Great American Media is set to release a range of exciting films throughout 2023. We have all the details on what to expect each month.
Established in 2021 by former Hallmark Media CEO Bill Abbott, this company comprises three divisions: Great American Family, Great American Living, and Great American Community. In the fall of 2022, they unveiled their plans for an exciting lineup to kickstart the new year of programming.
In January, the "Great American Winter" lineup featured the release of three movies: A Prince in Paradise, From Chicago With Love, and Fall Into Winter. Following this, Great American Media announced in February that Great American Family would be hosting its inaugural "Great American Valentines" event. The event showcased three brand new movies centered around love, starting with Romantic Rewrite on February 4.
In July, the announcement for the first "Great American Summer" was made, with eight new films set to air from August until the first week of September.
Scroll down to see which new movies are coming to Great American Family in 2023 — and check in monthly for updates:
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Great American Media’s 2023 Movie Guide: What to Watch on Great American Family Every Month
Great American Media will be releasing new films consistently throughout 2023. We, at We, have all the details on what to look forward to each month. The company, established by former Hallmark Media CEO Bill Abbott in 2021, has already revealed its lineup for the upcoming year, starting with the fall 2022 announcement. (Great American Media is comprised of Great American Family, Great American Living, and Great American Community.)
In January, three movies were released as part of the "Great American Winter" lineup: A Prince in Paradise, From Chicago With Love, and Fall Into Winter. In February, Great American Media announced its first-ever "Great American Valentines" event, featuring three all-new love-themed movies. The event kicked off on February 4 with Romantic Rewrite. Then, in July, the announcement for the inaugural "Great American Summer" was made, with eight new features scheduled to air between August and the first week of September.
Scroll down to see which new movies are coming to Great American Family in 2023 — and check in monthly for updates:
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January
‘A Prince in Paradise’
Premiere Date: Saturday, January 7, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Rhiannon Fish and Mitchell Bourke
Synopsis: Olivia (Fish), an aspiring writer faced with writer's block following a heartbreak, embarks on a tropical vacation in search of inspiration. During her getaway, she crosses paths with Prince Alexander (Bourke), who is in dire need of a reprieve from his impending obligation to marry within the royal family.
‘From Chicago With Love’
Premiere Date: Saturday, January 14, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Rebecca Liddiard and Dan Jeannotte
New logline: When Poppy, a marketing specialist, concocts a fake engagement with Milo, her boss's charming new client, her once ordinary life takes an unexpected twist. Determined to sway her rigid building manager and secure Milo the coveted penthouse suite, Poppy must navigate the chaos of their fictional love story and deal with the consequences that follow.
‘Fall Into Winter’
Premiere Date: Saturday, January 28, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Lori Loughlin and James Tupper
Logline: Kerry's life takes a sudden turn when her high school rival, Brooks, unexpectedly becomes a co-owner of her family's candy shop.
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February
‘Romantic Rewrite’
Premiere Date: Saturday, February 4, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Kristina Cole and Russell Quinn
Logline: "Cole, a skilled editor of romance novels, is assigned the role of assisting Quinn, a renowned mystery writer, in infusing romance into his highly acclaimed book series. In exchange for her editing expertise, Cole offers to accompany Quinn as her faux date to her best friend's beach wedding."
Premiere Date: Saturday, February 11, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Carolina Bartczak and Chad Connell
Logline: Lillian Bartczak, an accomplished businesswoman specializing in transforming start-ups into thriving enterprises, finds herself facing unexpected challenges when she takes on Grant Connell as her latest client. Grant, the owner of the company "Love Subscription," begins to stir more than professional interest in Lillian, leaving her grappling with a blossoming emotional connection.
Premiere Date: Saturday, February 18, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Sashaleigha Hightower and David McConnell
Single father McConnell, with the assistance of tutor and nanny Amber Hightower, embarks on a trip to Aruba while juggling work responsibilities. Although Connor initially struggles with the presence of a woman in his home again, Amber's genuine nature helps overcome their initial awkwardness and ultimately brings the family closer. As affirmed by the network, this heartwarming journey showcases the power of sincerity in fostering familial unity.
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July
‘A Belgian Chocolate Christmas’
Premiere Date: Saturday, July 8, at 8 p.m. ET.
Starring Jaclyn Hales and Zane Stephens, this captivating story follows the journey of a photographer who unexpectedly fills in for her best friend at a renowned Belgian culinary school during the holiday season. There, she forms a profound connection with the talented chocolatier who is leading the class, played by Zane Stephens. As their bond deepens and romance blossoms, an unfortunate case of mistaken identity threatens to derail their relationship.
‘The Abigail Mysteries’ (Pure Flix Original)
Premiere Date: Sunday, July 30, at 9 p.m. ET.
Stars: Ansley Gordon and Bret Green
Logline: Abigail (Gordon), a true-crime podcaster, finds herself grappling with a crisis of faith. After her neighbor's unexpected death, she becomes entangled in an actual investigation where she is the sole individual suspecting foul play. With an array of clues inspired by scriptures, Abigail embarks on a journey to rediscover her faith and unravel the mystery at hand.
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August
‘Romance at the Vineyard’
Premiere Date: Saturday, August 5, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Susie Abromeit and Tim Ross
Logline: "In order to save her family vineyard, Merado, from being sold, Allee (Abromeit) reluctantly teams up with a new friend, Ross. Little does she know, her unsuspecting partner is actually an employee of the corporate wine chain planning to purchase the property."
Premiere Date: Monday, August 7, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Jen Lilley and Andrew Lawrence
Logline: Amber (Lilley) feels unfulfilled both in her job and her single status after breaking up with her supposed "perfect boyfriend." However, when she finds herself reliving the same day repeatedly, Amber begins to grasp that she is trapped in a state of limbo and must ultimately discover what it truly requires to achieve genuine happiness.
Title: 'An Unlikely Angel'
Premiere Date: Saturday, August 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Jillian Murray and Aaron Mees
Janie Murray, a formidable figure in the corporate world, finds herself on the verge of a breakdown as the idea of motherhood overwhelms her. However, her desperate pleas are answered when an Angel named Mees steps in, accelerating the course of her life. Will Janie be able to place her trust in God and discover her newfound calling?
Premiere Date: Monday, August 14, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Donna Benedicto and Markian Tarasiuk
After slipping a slice of wedding cake beneath her pillow as a young girl, as per her mother's instruction to make her love dream a reality, Carrie Watson (Benedicto) is astounded to uncover that the man she envisioned has appeared at her younger sister's wedding, two decades later.
Premiere Date: Saturday, August 19, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Jenna Michno and Christian Howard
Logline: "Michno, a curator in dire financial straits, collaborates with Howard, an unconventional artist, to create an innovative exhibition."
Premiere Date: Monday, August 21, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Robyn Lively and Bart Johnson
Logline: "After discovering that his daughter (Carrie Alexander) is engaged to a missionary, a wealthy businessman (Johnson) sets out on a mission of his own to bring her closer to home. However, when his well-intentioned actions backfire, he is compelled to redefine his understanding of being a supportive father."
Premiere Date: Saturday, August 26, at 8 p.m. ET.
Stars: Rebecca Dalton and Jesse Hutch
Sisters Kate (Dalton) and Megan (Christa Taylor Brown) decide to have some fun at a local wedding fair by playfully entering Kate into a raffle for a dream wedding package, even though she isn't planning to get married. Surprisingly, Kate ends up winning the raffle. Now, to avoid embarrassment from their prank backfiring, the sisters have to come up with an elaborate act to convince everyone that the wedding is real.