countdown to Christmas – Photo: Tyler Hynes, Paul Campbell, Andrew Walker Credit: ©2022 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Bettina Strauss
Hallmark Channel brings ‘tidings of comfort and joy’ while announcing its full lineup of the Christmas in July 2024 programming event.
Meanwhile, the lineup for the 12th annual event brings back some holiday favorites, as well as two new and original holiday movies. Read on to find out what we can look forward to in this year’s Christmas in July.
Hallmark Channel Christmas in July 2024
This year’s Christmas in July programming event kicks off on June 28 and runs through July 8, offering a selection of past favorites and two new holiday movies.
Meanwhile, besides the movies, fans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorites weekly on the network’s Hallmark Movie Checklist App up until June 23. Moreover, during the summer, viewers will also have a chance to win a VIP trip for...
Hallmark Channel brings ‘tidings of comfort and joy’ while announcing its full lineup of the Christmas in July 2024 programming event.
Meanwhile, the lineup for the 12th annual event brings back some holiday favorites, as well as two new and original holiday movies. Read on to find out what we can look forward to in this year’s Christmas in July.
Hallmark Channel Christmas in July 2024
This year’s Christmas in July programming event kicks off on June 28 and runs through July 8, offering a selection of past favorites and two new holiday movies.
Meanwhile, besides the movies, fans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorites weekly on the network’s Hallmark Movie Checklist App up until June 23. Moreover, during the summer, viewers will also have a chance to win a VIP trip for...
- 6/3/2024
- by Anne King
- Celebrating The Soaps
Ready for a Holly Jolly Summer? Hallmark’s Christmas In July is back for its 12th year. Moreover, there are two new Christmas movies that star Rebecca Dalton and Marcus Rosner, and Katie Leclerc and Ryan McPartlin. Also, the network premiere of the Three Wise Men And A Baby extended cut, and the television premiere of the fan-favorite Rescuing Christmas. Most of all, fans don’t want to miss out on a new holiday movie premiere on Hallmark Movies Now starring Ashley Newbrough and Christopher Russell.
Here are all the details including the start date, the movie premiere dates, how viewers can vote for their favorites, and even a contest.
Photo: Bethany Joy Lenz, Kristoffer Polaha
Credit: ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: David Scott Holloway Hallmark’s Christmas In July Starts In June
Hallmark’s 12th annual Christmas In July is kicking off in June. According to TV Insider, the network will...
Here are all the details including the start date, the movie premiere dates, how viewers can vote for their favorites, and even a contest.
Photo: Bethany Joy Lenz, Kristoffer Polaha
Credit: ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: David Scott Holloway Hallmark’s Christmas In July Starts In June
Hallmark’s 12th annual Christmas In July is kicking off in June. According to TV Insider, the network will...
- 6/1/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
Hold onto your Santa hats!
We are less than seven months away from Christmas, which means we’re one month away from Christmas in July.
You know what that means: A New Hallmark Christmas movie!
Hallmark Channel announces the return of its popular Christmas in July programming event, now in its 12th year. This event features holiday movies all month long for a sum total of over 500 hours of programming!
Viewers will be gifted two original movie premieres, Falling Like Snowflakes, starring Rebecca Dalton and Marcus Rosner, premiering Saturday, June 29 at 8/7c, and A Very Vermont Christmas, starring Katie Leclerc and Ryan McPartlin, premiering Saturday, July 20 at 8/7c.
You can also enjoy the television premieres of Rescuing Christmas, An Ice Palace Romance, and Three Wise Men and a Baby: Extended Cut.
The Christmas in July Fan Favorite Marathon returns starting Friday, June 28 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt through Monday,...
We are less than seven months away from Christmas, which means we’re one month away from Christmas in July.
You know what that means: A New Hallmark Christmas movie!
Hallmark Channel announces the return of its popular Christmas in July programming event, now in its 12th year. This event features holiday movies all month long for a sum total of over 500 hours of programming!
Viewers will be gifted two original movie premieres, Falling Like Snowflakes, starring Rebecca Dalton and Marcus Rosner, premiering Saturday, June 29 at 8/7c, and A Very Vermont Christmas, starring Katie Leclerc and Ryan McPartlin, premiering Saturday, July 20 at 8/7c.
You can also enjoy the television premieres of Rescuing Christmas, An Ice Palace Romance, and Three Wise Men and a Baby: Extended Cut.
The Christmas in July Fan Favorite Marathon returns starting Friday, June 28 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt through Monday,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Hallmark Channel is launching its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience [Image courtesy Hallmark Media]
Hallmark Channel is rightfully famous for its Countdown to Christmas, where it airs all the latest holiday movies. Now, the feel-good network is taking things further by announcing its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience.
During the experience, fans will enjoy new holiday magic for free. Moreover, they can elevate the experience with VIP Ticketed Events, including fan-favorite Hallmark stars and artists.
About the Hallmark Christmas Experience
According to the press release, the popular feel-good network is inviting its fans and viewers to immerse themselves in the “ultimate holiday season tradition,” with its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience.
Hallmark Channel is launching its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience [Image courtesy Hallmark Media
Moreover, they will get to enjoy all-new holiday magic for free. Meanwhile, they can elevate the experience with VIP ticketed events, including fan-favorite Hallmark stars and artists. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at experiencehallmarkchristmas.
Hallmark Channel is rightfully famous for its Countdown to Christmas, where it airs all the latest holiday movies. Now, the feel-good network is taking things further by announcing its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience.
During the experience, fans will enjoy new holiday magic for free. Moreover, they can elevate the experience with VIP Ticketed Events, including fan-favorite Hallmark stars and artists.
About the Hallmark Christmas Experience
According to the press release, the popular feel-good network is inviting its fans and viewers to immerse themselves in the “ultimate holiday season tradition,” with its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience.
Hallmark Channel is launching its first-ever Hallmark Christmas Experience [Image courtesy Hallmark Media
Moreover, they will get to enjoy all-new holiday magic for free. Meanwhile, they can elevate the experience with VIP ticketed events, including fan-favorite Hallmark stars and artists. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at experiencehallmarkchristmas.
- 5/17/2024
- by Anne King
- Celebrating The Soaps
Photo: Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker Credit: ©2022 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Craig Minielly
Sleuthers love the Hallmark Mystery franchise Curious Caterer, starring Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker. Fans also enjoyed seeing the pair in a Countdown to Christmas movie, A Dream Of Christmas. Fast forward to now, and Nikki opened up about her Christmas wish, involving a sequel to that holiday movie. Will DeLoach’s wish come true on Hallmark?
Hallmark’s Nikki DeLoach wants a sequel with Andrew Walker Photo: Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker Credit: ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Syd Wong
Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker are well-known for their Hallmark Mystery franchise, Curious Caterer and a holiday movie, A Dream of Christmas. In a recent interview, Nikki was promoting the latest movie in the mystery franchise, but the talented actress also spoke of a Christmas wish that is close to her heart. She wants to work with Andrew...
Sleuthers love the Hallmark Mystery franchise Curious Caterer, starring Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker. Fans also enjoyed seeing the pair in a Countdown to Christmas movie, A Dream Of Christmas. Fast forward to now, and Nikki opened up about her Christmas wish, involving a sequel to that holiday movie. Will DeLoach’s wish come true on Hallmark?
Hallmark’s Nikki DeLoach wants a sequel with Andrew Walker Photo: Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker Credit: ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Syd Wong
Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker are well-known for their Hallmark Mystery franchise, Curious Caterer and a holiday movie, A Dream of Christmas. In a recent interview, Nikki was promoting the latest movie in the mystery franchise, but the talented actress also spoke of a Christmas wish that is close to her heart. She wants to work with Andrew...
- 5/8/2024
- by Anne King
- Celebrating The Soaps
Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker co-star in the hugely successful Hallmark Mystery series Curious Caterer. While promoting the latest movie in that franchise, the talented actress, producer, and writer spoke about a Christmas wish that includes working with Andrew again.
What specific Christmas sequel project does Nikki want to do with Andrew?
Hallmark-Photo: Andrew Walker, Nikki DeLoach Credit: ©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Steven Ackerman Could Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker Star In Another Hallmark Christmas Movie?
Although Hallmark is airing their Countdown to Summer movies, many of the stars are focused on Christmas. That is because Countdown To Christmas is a big deal at the feel-good network. Therefore, it is of no surprise that Nikki DeLoach recently told US Magazine that she has a big Christmas wish. She wants to make another Christmas movie with Andrew Walker. Moreover, she wants to do a sequel. That is because...
What specific Christmas sequel project does Nikki want to do with Andrew?
Hallmark-Photo: Andrew Walker, Nikki DeLoach Credit: ©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Steven Ackerman Could Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker Star In Another Hallmark Christmas Movie?
Although Hallmark is airing their Countdown to Summer movies, many of the stars are focused on Christmas. That is because Countdown To Christmas is a big deal at the feel-good network. Therefore, it is of no surprise that Nikki DeLoach recently told US Magazine that she has a big Christmas wish. She wants to make another Christmas movie with Andrew Walker. Moreover, she wants to do a sequel. That is because...
- 5/5/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
Meghan Ory stars as Bonnie in the new Hallmark Channel movie The Secret Gift of Christmas and it’s time to learn more about her!
The 41-year-old actress is best known for her work in the CBS series Intelligence and for playing Red Riding Hood in the ABC series Once Upon a Time.
Meghan has appeared in many projects for Hallmark Channel and now she’s back on the network!
So, who is Meghan‘s husband?
Keep reading to find out more…
She has been married to actor John Reardon since 2008 and they met while working together on the 2006 mini-series Merlin’s Apprentice. Most recently, they worked together again on a couple episodes of John‘s series Hudson & Rex, which airs on the Canadian network Citytv.
Meghan and John are the parents of three children!
Make sure to learn more about Meghan‘s co-star Christopher Russell as well!
Check out...
The 41-year-old actress is best known for her work in the CBS series Intelligence and for playing Red Riding Hood in the ABC series Once Upon a Time.
Meghan has appeared in many projects for Hallmark Channel and now she’s back on the network!
So, who is Meghan‘s husband?
Keep reading to find out more…
She has been married to actor John Reardon since 2008 and they met while working together on the 2006 mini-series Merlin’s Apprentice. Most recently, they worked together again on a couple episodes of John‘s series Hudson & Rex, which airs on the Canadian network Citytv.
Meghan and John are the parents of three children!
Make sure to learn more about Meghan‘s co-star Christopher Russell as well!
Check out...
- 12/15/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Christopher Russell is starring as Patrick in the new Hallmark Channel movie The Secret Gift of Christmas and it’s time to learn more about him!
The 40-year-old actor has been featured in lots of Hallmark movies in the past and he’s also known for roles in TV shows like UnREAL, Day of the Dead, Supernatural, and more.
Christopher‘s official bio on the Hallmark site confirms that he “currently lives in Vancouver with his wife and his two children.”
So, who is his wife?
Keep reading to find out more…
Christopher has been married to former Playboy Playmate model Tailor James for over a decade and they’ve been together since 2004!
On their anniversary in 2018, Christopher posted, “14 years later and my heart still skips a beat when you walk in the room. Happy anniversary to the #loveofmylife #loveatfirstsight #soulmate.”
Check out some of their cute Instagram photos below…...
The 40-year-old actor has been featured in lots of Hallmark movies in the past and he’s also known for roles in TV shows like UnREAL, Day of the Dead, Supernatural, and more.
Christopher‘s official bio on the Hallmark site confirms that he “currently lives in Vancouver with his wife and his two children.”
So, who is his wife?
Keep reading to find out more…
Christopher has been married to former Playboy Playmate model Tailor James for over a decade and they’ve been together since 2004!
On their anniversary in 2018, Christopher posted, “14 years later and my heart still skips a beat when you walk in the room. Happy anniversary to the #loveofmylife #loveatfirstsight #soulmate.”
Check out some of their cute Instagram photos below…...
- 12/15/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Fans of heartwarming Hallmark originals should check out Sling TV to watch that channel, as well as Hallmark Drama and Hallmark Movies and Mysteries.
The holiday season doesn’t provide one with many opportunities to slow down. It seems to be all hustle and bustle every year, with no time to stop and enjoy the season for all the warmth, brightness, and love it’s supposed to bring.
That’s why, when you do get a chance to take a breath before Christmas, you should take a look into Sling TV. This live TV streaming service carries some of the most in-demand cable channels out there like ESPN, Fox News, MSNBC, and TNT, and with packages starting at $40 per month, it’s one of the best values in live TV.
Get 50% Off $40+ / month sling.com What New Christmas Movies Are Coming to Hallmark Channel in 2023?
With apologies to Mariah Carey,...
The holiday season doesn’t provide one with many opportunities to slow down. It seems to be all hustle and bustle every year, with no time to stop and enjoy the season for all the warmth, brightness, and love it’s supposed to bring.
That’s why, when you do get a chance to take a breath before Christmas, you should take a look into Sling TV. This live TV streaming service carries some of the most in-demand cable channels out there like ESPN, Fox News, MSNBC, and TNT, and with packages starting at $40 per month, it’s one of the best values in live TV.
Get 50% Off $40+ / month sling.com What New Christmas Movies Are Coming to Hallmark Channel in 2023?
With apologies to Mariah Carey,...
- 12/8/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
There are no fewer than six series beginning this week, with the return of For All Mankind and The Santa Clauses at the top of the list.
New series include Lawmen: Bass Reeves, The Buccaneers, Colin from Accounts, and The Buccaneers.
Those of us with streaming and cable (for all things Christmas) will have nothing to fear when it comes to a lack of content!
Saturday, November 4
8/7c Never Been Chris’d (Hallmark)
What’s Christmas without a healthy helping of Tyler Hynes?
In this delightful movie, best friends Naomi and Liz return home and run right into their shared high school crush – the dreamy Chris Silver.
What happens next establishes Never Been Chris’d as a new holiday classic by exploring how a different perspective can change your life.
8/7c A Dash of Christmas (Gaf)
Baking and Christmas? Who ever thought?
In this Gaf original, to apply for her dream job at a foodie startup,...
New series include Lawmen: Bass Reeves, The Buccaneers, Colin from Accounts, and The Buccaneers.
Those of us with streaming and cable (for all things Christmas) will have nothing to fear when it comes to a lack of content!
Saturday, November 4
8/7c Never Been Chris’d (Hallmark)
What’s Christmas without a healthy helping of Tyler Hynes?
In this delightful movie, best friends Naomi and Liz return home and run right into their shared high school crush – the dreamy Chris Silver.
What happens next establishes Never Been Chris’d as a new holiday classic by exploring how a different perspective can change your life.
8/7c A Dash of Christmas (Gaf)
Baking and Christmas? Who ever thought?
In this Gaf original, to apply for her dream job at a foodie startup,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Originally slated to launch on Oct. 20, Gaf moved up its launch and will now premiere its holiday programming one week before the Hallmark Channel.
You better hurry and haul out the holly, because Great American Family has decided that it cannot wait to get the holiday celebrations underway. So, the fast-growing cable channel announced on Thursday that its annual Great American Christmas programming block was moving up its premiere date by one week and will now kick off on Friday, Oct. 13. Holiday films will start airing on the network at 6 a.m. Et on Friday, and the first world premiere original film, “Destined 2: Christmas Once More,” will air on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. Et.
Great American Family’s annual holiday movie event will kick off on Friday, Oct. 13 at 6 a.m. Et. This year’s Great American Christmas will feature 20 original films. Gaf’s holiday celebration will air...
You better hurry and haul out the holly, because Great American Family has decided that it cannot wait to get the holiday celebrations underway. So, the fast-growing cable channel announced on Thursday that its annual Great American Christmas programming block was moving up its premiere date by one week and will now kick off on Friday, Oct. 13. Holiday films will start airing on the network at 6 a.m. Et on Friday, and the first world premiere original film, “Destined 2: Christmas Once More,” will air on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. Et.
Great American Family’s annual holiday movie event will kick off on Friday, Oct. 13 at 6 a.m. Et. This year’s Great American Christmas will feature 20 original films. Gaf’s holiday celebration will air...
- 10/12/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
It might still technically be summer for a few more days, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t start thinking about the holidays, and Great American Family is here to help. The fast-growing cable channel has announced its full slate of original movies and stars for its upcoming Great American Christmas extravaganza that will kick off on Friday, Oct. 20. While the specific dates and times for each film will be announced as the holidays approach, the cabler confirmed that the first of 20 original holiday films will premiere on Saturday, Oct. 21.
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With just over a month to go before the around-the-clock holiday celebration begins, it’s time to figure out your best streaming option to keep up on all of the Gaf original holiday films. If finding the cheapest way to stream feel-good, original holiday movies are your singular goal, then Frndly TV is your best option.
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With just over a month to go before the around-the-clock holiday celebration begins, it’s time to figure out your best streaming option to keep up on all of the Gaf original holiday films. If finding the cheapest way to stream feel-good, original holiday movies are your singular goal, then Frndly TV is your best option.
- 9/18/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Gac Family Holiday Slate Includes Movies Starring Danica McKellar, Chad Michael Murray, & Jen Lilley
As the cold nights draw nearer, one thing draws clearer:
It's almost Christmas, which means we're getting exciting Holiday-themed programming.
Great American Family on Monday unveiled the 20 original movies that will comprise its third annual Great American Christmas.
Thankfully, plenty of familiar faces help bring these movies to life.
Check out the entire slate below.
12 Games of Christmas, starring Johnny Ramey and Felisha Cooper.
In 12 Games of Christmas, a group of old friends and neighbors are transported into a Christmas-themed board game during a Christmas party.
A Christmas Blessing, starring Lori Loughlin, James Tupper, and Jesse Hutch.
A TV chef (Loughlin) is divinely inspired to take over her late aunt's charity with help from a new friend (Hutch) and handsome business associate next door (Tupper).
A Christmas Commission (wt), starring Sarah Fisher and Simon Arblaster.
Two rival realtors (Fisher and Arblaster) are forced to work together to sell one special house before Christmas.
It's almost Christmas, which means we're getting exciting Holiday-themed programming.
Great American Family on Monday unveiled the 20 original movies that will comprise its third annual Great American Christmas.
Thankfully, plenty of familiar faces help bring these movies to life.
Check out the entire slate below.
12 Games of Christmas, starring Johnny Ramey and Felisha Cooper.
In 12 Games of Christmas, a group of old friends and neighbors are transported into a Christmas-themed board game during a Christmas party.
A Christmas Blessing, starring Lori Loughlin, James Tupper, and Jesse Hutch.
A TV chef (Loughlin) is divinely inspired to take over her late aunt's charity with help from a new friend (Hutch) and handsome business associate next door (Tupper).
A Christmas Commission (wt), starring Sarah Fisher and Simon Arblaster.
Two rival realtors (Fisher and Arblaster) are forced to work together to sell one special house before Christmas.
- 9/18/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Adam Bakri (Hell’s Gate) leads the cast of Fox’s Accused season one episode 13, “Samir’s Story.” Directed by Sameh Zoabi from a script by Daniel Pearle and Arlo Gordon, episode 13 is set to air on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
In addition to Adam Bakri as the episode’s title character, “Samir’s Story” stars Anne Bedian as Rita Khalil, Julia Golandani Telles as Alice Baylor, Matthew James Thomas as Tom Braddick, and Matthew Edison as Ada Simon Stacher. Daniel Maslany is Eli DeMille, Christopher Russell is Josh, and Victor Ertmanis is Branson.
“Samir’s Story” Plot: A limo driver’s infatuation with one of his riders leads him down a dark path.
Adam Bakri and Julia Golden Telles in the “Samir’s Story” episode of ‘Accused’ (Photo by Steve Wilkie © 2023 Fox Media LLC)
Accused Season 1 Description:
Accused is a collection of 15 intense, topical, and exquisitely human stories of crime and punishment.
In addition to Adam Bakri as the episode’s title character, “Samir’s Story” stars Anne Bedian as Rita Khalil, Julia Golandani Telles as Alice Baylor, Matthew James Thomas as Tom Braddick, and Matthew Edison as Ada Simon Stacher. Daniel Maslany is Eli DeMille, Christopher Russell is Josh, and Victor Ertmanis is Branson.
“Samir’s Story” Plot: A limo driver’s infatuation with one of his riders leads him down a dark path.
Adam Bakri and Julia Golden Telles in the “Samir’s Story” episode of ‘Accused’ (Photo by Steve Wilkie © 2023 Fox Media LLC)
Accused Season 1 Description:
Accused is a collection of 15 intense, topical, and exquisitely human stories of crime and punishment.
- 4/19/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
CNN This Morning has tapped Lauren Mensch and Chris Russell as its new executive producers, an effort to bolster the network’s morning show after its debut in November.
They will succeed Eric Hall, who departed in January to helm the 11 Pm hour of CNN Tonight hosted by Laura Coates.
Mensch will serve as EP and showrunner, overseeing the execution of the 6-9 a.m. Et show and leading its editorial direction. Russell will executive produce during the dayside and evening hours, focused on editorial and infrastructure for the following morning. They will report to Ryan Kadro, senior vice president of content strategy.
Mensch most recently was the EP of CNN Newsroom with Alisyn Camerota and Victor Blackwell, in a tenure that included coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the January 6th insurrection. She also was executive producer on CNN-Sesame Street town halls focused on Covid and race relations,...
They will succeed Eric Hall, who departed in January to helm the 11 Pm hour of CNN Tonight hosted by Laura Coates.
Mensch will serve as EP and showrunner, overseeing the execution of the 6-9 a.m. Et show and leading its editorial direction. Russell will executive produce during the dayside and evening hours, focused on editorial and infrastructure for the following morning. They will report to Ryan Kadro, senior vice president of content strategy.
Mensch most recently was the EP of CNN Newsroom with Alisyn Camerota and Victor Blackwell, in a tenure that included coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the January 6th insurrection. She also was executive producer on CNN-Sesame Street town halls focused on Covid and race relations,...
- 3/13/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Lauren Mensch and Chris Russell will take over the reins of “CNN This Morning” as the flagship program’s new co-executive producers, the network announced Monday.
According to a press release from the network, Mensch will “lead editorial direction and oversee control room execution to bring the show to air every weekday morning from 6-9 a.m. Et.” Meanwhile, Russell joins CNN to executive produce during the dayside and evening hours, “bolstering the show’s 24-hour infrastructure and editorial operations so it’s best positioned for the following morning.”
The pair will report to Ryan Kadro, CNN’s senior vice president of content strategy, and will both be based out of the New York Bureau.
“In just over four months, ‘CNN This Morning’ has become a destination for top newsmakers and is well positioned to grow under the leadership of Lauren and Chris, who bring years of experience producing exciting and relevant morning television,...
According to a press release from the network, Mensch will “lead editorial direction and oversee control room execution to bring the show to air every weekday morning from 6-9 a.m. Et.” Meanwhile, Russell joins CNN to executive produce during the dayside and evening hours, “bolstering the show’s 24-hour infrastructure and editorial operations so it’s best positioned for the following morning.”
The pair will report to Ryan Kadro, CNN’s senior vice president of content strategy, and will both be based out of the New York Bureau.
“In just over four months, ‘CNN This Morning’ has become a destination for top newsmakers and is well positioned to grow under the leadership of Lauren and Chris, who bring years of experience producing exciting and relevant morning television,...
- 3/13/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
In an unusual setup for a cable news program, CNN has hired two executive producers to try and rejuvenate its CNN This Morning program, which is anchored by Don Lemon, Kaitlan Collins and Poppy Harlow.
The two EPs are CNN veteran Lauren Mensch, and Chris Russell, who was in talks for the job, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Mensch will lead the show’s editorial direction and lead the team in the control room during the 6 to 9 a.m. hours. Russell, meanwhile, will lead production during the dayside and evening hours to set the show up for the following morning.
Mensch was most recently EP of CNN Newsroom with Alisyn Camerota and Victor Blackwell, while Russell most recently led the NewsNation program On Balance With Leland Vittert. He also previously worked with CNN CEO Chris Licht at CBS News.
While every morning show has producers (including a senior-level producer, CNN...
The two EPs are CNN veteran Lauren Mensch, and Chris Russell, who was in talks for the job, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Mensch will lead the show’s editorial direction and lead the team in the control room during the 6 to 9 a.m. hours. Russell, meanwhile, will lead production during the dayside and evening hours to set the show up for the following morning.
Mensch was most recently EP of CNN Newsroom with Alisyn Camerota and Victor Blackwell, while Russell most recently led the NewsNation program On Balance With Leland Vittert. He also previously worked with CNN CEO Chris Licht at CBS News.
While every morning show has producers (including a senior-level producer, CNN...
- 3/13/2023
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
CNN has found the next executive producer for its morning program CNN This Morning.
A source familiar with the plan tells The Hollywood Reporter it is anticipated that Chris Russell will join the morning show anchored by Don Lemon, Poppy Harlow and Kaitlan Collins as its new EP.
A CNN spokesperson tells THR that “no offer has been made or accepted at this time.”
Russell currently works as EP of Leland Vittert’s program at NewsNation, the cable news channel owned by Nexstar. He previously worked as a producer at CBS News, according to his LinkedIn page, including serving as supervising producer at CBS This Morning, the program that CNN CEO Chris Licht helped create in 2011.
Russell succeeds Eric Hall, who launched CNN This Morning as EP in November but is moving to the 11 p.m. hour, which is anchored by Laura Coates.
While Licht is reimagining CNN’s entire lineup,...
A source familiar with the plan tells The Hollywood Reporter it is anticipated that Chris Russell will join the morning show anchored by Don Lemon, Poppy Harlow and Kaitlan Collins as its new EP.
A CNN spokesperson tells THR that “no offer has been made or accepted at this time.”
Russell currently works as EP of Leland Vittert’s program at NewsNation, the cable news channel owned by Nexstar. He previously worked as a producer at CBS News, according to his LinkedIn page, including serving as supervising producer at CBS This Morning, the program that CNN CEO Chris Licht helped create in 2011.
Russell succeeds Eric Hall, who launched CNN This Morning as EP in November but is moving to the 11 p.m. hour, which is anchored by Laura Coates.
While Licht is reimagining CNN’s entire lineup,...
- 2/1/2023
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hallmark Christmas movies remain as cozy as ever, with tree-lighting, cookie-decorating and magical snowfall still the currency of the realm. But since the arrival of Wonya Lucas as the new CEO of Hallmark Media (formerly Crown Media) in 2020, the network’s offerings have branched out in many ways: Lots more diversity, of course — including, this year, Hallmark’s first holiday romance centered on a same-sex relationship and the network’s first film focused on Kwanzaa — but also new and different plots.
The memes show no sign of dying, but the movies themselves don’t always match the traditional roadmap. Two of this year’s new movies didn’t end with a kiss, a change previously unthinkable in Hallmark-land.
How do I know all this? Because I watched all 43 new 2022 Hallmark holiday movies (including the three that premiered in July on Hallmark Channel and the nine that premiered on Hallmark Movies...
The memes show no sign of dying, but the movies themselves don’t always match the traditional roadmap. Two of this year’s new movies didn’t end with a kiss, a change previously unthinkable in Hallmark-land.
How do I know all this? Because I watched all 43 new 2022 Hallmark holiday movies (including the three that premiered in July on Hallmark Channel and the nine that premiered on Hallmark Movies...
- 12/24/2022
- by Alonso Duralde
- The Wrap
Fox Nation announced earlier this week that it was getting into original feature filmmaking, beginning with Nancy Naigle’s “The Shell Collector,” and the author said the project is a faithful recreation of the novel.
“I’m grateful the amazing Fox Nation team chose ‘The Shell Collector’ to be the first movie in their expansion into film production,” Naigle said in an exclusive statement to TheWrap. “This is the book of my heart. Writing this story helped me navigate my grief following the loss of my husband. My hope for the book was that when my readers face that type of loss, hope and comfort from this story will lift from their heart and help them navigate it a little easier. For ‘The Shell Collector’ to touch even more hearts in movie format is more than I could have ever dreamed of. My heart is filled with so much joy over the beautiful story adaptation.
“I’m grateful the amazing Fox Nation team chose ‘The Shell Collector’ to be the first movie in their expansion into film production,” Naigle said in an exclusive statement to TheWrap. “This is the book of my heart. Writing this story helped me navigate my grief following the loss of my husband. My hope for the book was that when my readers face that type of loss, hope and comfort from this story will lift from their heart and help them navigate it a little easier. For ‘The Shell Collector’ to touch even more hearts in movie format is more than I could have ever dreamed of. My heart is filled with so much joy over the beautiful story adaptation.
- 8/20/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
Fox Nation will premiere The Shell Collector on Sept. 1, a debut that the Fox News Media subscription streaming service says will be its first in-house movie production.
The movie is based on Nancy Naigle’s book, and stars Caitlin Clark, Christopher Russell, and Jennifer Higgin. According to Fox Nation the production is “a heartwarming story about a widow, Amanda Whittier, with two children who befriends some interesting characters in her small seaside town as she looks to forge ahead with her new life following the death of her husband.”
Fox Nation, which launched in 2018, includes original programming from opinion hosts such Tucker Carlson, but it’s placed a heavy emphasis on expanding entertainment, reality and lifestyle shows, including a recent series hosted by Kelsey Grammer.
The service plans three other original movies over the next year tied to the holiday season. It previously has debuted several original Christmas movies that were outside productions,...
The movie is based on Nancy Naigle’s book, and stars Caitlin Clark, Christopher Russell, and Jennifer Higgin. According to Fox Nation the production is “a heartwarming story about a widow, Amanda Whittier, with two children who befriends some interesting characters in her small seaside town as she looks to forge ahead with her new life following the death of her husband.”
Fox Nation, which launched in 2018, includes original programming from opinion hosts such Tucker Carlson, but it’s placed a heavy emphasis on expanding entertainment, reality and lifestyle shows, including a recent series hosted by Kelsey Grammer.
The service plans three other original movies over the next year tied to the holiday season. It previously has debuted several original Christmas movies that were outside productions,...
- 8/16/2022
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
There’s a new resident making a home in Fox Nation alongside Nancy Grace and the police from “Cops.”
Amanda Whittier is a widow trying to make new friends in a small seaside town after the death of her husband. Unlike Grace and the police, Whittier is fictional, a character in a new original movie meant to pluck the heartstrings and continue to broaden the audience on the streaming outlet, which is part of Fox News Media. Whittier is the central character in “The Shell Collector,” based on a book by author Nancy Naigle and slated to debut on September 1, and part of a rollout of four original films on the subscription-only broadband venue.
“Since launching less than four years ago, Fox Nation has established itself as a go-to destination for lifestyle and entertainment programming. I’m thrilled to share our expansion into film production and Nancy Naigle’s ‘The...
Amanda Whittier is a widow trying to make new friends in a small seaside town after the death of her husband. Unlike Grace and the police, Whittier is fictional, a character in a new original movie meant to pluck the heartstrings and continue to broaden the audience on the streaming outlet, which is part of Fox News Media. Whittier is the central character in “The Shell Collector,” based on a book by author Nancy Naigle and slated to debut on September 1, and part of a rollout of four original films on the subscription-only broadband venue.
“Since launching less than four years ago, Fox Nation has established itself as a go-to destination for lifestyle and entertainment programming. I’m thrilled to share our expansion into film production and Nancy Naigle’s ‘The...
- 8/16/2022
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Stars: Jocelyn Hudon, Grace Van Dien, Pauline Dyer, Alix Villaret, Sean Maguire, Christopher Russell, Graham Greene, Michael P. Northey | Written by Peter Moore Smith, Steven Paul | Directed by Kelly Halihan
A beautifully restored muscle car sits by the side of the road as V for Vengeance begins. The trunk pops open and Emma pops out, changes into a skimpy outfit and waits. It doesn’t take long before some fat redneck shows up and tries to take advantage of the situation. He gets sucked, but not in the way he wanted.
The next time she tries this she ends up getting picked up by Scarlett, her adoptive, and estranged, sister. The two are vampires who apparently aren’t bothered by the bright sunlight they’re fighting each other under, silver however is a problem for them.
After an extremely long and poorly staged fight, we find out why Scarlett was looking for her,...
A beautifully restored muscle car sits by the side of the road as V for Vengeance begins. The trunk pops open and Emma pops out, changes into a skimpy outfit and waits. It doesn’t take long before some fat redneck shows up and tries to take advantage of the situation. He gets sucked, but not in the way he wanted.
The next time she tries this she ends up getting picked up by Scarlett, her adoptive, and estranged, sister. The two are vampires who apparently aren’t bothered by the bright sunlight they’re fighting each other under, silver however is a problem for them.
After an extremely long and poorly staged fight, we find out why Scarlett was looking for her,...
- 6/16/2022
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
"Without darkness there is no light." Paramount Movies has already debuted this horror thriller titled V for Vengeance, it's out now to watch on digital / VOD services. If you think it looks good, you can watch it right now! Though early reviews say this one is definitely no good. After learning that their younger sibling escaped an earlier kidnapping attempt that also killed their parents, two estranged sisters must join forces to rescue her from a group of bloodthirsty vampires. Lead vampire Thorn, played by Sean Maguire, and his band of the undead will soon learn that they messed with the wrong family in this ultimate battle of good vs. evil. The cast features Jocelyn Hudon, Grace Van Dien, Christopher Russell, Pauline Dyer, Graham Greene, and Alix Villaret. It's pretty obvious why they dumped this one online already, there's not much to see here. Move along & wait for the next...
- 6/15/2022
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
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.
More from TVLineHallmark Locks Down Taylor Cole as Christmas-Movie Arms Race EscalatesAurora Teagarden Mysteries Likely Dead in Wake of Candace Cameron Bure's Move From Hallmark to Gac FamilyChesapeake Shores Renewed for Final Season at Hallmark Channel
As announced by Gac on Tuesday morning, Bure will develop, produce and star...
- 4/19/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
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
Season’s streamings! Prime Video’s free IMDb TV channel is providing a home for holiday programming with a wish list of Yule-themed movies, TV shows and specials. Among the 80-plus titles are episodes of All in the Family, Mad Men, and Leverage as well as the service’s original competition special Play-doh Squished, hosted by Sarah Hyland. And of course, Die Hard and Die Hard 2, because, let’s face it, they are Christmas movies! Also on tap… Adam Sandler’s Eight Crazy Nights (Credit: ©Columbia Pictures/courtesy Everett Collection) Angel Falls Christmas A workaholic doctor (Jessica Lowndes) gets a spirited lesson in what matters most from an angelic stranger (Chad Michael Murray) in this 2021 movie. Available now A Lot Like Christmas In another new release, war breaks out between the owner of a small-town Christmas tree lot and a corporate hottie (TV movie staple Christopher Russell) whose megastore wants to steal her customers.
- 12/12/2021
- TV Insider
We're right in the middle of the most wonderful time of the year with Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas but the Hallmark family of networks has plenty to offer in 2022, too!
The New Year kicks off with Hallmark Channel’s aptly named New Year New Movies! celebration starting January 1st.
Every Saturday will feature fresh starts and new beginnings.
As part of the TV event, Hallmark Channel unveils five movie premieres: The Perfect Pairing, The Wedding Veil: Avery’s Story, Love is Trending, Butlers in Love, and Romancing the Birthday Girl. On Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, an all-new movie premiere with Three Sisters.
And if you haven't already noticed how more of our favorite actors are sharing the screen for the first time, this new flock of films has some Hallmark favorite females showing how it's done.
Here's what we've got to look forward to!
The Perfect Pairing
All-New Hallmark Original
Saturday,...
The New Year kicks off with Hallmark Channel’s aptly named New Year New Movies! celebration starting January 1st.
Every Saturday will feature fresh starts and new beginnings.
As part of the TV event, Hallmark Channel unveils five movie premieres: The Perfect Pairing, The Wedding Veil: Avery’s Story, Love is Trending, Butlers in Love, and Romancing the Birthday Girl. On Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, an all-new movie premiere with Three Sisters.
And if you haven't already noticed how more of our favorite actors are sharing the screen for the first time, this new flock of films has some Hallmark favorite females showing how it's done.
Here's what we've got to look forward to!
The Perfect Pairing
All-New Hallmark Original
Saturday,...
- 11/30/2021
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Vulture Watch
Will this show live to see another day? Has the Day of the Dead TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Syfy? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Day of the Dead, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Syfy cable channel, the Day of the Dead TV show is based on the film of the same name by George A. Romero. It stars Keenan Tracey, Daniel Doheny, Natalie Malaika, Morgan Holmstrom, and Kristy Dawn Dinsmore. Recurring performers include Miranda Frigon, Mike Dopud, Dejan Loyola, Marci T. House, Kevin O'Grady, Matty Finochio, Trezzo Mahoro, Christopher Russell,...
Will this show live to see another day? Has the Day of the Dead TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Syfy? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Day of the Dead, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Syfy cable channel, the Day of the Dead TV show is based on the film of the same name by George A. Romero. It stars Keenan Tracey, Daniel Doheny, Natalie Malaika, Morgan Holmstrom, and Kristy Dawn Dinsmore. Recurring performers include Miranda Frigon, Mike Dopud, Dejan Loyola, Marci T. House, Kevin O'Grady, Matty Finochio, Trezzo Mahoro, Christopher Russell,...
- 11/16/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
George A. Romero's Day of the Dead feature film has been beloved for decades by horror enthusiasts. How will a TV based on the film be received? Will it be a hit for Syfy or, will it arrive Doa? Will Day of the Dead be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned.
A horror drama series, the Day of the Dead TV show stars Keenan Tracey, Daniel Doheny, Natalie Malaika, Morgan Holmstrom, and Kristy Dawn Dinsmore. Recurring performers include Miranda Frigon, Mike Dopud, Dejan Loyola, Marci T. House, Kevin O'Grady, Matty Finochio, Trezzo Mahoro, Christopher Russell, and Lucia Walters. The series tells the intense story of six strangers as they try to survive the first 24 hours of an undead invasion. The tale seeks to remind us that sometimes all it takes to bring people together is a...
A horror drama series, the Day of the Dead TV show stars Keenan Tracey, Daniel Doheny, Natalie Malaika, Morgan Holmstrom, and Kristy Dawn Dinsmore. Recurring performers include Miranda Frigon, Mike Dopud, Dejan Loyola, Marci T. House, Kevin O'Grady, Matty Finochio, Trezzo Mahoro, Christopher Russell, and Lucia Walters. The series tells the intense story of six strangers as they try to survive the first 24 hours of an undead invasion. The tale seeks to remind us that sometimes all it takes to bring people together is a...
- 11/16/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
We had a chance to talk with Christopher Russell, who is currently starring as a source of significant comedic relief on Syfy's Day of the Dead.
You might know him from his many leading roles on female-centric programming on Hallmark and Lifetime, where he often has the opportunity to play the handsome love interest.
Day of the Dead seems like an abrupt change, and I asked Christopher how different it is to immerse himself in such diverse roles.
Since an actor can go to darker places for some roles, Christopher admitted it could stay with you when you leave set.
"They've actually done studies on this; the same brain chemistry that occurs in a real emotional response can happen with an actor if they're convincing themselves to get to a certain place. So, doing the Hallmark and Lifetime movies is a lot better for the psyche, I'll tell you that.
You might know him from his many leading roles on female-centric programming on Hallmark and Lifetime, where he often has the opportunity to play the handsome love interest.
Day of the Dead seems like an abrupt change, and I asked Christopher how different it is to immerse himself in such diverse roles.
Since an actor can go to darker places for some roles, Christopher admitted it could stay with you when you leave set.
"They've actually done studies on this; the same brain chemistry that occurs in a real emotional response can happen with an actor if they're convincing themselves to get to a certain place. So, doing the Hallmark and Lifetime movies is a lot better for the psyche, I'll tell you that.
- 10/29/2021
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
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
In today’s TV news roundup, TBS announced the premiere date of “Wipeout,” and Netflix released the first look at Michelle Obama’s new children’s cooking show “Waffles + Mochi.”
Dates
TBS announced that its newly re-imagined version of the extreme obstacle course series, “Wipeout,” will premiere on April 1 at 9 p.m. The game show will be hosted by superstars John Cena and Nicole Byer, with Camille Kostek serving as field host. The 20-hour series “takes viewers on a white-knuckle ride, featuring new course elements that will push contestants’ athleticism, endurance and determination to even greater extremes as they fight to win the grand cash prize.” Endemol Shine North America has produced the series for TBS. Cena; Sharon Levy; DJ Nurre; Shyam Balsé; Keith Geller and Matt Kunitz, who also created the original series and serves as showrunner, executive produce. Watch a trailer below.
HBO Max announced that the first...
Dates
TBS announced that its newly re-imagined version of the extreme obstacle course series, “Wipeout,” will premiere on April 1 at 9 p.m. The game show will be hosted by superstars John Cena and Nicole Byer, with Camille Kostek serving as field host. The 20-hour series “takes viewers on a white-knuckle ride, featuring new course elements that will push contestants’ athleticism, endurance and determination to even greater extremes as they fight to win the grand cash prize.” Endemol Shine North America has produced the series for TBS. Cena; Sharon Levy; DJ Nurre; Shyam Balsé; Keith Geller and Matt Kunitz, who also created the original series and serves as showrunner, executive produce. Watch a trailer below.
HBO Max announced that the first...
- 2/12/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
Halloween has come and gone and it’s time to start celebrating the holidays. Ok, well, Lifetime (and some of its competitors) began decking their lineups with new Christmas movies before Oct. 30 — but now it’s really time to start making the season bright.
See below for Lifetime’s full 2020 “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” slate of holiday movies, which includes 30 different original films this year. Two notable projects on the list are “A Christmas Setup,” which marks the cable channel’s first-ever holiday movie to feature a gay couple as the leads, and “A Sugar & Spice Holiday,” Lifetime’s first holiday film led by an Asian cast.
Christmas on Ice
Starring Abigail Klein, Ryan Cooper, Caroline Portu,
Will Lyman, Meara Mahoney Gross
10/23 at 8pm Et/Pt
Courtney Bennett (Abigail Klein), a former US figure skating hopeful, runs the city’s public skating rink but when the Mayor (Will Lyman) announces its closing,...
See below for Lifetime’s full 2020 “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” slate of holiday movies, which includes 30 different original films this year. Two notable projects on the list are “A Christmas Setup,” which marks the cable channel’s first-ever holiday movie to feature a gay couple as the leads, and “A Sugar & Spice Holiday,” Lifetime’s first holiday film led by an Asian cast.
Christmas on Ice
Starring Abigail Klein, Ryan Cooper, Caroline Portu,
Will Lyman, Meara Mahoney Gross
10/23 at 8pm Et/Pt
Courtney Bennett (Abigail Klein), a former US figure skating hopeful, runs the city’s public skating rink but when the Mayor (Will Lyman) announces its closing,...
- 11/9/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
If you take one look at Christopher Russell’s acting resume, it’ll become instantly clear just how hard he has been working over the last four decades. Since making his first on screen appearance in 1995, Christopher has earned roles in some major productions including Star Trek: Discovery and unREAL. Over the course of his career he has became known for his ability to play all sorts of different characters. In 2021, he will be taking a dive into the world of horror thanks to his role in the upcoming series Day of the Dead. No matter what kind of show
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- 11/7/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Tis the season!
We're not even to Halloween yet, but you can toss it and Thanksgiving right out the window because Christmas is here! Fa la la la la la and all that. We're not even going to pretend that we think it's too early for Christmas. In 2020, I can think of nothing better than escaping for the holidays.
Oh yeah, and The Undoing premieres, This Is Us returns, The Mandalorian takes another swing at the Star Wars universe and a whole lot more!
Saturday, October 24
8/7c Jingle Bell Bride (Hallmark)
Julia Gonzalo stars in Jingle Bell Bride as a wedding planner named Jessica Perez, who travels to a remote town in Alaska.
She's searching for a rare flower for a celebrity client and is charmed by the small town during Christmas.
In addition to being charmed by the small town, she's also delighted with the handsome local helping her (Ronnie Rowe Jr.
We're not even to Halloween yet, but you can toss it and Thanksgiving right out the window because Christmas is here! Fa la la la la la and all that. We're not even going to pretend that we think it's too early for Christmas. In 2020, I can think of nothing better than escaping for the holidays.
Oh yeah, and The Undoing premieres, This Is Us returns, The Mandalorian takes another swing at the Star Wars universe and a whole lot more!
Saturday, October 24
8/7c Jingle Bell Bride (Hallmark)
Julia Gonzalo stars in Jingle Bell Bride as a wedding planner named Jessica Perez, who travels to a remote town in Alaska.
She's searching for a rare flower for a celebrity client and is charmed by the small town during Christmas.
In addition to being charmed by the small town, she's also delighted with the handsome local helping her (Ronnie Rowe Jr.
- 10/24/2020
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Turn on the twinkling holiday lights and cuddle up with a soft blanket because Lifetime's 2020 Christmas movie schedule is here - and the first movie premieres Oct. 23! Hopeless romantics, Christmas enthusiasts, and happy-ending seekers will love the amazing holiday-themed movies playing on Lifetime this season. Expect to see some familiar faces, like Tiffany Haddish, Beverley Mitchell, Mario Lopez, Melissa Joan Hart, Kelly Rowland, Vanessa Lachey, Kyla Pratt, and many others. Read the full schedule and list of stars below and get ready to mark your calendar for some serious holiday viewing!
It's a Wonderful Lifetime 2020 Schedule
Oct. 23, 8 p.m. Et – Christmas on Ice: starring Abigail Klein, Ryan Cooper, Caroline Portu, Will Lyman, and Meara Mahoney Gross
Oct. 24, 8 p.m. Et – Christmas Unwrapped: starring Amber Stevens West, Marco Grazzini, Cheryl Ladd, and executive producer Tiffany Haddish
Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Et – Forever Christmas: starring Chelsea Hobbs, Christopher Russell,...
It's a Wonderful Lifetime 2020 Schedule
Oct. 23, 8 p.m. Et – Christmas on Ice: starring Abigail Klein, Ryan Cooper, Caroline Portu, Will Lyman, and Meara Mahoney Gross
Oct. 24, 8 p.m. Et – Christmas Unwrapped: starring Amber Stevens West, Marco Grazzini, Cheryl Ladd, and executive producer Tiffany Haddish
Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Et – Forever Christmas: starring Chelsea Hobbs, Christopher Russell,...
- 10/21/2020
- by Sydni Ellis
- Popsugar.com
We can all agree that 2020 is definitely getting coal in its stocking.
Fortunately, Lifetime is playing Santa and gifting us with a star-studded, wholesome, inclusive, and highly-anticipated slew of Christmas films. Let's face it, we can take all the cheesy, teeth-achingly sweet, warm, and fuzzy goodness we can get.
Lifetime's Christmas lineup is the gift that keeps on giving with sequels, Lifetime Christmas queens, legends and icons, and some of our favorite faces.
We're talking Kelly Rowland, Kyla Pratt, and Fran Drescher. We have Mario Lopez, Vanessa Lachey, Aaron Ashmore, and Gilles Marini. Oh, and there's Marie Osmond, a Tiffany Haddish directed film, Jason Priestley, and Melissa Joan Hart.
Seriously, the casting alone is all holiday cheers and no jeers.
And the best part is we can kickstart all the fun early, since according to EW, the first film of the lineup, Christmas on Ice, will air on October. 23.
Yeah,...
Fortunately, Lifetime is playing Santa and gifting us with a star-studded, wholesome, inclusive, and highly-anticipated slew of Christmas films. Let's face it, we can take all the cheesy, teeth-achingly sweet, warm, and fuzzy goodness we can get.
Lifetime's Christmas lineup is the gift that keeps on giving with sequels, Lifetime Christmas queens, legends and icons, and some of our favorite faces.
We're talking Kelly Rowland, Kyla Pratt, and Fran Drescher. We have Mario Lopez, Vanessa Lachey, Aaron Ashmore, and Gilles Marini. Oh, and there's Marie Osmond, a Tiffany Haddish directed film, Jason Priestley, and Melissa Joan Hart.
Seriously, the casting alone is all holiday cheers and no jeers.
And the best part is we can kickstart all the fun early, since according to EW, the first film of the lineup, Christmas on Ice, will air on October. 23.
Yeah,...
- 9/21/2020
- by Jasmine Blu
- TVfanatic
Christmas might not be until December, but some networks are slapping on their mittens and gearing up for the holiday season as early as October.
Families often find themselves gathered around the TV binging some of Hallmark or Lifetime’s latest Christmas-themed films, and this year is no exception. With people around the country encouraged to stay indoors and avoid crowded locations, Variety breaks down a list of feel-good Christmas movies to tune into this year.
As part of Lifetime’s “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” holiday movie slate, the channel will premiere 30 original TV movies beginning Oct. 23 and running through mid-December. In its efforts to diversify the stories it showcases, Lifetime said it worked with GLAAD and Cape (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) for its first-ever LGBTQ-led film “The Christmas Setup” and “A Sugar & Spice Holiday” centering on an Asian American family.
More films will be added to the list as networks announce them.
Families often find themselves gathered around the TV binging some of Hallmark or Lifetime’s latest Christmas-themed films, and this year is no exception. With people around the country encouraged to stay indoors and avoid crowded locations, Variety breaks down a list of feel-good Christmas movies to tune into this year.
As part of Lifetime’s “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” holiday movie slate, the channel will premiere 30 original TV movies beginning Oct. 23 and running through mid-December. In its efforts to diversify the stories it showcases, Lifetime said it worked with GLAAD and Cape (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) for its first-ever LGBTQ-led film “The Christmas Setup” and “A Sugar & Spice Holiday” centering on an Asian American family.
More films will be added to the list as networks announce them.
- 9/18/2020
- by Eli Countryman and Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
Entertainment industry vets Robyn Friedman and Danny Friedman have co-founded Compass Artist Management (Cam), a Toronto-based full-service talent and management agency that will rep clients for film, television, stage, new media, motion capture and voice artists in North America and around the world. The sibling duo will co-manage the firm’s roster, with an experienced executive team including Jane Cai as co-founder and VP of operations, Noreen Murphy as agent and manager of the firm’s Voice Performance Division, and Stephanie Zavitz as accounting manager.
The new venture has already established its roster with talents such as Shay Mitchell (Pretty Little Liars), Christopher Russell (Jack Ryan), Charlene Amoia (How I Met Your Mother), Hallea Jones (Locke & Key), Jarrod MacLean (Designated Survivor), Kevin Hanchard (Orphan Black) as well as stage actors Makambe Simamba, Samantha Walkes (Book of Mormon) and Simon Gagnon (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child).
Robyn began her...
The new venture has already established its roster with talents such as Shay Mitchell (Pretty Little Liars), Christopher Russell (Jack Ryan), Charlene Amoia (How I Met Your Mother), Hallea Jones (Locke & Key), Jarrod MacLean (Designated Survivor), Kevin Hanchard (Orphan Black) as well as stage actors Makambe Simamba, Samantha Walkes (Book of Mormon) and Simon Gagnon (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child).
Robyn began her...
- 6/16/2020
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
With early finales littering the schedule of late, we're going to offer other fun things to consider far off the beaten path.
From one-time concerts to streaming shows we think you need to see and a whole lot more, we're guiding the remainder of your Covid-19 quarantine time with a bunch of best bets.
And this is another reminder that this is a curated list and not a repeat of the TV Guide. Yes, there are a lot of other things to watch, but we're not pointing them out here. So, let's get started!
Dishing with Julia (PBS Streaming)
Let's start small. Well, if you consider the magic of Julia Child small. And if you do, you'll surely reconsider once you check out Dishing with Julia Child on PBS.
All six episodes of this delightful series are currently streaming on PBS through your local PBS affiliate.
So what is it?...
From one-time concerts to streaming shows we think you need to see and a whole lot more, we're guiding the remainder of your Covid-19 quarantine time with a bunch of best bets.
And this is another reminder that this is a curated list and not a repeat of the TV Guide. Yes, there are a lot of other things to watch, but we're not pointing them out here. So, let's get started!
Dishing with Julia (PBS Streaming)
Let's start small. Well, if you consider the magic of Julia Child small. And if you do, you'll surely reconsider once you check out Dishing with Julia Child on PBS.
All six episodes of this delightful series are currently streaming on PBS through your local PBS affiliate.
So what is it?...
- 4/18/2020
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Here is a wrap-up of all the news you need to know from Friday, February 21, 2020.
The fourth season of Stranger Things will be offering up more of one of the show's best characters.
Variety is reporting that Priah Ferguson, who plays Erica Sinclair has been promoted to series regular.
Sinclair appeared as guest star on Stranger Things Season 2, before being bumped up to a recurring player for Stranger Things Season 3.
The young actress has drawn praise for her role, and has also appeared on TV shows such as Atlanta, Daytime Divas, and Bluff City Law.
Over on Paramount Network, Yellowstone has been renewed for a fourth season -- months ahead of its third season premiere.
Yellowstone, is the #1 scripted series of the summer across cable and broadcast TV in the key P18-49 and P25-54 demos and the most-watched 2019 summer series on cable TV among total viewers. Season three of Yellowstone premieres this summer.
The fourth season of Stranger Things will be offering up more of one of the show's best characters.
Variety is reporting that Priah Ferguson, who plays Erica Sinclair has been promoted to series regular.
Sinclair appeared as guest star on Stranger Things Season 2, before being bumped up to a recurring player for Stranger Things Season 3.
The young actress has drawn praise for her role, and has also appeared on TV shows such as Atlanta, Daytime Divas, and Bluff City Law.
Over on Paramount Network, Yellowstone has been renewed for a fourth season -- months ahead of its third season premiere.
Yellowstone, is the #1 scripted series of the summer across cable and broadcast TV in the key P18-49 and P25-54 demos and the most-watched 2019 summer series on cable TV among total viewers. Season three of Yellowstone premieres this summer.
- 2/21/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
It's time for steaming giant Disney+ to premiere.
But while Apple had an entire slate of originals on tap for their rollout, Disney+ doesn't follow suit with just one must-see new series to bolster their extensive historical library as well as children's programming and reality fare.
Elsewhere, Ahs:84 bows, a documentary-style series on Jennifer Levin's 1986 murder spans three nights on AMC and Sundance, and Christmas movies air across the board.
Sunday, November 10
8/7c Dublin Murders (Starz)
We had a full review of this new Starz original straight from the UK. Atmospheric and mysterious, two horrific cases decades apart casts a pall over a small Irish community as detectives try to solve the case in the present by referencing that of the past.
Check it out here and let us know if you're going to watch.
8/7c Supergirl (The CW)
Supergirl and the Deo try to use the recently arrested Rip...
But while Apple had an entire slate of originals on tap for their rollout, Disney+ doesn't follow suit with just one must-see new series to bolster their extensive historical library as well as children's programming and reality fare.
Elsewhere, Ahs:84 bows, a documentary-style series on Jennifer Levin's 1986 murder spans three nights on AMC and Sundance, and Christmas movies air across the board.
Sunday, November 10
8/7c Dublin Murders (Starz)
We had a full review of this new Starz original straight from the UK. Atmospheric and mysterious, two horrific cases decades apart casts a pall over a small Irish community as detectives try to solve the case in the present by referencing that of the past.
Check it out here and let us know if you're going to watch.
8/7c Supergirl (The CW)
Supergirl and the Deo try to use the recently arrested Rip...
- 11/9/2019
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Issue #46
Highlights Of Issue #46 (2020) Include:
John Wayne and Rock Hudson are "The Undefeated"
Unpublished 1974 interview with Albert Finney
Don Siegel's "Madigan" starring Richard Widmark and Henry Fonda
Interview with writer/director Michael Armstrong
The making of the epic film "Waterloo" starring Rod Steiger and Christopher Plummer
Hammer Films Actor John Richardson interview Part II
Vietnam Before and After: "Go Tell the Spartans" and "Rolling Thunder"
Brian Keith in "The McKenzie Break"
Plus review of DVDs, soundtracks and film books.
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Issue #47
Nick Anez covers "Flaming Star", the Elvis Presley drama that remains an overlooked gem.
Director John Stevenson's tribute to...
Highlights Of Issue #46 (2020) Include:
John Wayne and Rock Hudson are "The Undefeated"
Unpublished 1974 interview with Albert Finney
Don Siegel's "Madigan" starring Richard Widmark and Henry Fonda
Interview with writer/director Michael Armstrong
The making of the epic film "Waterloo" starring Rod Steiger and Christopher Plummer
Hammer Films Actor John Richardson interview Part II
Vietnam Before and After: "Go Tell the Spartans" and "Rolling Thunder"
Brian Keith in "The McKenzie Break"
Plus review of DVDs, soundtracks and film books.
USA/ Canada : Cinema Retro #46 USA/ Canada : Cinema Retro #46 $12.00 Usd UK : Cinema Retro Issue #46 UK : Cinema Retro Issue #46 £8.50 Gbp Europe : Cinema Retro Issue #46 Europe : Cinema Retro Issue #46 £10.50 Gbp Rest Of The World : Cinema Retro Issue #46 Rest Of The World : Cinema Retro Issue #46 £12.00 Gbp
Issue #47
Nick Anez covers "Flaming Star", the Elvis Presley drama that remains an overlooked gem.
Director John Stevenson's tribute to...
- 10/12/2019
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
Even though a lot of people like to pretend they don't pay attention to their more romantic sides by watching networks like Hallmark, Up, Lifetime and others, we know you can't ignore a story with a happy ending.
Gary Goldstein has been writing some pretty terrific movies of the genre while Ruth Clampett has made her name with books of a similar nature. One of her most appreciated works is Mr. 365, featuring the story of a man who lives Christmas year around and the woman who wants to put him on TV.
Goldstein optioned the book for a screenplay, and this season you can find it on PassionFlix. If you haven't heard of it, there is no time like Christmas to treat yourself to a free trial so you can see what it's all about. Hint: It turns up the heat a little!
I had the opportunity to ask both Mr.
Gary Goldstein has been writing some pretty terrific movies of the genre while Ruth Clampett has made her name with books of a similar nature. One of her most appreciated works is Mr. 365, featuring the story of a man who lives Christmas year around and the woman who wants to put him on TV.
Goldstein optioned the book for a screenplay, and this season you can find it on PassionFlix. If you haven't heard of it, there is no time like Christmas to treat yourself to a free trial so you can see what it's all about. Hint: It turns up the heat a little!
I had the opportunity to ask both Mr.
- 12/22/2018
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
In today’s film news roundup, Gale Anne Hurd will be honored with a lifetime achievement award, Nicole Kidman’s “Destroyer” gets an AFI Fest screening, and the holiday romance “Mr. 365” starts production.
Film Festivals
The Heartland International Film Festival has selected “The Terminator” and “The Walking Dead” producer Gale Anne Hurd for its lifetime achievement award.
Heartland Film Festival’s director of film programming Greg Sorvig, said, “Gale Anne Hurd has cemented her place in film history as a creator and guiding force behind some of the most iconic genre works in film and television history. You could start and end the list with ‘The Terminator,’ ‘Aliens,’ and ‘The Walking Dead,’ but the fact that there is so much more beyond those two unforgettable films and that groundbreaking television series, speaks to her lasting impact on our film culture.”
Hurd will receive the award at AMC Castleton Square in...
Film Festivals
The Heartland International Film Festival has selected “The Terminator” and “The Walking Dead” producer Gale Anne Hurd for its lifetime achievement award.
Heartland Film Festival’s director of film programming Greg Sorvig, said, “Gale Anne Hurd has cemented her place in film history as a creator and guiding force behind some of the most iconic genre works in film and television history. You could start and end the list with ‘The Terminator,’ ‘Aliens,’ and ‘The Walking Dead,’ but the fact that there is so much more beyond those two unforgettable films and that groundbreaking television series, speaks to her lasting impact on our film culture.”
Hurd will receive the award at AMC Castleton Square in...
- 10/10/2018
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Lifetime’s UnReal is already rounding out its cast for Season 4. François Arnaud (The Borgias; Midnight, Texas), Natalie Hall (Drop Dead Diva, True Blood), Meagan Holder (Pitch, You Again), Alejandro Muñoz (Ein Sommer in Barcelona), Meghan Heffern (Designated Survivor, What If), Christopher Russell (Star Trek: Discovery, Land of the Dead) and Alli Chung (Dark Matter, The Expanse) have all signed on for Season 4. Arnaud is Tommy, a charming and ambitious game producer who…...
- 10/23/2017
- Deadline TV
You know how reality shows love bringing back the best most notorious past contestants for all-star seasons? UnREAL‘s Everlasting will do the same in its far-off fourth season.
Though the Lifetime drama hasn’t yet returned for Season 3, several actors have been added to the cast for Season 4, TVLine has learned. The six new faces include Midnight, Texas lead François Arnaud and Pitch‘s Meagan Holder.
VideosUnREAL Season 3 Trailer: A Savvy Female Suitor, a Castrated Man-Bun and a Worried Rachel and Quinn
(Before you freak, Midnight, Texas fans: UnREAL‘s shortened Season 4 episode order would allow Arnaud to participate...
Though the Lifetime drama hasn’t yet returned for Season 3, several actors have been added to the cast for Season 4, TVLine has learned. The six new faces include Midnight, Texas lead François Arnaud and Pitch‘s Meagan Holder.
VideosUnREAL Season 3 Trailer: A Savvy Female Suitor, a Castrated Man-Bun and a Worried Rachel and Quinn
(Before you freak, Midnight, Texas fans: UnREAL‘s shortened Season 4 episode order would allow Arnaud to participate...
- 10/23/2017
- TVLine.com
[Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers from the Season 2 premiere of “Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency,” titled “Space Rabbit.”]
“How did I forget how annoying you are?” asks Todd Brotzman (Elijah Wood) in the trailer for BBC America’s “Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency.” It’s a familiar feeling for viewers reentering the world Max Landis adapted from Douglas Adams’ source material because just as with last year, this season is not content to unspool a story quietly, logically, or with any sort of restraint.
The overstuffed episode checks back in with eight returning characters (yes, we’re also counting Rowdy 3 member Vogel and the dog Rapunzel), and introduces at least eight more. Despite that surfeit of players, we have yet to even meet Alan Tudyk, who joins this year as the gun-happy Mr. Priest.
Read More:‘Dirk Gently’: 7 Blunt Statements About Max Landis and the Lunatic World He’s Created in Season 2
A little over two months have passed since all hell broke loose in the Season 1 finale,...
“How did I forget how annoying you are?” asks Todd Brotzman (Elijah Wood) in the trailer for BBC America’s “Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency.” It’s a familiar feeling for viewers reentering the world Max Landis adapted from Douglas Adams’ source material because just as with last year, this season is not content to unspool a story quietly, logically, or with any sort of restraint.
The overstuffed episode checks back in with eight returning characters (yes, we’re also counting Rowdy 3 member Vogel and the dog Rapunzel), and introduces at least eight more. Despite that surfeit of players, we have yet to even meet Alan Tudyk, who joins this year as the gun-happy Mr. Priest.
Read More:‘Dirk Gently’: 7 Blunt Statements About Max Landis and the Lunatic World He’s Created in Season 2
A little over two months have passed since all hell broke loose in the Season 1 finale,...
- 10/15/2017
- by Hanh Nguyen
- Indiewire
ABC Family has found its Gorgeous Morons. Christopher Russell (Land Of The Dead) and Dylan Playfair (Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story) have been cast as the male leads in multi-camera comedy pilot Gorgeous Morons, from ABC Signature. The project, co-created by Lee Eisenberg, Gene Stupnitsky and Danny Chun and written by Chun, focuses on Madison and Aj, played by Russell and Playfair respectively, two stunningly handsome but ridiculously simple brothers who find their…...
- 7/8/2015
- Deadline TV
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