The Trouble With Mistletoe In Production as First Film Under New Partnership
Film Stars Jillian Murray and Brett Varvel, Based on Award-Winning Author, Jennifer Snow’s Novel, Premieres During 6th Annual Great American Christmas
NEW YORK, NY – April 9, 2026 – Great American Media today announced an exclusive overall deal with actress Jillian Murray, with production now underway on The Trouble With Mistletoe, the first film under the new agreement. The film will be a World Premiere as part of the 6th Annual Great American Christmas franchise. Murray (Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas, A Little Women’s Christmas) stars opposite Brett Varvel (“County Rescue,” “Running the Baes”) in the Original Christmas feature. The Trouble With Mistletoe is adapted from USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Snow’s novel.
Set in the charming town of Brookhollow, The Trouble With Mistletoe follows an acquisitions executive (Murray) who returns home for Christmas and unexpectedly reconnects with the former fiancé (Varvel) she left behind. As the traditions of her hometown rekindle old memories, she begins to wonder if the life she walked away from may still be the one meant for her.
“From the very beginning, our success has been driven by a clear and intentional focus on aligning with talent who authentically reflect our values,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “In just five short years, this commitment has helped Great American Media platforms become the most beloved destinations in faith and family entertainment. Jillian Murray exemplifies the heart, integrity, and connection we look for, and her work continues to strengthen the meaningful storytelling our audience has come to trust and embrace,” Abbott concluded.
The Trouble With Mistletoe is produced by Kris Black. Director is Don S. Arthur. Screenplay by award-winning author, Jennifer Snow.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is theleader 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
Submissions Open April 9–May 25 | Featured Voices Revealed Beginning July 4, 2026
NEW YORK (April 9, 2026) — Great American Media today announced America Sings the Anthem, a nationwide initiative encouraging individuals and groups to celebrate their love of the country by of singing The Star-Spangled Banner as part of the ongoing celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Submissions open April 9 and will be accepted through May 25, 2026 and select performances will be featured across Great American Media platforms as part of a national showcase highlighting voices across the country. “The National Anthemis a reminder of America’s exceptionalism and the sacrifices behind the freedoms we enjoy,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Great American Media. “As we approach America’s 250th, we wanted to create something that helps us pause and celebrate our country.”
As part of the initiative, featured submissions will help open the broadcast day on Great American Family, with select voices invited to lead the 6:00 a.m. sign-on with their performance of the national anthem. These moments are designed to reflect a wide range of families, communities, and traditions, offering a meaningful way to begin the day across the country.
America Sings the Anthem is open to individuals and groups of all ages, including churches, schools, choirs, military families, and community organizations. Participants are invited to record their performance wherever they are, whether at home, in their place of worship, on a school stage, or in their community.
There are no rankings or winners. Instead, submissions will be reviewed for inclusion, with featured performances representing a broad cross-section of voices, styles, and communities from across the nation.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
• Record your performance of The Star-Spangled Banner in 90 seconds or less
• Submit your entry by completing the form and uploading your video (.mp4 or .mov) at pureflix.com/anthem
IMPORTANT DATES
• April 9–May 25: Submissions Open
• May 26–June 14: Review Process
• Beginning July 4, 2026: Featured Voices Announced and Showcased
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.
Media Contacts:
Thomas Graham or Debbie Davis
media@crosswindpr.com
512-537-1414
Production Begins on Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou,
A Defining Unscripted Original Series for Great American Media
NEW YORK, NY – April 7, 2026 – Cameras are officially rolling on “Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou,” marking the start of production on what is poised to become a landmark unscripted series for Great American Media.
Starring two of the country most influential and faith-driven voices, Jep Robertson and Jessica Robertson, the new Original Lifestyle Series follows the couple as they step into an entirely new chapter – building out not only neighborhoods, but a thriving Comanche Moon Ranch community rooted in purpose and legacy and viewers will witness firsthand how vision, hard work, and conviction can transform land into legacy – and neighbors into family.
“Great American Media’s has become one of the most beloved viewing destinations in just five short years – a credit to our unwavering commitment to quality and purpose-driven storytelling – building a trusted brand and one of the industry’s fastest-growing libraries,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer & Chief of Staff, Great American Media. “This strength and momentum allows us to invest in new genres of storytelling while staying true to the values that define us, and to attract exceptional new voices like Jep and Jessica Robertson, whose authenticity, faith, and heart reflect the very best of our brand,” Haubrich concluded.
Leaving behind the Louisiana bayous that made them household names, Jep and Jessica are planting deeper roots in Texas – creating a gathering place designed to foster connection, craftsmanship, and meaningful living. From ranch development and community projects to moments of family and faith around the table, the series captures the real-life building of something enduring.
With production underway, “Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou” signals Great American Media’s continued expansion into premium unscripted programming that reflects its core values and its growing multi-platform ecosystem, from Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, GFAM+, multiple fast channels, and more on the horizon.
As the Robertson’s build their new frontier, viewers will be inspired to build, serve, and strengthen the communities around them.
“Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou” is slated to premiere later this year.
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.
ABOUT WARM SPRINGS PRODUCTIONS
Warm Springs Productions, based in Missoula, Montana, is responsible for such hit series as Yellowstone: One-Fifty and The First Christmas with Kevin Costner, History’s Mountain Men, and Discovery’s The Last Woodsman, plus many more. They were also producers of Duck Commander, the pre-cursor to Duck Dynasty, and have been friends and collaborators with the Robertsons for many years.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
NEW YORK, NY – April 2, 2026 – Great American Media announced An Accidental Arctic Christmas, reuniting beloved Great American stars Cameron Mathison (Home Sweet Anniversary, A Merry Christmas Wish) and Jill Wagner (“Lioness,” A Merry Christmas Wish) premiering as part of the upcoming all-star Great American Christmas on Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+.
“This year’s Great American Christmas represents a maturation of our business and the highest level of talent and storytelling we have ever brought to the screen. From beloved stars to richly layered stories, every film reflects our commitment to creative excellence. Our success as a business in the five years since launch has allowed us to reinvest in content that will yield our most compelling and complete Christmas slate to date and will be a true celebration of the reason for the season,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
In An Accidental Arctic Christmas, single dad, Jim (Mathison) and his spirited, science-minded 20-year-old daughter, Isla (Maya Rose Skabar), share a tradition of alternating who decides how they spend Christmas each year. Jim, a former major league baseball player turned broadcaster, never misses hosting his annual Christmas Eve show from Times Square – until Isla persuades him to take a once-in-a-lifetime Arctic cruise, promising they will return in time for his broadcast.
When a timing mix-up leaves them stranded in an arctic town after their ship departs without them, their carefully planned holiday quickly turns into an unforgettable adventure. With no planes, trains, or automobiles available, they must rely on wildlife conservationist Jane (Wagner) and her rugged tundra buggy to navigate the frozen wilderness. As they journey through the awe-inspiring Arctic – from the glow of the Aurora Borealis to the famed Polar Bear Capital of the World—Isla embraces the glory of nature, Jim wrestles with letting go of control, and Jane brings heart and charm to the path forward.
This is Bure’s third film for the 2026 holiday lineup. The “Queen of Christmas” stars in Home Sweet Anniversary with co-star Mathison, the third film in the Home Sweet franchise and sequel to last year’s successful theatrical film, Another Sweet Christmas. Additionally, Bure stars in One More Christmas with Jonathan Scarfe, and executive produces An Accidental Arctic Christmas, currently filming in Canada.
An Accidental Arctic Christmas is a Magic Motion Media production in association with CandyRock Entertainment. Candace Cameron Bure is Executive Producer along with Jeffery Brooks, Ford Englerth, Tim Owens, Eric Jarboe and Holly A. Hines, and Robin Dunne. Caitlin Delaney serves as Producer. Michael Shepard, Justin Kelly, and Pino Halili serve as Supervising Producers, along with Kathy Ceroni and Laurie Singleton as Associate Producers. An Accidental Arctic Christmas is written by Robin Dunne & Arcade Riley.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is theleader 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.
ABOUT CANDYROCK ENTERTAINMENT
CandyRock Entertainment is a joint venture between award winning actress, producer and New York Times Best Selling Author Candace Cameron Bure and the full-service development and execution team behind Redrock Entertainment, Ford Englerth and Jeffery Brooks. CandyRock Entertainment has developed, produced, and distributed over 40 television projects, lifestyle programming, and feature length films with an emphasis on family-friendly content.
Instagram: @CandyRock.Entertainment
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
NEW YORK, NY – March 16, 2026 – Great American Media announced today that production is underway on One More Christmas, starring Candace Cameron Bure (Another Sweet Christmas, Timeless Tidings of Joy) and Jonathan Scarfe (“Van Helsing,” “The Equalizer 2”), a New Original Movie for Great American Christmas 2026. Bure will headline two Original films for Great American Christmas 2026 and will also serve as executive producer on an additional holiday feature to be announced soon. Great American Christmas is in its sixth season presenting Christmas stories filled with faith, love, hope, joy – Christmas as it is meant to be.
In One More Christmas, Anna (Bure) and James Campbell (Scarfe) have been divorced for five years, their once-happy union now a carefully managed truce for the sake of their children. When their daughter invites the entire family to meet her serious boyfriend over Christmas at her grandparents’ rustic Smoky Mountain cabin, the former couple reluctantly agrees. Arriving a day early to avoid awkwardness, Anna is surprised to find James has the same idea. But when the worst ice storm in a decade traps them in the mountains with no way out, the exes are forced to confront the history they share – and the possibility that their story may not be finished after all.
“Candace Cameron Bure has an extraordinary instinct for stories that uplift, inspire, and reflect the enduring values of faith. She not only understands our audience, but she also champions them. Her commitment to quality storytelling continues to set the standard for what Great American Christmas is all about,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
One More Christmas is a Syrup Studios production in association with CandyRock Entertainment. Candace Cameron Bure is Executive Producer along with Jeffery Brooks, Ford Englerth, Tim Owens, Eric Jarboe and Holly A. Hines, Paula Elle, Jameson Parker, and Trevor McWhinney. Jordan Smysniuk serves as Producer. Michael Shepard and Jonathan Shore serve as Supervising Producers, along with Trudi Thorwaldson as Associate Producer. One More Christmas is written by Taylor Kalupa and Masey McLain.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is theleader 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.
ABOUT CANDYROCK ENTERTAINMENT
CandyRock Entertainment is a joint venture between award winning actress, producer and New York Times Best Selling Author Candace Cameron Bure and the full-service development and execution team behind Redrock Entertainment, Ford Englerth and Jeffery Brooks. CandyRock Entertainment has developed, produced, and distributed over 40 television projects, lifestyle programming, and feature length films with an emphasis on family-friendly content.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
NEW YORK, NY — March 12, 2026 — Great American Media today announced the launch of The Golden Thread, a new genre of faith-driven storytelling centered on the ways everyday faith shapes the journey of life.
For generations, faith-based films have often focused on moments of hardship where belief suddenly appears during times of crisis. While those stories reflect an important part of human experience, The Golden Thread introduces a different kind of storytelling, where faith is a staple throughout the entire arc of life.
More than a programming label or seasonal collection, The Golden Thread represents a defining creative vision for Great American Media. These stories highlight how faith is present not only in life’s most difficult moments, but also in the small decisions, relationships, and acts of service that shape who we become.
Like a thread woven through fabric, faith connects moments of joy, challenge, hope, and renewal. The Golden Thread reflects the belief that faith is often experienced in ordinary moments, guiding purpose and strengthening community along the way.
“At Great American Media, we believe faith is not something that appears only in moments of crisis,” said Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Great American Media. “The Golden Thread reflects the reality that faith is part of the entire journey of life. It’s present in the joyful moments, the difficult seasons, and the everyday experiences in between. These stories will entertain while demonstrating that faith is the very fabric of our lives, and is woven throughout life’s journey, guiding decisions, relationships, and purpose along the way.”
The first film to premiere under The Golden Thread banner is Blessings in Disguise, starring Shae Robins (A Christmas Prayer, Destined at Christmas) and Casey Elliott (Destined at Christmas, Destined at Christmas Once More).
In Blessings in Disguise, Robins portrays a talented fashion designer who thoughtfully stitches a line of scripture into every garment she creates, believing the wearer may receive more than beautiful clothing. Elliott plays a gifted woodworker who hopes to use his craft in service to others. When their paths cross, both discover that small acts of faith can lead to unexpected blessings, renewed purpose, and meaningful connection.
Just as Christmas movies grew into a beloved genre of television storytelling, The Golden Thread introduces a new storytelling tradition centered on the everyday presence of faith. While the genre is being formally introduced today, the spirit of Golden Thread storytelling has already appeared in several Great American Media films, beginning with the 2022 original The Christmas…Present, starring and executive produced by Candace Cameron Bure. The film’s message, that faith quietly shapes the choices we make and the lives we touch, captured the essence of what Great American Media now defines as The Golden Thread storytelling.
Through The Golden Thread, Great American Media continues its commitment to meaningful entertainment that celebrates and honors faith, family, and country.
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
NEW YORK, NY – February 26, 2026 – Great American Media proudly announces the continuation of its cherished romantic franchise with the third installment of, A Prince in Paradise: A Royal Wedding. The film, set to begin production in Australia, sees the return of fan-favorite leads, Rhiannon Fish (A Prince In Paradise: Royal In Paradise, A Prince In Paradise: A Christmas Castle Proposal) and Mitchell Bourke (A Prince In Paradise: Royal In Paradise, A Prince In Paradise: A Christmas Castle Proposal), who have enchanted audiences since the very first film.
From sunlit paradise to heartfelt romance, the A Prince In Paradise saga has captivated audiences with royal charm. Now, in the third chapter, A Prince In Paradise: A Royal Wedding, Prince Alexander (Bourke) is ready to marry Olivia (Fish), a commoner. But when a bitter lord invokes ancient laws to block the union, Olivia, a romance writer, stumbles upon a hidden diary tucked within an old volume of history, revealing a long-lost truth that may be the key to saving her happily ever after.
“Rhiannon and Mitchell have been the soul of this franchise from day one,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief of Brand, Great American Media. “Their warmth, charm, and authenticity have made A Prince In Paradise not only a series of successful films, but legacy romance stories that celebrate the belief that everyone can be royalty in their own love story,” Haubrich concluded.
Vanessa Shapiro, CEO of Nicely Entertainment, is executive producer of A Prince In Paradise: A Royal Wedding. Jaggi Entertainment’sSteve Jaggi and Kylie Pascoe produce with Mike Gray, and Jip Panosot as Executive Producers. Directed by Adrian Powers. A Prince in Paradise: A Royal Wedding is written by Adrian Powers and Caera Bradshaw.
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
818.415.3784media@crosswindpr.com
Programming Event Includes World Premiere Original Movie, Blessings in Disguise,
Starring Shae Robins and Casey Elliott,
Season 1 Finale “Crossroad Springs” and Season 3 Return of “When Hope Calls”
NEW YORK, NY – February 18, 2026 – Great American Media today announced, “40 Days of Scripture & Film,” a cross-platform Easter celebration spanning Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family and GFAM+. Beginning today through Easter Sunday, Great American Pure Flix presents 40 Days of Scripture & Film, a special seasonal initiative spotlighting its deep library of faith-centered films and devotionals. Complementing this journey, Great American Media will also debut new episodes two Original Series and the World Premiere of the Original Movie Blessings in Disguise across its linear and streaming platforms, offering audiences stories that celebrate faith in everyday life throughout the season.
Throughout the 40-day event, Great American Pure Flix will feature a curated collection of faith-based films, including The Blind, The Girl Who Believes in Miracles, 5000 Blankets, Learning to Love, 47 Days with Jesus, and God’s Not Dead, to name a few. The celebration also includes the mid-winter finale of Season 1 of “Crossroad Springs,” returning to Great American Pure Flix on March 5th and to Great American Family and GFAM+ on March 7th, the World Premiere of Original Movie, Blessings in Disguise, starring Shae Robins (A Christmas Prayer) and Casey Elliott (Destined At Christmas) streaming on Great American Pure Flix, Friday, March 27 and airing on Great American Family and GFAM+ on Saturday, March 28 (8p), and all new season of “When Hope Calls: Brookfield,” streaming on Thursday, April 2, and airing on Great American Family and GFAM+, Saturday, April 4 (8p).
“Easter is about creating space for reflection and renewal,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer, Great American Media. “Through inspiring films and meaningful Scripture, we are inviting families to come together and prepare for the season in a way that is both personal and uplifting,” Haubrich concluded.
Great American Pure Flix and Great American Family will feature daily Scripture, connecting to the themes of each movie. Viewers will also be invited to participate through all Great American Media’s digital and social platforms to share prayer requests and messages of gratitude.
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 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
