Great American Media Partners with Bestselling Author Melissa Ferguson to Adapt Meet Me in the Margins and Upcoming Novel, The Christmas Yes List into New Original Movies for 2026
NEW YORK, NY – February 10, 2026 – Great American Media announced today a new creative partnership with bestselling author, Melissa Ferguson to adapt her popular novel, Meet Me in the Margins, and a brand-new novel to be released closer to the holidays, The Christmas Yes List, into the company’s newest Original Movies for 2026. Meet Me in the Margins, starring Merritt Patterson and Liam McIntyre is currently in production.
Known for her heartfelt storytelling, faith-forward themes, and charming romantic comedies, Ferguson has become a favorite among readers of Christian romance and romantic comedy novels. Both adaptations will be developed for Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, enriching the company’s robust content library with even more uplifting Original stories grounded in faith, family, and meaningful connections.
“Melissa Ferguson is a gifted storyteller whose novels beautifully capture hope, resilience, and the power of love,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “These stories with their signature blend of humor and faith are exactly what Great American Media is all about. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Melissa’s works to life as Great American Original Movies,” Abbott concluded.
Meet Me in the Margins follows an aspiring author whose secret manuscript sparks an unexpected romance in the publishing world, while The Christmas Yes List is a glittering holiday rom-com about a people-pleaser collecting ten rejections by Christmas and a by-the-book workaholic saying yes to everything—until their opposite life experiments collide in hilarious festive chaos and unexpected love.
“I am beyond grateful and excited to partner with Great American Media,” said Melissa Ferguson. “Their dedication to uplifting, family-friendly storytelling aligns so closely with my heart and faith. Seeing these stories come to life on screen is a dream come true that I cannot wait to share with my readers,” Ferguson concluded.
The new films will join Great American Christmas 2026 expanding slate of Original holiday films. The partnerships underscore Great American Media’s continued investment in premium literary adaptations and its mission to provide audiences with entertainment that reflects timeless values, celebrates community, and brings families together.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media Signs Exclusive Multi-Picture Deal with Fan-Favorite Actress, Merritt Patterson
First Film in New Deal, Meet Me in the Margins, Adapted from Best Selling Author,Melissa Ferguson’s Novel
NEW YORK, NY – February 5, 2026 – Great American Media today announced an exclusive multi-picture agreement with beloved romantic comedy and holiday leading lady, Merritt Patterson, further strengthening the company’s commitment to delivering uplifting, feel-good Originals for audiences who crave heartfelt storytelling. The company also announces the first film of the new deal is Meet Me in the Margins, adapted from bestselling author Melissa Ferguson’s novel of the same name. Meet Me in the Margins is scheduled to go into production in Spring.
In Meet Me in the Margins, Patterson stars as a book editor who secretly pens her own romance manuscript, only to find unexpected editorial notes from a mysterious critic in the margins. The film is a witty, heartwarming story about finding love between the lines.
Patterson is a proven rom com favorite whose performances have helped make her one of the most recognizable faces in the genre. Across Great American Media, she has starred in multiple audience-favorite Originals, including Jingle Bell Princess, Catering Christmas, ‘Twas the Text Before Christmas, A Vintage Christmas, and One Perfect Match. Beyond Great American Media, Patterson’s warm, witty style has made her a go-to lead for rom com fans with standout holiday titles like The Christmas Cottage.
“Merritt Patterson is the kind of rare leading lady audiences instantly connect with – she is heartfelt, funny, and endlessly watchable,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “I could not be more thrilled to continue our long-time working relationship. Her warmth and charm truly define what our viewers love, and we are looking forward to bringing even more memorable stories to life with Merritt leading the way,” Abbott concluded.
Under the new agreement, Patterson will star in multiple upcoming Great American Media Originals across the company’s portfolio of platforms including Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, continuing her run as one of Great American Media’s signature family of stars.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media Begins Production on An Ozark Mountain Christmas at Beloved Silver Dollar City, Transforming Branson, Missouri, into a Real-Life Christmas Wonderland
Film Anchors Great American Christmas 2026
NEW YORK, NY – January 14, 2026 – Local Branson, Missouri, residents are thrilled as production on Great American Media’s Original Movie, An Ozark Mountain Christmas is now underway. The film, starring Brianna Cohen (A Royal Christmas Manor, Saving the Christmas Ranch) and Jonathan Stoddard (“Crossroad Springs,” A Royal Christmas Tail), is a tentpole of new Original films coming to Great American Christmas 2026. The film brings the full magic of the season to life at one of America’s most cherished Christmas destinations – the City of Branson and Silver Dollar City.
Across the iconic 1880’s-themed park, is a dazzling Christmas wonderland featuring more than 6.5 million lights, hand-crafted decorations, live holiday entertainment, a world-class holiday parade, and season attractions that make Branson, MO, and Silver Dollar City a beloved pilgrimage for families from across the country. From glowing lantern-lined streets and towering Christmas trees to carolers, horse-drawn carriages, and artisan demonstrations, Silver Dollar City provides the storybook backdrop for Great American Media’s newest holiday film.
In partnership with the City of Branson, An Ozark Mountain Christmas will capture the region at its most magical. Branson has extended its celebrated Christmas lighting and décor throughout the filming schedule, ensuring the movie is immersed in the realism of a true Branson Christmas with twinkling streets, decorated storefronts, and festive skyline playing a starring role in the legendary holiday spectacle.
“Branson and Silver Dollar City create one of the most breathtaking Christmas destinations in America,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “The film allows us to invite audiences inside a real-life Christmas dream – one filled with light, tradition, music, craftsmanship, and the warmth of small-town celebration. An Ozark Mountain Christmas embodies everything Great American Christmas represents — faith, hope, joy. Christmas as it is meant to be,” Abbott concluded.
Throughout production, the film will showcase the many experiences that have made Silver Dollar City synonymous with the season: glowing nighttime rides, seasonal culinary favorites, artisan workshops, holiday shows, festive shopping, and the unmistakable spirit of togetherness and tradition that is foundational to the City of Branson, Silver Dollar City, and Great American Media.
An Ozark Mountain Christmas will premiere as part of Great American Christmas 2026 on Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, continuing the tradition of delivering uplifting stories set in America’s most meaningful and beautiful small towns and communities.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Inside Great American Media: Bill Abbott’s Great American BreakoutAmerican Christmas 2026
Inside Great American Media: Bill Abbott’s Great American Breakout
Great American Media posts one of the most impressive growth years in family and faith entertainment.
NEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2025 — Under Bill Abbott’s leadership, Great American Media closed 2025 not just with growth but with major strategic wins that reshaped its footprint in the entertainment industry. While the broader media landscape grappled with fragmentation and shifting consumption habits, Great American Media’s commitment to family-centered, values-driven content delivered breakthroughs in audience reach, distribution, and cultural relevance.
Abbott’s clear vision — rooted in trust, connection, and content that celebrates faith, family, and country — produced one of the most compelling success stories in entertainment this year.
Audience Growth and Distribution Expansion
Great American Family and its sister network Great American Faith & Living achieved significant distribution milestones. Both networks joined YouTube TV’s live channel lineup, expanding linear reach into millions more households nationwide and strengthening the company’s appeal to cord-cutting audiences who still value scheduled, appointment programming.
In streaming, Great American Media rolled out its direct-to-consumer GFam+ app across all major platforms, giving viewers seamless access to its growing library of original films and series anytime, anywhere. Availability on platforms like YouTube’s Primetime Channels further amplified this reach and supported cross-platform audience growth.
Original Content Fueled Growth
2025 marked a major shift into sustained original series production, setting the stage for a robust 2026. Hits like When Hope
Calls and County Rescue wrapped production on their third seasons, building franchise continuity and deepening audience investment.
The breakout success of Crossroad Springs stands out as a true network milestone. After its first season became one of the most-watched original dramas in Great American Media history, the series was renewed for Season 2 with expanded distribution across Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFam+. The network also premiered a Crossroad Springs Christmas music special tied to its fifth annual Christmas season.
Abbott’s focus on compelling storytelling paid dividends. This year’s Christmas slate, highlighted by a lineup of more than a dozen original films starring major talents like Candace Cameron Bure and Mario Lopez reinforced Great American Family’s identity as a destination for heart-centered holiday content. Coverage in national press underscored the breadth of the 2025 holiday film slate and the network’s growing cultural relevance.
Cinematic and Cultural Milestones
Great American Media hit a significant milestone with Another Sweet Christmas, the first theatrical release of a Great American Christmas Original, presented in partnership with Fathom Entertainment. The three-night nationwide engagement in more than 700 theaters brought the brand’s storytelling to the big screen and created a rare event-style theatrical moment for a faith-and-family-oriented feature.
Building on that momentum, production began in 2025 on the follow-up film A Sweet Christmas Anniversary, with a planned world premiere in 2026, signaling GAM’s commitment to expanding its film slate beyond television and streaming.
Great American Media also served as the exclusive broadcast home for the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting, bringing a national tradition into homes with performances from artists rooted in the network’s community and values. The event’s reach underscored GAM’s role as a cultural convenor during the holiday season.
Strategic Innovation and Market Positioning
Beyond programming, Great American Media enhanced its industry profile with key commercial initiatives. The company integrated its GAM Connect linear advertising solution with Audyns, giving advertisers data- driven tools to plan and measure campaigns across its networks with greater precision. This move positioned GAM as both a creative and commercial partner in the evolving media ecosystem.
Looking Ahead: Growth and Major Partnerships
Abbott closed the year with forward-looking announcements that set the tone for 2026. Great American Media became a media partner with America Reads the Bible, supporting a historic nationwide reading event scheduled for April 18–25, 2026. The collaboration aligns with the company’s mission and extends its influence into community-focused cultural programming.
On the streaming front, Great American Media revealed plans to launch Pure Flix Familia, a dedicated Spanish- language platform designed to serve one of the fastest-growing audience segments in faith-based entertainment. This expansion reflects a broader strategy to welcome diverse communities with meaningful, values-aligned content.
A Year of Momentum
Across platforms, content, and culture, 2025 was a defining year for Great American Media. Abbott’s leadership translated into measurable audience growth, expanded distribution, enhanced advertiser relationships, and cultural relevance that extended beyond screens into national conversation. With an ambitious slate of originals, new franchise extensions, and deeper audience engagement, Great American Media enters 2026 with momentum built on a distinct identity and growing industry influence.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media, the leader in faith and family programming, is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+,
an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app. Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Debbie Long Davis 512.537.1414 media@crosswindpr.com
Great American Media and Branson, Missouri Partner on
Original Christmas Film for Great American Christmas 2026
NEW YORK, NY – December 22, 2025 – Great American Media today announced a new partnership with the City of Branson, Missouri, and Silver Dollar City to produce an original Christmas film as part of Great American Christmas 2026. The film, An Ozark Mountain Christmas, stars Brianna Cohen (A Royal Christmas Manor, Saving the Christmas Ranch) and Jonathan Stoddard (“Crossroad Springs,” A Royal Christmas Tail) and will stream exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, with linear and live-feed premieres on Great American Family and GFAM+.
This collaboration brings together partners who share a deep commitment to faith, family and country. Branson’s long-standing reputation for wholesome entertainment, craftsmanship, and community makes it a natural fit for Great American Media’s Christmas storytelling. Filmed on location, the movie showcases Branson during the holiday season, highlighting the city’s character, heritage, and enduring appeal.
As part of the partnership, the City of Branson will extend its holiday light displays into January to support production. Silver Dollar City also plays a central role, with its 1880s Ozark-era setting and renowned “An Old Time Christmas” festival providing an authentic backdrop rooted in tradition, artistry, and small-town pride.
“Branson represents many of the values that define Great American Christmas—faith, family, and a strong sense of community,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer of Great American Media. “This partnership allows us to tell a story that is both genuine and grounded, while showcasing a destination that has remained true to its heritage. We are proud to work alongside the City of Branson and Silver Dollar City on a project that reflects what our audience values most.”
In An Ozark Mountain Christmas, a driven young designer (Cohen), at a professional crossroads, returns home to the Ozarks for Christmas at her sister’s urging. There, she reconnects with her family’s legacy of craftsmanship, rediscovers a quieter faith, and begins to reevaluate her priorities. With the help of Paul (Stoddard), she finds renewed purpose through work rooted in care, community, and tradition.
An Ozark Mountain Christmas is produced by Nicely Entertainment.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leader in faith and family streaming; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Great American Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app. Connect with Great American Media on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube TV, LinkedIn and X.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media is National Linear, Digital, and Streaming Home of the 137th Rose Parade® presented by Honda
Earvin “Magic” Johnson to Serve as Grand Marshal; Theme Celebrates “The Magic in Teamwork” as Viewers Experience the Grandeur of one of America’s Most Beloved Traditions, January 1, Live from Pasadena, California
NEW YORK, New York – November 17, 2025 – Great American Media today proudly announced it will serve as the national linear, digital, and streaming home to the 137th Rose Parade® presented by Honda, taking place January 1, 2026 (8a PT), live from Pasadena, California. Viewers across the country will experience the breathtaking pageantry of this cherished New Year’s Day tradition across Great American Family (national linear home), GFAM+ (national digital app), and Great American Pure Flix (national streaming home) through an expanded, multi-platform partnership.
The Rose Parade has named legendary athlete, entrepreneur, and transformative philanthropist, Earvin “Magic” Johnson as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Rose Parade. Johnson’s leadership, excellence, and impact on communities nationwide perfectly embodies the parade’s official 2026 theme: “The Magic in Teamwork.”
“We are honored once again to be partnered with the Tournament of Roses Foundation to bring this storied New Year’s tradition to viewers across America,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “For more than 100 years, the Rose Parade’s majestic floats, world-class performances, and incredible artistry has ushered in the New Year with faith, hope, and joy – values that resonated deeply with our audience,” Abbott concluded.
For generations, the Rose Parade has signaled hope and renewal as marching bands, equestrian units, and floats adorned with millions of meticulously placed flowers turn Pasadena’s Colorado Boulevard into a living canvas. The grandeur and majesty of the Rose Parade stand unrivaled, transforming Colorado Boulevard into one of the most awe-inspiring stages in American tradition.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leader in faith and family streaming; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Great American Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app. Great American Media is expanding its platforms to include the company’s first theatrical release, Another Sweet Christmas, premiering in theaters nationwide, November 30-December 1.In addition, Great American Media has partnered with the National Park Foundation for annual 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 4,which airs on Great American Family on December 5 at 8 p.m. ET and stream on Great American Pure Flix through January 31, 2026. Connect with Great American Media on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube TV, LinkedIn and X.
About the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® and Rose Parade® presented by Honda
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® is a volunteer organization that hosts America’s New Year Celebration® with the Rose Parade® presented by Honda, the Rose Bowl Game® presented by Prudential and a variety of accompanying events. The Association’s 935 Members supply more than 80,000 volunteer hours, which will drive the success of the 137th Rose Parade, themed “The Magic in Teamwork,” on Thursday, January 1, 2026, followed by the College Football Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential. Visit www.tournamentofroses.com, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X, and like us on Facebook.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818‑415‑3784
pamslay@gacmedia.com
media@crosswindpr.com
Great American Media Greenlights Season 2 for Hit Original Series,
“Crossroad Springs,”
Beloved Series Returns in 2026 to Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+
Network Gifts Fans A New, Original Christmas Music Special, “Crossroad Springs Christmas,” Featuring Stars Jonathan Stoddard and Jillian Cardarelli
NEW YORK, NY – October 21, 2025 – Great American Media proudly announces that its hit original drama series, “Crossroad Springs” has been officially renewed for a second season, slated to premiere in 2026 exclusively across Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+. The series features an ensemble cast led by Jonathan Stoddard, Emily Alatalo, Brittney Underwood, Shaun Johnston, Kate Drummond, Jesse Hutch, Jillian Cardarelli, Erin Agostino, and Jon McLaren.
The renewal follows the success of “Crossroad Springs” Season One, which resonated deeply with audiences through its heartfelt storytelling centered on faith, family, and redemption, and quickly became one of the most-watched original dramas in Great American Media history.
“‘Crossroad Springs” reflects everything our audience loves about Great American Media’s storytelling – faith-filled, uplifting, and centered on family,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “We made a commitment to uphold these values and the success is undeniable. We are excited to continue the journey with Season Two and bring even more hope-filled stories to our viewers,” Abbott concluded.
A Holiday Gift to Fans: “Crossroad Springs Christmas,” Original Music Special
In celebration of the show’s success, Great American Media also announced, “Crossroad Springs Christmas,” Original Christmas Music Special, premiering December 2025, as part of the 5th anniversary of GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS. The special will feature series stars Jonathan Stoddard and Jillian Cardarelli, who penned and performed the title song for the series, as they share new holiday performances inspired by the heart and hope of “Crossroad Springs.” The one-hour event will blend original music, classic carols, and behind-the-scenes storytelling, offering fans an intimate celebration of faith, family, and the joy of the Christmas season.
“Music is part of the emotional heartbeat of our show,” said Stoddard. “This Christmas special is our way to connect with fans in joy to celebrate faith, community, and the beauty of the season.”
Cardarelli added, “Creating music for the show has been a blessing. We hope the Christmas special reflects the hope and warmth that makes both Christmas and ‘Crossroad Springs’ so endearing to our fans.”
ABOUT CROSSROAD SPRINGS:
“Crossroad Springs” follows the Hamilton family as son, James (Stoddard), a pastor from Chicago, and sister, Janet (Alatalo), an ER doctor in a neighboring town, return to their hometown to rebuild relationships and the family’s legacy farm. With patriarch, Willis (Johnston) and his sister, Amy (Drummond) aging, the family faces harsh natural conditions, financial hardships, and a simmering generational feud from neighbor, Daniel Newman (Hutch). Set against the backdrop of the American heartland, the series captures stories of redemption, resilience, and the power of faith and community.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on GFam+ app. Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices. Connect with Great American Media on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube TV, LinkedIn and X.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media Announces Season Three of When Hope Calls: Brookfield,
Starring Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Sarah Fisher, Nick Bateman, and
Trevor Donovan, Beloved Series Returns 2026
NEW YORK, NY – Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – Great American Media proudly announces Season Three of “When Hope Calls: Brookfield,” continuing the Original series that has captured fans nationwide. Beloved by audiences for its quality, heartwarming storytelling, and timeless themes, the series continues to resonate with viewers seeking family-friendly entertainment. Additionally, “When Hope Calls” received a coveted nomination for TELEVISION SERIES OF THE YEAR at the upcoming 56th Annual Dove Awards, a category it shares with “The Chosen” and “House of David.”
“We are delighted to continue the journey of ‘When Hope Calls,’” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “This series embodies the heart, hope, and values that resonate so strongly with audiences and define our brand. With a stellar cast leading the way, we look forward to continuing to share inspiring stories from Brookfield that viewers love,” Abbott concluded.
Season Three will feature a celebrated cast, including Cindy Busby (“When Hope Calls,” There’s No Place Like Christmas), Christopher Russell (“When Hope Calls,” A Christmas Prayer), Sarah Fisher (“When Hope Calls,” Someone Like You), Nick Bateman (“When Hope Calls,” A Christmas Miracle with Daisy), and Trevor Donovan (“When Hope Calls,” Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas), bringing new life and unforgettable moments to the cherished community of Brookfield. Also returning is Wendy Crewson (“When Hope Calls”), Hanneke Talbot (“When Hope Calls”), Simon Arblaster (Bringing Christmas Home), and Jon McLaren (“When Hope Calls,” Christmas in Midnight Clear).
Fans of the Janette Oke-inspired series step into the heartwarming town of Brookfield, where family, friendship, and faith shine bright. With uplifting stories, a stellar cast, and timeless values at its core, “When Hope Calls: Brookfield” invites viewers to experience heartfelt moments, small town charm, and the power of love and resilience. Beginning in Season Two, the series incorporated “Brookfield” into its title to expand the “When Hope Calls” storytelling universe. Returning exclusively to Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+, in 2026.
“When Hope Calls” is executive produced by Brad Krevoy, Don McDonald, Alfonso H. Moreno, David Anselmo, All Canadian Entertainment and Hideaway Pictures. Don McCutcheon, Melanie Orr and Jerry Ciccoritti will direct the episodes written by Alfonso H. Moreno, Sara Snow and Kirsten Hansen. In Canada, “When Hope Calls” will air on Super Channel.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix, GFam+, and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Christmas Rings in Half a Decade with Biggest and Brightest Holiday Season Ever!
NEW YORK, NY – September 26, 2025 – The wait is finally over! Great American Media unveils the media company’s highly anticipated Original premiere schedule for Great American Christmas 2025 on Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+. Great American Christmas officially begins streaming exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, beginning October 9 and begins on Great American Family and GFAM+ Friday, October 10. Great American Christmas, one of the most popular Christmas program events, celebrates its 5th anniversary in 2025.
“As we celebrate the fifth year of Great American Christmas, it is a reminder of just how special this tradition has become. Our storytelling is rooted in faith, family, and the true spirit of the season – Christmas as it is meant to be,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Each year, we strive to create films that not only warm hearts but also bring people together in joy and reflection. Reaching this milestone reinforces our commitment to offering viewers stories that honor timeless values and the wonder of Christmas,” Abbott concluded.
Since 2021, Great American Media has created one of the largest libraries of quality, Original Christmas content in all of entertainment. Great American Christmas is a cherished holiday ritual with brand-new original films, fan-favorite stars, festive surprises, and the biggest holiday lineup yet.
GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2025 PREMIERE SLATE:
Thursday, October 9, 2025, A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, starring Katie Leclerc and Ryan Carnes, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. A pastry chef (Leclerc) returns home to Door County, Wisconsin, for Christmas and find that saving her family’s orchard—and her heart—may depend on the perfect pie and a second chance at love (Carnes).
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, starring Katie Leclerc and Ryan Carnes, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. A pastry chef (Leclerc) returns home to Door County, Wisconsin, for Christmas and find that saving her family’s orchard—and her heart—may depend on the perfect pie and a second chance at love (Carnes).
Thursday, October 16, 2025, A Christmas Prayer, starring Shae Robins and Christopher Russell, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. In A Christmas Prayer, Natalie (Robins), a weary children’s book illustrator, rediscovers her creativity and faith when she secretly fulfills the heartfelt prayer-list of a little girl, unknowingly becoming the answer to the girl’s father’s (Russell) Christmas wish for love, healing, and hope.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, A Christmas Prayer, starring Shae Robins and Christopher Russell, Great American Family and GFAM+, Original Linear Premiere. In A Christmas Prayer, Natalie (Robins), a weary children’s book illustrator, rediscovers her creativity and faith when she secretly fulfills the heartfelt prayer-list of a little girl, unknowingly becoming the answer to the girl’s father’s (Russell) Christmas wish for love, healing, and hope.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, Once Upon a Christmas Crown, starring Ellise Roth and Callum Buckley, Great American Pure Flix Premiere. In Once Upon A Christmas Crown, Princess Charlotte (Roth) of Marovia, a duty-bound princess, escapes to a New England town at Christmas, where a secret baking contest — and an unexpected romance (Buckley) — teach her that love may be life’s true crowning achievement.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Once Upon a Christmas Crown, starring Ellise Roth and Callum Buckley, Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. In Once Upon A Christmas Crown, Princess Charlotte (Roth) of Marovia, a duty-bound princess, escapes to a New England town at Christmas, where a secret baking contest — and an unexpected romance (Buckley) — teach her that love may be life’s true crowning achievement.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, Christmas Of Giving (wt), starring Ash Tsai, Marshall Williams, and Julia Reilly, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. In Christmas of Giving, when a weary non-profit director (Tsai) faces dwindling donations and perceives she may be replaced just days before Christmas, the return of an old love (Williams) and a new and unexpected ally (Reilly) teach her that letting go may be the only way to save both her mission and her heart.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Christmas Of Giving (wt), starring Ash Tsai, Marshall Williams, and Julia Reilly, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. In Christmas of Giving, when a weary non-profit director (Tsai) faces dwindling donations and perceives she may be replaced just days before Christmas, the return of an old love (Williams) and a new, unexpected ally (Reilly) teach her that letting go may be the only way to save both her mission and her heart.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Christmas In Midnight Clear, starring Alicia Josipovic and Jon McLaren, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. A high-powered real estate developer (Josipovic), burdened by a costly setback, arrives in the struggling town of Midnight Clear just before Christmas where she meets a local pastor (McLaren) and learns saving the community may require opening her heart as much as her checkbook.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Christmas In Midnight Clear, starring Alicia Josipovic and Jon McLaren, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family. A high-powered real estate developer (Josipovic), burdened by a costly setback, arrives in the struggling town of Midnight Clear just before Christmas where she meets a local pastor (McLaren) and learns saving the community may require opening her heart as much as her checkbook.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, Timeless Tidings of Joy, starring Candace Cameron Bure, Natasha Bure, and Paul Greene, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. When Ally (Candace Cameron Bure) returns home to sell her grandmother’s (Natasha Bure) letterpress shop—long seen as a burden—she meets an old soul (Greene) determined to preserve its legacy, and together they discover that faith, sacrifice, and love can rewrite both the shop’s fate and their own.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Timeless Tidings of Joy, starring Candace Cameron Bure, Natasha Bure, and Paul Greene, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. When Ally (Candace Cameron Bure) returns home to sell her grandmother’s (Natasha Bure) letterpress shop—long seen as a burden—she meets an old soul (Greene) determined to preserve its legacy, and together they discover that faith, sacrifice, and love can rewrite both the shop’s fate and their own.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, Christmas On Every Page, starring Rose Reid and Jake Allyn, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. An advertising executive (Reid) returns to her hometown to help save her family’s struggling bookstore. While there, she partners with a local craftsman (Allyn) to design and paint a Christmas mural that not only brings the community together but also rekindles her own sense of creativity and connection.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Christmas On Every Page, starring Rose Reid and Jake Allyn, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. An advertising executive (Reid) returns to her hometown to help save her family’s struggling bookstore. While there, she partners with a local craftsman (Allyn) to design and paint a Christmas mural that not only brings the community together but also rekindles her own sense of creativity and connection.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Love At Kringle Lake (wt) starring Emily Alatalo and Jonathan Stoddard, Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. After losing her big-city job, Jules returns home to save her family’s Christmas carnival, rediscovering love, community, and holiday spirit.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, The Christmas Spark, starring Mario Lopez and Ali Cobrin, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. At Christmastime, a passed-over corporate lawyer (Lopez) joins his small town’s fire department, where he competes with a fallen hero’s son – and finds unexpected sparks with his widowed mom (Cobrin).
Thursday, November 27, 2025, There’s No Place Like Christmas, starring Cindy Busby and Sam Page, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. A big city realtor (Busby) returns to her hometown to lead the local real estate office during its most crucial revenue season. But when she clashes with a charming photographer (Page), she must decide if success means chasing her career – or following her heart.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, The Christmas Spark, starring Mario Lopez and Ali Cobrin, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. At Christmastime, a passed-over corporate lawyer (Lopez) joins his small town’s fire department, where he competes with a fallen hero’s son – and finds unexpected sparks with his widowed mom (Cobrin).
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Encore Presentation — Timeless Tidings of Joy, starring Candace Cameron Bure, Natasha Bure, and Paul Greene, Great American Family and GFAM+. When Ally (Candace Cameron Bure) returns home to sell her grandmother’s (Natasha Bure) letterpress shop—long seen as a burden—she meets an old soul (Greene) determined to preserve its legacy, and together they discover that faith, sacrifice, and love can rewrite both the shop’s fate and their own.
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, There’s No Place Like Christmas, starring Cindy Busby and Sam Page, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. A big city realtor (Busby) returns to her hometown to lead the local real estate office during its most crucial revenue season. But when she clashes with a charming photographer (Page), she must decide if success means chasing her career – or following her heart.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, Cranberries And Carols, starring Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. When a devoted café owner (Wagner) returns home to help her family host the town’s cherished Yuletide Potluck, she unexpectedly reunites with the man from a disastrous blind date twenty years ago – a military engineer (Donovan) – only to discover that Christmas may serve them both with a second chance at love.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Cranberries And Carols, starring Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan, Great American Family and GFAM+. When a devoted café owner (Wagner) returns home to help her family host the town’s cherished Yuletide Potluck, she unexpectedly reunites with the man from a disastrous blind date twenty years ago – a military engineer (Donovan) – only to discover that Christmas may serve them both with a second chance at love.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Mistletoe At the Manor (wt), starring Madeleine Coghlan and Lior Selve, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. When Alice, a spirited East Coast cooking show influencer, journeys to a centuries-old English castle to honor a WWII nurse by laying her remains in the castle gardens, she finds herself swept into the castle’s holiday magic—and the unexpected warmth of it charming proprietor.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, Have We Met This Christmas?, starring Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. After a car accident leaves ambitious real estate executive Katie Sloan (McKellar) with amnesia at a cozy mountain inn, she unexpectedly falls for the innkeeper’s son (Hutch) from her forgotten past – while helping his family fight to save their beloved lodge before her memory returns and threatens their second chance at love.
Friday, December 12, 2025, Coupled Up for Christmas, starring Sara Canning and Marcus Rosner, Original Streaming Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. Two heartbroken singles (Canning, Rosner), desperate to win back their exes, hatch a scheme to pretend they are madly in love – only to discover that the real sparks flying may be between them.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Have We Met This Christmas?, starring Danica McKellar and Jesse Hutch, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. After a car accident leaves ambitious real estate executive Katie Sloan (McKellar) with amnesia at a cozy mountain inn, she unexpectedly falls for the innkeeper’s son (Hutch) from her forgotten past – while helping his family fight to save their beloved lodge before her memory returns and threatens their second chance at love.
Saturday, December 14, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, A Royal Christmas Tail, starring Jonathan Stoddard and Brittany Underwood, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. When a dashing prince trades a glass slipper for a dog tag, he embarks on a heartwarming Christmas quest to find the mysterious woman – and her adorable pup – who captured his heart in one magical holiday moment.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, SURPRISE CHRISTMAS FILM, Original Streaming Premiere, Great American Pure Flix
Friday, December 19, 2025, Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas (wt), starring Jillian Murray, Trevor Donovan, and Dominic Lopez, Original World Premiere, Great American Pure Flix. A wish tree unites a morning show host (Donovan) and an artist (Murray) as they race across Buffalo with the host’s daughter and the artist’s son, (Dominic Lopez) to find the season’s hottest toy – discovering love and family along the way.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, SURPRISE CHRISTMAS FILM, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 8 p.m. ET, Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas (wt), starring Jillian Murray, Trevor Donovan, and Dominic Lopez, Original Linear Premiere, Great American Family and GFAM+. A wish tree unites a morning show host (Donovan) and an artist (Murray) as they race across Buffalo with the host’s daughter and the artist’s son, (Dominic Lopez) to find the season’s hottest toy – discovering love and family along the way.
Thursday, January 1, 2026, 8 a.m. ET, 137th TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE, Live from Pasadena, California, Original Linear and Streaming Premiere Event, Great American Family, GFAM+, and Great American Pure Flix. On New Year’s Day 2026, Pasadena bursts into color and music as the 137th Rose Parade, themed “The Magic of Teamwork,” rolls 5 ½ miles down Colorado Boulevard to infamous “TV Corner,” Orange Grove Boulevard, with dazzling flower-covered floats, world class marching bands, and majestic equestrian units, celebrating creativity, unity, and tradition performed in front of millions worldwide.
EDITORIAL NOTE: Great American Media’s hit series, “Crossroad Springs,” is in production shooting additional episodes of Season One. “Crossroad Springs” premieres episode 106, “Sunrise and Still Water,” on Great American Family, Saturday, October 4 (8 p.m. ET). On October 10, regular programming is pre-empted for 24/7 Great American Christmas 2025. “Crossroad Springs” returns with all-new episodes in early Spring 2026. Fans of the series will be able to stream “Crossroad Springs” anytime, anywhere on Great American Pure Flix.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix, GFam+, and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media Announces Jillian Murray and Trevor Donovan Set to Star In,
Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas,
Co-Starring Dominic Lopez,
New, Original Movie for Great American Christmas 2025
NEW YORK, NY – September 23, 2025 – Great American Media announced Jillian Murray and Trevor Donovan are set to star in Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas, a new, Original film for the 5th anniversary edition of GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS. Great American Christmas celebrates a milestone five-year anniversary when the popular franchise returns to air on Great American Family and GFAM+ on October 10, and streams exclusively on Great American Pure Flix beginning October 16.
“We are so proud of the extraordinary talent that comes together for Mission Merry Christmas,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Trevor Donovan and Jillian Murray bring such warmth and heart to their roles, and it is a treat to watch Mario Lopez’ son, Dominic, light up the screen with his natural charm. Partnering with Mario is always a privilege, and I believe this collaboration has produced one of the most special Christmas films of the year,” Abbott concluded.
In Mission Merry Christmas, when a Christmas wishes tree brings together morning show host Michael (Donovan) and artist/designer, Mia (Murray), they set out on a holiday mission to make a child’s Christmas dreams come true. Teaming up with Michael’s daughter, Daphne, and Mia’s son, Cruz (Lopez), the two families race across Buffalo in search of the season’s most sought-after toy – The Golden Gliders. Along the way, festive adventures, unexpected challenges and the spirit of the season draw Michael and Mia closer, proving the greatest gift is finding love and family when you least expect it.
Executive Produced by Mario Lopez through his ViaMar Productions. Produced by Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas) and Jeff Stearns. Original Screenplay written by Avery Henry-Bailey Megan Henry Herzlinger & Brian Herzlinger. Directed by Brian Herzlinger.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix, GFam+, and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.
Photos: Courtesy of Great American Media 2025
Cutline: Jillian Murray, Trevor Donovan, and Dominic Lopez star in Mario Lopez Presents: Mission Merry Christmas, a new, Original movie for Great American Christmas set to premiere this December. Great American Christmas returns to air on Great American Family and GFAM+, October 10, and streams on Great American Pure Flix, beginning October 16.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
