have to say... it is absolutely beautiful!!! Misty and Lizzy both shared such positive reviews of this film, so I decided to give it a watch, and I’m so glad I did! This movie is truly heartwarming and wonderfully unique, one of those rare stories that draws you into every scene, entertains, and touches the heart!

The young girl in this film, Olive, is absolutely spectacular! Her performance is so adorable, inspiring, and moving. She's a true scene-stealer!

Plus, you'll likely recognize the two leads, Casey Elliott and Stacey Ann Turner, from “Destined at Christmas.”

A small note of caution for young viewers: there is mention of the death of a father/parents, and a young girl travels a long distance on her own without permission or supervision. (I don't want young children to get the idea that it is safe to do that.) Aside from those issues, this is a lovely, meaningful film that I think many of you will fall in love with - just as I did!

This movie is a beautiful reminder that even in the midst of life’s hardships, God's love is always faithful.


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Friday, January 23rd through Sunday, January 25th:

*TV Movie Classics*

I thought I'd highlight some of the best classic movies that are airing this weekend - if you happen to be snowed-in!

(Times below in Eastern Standard Time)

Friday, January 23, 2026:

Christmas on Windmill Way ... Great American Family ... 4pm
A Wisconsin Christmas Pie ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Karen Kingsbury's Maggie's Christmas Miracle ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
On the 12th Date of Christmas ... Hallmark Family ... 6pm
Another Sweet Christmas ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Cross Country Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 10pm
A Wisconsin Christmas Pie ... Great American Family ... 12am
Another Sweet Christmas ... Great American Family ... 2am
Catering Christmas ... Great American Family ... 4am

Saturday, January 24, 2026:

Mystery by the Book ... Great American Family ... 6am
Swing into Romance ... Great American Family ... 8am
The Presence of Love ... Hallmark Channel ... 10am
My Summer Prince ... Hallmark Family ... 12pm
A Country Wedding ... Hallmark Channel ... 12pm
Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Watchmaker ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Fit for a Prince ... Hallmark Family ... 2pm
Always Amore ... Hallmark Channel ... 2pm
Once Upon a Prince ... Hallmark Family ... 4pm
Roadhouse Romance ... Hallmark Channel ... 4pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: Murder with Love ... Hallmark Mystery ... 4pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: Deadly Estate ... Hallmark Mystery ... 6pm
It Was Always You ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Caught by Love ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *NEW
The Winter Palace ... Great American Family ... 8pm
A Melbourne Match ... Hallmark Channel ... 10pm

Sunday, January 25, 2026:

Just in Time ... Great American Family ... 6am
A Priceless Love ... Great American Family ... 10am
Front of the Class ... Hallmark Family ... 10am
Hailey Dean Mysteries: 2+2=Murder ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am
A Winter Getaway ... Hallmark Channel ... 10am
Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Winemaker ... Great American Family ... 12pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Marriage Made for Murder ... Hallmark Mystery ... 12pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Will to Kill ... Hallmark Mystery ... 2pm
Love Under the Stars ... Hallmark Family ... 4pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: Death on Duty ... Hallmark Mystery ... 4pm
Harmony from the Heart ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Prescription for Murder ... Hallmark Mystery ... 6pm
Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Yarn Maker ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To the Moon and Back ... Hallmark Family ... 8pm
Hailey Dean Mysteries: Killer Sentence ... Hallmark Mystery ... 8pm
Villa Amore ... Hallmark Channel ... 9pm
A Harvest Homecoming ... Great American Family ... 10pm
Harmony from the Heart ... Great American Family ... 12am
Ainsley McGregor: A Case for the Yarn Maker ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Harvest Homecoming ... Great American Family ... 4am


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Take care this weekend, everyone!

As always, I hope you enjoy discovering (or revisiting) some wonderful movies that bring comfort. Despite the storm, I hope you have some restful moments this weekend.

Please Note: I haven't pre-screened the new Winter Escape movie premiering this weekend. If you'd like to post a review on whether this movie is family-friendly, please share in the comments below. Thank you in advance to everyone who shares with us.

Blessings to You All!

Net

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❤️ SHARING HIS LOVE: ❤️

“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; 

he will never let the righteous be shaken.”

– Psalm 55:22

Movieguide® Announces the Nominees for the 33rd Annual Movieguide® Faith & Values Awards Gala - Including 'When Hope Calls,' 'When Calls the Heart,' and More - SEE HERE:

Movieguide® is my personal favorite Awards Show for film entertainment, since it honors family-friendly and faith-based programming!

Among the nominees (all listed below), look for your favorite family shows When Hope Calls, When Calls the Heart, Crossroad Springs, County Rescue, Great American Family films, and more!

Press Release via Sundari Public Relations:

MOVIEGUIDE® ANNOUNCES

THE NOMINEES FOR THE

33RD ANNUAL

MOVIEGUIDE® FAITH & VALUES

AWARDS GALA

TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 6,

AT THE AVALON THEATER

IN HOLLYWOOD

TO BE BROADCAST

ON GREAT AMERICAN

FAMILY NETWORK AND

AVAILABLE TO STREAM

ON GREAT AMERICAN PURE FLIX

Los Angeles, CA (Jan. 21, 2026) –Movieguide ®, the number one family review service for movies and television shows, has announced the nominees for its 33rd Annual MOVIEGUIDE® Faith & Values Awards Gala & Report to the Entertainment Industry. The ceremony will be held on Friday, February 6 at the Avalon Theatre in Hollywood. It will be an evening celebrating hope and inspiration, and will be broadcast on the Great American Family network in the coming weeks and available to stream on Great American Pure Flix.

"These nominees demonstrate what audiences are hungry for: stories anchored in faith, virtue, and timeless values," says Robby Baehr, Movieguide® CEO. "Faith-driven storytelling isn't just meaningful, it's powerful entertainment that resonates across generations. We're honored to celebrate these films and the filmmakers who are bringing light to screens worldwide."

In addition to honoring the Best 2025 Movies for Mature Audiences, the Epiphany Prizes for the Most Inspiring Movie and Television Program, The Faith & Freedom Awards for Movies and Television, and the Grace Awards for Most Inspiring Performance in Movies and Television.

Here is the list of nominees for the 33rd Annual Movieguide® Awards:

BEST FAMILY MOVIES
THE CHOSEN: THE LAST SUPPER–PART TWO:-Episode 5.3
THE CHRISTMAS RING
DAVID
THE LAST RODEO
THE SENIOR


BEST MATURE AUDIENCE MOVIES
BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE– THE FINAL RECKONING
SARAH’S OIL
SUPERMAN


BEST FAMILY TELEVISION/STREAMING
CROSSROAD SPRINGS Episode 1.6 "Sunrise and Still Water"
MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4
TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY
WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2
WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”


BEST MATURE AUDIENCE TELEVISION/STREAMING
BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8: “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son. . .”
NCIS: Episode 23.7 "God Only Knows"
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”
MARTIN SCORSESE PRESENTS: THE SAINTS: “Peter”
RUTH & BOAZ


BEST MOVIES FOR CHILDREN
THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
LIGHT OF THE WORLD
LILO & STITCH (2025)
PADDINGTON IN PERU
ZOOTOPIA 2


EPIPHANY PRIZE MOVIES
THE CHOSEN: LAST SUPPER–PART TWO:-Episode 5.3
THE CHRISTMAS RING
DAVID
THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
LIGHT OF THE WORLD


EPIPHANY PRIZE TELEVISION
THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1-1.6
A CHRISTMAS PRAYER
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”
MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4
WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2


FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD MOVIES
BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING
PADDINGTON IN PERU
SARAH’S OIL


FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD TELEVISION
BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8: “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son…”
THE CHRISTMAS SPARK
COUNTY RESCUE: Episode 2.5 “Hot Water”
HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208 “The Truth Revealed”
WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”


ALETHEIA: BEST DOCUMENTARY PRIZE
THE CASE FOR MIRACLES
DUDE PERFECT: THE HERO TOUR
INVESTIGATING THE SUPERNATURAL: MIRACLES
KEVIN COSTNER PRESENTS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS
MEARS: HOW ONE WOMAN CHANGED CHRISTIANITY


BEST TELEVISION/STREAMING FOR CHILDREN
BUILDER BROTHERS DREAM FACTORY: Episodes 1.1-1.6
DOT CONNER: WEBTECTIVE
THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1-1.6
TEAM MEKBOTS ANIMAL RESCUE: Episodes 2.1-2.4
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LAST STRAW


GRACE AWARD FOR MOVIES

Actress
Naya Desir-Johnson (SARAH’S OIL)
Vanessa Kirby (THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS)
Rebekah Schafer (LIGHT OF THE WORLD)
Jana Kramer - (THE CHRISTMAS RING)
Uma Thurman (THE KING OF KINGS (2025)


Actor
Kelsey Grammer (THE CHRISTMAS RING)
Oscar Isaac (THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
Zachary Levi (SARAH’S OIL)
Paras Patel (THE CHOSEN: LAST SUPPER – PART TWO:- Episode 5.3)
Mykelti Williamson (THE LAST RODEO)


GRACE AWARD FOR STREAMING

Actress
Natasha Bure (TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY)
Candace Cameron Bure (TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY)
Erin Krakow (WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2)
Danica McKellar (HAVE WE MET THIS CHRISTMAS?)
Shae Robins (A CHRISTMAS PRAYER)
Serayah (RUTH & BOAZ)


Actor:
Rowan Atkinson (MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1-1.4)
Trevor Donovan (CHRISTMAS AT THE INN)
Michael Iskander (HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”)
Stephen Lang (HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208: “The Truth Revealed”)
Tyler Lepley (RUTH & BOAZ)
Jonathan Stoddard CROSSROAD SPRINGS Episode 1.6 "Sunrise and Still Water"


Movieguide is the number one family review service for movies and television shows. With over 89 million monthly users, Movieguide is used by 1 in every 3 parents to determine which movies their family or children will watch. Additionally, Movieguide consults with major studios on what types of films will appeal to family audiences. Family films produce the biggest box office draws and the family film audience is the largest single demographic of movie-goers and television viewers.

For more information on the MOVIEGUIDE® Annual Faith & Values Awards Gala & Report to the Entertainment Industry, please visit www.movieguideawards.com.

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I hope you enjoyed this news! It's so wonderful to see and share all of these incredible nominees. I'll be sure to post the date this Awards Show will air on Great American Family once it's announced. So please stay tuned!

Happy movie-watching!

Net 🎬

Great American Family Adds Heartwarming Rom-Com to February Line-up

Great American Family has added a very sweet romantic comedy to their schedule for February! 

What a perfect time to add this heartwarming movie - just before Valentine's Day. Some of you may have seen it, but if you haven't, trust me... you are in for a real treat! 

See details and reviews below...

Meet Me In New York

Starring: Brooke Nevin and Corey Sevier

Premiere Date: Saturday, February 7 at 8/7c on Great American Family

Storyline: Ambitious New York events planner Kelly is one of the best in the business. But when Joe, a stubborn, but influential website editor, hires her to organize his niece's birthday, Kelly soon realizes that she may have met her match.

*Note: This movie was released in 2022 and has been available on several streaming platforms, but it’s finally making its very first cable TV premiere on Great American Family! I’m so thrilled to see this delightful rom-com joining the GAF lineup and truly hope it will continue to encore there. I’ve been wishing for quite some time that GAF would add this sweet film to their movie library and it’s wonderful to see that's coming true!

Movie Reviews:

💕 Meet Me In New York - Starring Corey Savier & Brooke Nevin is certainly family friendly ~Anonymous

💕 Meet Me In New York - (watched on Dove Channel) First, this movie has excellent leads with Brooke Nevin and Corey Sevier. The chemistry is fantastic, it's funny, entertaining, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! There is one quick comment by Corey's character near the end about living with his previous girlfriend, but beyond that brief mention, the movie is completely G-rated and I loved the interaction between Corey and the young girl who portrayed his niece. This is one I'd love to have on DVD! ~Net

Stay tuned for more movie news!

Net