Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega will lead Great American Family’s “Love at the Kettle,” set to debut as part of the network’s Christmas lineup at the end of 2024. “Love at the Kettle” (working title), written by Horace Priester, is executive produced by Mario Lopez, Mark Roberts and the PenaVegas; it is directed by Brian Herzlinger.
The pair will play high school friends who reunite at the holidays as she returns home and enlists him to help her write a song to win back her ex.
Per the press release, “As the two reunite for the first time in a decade, they embark on a Christmas journey down memory lane, and soon realize true love may be closer than they thought. The heart of the movie centers on Jack’s role with The Salvation Army, and Bella soon finds herself inspired by his devotion and passion to a life of doing the most good.
The pair will play high school friends who reunite at the holidays as she returns home and enlists him to help her write a song to win back her ex.
Per the press release, “As the two reunite for the first time in a decade, they embark on a Christmas journey down memory lane, and soon realize true love may be closer than they thought. The heart of the movie centers on Jack’s role with The Salvation Army, and Bella soon finds herself inspired by his devotion and passion to a life of doing the most good.
- 6/11/2024
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Gleb Savchenko is the choreographer for the waltzes in Danica McKellar’s new movie A Royal Christmas Ball [Image @danicamckellar/Instagram]
Exciting holiday news is here about a new Great American Family movie titled A Royal Christmas Ball (working title). The movie is set to star Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice and will premiere during the Great American Christmas 2024 programming event. Read on to find out more about the movie and its cast.
Danica McKellar & Oliver Rice in A Royal Christmas Ball Danica McKellar [Image @danicamckellar/Instagram]
According to the press release, Great American Family has announced a new, original holiday movie, A Royal Christmas Ball (working title).
The movie is set to star fan-favorite Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice and will air as part of the network’s Great American Christmas 2024 programming event.
Fans have previously seen Danica in A Royal Date for Christmas and Swing into Romance, while Rice is known for his...
Exciting holiday news is here about a new Great American Family movie titled A Royal Christmas Ball (working title). The movie is set to star Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice and will premiere during the Great American Christmas 2024 programming event. Read on to find out more about the movie and its cast.
Danica McKellar & Oliver Rice in A Royal Christmas Ball Danica McKellar [Image @danicamckellar/Instagram]
According to the press release, Great American Family has announced a new, original holiday movie, A Royal Christmas Ball (working title).
The movie is set to star fan-favorite Danica McKellar and Oliver Rice and will air as part of the network’s Great American Christmas 2024 programming event.
Fans have previously seen Danica in A Royal Date for Christmas and Swing into Romance, while Rice is known for his...
- 4/27/2024
- by Anne King
- Celebrating The Soaps
Exclusive: Great American Media has signed Jillian Murray to a multi-picture, multi-year deal.
Murray will star in original movies and content across the company’s media portfolio which includes Great American Family, Great American Faith & Living, Great American Pure Flix, Great American Adventures, and the digital service Great American Faith & Home. Broader terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“It is a joy to welcome Jillian Murray to the Great American family,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Every film Jillian stars in does very well, and she has quickly become a viewer favorite and rising star.”
Murray has appeared in Lifetime movies such as Deadly Dating Game and Killer Stepmom. She also played Heather Pinkney on CBS’ Code Black for two seasons.
Murray is represented by Cesd, Vault Entertainment and Meyer & Downs.
Murray will star in original movies and content across the company’s media portfolio which includes Great American Family, Great American Faith & Living, Great American Pure Flix, Great American Adventures, and the digital service Great American Faith & Home. Broader terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“It is a joy to welcome Jillian Murray to the Great American family,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Every film Jillian stars in does very well, and she has quickly become a viewer favorite and rising star.”
Murray has appeared in Lifetime movies such as Deadly Dating Game and Killer Stepmom. She also played Heather Pinkney on CBS’ Code Black for two seasons.
Murray is represented by Cesd, Vault Entertainment and Meyer & Downs.
- 4/11/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega of Spy Kids will headline their first movie for Great American Pure Flix.
In Mr. Manhattan, which begins streaming May 24, Mason Bradley (Carlos PenaVega) makes a promise to his brother and sister-in-law to be godfather to their newborn son (and future children). Mason has exciting news of his own: he’s just been accepted to Columbia Law School, which comes as a shock to his fiancé, Dani (Alexa PenaVega). Ten years on, Mason is surround by big city life and obsessed with becoming partner in his firm. He and Dani have broken up. Just when Mason feels personal success is at hand, he receives an unimaginable call. His brother and sister-in-law have tragically been killed in a car accident. Mason is now a single father with two children.
“Carlos and Alexa are audience favorites and so beloved for their commitment to family on and off the screen,...
In Mr. Manhattan, which begins streaming May 24, Mason Bradley (Carlos PenaVega) makes a promise to his brother and sister-in-law to be godfather to their newborn son (and future children). Mason has exciting news of his own: he’s just been accepted to Columbia Law School, which comes as a shock to his fiancé, Dani (Alexa PenaVega). Ten years on, Mason is surround by big city life and obsessed with becoming partner in his firm. He and Dani have broken up. Just when Mason feels personal success is at hand, he receives an unimaginable call. His brother and sister-in-law have tragically been killed in a car accident. Mason is now a single father with two children.
“Carlos and Alexa are audience favorites and so beloved for their commitment to family on and off the screen,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Great American Family is about to drop another installment of its Candace Cameron Bure Presents series. The movie is called Just in Time and stars Broadway’s Laura Osnes, Peter Bryant (Family Law), and Greyston Holt (The Night Agent).
Premiering March 26, Just in Time follows Hannah (Osnes) and her husband, Rowan (Holt), who have focused all their time, energy, and attention into trying to have a baby. The pressure to complete their family starts weighing heavily on their relationship. The couple is left questioning if having a child is the right thing to do and if they are still right for one another. When Hannah receives a call from a stranger, named Franklin (Bryant), who claims to have discovered an antique on the beach bearing an inscription unique to Hannah and Rowan, she reluctantly agrees to meet him to look. Franklin is certain the watch is a long-lost heirloom from Hannah’s family.
Premiering March 26, Just in Time follows Hannah (Osnes) and her husband, Rowan (Holt), who have focused all their time, energy, and attention into trying to have a baby. The pressure to complete their family starts weighing heavily on their relationship. The couple is left questioning if having a child is the right thing to do and if they are still right for one another. When Hannah receives a call from a stranger, named Franklin (Bryant), who claims to have discovered an antique on the beach bearing an inscription unique to Hannah and Rowan, she reluctantly agrees to meet him to look. Franklin is certain the watch is a long-lost heirloom from Hannah’s family.
- 3/5/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: After setting the stage with its robust line-up of holiday programming, Great American Family is ready to get into the scripted series business.
The channel is launching County Rescue, an action-adventure medical drama starring Julia Reilly (Stranger Things) as an Emt in training who is vying for one of three openings on the team. It also stars Stacey Patino (Keeping Up With the Joneses), Percy Bell (Devotion), Tim Perez-Ross (The Vampire Diaries), Riley Hough (The Resident), Keller Fornes (The Secrets She Keeps), Angel Luis (Law & Order), Kristin Wollett (Random Tropical Paradise), and Brett Varvel (American Underdog).
The five-episode first season will premiere on Great American Pure Flix beginning February 16 and on Great American Family beginning February 17. Great American Pure Flix is the company’s streaming service that was rebranded in September 2023.
Great American Family is also planning a Q1 launch of mystery franchises — original movies centered on the...
The channel is launching County Rescue, an action-adventure medical drama starring Julia Reilly (Stranger Things) as an Emt in training who is vying for one of three openings on the team. It also stars Stacey Patino (Keeping Up With the Joneses), Percy Bell (Devotion), Tim Perez-Ross (The Vampire Diaries), Riley Hough (The Resident), Keller Fornes (The Secrets She Keeps), Angel Luis (Law & Order), Kristin Wollett (Random Tropical Paradise), and Brett Varvel (American Underdog).
The five-episode first season will premiere on Great American Pure Flix beginning February 16 and on Great American Family beginning February 17. Great American Pure Flix is the company’s streaming service that was rebranded in September 2023.
Great American Family is also planning a Q1 launch of mystery franchises — original movies centered on the...
- 1/8/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Great American Media has signed soap star Cameron Mathison to a multi-picture deal over several years.
Mathison, best known for his work on General Hospital and All My Children, will star in programs across Great American Media’s portfolio of platforms, including Great American Family and Great American Faith & Living, and its streaming service, Great American Pure Flix.
Mathison has also starred in dozens of made-for-television movies, including some for Great American Family like A Merry Christmas Wish and A Kindhearted Christmas. He also hosted on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, and Home & Family.
“Cameron Mathison is one of entertainment’s most prolific and cherished stars and has a resume that is respected across the industry,” says Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Having collaborated with Cameron on many past projects, I am thrilled to welcome him home to Great American Media and look forward to working...
Mathison, best known for his work on General Hospital and All My Children, will star in programs across Great American Media’s portfolio of platforms, including Great American Family and Great American Faith & Living, and its streaming service, Great American Pure Flix.
Mathison has also starred in dozens of made-for-television movies, including some for Great American Family like A Merry Christmas Wish and A Kindhearted Christmas. He also hosted on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, and Home & Family.
“Cameron Mathison is one of entertainment’s most prolific and cherished stars and has a resume that is respected across the industry,” says Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Having collaborated with Cameron on many past projects, I am thrilled to welcome him home to Great American Media and look forward to working...
- 11/20/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Great American Family’s biggest time of the year is here. The network, run by former Hallmark CEO Bill Abbott, is leaning in to the holiday season big time, after seeing a year of massive growth.
According to the year-over-year data, Gaf is up 150% in total viewers in 2023 compared to 2022, and the success can be credited to multiple factors, Abbott tells Variety.
“One of the biggest parts of our growth has been our talent, and the fact that we have such recognizable stars in our stable of talent — and that they are relentless in promoting Great American Family,” he says. “That, in and of itself, has created the awareness necessary to grow like we have.”
Candace Cameron Bure, Trevor Donovan, Jen Lilley, Danica McKellar and Jessica Lowndes all have exclusive deals with Gaf, while their Christmas movie lineup also includes Matthew Morrison, Chad Michael Murray, Lori Loughlin, Jill Wagner and James Tupper.
According to the year-over-year data, Gaf is up 150% in total viewers in 2023 compared to 2022, and the success can be credited to multiple factors, Abbott tells Variety.
“One of the biggest parts of our growth has been our talent, and the fact that we have such recognizable stars in our stable of talent — and that they are relentless in promoting Great American Family,” he says. “That, in and of itself, has created the awareness necessary to grow like we have.”
Candace Cameron Bure, Trevor Donovan, Jen Lilley, Danica McKellar and Jessica Lowndes all have exclusive deals with Gaf, while their Christmas movie lineup also includes Matthew Morrison, Chad Michael Murray, Lori Loughlin, Jill Wagner and James Tupper.
- 10/25/2023
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Great American Media has been on a bit of a rebranding spree lately as the cable channel owner has recently been making moves to reflect its purchase of the faith-based streaming service PureFlix. Initially, this led to the company putting its entire streaming operation under the name of Great American Pure Flix. Now, the company is changing the name of one of its cable channels from Great American Living to Great American Faith & Living.
Great American Living rebrands as Great American Faith & Living. New version of the channel will incorporate faith-based programming into existing titles. How can you stream both of the Great American cable channels? 7-Day Free Trial $7.99 / month pureflix.com
In a Deadline exclusive, Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott said that the move is in response to the success that the company has seen from the initial integrations of the faith-focused programming from PureFlix. Before the rebrand,...
Great American Living rebrands as Great American Faith & Living. New version of the channel will incorporate faith-based programming into existing titles. How can you stream both of the Great American cable channels? 7-Day Free Trial $7.99 / month pureflix.com
In a Deadline exclusive, Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott said that the move is in response to the success that the company has seen from the initial integrations of the faith-focused programming from PureFlix. Before the rebrand,...
- 10/10/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Great American Media is revamping its Great American Living cable channel with a new rebrand. Originally acquired by Gac Media in 2021, the linear channel houses shows such as Going Rv and is set to take a new name, becoming known as Great American Faith & Living. This strategic decision comes in the wake of Great American Media’s recent merger with Pure Flix, according to Deadline, a company owned by Sony. It marks the organization’s ongoing efforts to broaden its presence in the linear space focused on faith-based content. Notably, Great American Media, under the leadership of President and CEO Bill Abbott, also possesses the Great American Family in its portfolio. “Given the enormously positive reaction from subscribers to Great American Pure Flix and the ongoing growth of Great American Family, now is the perfect time to sharpen our focus on our second linear channel,” Abbott said. “Great American Faith...
- 10/9/2023
- TV Insider
Exclusive: Great American Media is making a change to its Great American Living cable channel.
The linear channel that was acquired by Gac Media in 2021 will be renamed Great American Faith & Living. The decision follows Great American Media’s recent merger with the Sony-owned Pure Flix and represents the company’s latest move to expand its faith footprint in the linear space.
Great American Media, led by President and CEO Bill Abbott, also owns Great American Family.
“Given the enormously positive reaction from subscribers to Great American Pure Flix and the ongoing growth of Great American Family, now is the perfect time to sharpen our focus on our second linear channel,” Abbott said. “Great American Faith & Living fills a void in the marketplace, and we are confident viewers will enjoy a strong mix of content that brings the highest quality faith programming in the genre.”
Prior to the rebrand,...
The linear channel that was acquired by Gac Media in 2021 will be renamed Great American Faith & Living. The decision follows Great American Media’s recent merger with the Sony-owned Pure Flix and represents the company’s latest move to expand its faith footprint in the linear space.
Great American Media, led by President and CEO Bill Abbott, also owns Great American Family.
“Given the enormously positive reaction from subscribers to Great American Pure Flix and the ongoing growth of Great American Family, now is the perfect time to sharpen our focus on our second linear channel,” Abbott said. “Great American Faith & Living fills a void in the marketplace, and we are confident viewers will enjoy a strong mix of content that brings the highest quality faith programming in the genre.”
Prior to the rebrand,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Is there ever a more joyful and picture-perfect event every year than the Tournament of Roses Parade? Every Jan. 1 floats decorated in the most glorious floral arrangements make their way down the streets of sunny Pasadena, Cali. The parade broadcast has become an annual tradition for many families, and starting this coming New Year’s Day, it will have a new cable home.
According to an exclusive report from Deadline, the rapidly growing family-focused cable channel Great American Family has inked a multi-year deal with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association to pick up the broadcasting rights from rival channel the Hallmark Channel. Gaf will begin broadcasting the annual event in 2024 beginning at 11 a.m. Et.
“It’s an honor to be back working alongside the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association to televise this classic event,” Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott told Deadline. “The Rose Parade perfectly embodies the...
According to an exclusive report from Deadline, the rapidly growing family-focused cable channel Great American Family has inked a multi-year deal with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association to pick up the broadcasting rights from rival channel the Hallmark Channel. Gaf will begin broadcasting the annual event in 2024 beginning at 11 a.m. Et.
“It’s an honor to be back working alongside the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association to televise this classic event,” Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott told Deadline. “The Rose Parade perfectly embodies the...
- 7/20/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Are you ready for more Lori Loughlin?
Great American Family sure hopes so.
The cabler on Monday confirmed that Blessings of Christmas (working title) will premiere as part of Great American Christmas, which kicks off on October 21.
Deadline broke the news, revealing that, once again, Gac Family will debut every Saturday and Sunday for the rest of that quarter.
Loughlin will star opposite James Tupper in the TV movie.
Loughlin plays "renowned TV star Mandy Gilmore, who is saying goodbye to her hit culinary series, A World of Food, so she can travel the globe and dine in all 142 Michelin star restaurants," the outlet reports.
"Before jetting to Paris, Mandy stops in Milwaukee with the deed to her deceased aunt’s food pantry, Angel’s Fare, recently purchased by adjacent business owner, Adam Carraway."
"It’s a simple transaction until pantry volunteer Otto Nessen reminds everyone that Aunt Susie’s...
Great American Family sure hopes so.
The cabler on Monday confirmed that Blessings of Christmas (working title) will premiere as part of Great American Christmas, which kicks off on October 21.
Deadline broke the news, revealing that, once again, Gac Family will debut every Saturday and Sunday for the rest of that quarter.
Loughlin will star opposite James Tupper in the TV movie.
Loughlin plays "renowned TV star Mandy Gilmore, who is saying goodbye to her hit culinary series, A World of Food, so she can travel the globe and dine in all 142 Michelin star restaurants," the outlet reports.
"Before jetting to Paris, Mandy stops in Milwaukee with the deed to her deceased aunt’s food pantry, Angel’s Fare, recently purchased by adjacent business owner, Adam Carraway."
"It’s a simple transaction until pantry volunteer Otto Nessen reminds everyone that Aunt Susie’s...
- 7/10/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Pure Flix, Sony’s faith and family-based streaming platform, is set to merge with Great American Media, the rival to the Hallmark Channel, it was announced on Thursday.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the tie-up will see Pure Flix fall into the new entity, with Great American Media throwing in two cable networks — Great American Family and Great American Living — and a free ad-supported subscription streaming channel, Great American Adventures.
The proposed merger comes as family and faith-based TV series like Ted Lasso and The Chosen hit with audiences.
Pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, Great American Media, led by president and CEO Bill Abbott, will retain a controlling stake in the merged company, with Abbott as CEO, and oversee day-to-day management of all multi-channel family and faith media brands.
Bringing Pure Flix and Great American Media aims to secure scale among TV viewers of family and faith-based religious entertainment.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the tie-up will see Pure Flix fall into the new entity, with Great American Media throwing in two cable networks — Great American Family and Great American Living — and a free ad-supported subscription streaming channel, Great American Adventures.
The proposed merger comes as family and faith-based TV series like Ted Lasso and The Chosen hit with audiences.
Pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, Great American Media, led by president and CEO Bill Abbott, will retain a controlling stake in the merged company, with Abbott as CEO, and oversee day-to-day management of all multi-channel family and faith media brands.
Bringing Pure Flix and Great American Media aims to secure scale among TV viewers of family and faith-based religious entertainment.
- 5/11/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Two family-focused media companies are joining forces, with Sony-owned subscription streaming outlet Pure Flix set to merge with cable and Fast programmer Great American Media.
Great American Media operates cable networks Great American Family and Great American Living as well as Fast channel Great American Adventures. Pure Flix, known for faith-based franchises like God’s Not Dead, was acquired by Sony Pictures Television in December 2020. At the time of the deal, it had 1 million subscribers.
Bill Abbott, the former longtime top exec at the Hallmark Channel’s media parent, who has been running Great American Media, will oversee the combined entity. He became CEO of Great American Media in 2021, about a year after exiting Hallmark after an 11-year run. His departure followed backlash over the pulling of an ad for a wedding planning company featuring a same-sex couple.
Abbott and the backers of Great American Media, who acquired assets from...
Great American Media operates cable networks Great American Family and Great American Living as well as Fast channel Great American Adventures. Pure Flix, known for faith-based franchises like God’s Not Dead, was acquired by Sony Pictures Television in December 2020. At the time of the deal, it had 1 million subscribers.
Bill Abbott, the former longtime top exec at the Hallmark Channel’s media parent, who has been running Great American Media, will oversee the combined entity. He became CEO of Great American Media in 2021, about a year after exiting Hallmark after an 11-year run. His departure followed backlash over the pulling of an ad for a wedding planning company featuring a same-sex couple.
Abbott and the backers of Great American Media, who acquired assets from...
- 5/11/2023
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
In an announcement that could have far-reaching implications across the cable and streaming industries, on Thursday it was announced that PureFlix — a faith and family-focused streaming platform owned by Sony Pictures Television — has merged with Great American Media — the owners of Great American Family, one of the fastest growing cable channels in the United States. PureFlix will now fall under the Great American Media umbrella, joining other channels and services including, Great American Living and Great American Community.
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“In a media environment where programming and distribution business models are in a constant state of flux, this agreement provides a rare opportunity to maximize our potential with the expertise, market knowledge and content creation capabilities of a world class partner like Sony Pictures,” Great American Media president and CEO, Bill Abbott said. “This merger will allow us to further our commitment to original, quality content...
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“In a media environment where programming and distribution business models are in a constant state of flux, this agreement provides a rare opportunity to maximize our potential with the expertise, market knowledge and content creation capabilities of a world class partner like Sony Pictures,” Great American Media president and CEO, Bill Abbott said. “This merger will allow us to further our commitment to original, quality content...
- 5/11/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Exclusive: Great American Family has no intention of letting go of Lori Loughlin; the channel just booked the former Full House star in a new Christmas movie for later this year.
The announcement follows the January 28 premiere of Fall Into Winter, Loughlin’s first romantic comedy role since serving time behind bars in 2020 for the college admissions scandal. She last appeared on Gaf in When Hope Calls Christmas, which premiered on the network in December of 2021.
Fall Into Winter follows Kerry (Loughlin), who is suddenly forced to work alongside former nemesis, Brooks (James Tupper), an old friend of her brother’s who unexpectedly buys out half of Kerry’s family-owned confectionery business.
Loughlin’s reprisal of her Abigail Stanton role in When Hope Calls Christmas marked her return to acting, a year and a half after she was let go from Hallmark Channel’s When Calls The Heart over her involvement in the scandal.
The announcement follows the January 28 premiere of Fall Into Winter, Loughlin’s first romantic comedy role since serving time behind bars in 2020 for the college admissions scandal. She last appeared on Gaf in When Hope Calls Christmas, which premiered on the network in December of 2021.
Fall Into Winter follows Kerry (Loughlin), who is suddenly forced to work alongside former nemesis, Brooks (James Tupper), an old friend of her brother’s who unexpectedly buys out half of Kerry’s family-owned confectionery business.
Loughlin’s reprisal of her Abigail Stanton role in When Hope Calls Christmas marked her return to acting, a year and a half after she was let go from Hallmark Channel’s When Calls The Heart over her involvement in the scandal.
- 2/7/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s not even November, but Peacock is getting ready for the holidays. The streamer has inked a deal with Hallmark Media to become the main home for the company’s original programming — including its many popular holiday films.
Starting November 2, Peacock will host a dedicated hub for Hallmark Media movies and TV shows. The hub will give subscribers the ability to watch live simulcasts of Hallmark Media’s three major channels: Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and Hallmark Drama. New premiere shows and movies — including the long-running “When Calls the Heart” and 2023 primetime premieres “Ride” and “The Way Home” — will be available to stream on demand the day after their linear premiere.
“We’re proud to enter this partnership with Peacock and bring our widely beloved Hallmark content to their subscribers,” Wonya Lucas, Hallmark Media CEO, said in a statement. “The opportunity to provide our devoted fanbase access to...
Starting November 2, Peacock will host a dedicated hub for Hallmark Media movies and TV shows. The hub will give subscribers the ability to watch live simulcasts of Hallmark Media’s three major channels: Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and Hallmark Drama. New premiere shows and movies — including the long-running “When Calls the Heart” and 2023 primetime premieres “Ride” and “The Way Home” — will be available to stream on demand the day after their linear premiere.
“We’re proud to enter this partnership with Peacock and bring our widely beloved Hallmark content to their subscribers,” Wonya Lucas, Hallmark Media CEO, said in a statement. “The opportunity to provide our devoted fanbase access to...
- 10/31/2022
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Candace Cameron Bure is expanding her business and launching a podcast, Variety can exclusively announce.
“I’ve been interviewed a whole lot in my 40 plus years on television,” Bure said in a statement. “I thought it was time to have in-depth conversations about things I really care about — and have lots of fun at the same time!”
Candy Rock Enterprises will launch “The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast” on Nov. 1. During the first year, there will be multiple seasons. Each season will feature one guest speaking to Bure about a specific topic. Bure hopes to “offer listeners guidance and inspiration for all seasons of life;” the topics will include parenting, marriage, personal growth, healthy living, faith and Christmas.
Season 1 will be released on video via the AccessMore podcast network and on YouTube. It will also be available on multiple audio podcast channels and at candace.com.
This is just the latest...
“I’ve been interviewed a whole lot in my 40 plus years on television,” Bure said in a statement. “I thought it was time to have in-depth conversations about things I really care about — and have lots of fun at the same time!”
Candy Rock Enterprises will launch “The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast” on Nov. 1. During the first year, there will be multiple seasons. Each season will feature one guest speaking to Bure about a specific topic. Bure hopes to “offer listeners guidance and inspiration for all seasons of life;” the topics will include parenting, marriage, personal growth, healthy living, faith and Christmas.
Season 1 will be released on video via the AccessMore podcast network and on YouTube. It will also be available on multiple audio podcast channels and at candace.com.
This is just the latest...
- 10/18/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
When Great American Media’s free app, Great American Community, launches on Sept. 26, it will introduce viewers to 15 original short-form series, each headlined by well-known lifestyle experts and TV stars.
On launch day, multiple episodes of all series will be available. New episodes will premiere on regularly scheduled days throughout the year, with no offseason.
“We are thrilled to be launching Great American Community with fifteen new, always-on series that are topical, relatable and hosted by our growing family of recognizable talent,” says Great American Media president and CEO Bill Abbott. “This new platform represents an important evolution of the company’s digital strategy and gives our passionate fans a fun and engaging new way to interact with our stars in a trusted, family-friendly environment, 365 days a year.”
One month after the app’s launch, Great American Family will launch its holiday content, kicking it off on Oct. 28.
The 15 exclusive...
On launch day, multiple episodes of all series will be available. New episodes will premiere on regularly scheduled days throughout the year, with no offseason.
“We are thrilled to be launching Great American Community with fifteen new, always-on series that are topical, relatable and hosted by our growing family of recognizable talent,” says Great American Media president and CEO Bill Abbott. “This new platform represents an important evolution of the company’s digital strategy and gives our passionate fans a fun and engaging new way to interact with our stars in a trusted, family-friendly environment, 365 days a year.”
One month after the app’s launch, Great American Family will launch its holiday content, kicking it off on Oct. 28.
The 15 exclusive...
- 8/17/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Gac Family will have plenty of Christmas movies this summer.
The cable network, described as "America’s family-friendly destination for holiday movies and seasonal rom-coms," today announced Jen Lilley is set to host the network’s first-ever Great American Christmas in July programming event.
The exciting event kicks off July 2 and features 24/7 Christmas movies throughout Independence Day weekend.
Fans of holiday romantic comedies will be able to celebrate Christmas early with encore presentations of Gac Family’s original Christmas movies, as well as first-look previews of all-new holiday films planned for Great American Christmas 2022.
Programming highlights for Great American Christmas in July include encores of Christmas Time Is Here, The Great Christmas Switch, A Christmas Star, Jingle Bell Princess, A Kindhearted Christmas, A Christmas Miracle for Daisy, Royally Wrapped for Christmas, Joy for Christmas, A Lot Like Christmas, Angel Falls Christmas, and Much Ado About Christmas.
The programming event also includes holiday movie fan-favorites,...
The cable network, described as "America’s family-friendly destination for holiday movies and seasonal rom-coms," today announced Jen Lilley is set to host the network’s first-ever Great American Christmas in July programming event.
The exciting event kicks off July 2 and features 24/7 Christmas movies throughout Independence Day weekend.
Fans of holiday romantic comedies will be able to celebrate Christmas early with encore presentations of Gac Family’s original Christmas movies, as well as first-look previews of all-new holiday films planned for Great American Christmas 2022.
Programming highlights for Great American Christmas in July include encores of Christmas Time Is Here, The Great Christmas Switch, A Christmas Star, Jingle Bell Princess, A Kindhearted Christmas, A Christmas Miracle for Daisy, Royally Wrapped for Christmas, Joy for Christmas, A Lot Like Christmas, Angel Falls Christmas, and Much Ado About Christmas.
The programming event also includes holiday movie fan-favorites,...
- 6/21/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The future looks bleak for the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries franchise following Candace Cameron Bure‘s decision to leave Hallmark and sign a deal with Gac Media. According to Variety, there are no plans for new films in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries series. The Hallmark Channel has previously produced 18 movies in the franchise, based on the books by True Blood author Charlaine Harris. Bure starred as the lead in all 18 films and was one of the faces of Hallmark, mostly known for her Countdown to Christmas content, which included 11 holiday movies over the years. However, on Tuesday, it was announced that Bure had signed an agreement with Gac Media, the rebranded Great American Country network run by Bill Abbott, the former president of Hallmark Channel’s parent company Crown Media. Bure’s deal will see her develop, produce, and star in programming across Gac Family and Gac Living, and she will...
- 4/20/2022
- TV Insider
Fans of Aurora Teagarden Mysteries on Hallmark might want to sit down for this one...
The hit movie series starring Candace Cameron Bure is not expected to produce any new installments.
Variety reported Tuesday that there are no plans for future installments for Aurora, and that Bure will not be starring in any upcoming projects with the Crown Media Network.
It is unclear at this stage if this will be permanent, but it sure sounds like it's in response to Bure's move to Gac Family this week.
It was revealed Tuesday that the former Full House star had inked a megadeal with the company run by former Hallmark boss Bill Abbott.
As part of the deal, the former Full House star will take on a prominent executive role at the company to oversee and curate programming for the networks as a whole.
Additionally, through her Candy Rock Entertainment, she has...
The hit movie series starring Candace Cameron Bure is not expected to produce any new installments.
Variety reported Tuesday that there are no plans for future installments for Aurora, and that Bure will not be starring in any upcoming projects with the Crown Media Network.
It is unclear at this stage if this will be permanent, but it sure sounds like it's in response to Bure's move to Gac Family this week.
It was revealed Tuesday that the former Full House star had inked a megadeal with the company run by former Hallmark boss Bill Abbott.
As part of the deal, the former Full House star will take on a prominent executive role at the company to oversee and curate programming for the networks as a whole.
Additionally, through her Candy Rock Entertainment, she has...
- 4/20/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Aurora Teagarden’s future is now its own mystery, following Candace Cameron Bure‘s decision to leave Hallmark for a new deal at Gac Family.
According to our sister site Variety, there are no plans for additional films in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries franchise, which starred Bure in the title role. A total of 18 Aurora Teagarden movies, based on the books by True Blood author Charlaine Harris, were produced for Hallmark. The most recent — and now likely final — movie, “Haunted by Murder” aired in February 2022.
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According to our sister site Variety, there are no plans for additional films in the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries franchise, which starred Bure in the title role. A total of 18 Aurora Teagarden movies, based on the books by True Blood author Charlaine Harris, were produced for Hallmark. The most recent — and now likely final — movie, “Haunted by Murder” aired in February 2022.
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- 4/19/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
After 29 films with Hallmark Channel, Candace Cameron Bure will not be starring in any upcoming projects with the Crown Media network and there are no plans for new “Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” films, multiple sources tell Variety.
On Tuesday, Gac Media, run by former Crown Media president Bill Abbott, announced a megadeal with Bure. Not only will she develop, produce and star in programming across both Gac Family and Gac Living, she will also be in an executive role at Gac and help to curate programming for the networks overall.
She is set to develop and produce original content through her company, Candy Rock Entertainment, will help create year-round seasonal celebration content and will have a large part in the company’s annual “Great American Christmas.”
Although the new Gac deal is not exclusive, she will not appear in any holiday films on other networks in the 2022-2023 season.
“Crown Media...
On Tuesday, Gac Media, run by former Crown Media president Bill Abbott, announced a megadeal with Bure. Not only will she develop, produce and star in programming across both Gac Family and Gac Living, she will also be in an executive role at Gac and help to curate programming for the networks overall.
She is set to develop and produce original content through her company, Candy Rock Entertainment, will help create year-round seasonal celebration content and will have a large part in the company’s annual “Great American Christmas.”
Although the new Gac deal is not exclusive, she will not appear in any holiday films on other networks in the 2022-2023 season.
“Crown Media...
- 4/19/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Gac Family has closed a deal with another beloved Hallmark star.
The company today announced that they have signed Candace Cameron Bure to develop, produce and star in movies and television across Gac Family and Gac Living.
As part of the deal, the former Full House star will take on a prominent executive role at the company to oversee and curate programming for the networks as a whole.
Additionally, through her Candy Rock Entertainment, she has agreed to develop and produce original content for Gac’s channels.
Bure will also create year-round seasonal celebration content for the networks and play a key role in the company’s annual Great American Christmas franchise.
“Candace is adored by generations of fans as one of family entertainment’s most cherished and relatable stars,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media.
“She has helped build this genre into the mainstream success it is today,...
The company today announced that they have signed Candace Cameron Bure to develop, produce and star in movies and television across Gac Family and Gac Living.
As part of the deal, the former Full House star will take on a prominent executive role at the company to oversee and curate programming for the networks as a whole.
Additionally, through her Candy Rock Entertainment, she has agreed to develop and produce original content for Gac’s channels.
Bure will also create year-round seasonal celebration content for the networks and play a key role in the company’s annual Great American Christmas franchise.
“Candace is adored by generations of fans as one of family entertainment’s most cherished and relatable stars,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media.
“She has helped build this genre into the mainstream success it is today,...
- 4/19/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Gac Media has announced that Full House alum Candace Cameron Bure has signed an agreement with the company to develop, produce, and star in movies and television across Gac Family and Gac Living. The hiring of Bure continues Gac Media’s efforts to rebrand since bringing aboard former Crown Media CEO Bill Abbott last year. In September 2021, the former Great American Country network relaunched as Gac Family, aiming to present more family-oriented entertainment, similar to Abbott’s former employer Hallmark Channel. Bure herself was a Hallmark regular, playing the title character in Hallmark Channel’s film adaptation of the Aurora Teagarden novel series, as well as starring in many of the network’s holiday films, such as Christmas Town, If I Only Had Christmas, and The Christmas Contest. She will take on a prominent executive role at Gac, overseeing and curating programming for the networks. In addition, she will develop...
- 4/19/2022
- TV Insider
Another Hallmark Channel movie queen is giving up her throne for an opportunity to reign over its newest competitor.
Candace Cameron Bure, who has headlined more than two dozen movies for Hallmark since 2008, is the latest actress to ink a deal with Gac Family (fka Great American Country), following Danica McKellar.
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As announced by Gac on Tuesday morning, Bure will develop, produce and star...
Candace Cameron Bure, who has headlined more than two dozen movies for Hallmark since 2008, is the latest actress to ink a deal with Gac Family (fka Great American Country), following Danica McKellar.
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As announced by Gac on Tuesday morning, Bure will develop, produce and star...
- 4/19/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
The battle of the holiday content continues. Gac Media has signed longtime Hallmark staple Candace Cameron Bure to develop, produce and star in movies and television programming across Gac Family and Gac Living, Variety has confirmed. Additionally, Bure will take on a prominent executive role at the company and help to curate programming for the networks.
As part of the deal, the actor will develop and produce original content through her Candy Rock Entertainment company. She will also create year-round seasonal celebration content and will have a large part in the company’s annual Great American Christmas.
“Candace is adored by generations of fans as one of family entertainment’s most cherished and relatable stars,” says Bill Abbott, Gac Media president and CEO. “She has helped build this genre into the mainstream success it is today, and I look forward to working together at Gac Media as we further establish...
As part of the deal, the actor will develop and produce original content through her Candy Rock Entertainment company. She will also create year-round seasonal celebration content and will have a large part in the company’s annual Great American Christmas.
“Candace is adored by generations of fans as one of family entertainment’s most cherished and relatable stars,” says Bill Abbott, Gac Media president and CEO. “She has helped build this genre into the mainstream success it is today, and I look forward to working together at Gac Media as we further establish...
- 4/19/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Gac Media has signed Hallmark Channel staple Candace Cameron Bure to develop, produce and star in movies and TV shows for Gac Family and Gac Living, it was announced today. The Fuller House star is expected to take a prominent role in the company to help curate programming, and will develop and produce content for Gac channels through her Candy Rock Entertainment. Bure will also create year-round seasonal content for the network channels and help with the company’s annual Great American Christmas franchise.
Bure, who has headlined a slew of Christmas and other TV movies for the Hallmark Channel, is the latest Hallmark star to sign a deal with Gac Family, which is run by Bill Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network. Bure joins fellow Hallmark vets Jen Lilley,...
Bure, who has headlined a slew of Christmas and other TV movies for the Hallmark Channel, is the latest Hallmark star to sign a deal with Gac Family, which is run by Bill Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network. Bure joins fellow Hallmark vets Jen Lilley,...
- 4/19/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
The 2022 holiday season is underway at Gac Family. Merritt Patterson and Daniel Lissing will star in “Catering Christmas” (working title), set to begin production on April 3. The movie is the first announced movie in Gac Family’s annual Great American Christmas slate.
“Catering Christmas” follows Molly Frost (Patterson) as she struggles to launch her new catering business and unexpectedly lands New Hampshire’s biggest event of the year. Meanwhile, Carson Jacob Harrison (Lissing), manager of the event, is the very reluctant heir to his family’s foundation who needs a reminder of all the good is his family does.
Brad Krevoy, Eric Jarboe, Amanda Phillips, Amy Krell, Vince Balzano, Jimmy Townsend, Susie Belzberg Krevoy and Tw Peacocke executive produce. David Anselmo serves as producer while James Mou, Allan Fung, W. Michael Beard and Michael Shepard serve as supervising producers and Kaitlyn Greenough as associate producer. Peacocke directs the project, written by Cara J. Russell.
“Catering Christmas” follows Molly Frost (Patterson) as she struggles to launch her new catering business and unexpectedly lands New Hampshire’s biggest event of the year. Meanwhile, Carson Jacob Harrison (Lissing), manager of the event, is the very reluctant heir to his family’s foundation who needs a reminder of all the good is his family does.
Brad Krevoy, Eric Jarboe, Amanda Phillips, Amy Krell, Vince Balzano, Jimmy Townsend, Susie Belzberg Krevoy and Tw Peacocke executive produce. David Anselmo serves as producer while James Mou, Allan Fung, W. Michael Beard and Michael Shepard serve as supervising producers and Kaitlyn Greenough as associate producer. Peacocke directs the project, written by Cara J. Russell.
- 3/30/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Exceptional Minds, a not-for-profit professional training academy and studio designed to prepare individuals on the autism spectrum for careers in the digital art is among the inaugural winners of the Marvels of Media Awards presented by the Museum of the Moving Image.
The awards will be presented on March 31. The country’s very first media awards ceremony, film festival and exhibition celebrating media-makers on the autism spectrum. The open call for the first edition of this annual program received 3,071 nominations from 117 countries, from which 20 media works were chosen for awards in 12 categories including animated short, collaborative innovation, digital art, documentary, experimental film, mockumentary, narrative feature, narrative short, series, video game, student animated short and student video game.
“Through the Marvels of Media Awards, the Museum is further affirming our commitment to supporting the creative endeavors and pursuits of neurodiverse media-makers of all ages and backgrounds, and to help forge pathways...
The awards will be presented on March 31. The country’s very first media awards ceremony, film festival and exhibition celebrating media-makers on the autism spectrum. The open call for the first edition of this annual program received 3,071 nominations from 117 countries, from which 20 media works were chosen for awards in 12 categories including animated short, collaborative innovation, digital art, documentary, experimental film, mockumentary, narrative feature, narrative short, series, video game, student animated short and student video game.
“Through the Marvels of Media Awards, the Museum is further affirming our commitment to supporting the creative endeavors and pursuits of neurodiverse media-makers of all ages and backgrounds, and to help forge pathways...
- 3/17/2022
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Hallmark veteran Brennan Elliott is expanding his relationship with Crown Media Family Networks, with an exclusive, multi-picture overall deal.
Elliott, who most recently starred in Hallmark Channel films The Perfect Pairing and Open By Christmas, began working with the networks in 2013 when he was cast as Warren Saget in the original primetime series Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove. Since then, Elliott has been a regular presence on Hallmark Channel as well as Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and the All of My Heart franchise opposite Lacey Chabert, who also recently signed a multi-picture deal with Crown Media, and in the network’s original films such as A Christmas Melody and Love You Like Christmas.
Elliott additional credits include the role of Graham on all four seasons of UnReal and feature films Night At The Museum: Secret of the Tomb and Curse of Chucky, among others.
“Brennan brings tremendous talent and charisma to every role,...
Elliott, who most recently starred in Hallmark Channel films The Perfect Pairing and Open By Christmas, began working with the networks in 2013 when he was cast as Warren Saget in the original primetime series Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove. Since then, Elliott has been a regular presence on Hallmark Channel as well as Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and the All of My Heart franchise opposite Lacey Chabert, who also recently signed a multi-picture deal with Crown Media, and in the network’s original films such as A Christmas Melody and Love You Like Christmas.
Elliott additional credits include the role of Graham on all four seasons of UnReal and feature films Night At The Museum: Secret of the Tomb and Curse of Chucky, among others.
“Brennan brings tremendous talent and charisma to every role,...
- 3/15/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Hallmark veteran Lacey Chabert is expanding her relationship with parent company Crown Media Family Networks. Chabert has signed an exclusive multi-picture overall deal with Crown Media, under which she will headline and executive produce movies and develop other content for Hallmark Channel and other Hallmark platforms over the next two years.
“Lacey’s warmth, talent, relatability, and creative sensibilities have endeared her to millions of Hallmark viewers for more than ten years, making her one of our most in-demand stars,” said Lisa Hamilton Daly, EVP, Programming, Crown Media Family Networks. “In addition to shining on screen, Lacey is a prolific behind-the-scenes creative partner, developing and executive producing many of our highest-quality, most-beloved projects of all time. She inherently understands and embodies what our networks are all about – the transformational power of love and making people feel good – and we look forward to continuing our work with her to create heartfelt,...
“Lacey’s warmth, talent, relatability, and creative sensibilities have endeared her to millions of Hallmark viewers for more than ten years, making her one of our most in-demand stars,” said Lisa Hamilton Daly, EVP, Programming, Crown Media Family Networks. “In addition to shining on screen, Lacey is a prolific behind-the-scenes creative partner, developing and executive producing many of our highest-quality, most-beloved projects of all time. She inherently understands and embodies what our networks are all about – the transformational power of love and making people feel good – and we look forward to continuing our work with her to create heartfelt,...
- 2/21/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Multi-hyphenate Jessica Lowndes has signed a four-picture deal to star in, write, direct and executive produce original films for Gac Family.
The announcement follows the weekend premiere of Harmony From The Heart, in which Lowndes starred with Jesse Metcalfe. She also wrote the original screenplay and executive produced the film.
Lowndes is also the latest Hallmark Channel alum to sign a deal with Gac Family, which is run by Bill Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network. Lowndes joins fellow Hallmark Channel vets including Jen Lilley, Danica McKellar and Trevor Donovan, all of whom have signed multi-picture deals with Gac Family. Additionally, When Calls the Heart alums Lori Loughlin and Daniel Lissing reunited for the return of spinoff When Hope Calls on Gac Family.
Harmony From The Heart...
The announcement follows the weekend premiere of Harmony From The Heart, in which Lowndes starred with Jesse Metcalfe. She also wrote the original screenplay and executive produced the film.
Lowndes is also the latest Hallmark Channel alum to sign a deal with Gac Family, which is run by Bill Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network. Lowndes joins fellow Hallmark Channel vets including Jen Lilley, Danica McKellar and Trevor Donovan, all of whom have signed multi-picture deals with Gac Family. Additionally, When Calls the Heart alums Lori Loughlin and Daniel Lissing reunited for the return of spinoff When Hope Calls on Gac Family.
Harmony From The Heart...
- 2/15/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Update, 2:15 Pm: The Kitten Bowl has officially moved to Gac Media, following its cancellation on Hallmark Channel, with a new title. Renamed Great American Rescue Bowl, the special event will air on Gac Family on Super Bowl Sunday, February 12, 2023.
Great American Rescue Bowl, presented in association with North Shore Animal League North America, will feature kittens, puppies, cats and dogs available for adoption at shelters throughout the U.S.
The Kitten Bowl is credited with facilitating more than 75,000 shelter pet adoptions since premiering in 2014.
“The plight of animal homelessness continues to be pervasive throughout the country, so being able to televise a proven difference maker in helping pets find their forever homes was an easy decision,” said Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Gac Media. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome ‘Great American Rescue Bowl’ to Gac Family and are excited about this massive, fan-favorite event being an annual...
Great American Rescue Bowl, presented in association with North Shore Animal League North America, will feature kittens, puppies, cats and dogs available for adoption at shelters throughout the U.S.
The Kitten Bowl is credited with facilitating more than 75,000 shelter pet adoptions since premiering in 2014.
“The plight of animal homelessness continues to be pervasive throughout the country, so being able to televise a proven difference maker in helping pets find their forever homes was an easy decision,” said Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Gac Media. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome ‘Great American Rescue Bowl’ to Gac Family and are excited about this massive, fan-favorite event being an annual...
- 2/11/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
There's a new and exciting romance premiering on Gac Family this weekend, just in time for Valentine's Day.
Harmony from the Heart is a labor of love for Jessica Lowndes, who stars in the moving film, which she also wrote and executive produced.
The story follows a young woman named Violet who hopes to change lives through music therapy.
A musician herself, Jessica has crafted a story that has all of the romantic tropes you're used to seeing in similar movies you love to watch.
What you won't expect is how she's managed to infuse it with a unique freshness that sets Harmony from the Heart on a level all its own.
We had the chance to catch up with Jessica over Zoom this week, and she told us how she started writing Harmony from the Heart, which has been years in the making.
This isn't the first movie that Jessica produced,...
Harmony from the Heart is a labor of love for Jessica Lowndes, who stars in the moving film, which she also wrote and executive produced.
The story follows a young woman named Violet who hopes to change lives through music therapy.
A musician herself, Jessica has crafted a story that has all of the romantic tropes you're used to seeing in similar movies you love to watch.
What you won't expect is how she's managed to infuse it with a unique freshness that sets Harmony from the Heart on a level all its own.
We had the chance to catch up with Jessica over Zoom this week, and she told us how she started writing Harmony from the Heart, which has been years in the making.
This isn't the first movie that Jessica produced,...
- 2/11/2022
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Don’t worry: You’ll still get to see kittens on Super Bowl Sunday… just not this year. Soon after the Hallmark Channel’s cancellation of the Kitten Bowl, Gac Family has announced Great American Rescue Bowl, set to premiere next year on Sunday, February 12, 2023. The special event will showcase the many talents of adorable kittens, puppies, cats and dogs available for adoption at shelters throughout the US. More details, including information on adoption events, parties, special guest appearances, and rosters will be announced at a later time. Courtesy of Gac Family “The plight of animal homelessness continues to be pervasive throughout the country, so being able to televise a proven difference maker in helping pets find their forever homes was an easy decision,” Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Gac Media, said in a statement. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome Great American Rescue Bowl to Gac Family and are excited about this massive,...
- 2/11/2022
- TV Insider
Hallmark Channel’s loss is Gac Family’s gain.
Just days after Hallmark announced that it would no longer air the annual Kitten Bowl, rival network Gac Family has confirmed that it will revive (and expand upon) the popular franchise in 2023, when it returns as the newly christened Great American Rescue Bowl.
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Airing Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, the pet-friendly special will “showcase kittens,...
Just days after Hallmark announced that it would no longer air the annual Kitten Bowl, rival network Gac Family has confirmed that it will revive (and expand upon) the popular franchise in 2023, when it returns as the newly christened Great American Rescue Bowl.
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Airing Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, the pet-friendly special will “showcase kittens,...
- 2/11/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
The Kitten Bowl, once a Hallmark Channel staple, has officially moved to Gac Media, Variety can exclusively reveal. The new special, set to premiere on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, will be titled “Great American Rescue Bowl.”
“The plight of animal homelessness continues to be pervasive throughout the country, so being able to televise a proven difference maker in helping pets find their forever homes was an easy decision,” says Gac Media CEO Bill Abbott. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome ‘Great American Rescue Bowl’ to Gac Family and are excited about this massive, fan-favorite event being an annual anchor to the network’s pet-centric programming.”
“Great American Rescue Bowl” will showcase kittens, puppies, cats and dogs, available for adoption at shelters all over the country.
The Kitten Bowl facilitated more than 75,000 shelter pet adoptions since its 2014 debut and always partnered with North Shore Animal League America.
“I couldn’t be more excited...
“The plight of animal homelessness continues to be pervasive throughout the country, so being able to televise a proven difference maker in helping pets find their forever homes was an easy decision,” says Gac Media CEO Bill Abbott. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome ‘Great American Rescue Bowl’ to Gac Family and are excited about this massive, fan-favorite event being an annual anchor to the network’s pet-centric programming.”
“Great American Rescue Bowl” will showcase kittens, puppies, cats and dogs, available for adoption at shelters all over the country.
The Kitten Bowl facilitated more than 75,000 shelter pet adoptions since its 2014 debut and always partnered with North Shore Animal League America.
“I couldn’t be more excited...
- 2/11/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Hallmark Channel’s catstravaganza is no more.
The network has cancelled the annual Kitten Bowl, revealing on social media that it has no plans to revive the paw-some Super Bowl alternative in the near future.
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“While we are not currently developing original animal-centric programming, Hallmark Channel is pleased to support partners like North Shore Animal League America as part of...
The network has cancelled the annual Kitten Bowl, revealing on social media that it has no plans to revive the paw-some Super Bowl alternative in the near future.
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“While we are not currently developing original animal-centric programming, Hallmark Channel is pleased to support partners like North Shore Animal League America as part of...
- 2/7/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
For the last eight years, those who weren’t watching football on Super Bowl Sunday had the heartwarming option of instead seeing kittens roll around on turf for three hours. That tradition, Hallmark’s annual Kitten Bowl, will not continue this year, and Gac Media is looking into acquiring the program, Variety has learned exclusively.
“While we are not currently developing original animal-centric programming, Hallmark Channel is pleased to support partners like North Shore Animal League America as part of our commitment to social responsibility initiatives,” a rep for the network shared via Facebook on Saturday, Feb. 5, when a fan inquired about the event previously coined as “the nation’s most beloved rescue pet adoption event of the year.”
Shortly after the remark, former president and CEO of Hallmark parent company Crown Media Bill Abbott shared his disappointment on Twitter. “Kitten Bowl was a passion project that everyone involved will...
“While we are not currently developing original animal-centric programming, Hallmark Channel is pleased to support partners like North Shore Animal League America as part of our commitment to social responsibility initiatives,” a rep for the network shared via Facebook on Saturday, Feb. 5, when a fan inquired about the event previously coined as “the nation’s most beloved rescue pet adoption event of the year.”
Shortly after the remark, former president and CEO of Hallmark parent company Crown Media Bill Abbott shared his disappointment on Twitter. “Kitten Bowl was a passion project that everyone involved will...
- 2/7/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Jen Lilley is the latest Hallmark Channel alumna to get into business with Gac Media. Lilley, who starred in several holiday movies for Hallmark, has signed a multi-picture overall deal with Gac Media, whose flagship brands include Gac Family and Gac Living. As part of the deal, Lilley will star in four original movies over the next two years.
Lilley, best known for her long running roles on NBC’s Days of Our Lives and ABC’s General Hospital, most recently starred in TV movie Where Your Heart Belongs, for Hallmark Channel. On the big screen, she appeared in Oscar-winning film, The Artist.
The actor, singer/songwriter recently starred in Gac Family’s, Royally Wrapped for Christmas, part of the network’s first-ever Great American Christmas franchise. Lilley has also released two popular music albums, including the 60s-inspired Hindsight in 2020 and the Christmas album Tinsel Time in 2015.
“Aside from...
Lilley, best known for her long running roles on NBC’s Days of Our Lives and ABC’s General Hospital, most recently starred in TV movie Where Your Heart Belongs, for Hallmark Channel. On the big screen, she appeared in Oscar-winning film, The Artist.
The actor, singer/songwriter recently starred in Gac Family’s, Royally Wrapped for Christmas, part of the network’s first-ever Great American Christmas franchise. Lilley has also released two popular music albums, including the 60s-inspired Hindsight in 2020 and the Christmas album Tinsel Time in 2015.
“Aside from...
- 1/10/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Hallmark Channel veterans Jessica Lowndes and Jesse Metcalfe have been tapped to star in Harmony From The Heart, a Gac Family film set for premiere on February 12. Lowndes also wrote the film and will executive produce, and performs several of the film’s original songs, which she also wrote and produced. Production is underway.
Lowndes and Metcalfe are the latest Hallmark Channel alums who have joined Gac Family projects. Gac Family CEO and President Bill Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Former Hallmark Channel stars Danica McKellar and Trevor Donovan have both signed multi-picture deals with Gac Family. Additionally, When Calls the Heart alums Lori Loughlin and Daniel Lissing have reunited for the return of spinoff When Hope Calls on Gac Family.
In Harmony From The Heart, Violet (Lowndes) has a shot at...
Lowndes and Metcalfe are the latest Hallmark Channel alums who have joined Gac Family projects. Gac Family CEO and President Bill Abbott has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel. Former Hallmark Channel stars Danica McKellar and Trevor Donovan have both signed multi-picture deals with Gac Family. Additionally, When Calls the Heart alums Lori Loughlin and Daniel Lissing have reunited for the return of spinoff When Hope Calls on Gac Family.
In Harmony From The Heart, Violet (Lowndes) has a shot at...
- 12/8/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Trevor Donovan has been very busy this holiday season.
He's already starred in Nantucket Noel for Hallmark, and this Sunday, he's sharing the spotlight with Merritt Patterson for Jingle Bell Christmas on Gac Family.
Trevor took some time out of his day while driving north to share Thanksgiving with his family to chat about his latest projects and an exciting new fan experience that may soon be coming to a city near you.
You probably haven't heard of it yet, but RomaDrama gets a lot of your favorite talent from TV rom-coms and holiday movies together in one place and offers you a chance to meet and greet talent and hear from them on a variety of topics.
The first was in Nashville, and Trevor was thrilled to be a part of it. "I've never been to a convention like this, but it went really well. We had a bunch of live performances,...
He's already starred in Nantucket Noel for Hallmark, and this Sunday, he's sharing the spotlight with Merritt Patterson for Jingle Bell Christmas on Gac Family.
Trevor took some time out of his day while driving north to share Thanksgiving with his family to chat about his latest projects and an exciting new fan experience that may soon be coming to a city near you.
You probably haven't heard of it yet, but RomaDrama gets a lot of your favorite talent from TV rom-coms and holiday movies together in one place and offers you a chance to meet and greet talent and hear from them on a variety of topics.
The first was in Nashville, and Trevor was thrilled to be a part of it. "I've never been to a convention like this, but it went really well. We had a bunch of live performances,...
- 12/3/2021
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
As TV programmers prepare for the holiday season, Gac Family is ready to give other networks a run for their money with its debut lineup of festive films and programming. But you might be wondering — what is Gac Family? TV Insider has you covered with everything you need to know about the recently-launched channel, including which Hallmark Channel mainstays made the switch to the family-friendly network this fall. Scroll down for the scoop. What is Gac Family? Gac Media, aka Great American Channels, is owned by Bill Abbott, the former CEO of Hallmark Channel’s parent company, Crown Media Family Networks. He acquired the channel in June 2021 after stepping down from his role following some network backlash in 2020. Gac Family and Gac Living both launched in September 2021 and will mark Lori Loughlin’s return to television in a new season of Hallmark’s former series When Hope Calls, premiering on...
- 11/2/2021
- TV Insider
One of Hallmark Channel‘s go-to actresses has set her sights on a new basic cable home.
Danica McKellar, who has headlined more than a half-dozen “Countdown to Christmas” movies for Hallmark since 2015, is departing the network for a new competitor: Gac Family (fka Great American Country). Per Deadline, the Wonder Years vet has signed an exclusive deal with the cabler to star in and executive-produce four new films, beginning with The Winter Palace (premiering in January 2022).
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Danica McKellar, who has headlined more than a half-dozen “Countdown to Christmas” movies for Hallmark since 2015, is departing the network for a new competitor: Gac Family (fka Great American Country). Per Deadline, the Wonder Years vet has signed an exclusive deal with the cabler to star in and executive-produce four new films, beginning with The Winter Palace (premiering in January 2022).
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- 10/26/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Danica McKellar, longtime star of holiday movies for Hallmark Channel, is getting into business with Gac Media. McKellar has signed a four-picture deal to star in and executive produce original films for the company’s flagship networks, Gac Family and Gac Living. For her first project, McKellar stars in and executive produces the original movie, The Winter Palace premiering in January 2022 on Gac Family.
“Danica is a world-class talent who is among TV’s most beloved and enduring stars,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media. “Her combination of creativity and passion is second to none, and I am thrilled to have her join Gac’s close-knit family.”
Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel, has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network, and McKellar is the latest. Among the biggest draws to cable television during the holiday season,...
“Danica is a world-class talent who is among TV’s most beloved and enduring stars,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media. “Her combination of creativity and passion is second to none, and I am thrilled to have her join Gac’s close-knit family.”
Abbott, former CEO of Crown Media Family Networks, parent of Hallmark Channel, has been bringing in established Hallmark Channel talent he worked with while running the network, and McKellar is the latest. Among the biggest draws to cable television during the holiday season,...
- 10/26/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Lori Loughlin‘s Abigail Stanton resurfaces in a promo for When Hope Calls Season 2 — and she’s not the only When Calls the Heart transplant making a comeback.
The Wcth spinoff moves to a new network — Gac Family (fka Great American Country) — with its Season 2 opener, which doubles as a two-part Christmas special. Airing Saturday, Dec. 18, When Hope Calls Christmas sees Abigail and her adopted son Cody (Carter Ryan) bring a troubled boy to Lillian’s orphanage. Abigail also has “a profound conversation with a dear friend from the past,” per the official logline.
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The Wcth spinoff moves to a new network — Gac Family (fka Great American Country) — with its Season 2 opener, which doubles as a two-part Christmas special. Airing Saturday, Dec. 18, When Hope Calls Christmas sees Abigail and her adopted son Cody (Carter Ryan) bring a troubled boy to Lillian’s orphanage. Abigail also has “a profound conversation with a dear friend from the past,” per the official logline.
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- 10/22/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Susie Abromeit (Jessica Jones) is expanding her relationship with Gac Family with a new overall deal. Under the pact, Abromeit will star in four original films on the cable channel and host Gac Family Original Movie Nights. In addition to the deal, Abromeit will star in the previously announced holiday movie Much Ado About Christmas, which is set to premiere October 30 as part of Gac Family’s “Great American Christmas” franchise.
Gac Family (formerly Great American Country) launched on September 27 under the tagline “Stories Well Told” and features family-friendly, holiday-themed movies and series that celebrate American culture, lifestyle and heritage.
“Susie is a world-renowned talent who is remarkably versatile and talented,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media. “We’re excited to have her on board and look forward to working with her on an entertaining slate of upcoming movies.”
Abromeit is known for her role as Pam in Netflix’s Jessica Jones.
Gac Family (formerly Great American Country) launched on September 27 under the tagline “Stories Well Told” and features family-friendly, holiday-themed movies and series that celebrate American culture, lifestyle and heritage.
“Susie is a world-renowned talent who is remarkably versatile and talented,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Gac Media. “We’re excited to have her on board and look forward to working with her on an entertaining slate of upcoming movies.”
Abromeit is known for her role as Pam in Netflix’s Jessica Jones.
- 10/7/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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