Girls Gone Hallmark

The premiere of Hallmark+’s new reality competition show, Finding Mr. Christmas, has finally arrived, and fans got their first taste of holiday magic as ten charming contestants begin their journey to win the title of Mr. Christmas. With a cast full of holiday spirit and unique talents, episode one introduced us to the men behind the photos, giving each a moment to shine - or stumble. Here’s a full breakdown of Finding Mr. Christmas episode 1 highlights, from introductions to the season’s first elimination.Find Full Episode Show Notes here:  https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/finding-mr-christmas-episode-1-review/

Welcome to Girls Gone Hallmark, where Megan and Wendy explore all things Hallmark! Today, we're thrilled to welcome director Jeff Beesley, the talent behind some of Hallmark’s most adored movies. Jeff dives into the journey of bringing A Carol for Two to life - a musical project that faced uncertainty due to last year's writer and actor strikes but ultimately came together beautifully. Known for his signature style, Jeff shares how he brings humor into even the most serious scenes and collaborates with Hallmark’s well-loved writers and stars to create heartwarming, feel-good films. Tune in for Jeff’s insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and the excitement for his three highly anticipated holiday releases this season!Find full episode show notes here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/jeff-beesley-interview/

In the latest episode of Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy dive into the most polarizing Countdown to Christmas movie yet: The 5-Year Christmas Party. This film has sparked major debates among Hallmark fans, and Megan and Wendy are no exception! With different takes, they break down what they loved and what missed the mark. Will Megan’s heartwarming perspective win you over, or will Wendy’s critiques ring truer to your take? Tune in to hear the sparks fly - and don’t forget to subscribe for more honest, fun reviews on all the holiday releases this season!Find full episode shownotes here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-5-year-christmas-party-hallmark-movie-review/

On Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy dive into the season one finale of The Chicken Sisters, where it’s all about the sisters doing it for themselves. This episode brings big character growth for our leading ladies. And while the good guys miss out on winning Kitchen Clash, they’ve definitely won Wendy’s heart. Don’t miss this fun and empowering discussion - tune in now!Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let's talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group!For full episode shownotes, click here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-chicken-sisters-hallmark-movie-review/

On today's new episode of Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy are excited to welcome Nicole from the Swing My Heart podcast to dive into This Time Each Year. Together, we’ll explore everything from heartwarming moments to behind-the-scenes details in this new Hallmark favorite. Don’t miss out - tune in for a fun, insider chat that every Hallmark fan will love!Find full episode show notes here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/this-time-each-year-hallmark-movie-review/

This week on Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy explore the second installment of the Hallmark+ movie trilogy, The Groomsmen, with a review of The Groomsmen Second Chances. Jonathan Bennett steps into the lead role as Danny, who finds the courage to finally admit his romantic feelings for his best friend—just as he's asked to be the best man at his wedding in Greece. Along the way, we uncover more clues about the mysterious runaway bride who keeps popping up in the story, plus a little inside baseball (about, well, baseball!). Will Danny take his swing at love or stay benched on the sidelines? Tune in to find out!For complete episode show notes, click here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-groomsmen-second-chances/

When you start your holiday programming in mid-October, you better start strong! That seems to be Hallmark's plan with their opening weekend that includes Holiday Crashers as part of its lineup!For full episode shownotes, click here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/holiday-crashers-hallmark-movie-review/

On Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy dive into episode 7 of The Chicken Sisters, and it’s one you don’t want to miss! After a few slow episodes, this one finally delivers with incredible character growth from Gus and a nail-biting cliffhanger that sets up the big reveal of the secrets she's been hiding all season. With only one episode left, the tension is higher than ever. Tune in to the latest review and get ready for next week's big finale - this family drama is about to reach its boiling point.Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let's talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group!For full episode show notes visit: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-chicken-sisters-ep7-review-hallmark-plus/

Today on Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy kick off the 2024 Countdown to Christmas season with a review of 'Twas the Date Before Christmas! In this festive romp, we’ve got everything from a fake dating trope to the highly competitive Chamberlain Christmas Olympics. Tune in to hear all their thoughts on whether this movie delivers the holiday cheer or crumbles like a poorly baked rhubarb pie crust. Don’t miss it!Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let's talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group!Find full episode show notes here: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/twas-the-date-before-christmas-hallmark-movie-review/

This week on Girls Gone Hallmark, Megan and Wendy review the highly anticipated Hallmark+ movie trilogy The Groomsmen, kicking things off with The Groomsmen First Look. In this first installment, B.J. Britt shines in the lead role, with his two best friends by his side as he tries to juggle the challenges of a long-distance relationship. Will this movie have you saying "I do" to Hallmark+? Is The Groomsmen the series fans have been waiting for to take the plunge and subscribe? Tune in to find out!For full episode shownotes, visit: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-groomsmen-first-look-movie-review-hallmark-channel/

Welcome to a very special episode of Girls Gone Hallmark. Today, we have some exciting news to share with you - Girls Gone Hallmark is officially joining the Bramble Jam Podcast Network! We’re here to talk about what that means for the podcast, and - spoiler alert - nothing is changing. We’re also taking this opportunity to introduce ourselves to new listeners who might be tuning in for the first time. If you're wondering how two real-life best friends, Megan and Wendy, ended up reviewing Hallmark movies and running a podcast, we’ve got the story for you. So, grab your cocoa and let’s get into it! For complete shownotes, visit: https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/girls-gone-hallmark-bramble-jam-network/

Welcome to Girls Gone Hallmark, the podcast where Megan and Wendy dive into all things Hallmark! Today, we’re so excited to have the amazing Crystal Lowe with us. You might know her as Rita from Signed, Sealed, Delivered, but she’s behind the camera again, directing This Time Each Year, which kicks off Hallmark Mystery’s Miracles of Christmas on October 24, 2024. She shares how she coached her team, even bringing Wendy to tears as she described process, opens up about the future of Signed, Sealed, Delivered, her deep appreciation for the #POstables community, and so much more. You won’t want to miss this episode – it’s packed with can’t-miss moments!Subscribe to Girls Gone Hallmark!Get the latest news and reviews from Girls Gone Hallmark straight to your inbox!SubscribeI consent to receiving emails and personalized ads.Have some thoughts on this episode? Email us at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or come join the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook group to chat with others!How Many Movies Hallmark Movies Has Crystal Lowe Directed?Crystal Lowe has stepped behind the camera to direct two Hallmark movies so far: Shifting Gears, which came out in early 2024, and This Time Each Year. But her talents aren’t limited to Hallmark—she’s also directed three short films outside the network, proving she’s a force to be reckoned with both in front of and behind the camera.Photo: Niall Matter, Alison Sweeney Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Courtesy Lighthouse ProductionsIs Crystal Lowe Directing More Hallmark movies?Though nothing’s been officially announced yet, it’s likely that Crystal Lowe will be back directing another Hallmark movie in 2025. After the success of Shifting Gears and the anticipation of This Time Each Year, there’s definitely buzz about her next project.Signed, Sealed, Delivered Cameo in This Time Each Year?Crystal Lowe teased on both her Instagram and in our interview that Signed, Sealed, Delivered fans might spot a familiar face in her new movie This Time Each Year. While she didn’t reveal exactly who it is, we can’t help but speculate – could it be one of the beloved POstables like Kristin Booth, Eric Mabius, or Geoff Gustafson making a surprise appearance? Keep an eye out, because this possible cameo is sure to excite fans of the series!Related: What We Loved and Learned from Signed, Sealed, DeliveredWatch the This Time Each Year Trailer (Hallmark Mystery, Miracles of Christmas – 2024)We’re Your New Hallmark BestiesHey there! We’re Girls Gone Hallmark! Megan’s a longtime Hallmark movie fan, while Wendy – well, she used to be a Hallmark hater. Now, we’ve teamed up to share our (often very different!) takes on these films. Get ready for some lively, fun-filled conversations!Check out the library of Hallmark movies we’ve reviewed!Exclusively on the Girls Gone Hallmark podcast. Subscribe today!

Prepare to be electrified by Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit as Girls Gone Hallmark serves up a deliciously fun discussion about the latest adventures of Goldy and Tom! In this episode, Megan and Wendy will drum up the mystery, riff on key moments, and share their thoughts on the electric chemistry. Don’t skip a beat – tune in now for a full review and get in on the action! Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit – (Hallmark Mystery, 2024) David Winning directs Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit, his first in the franchise but not his first Hallmark film. He has directed Field Day, The Nine Kittens of Christmas, and You, Me and The Christmas Trees, with a total of 82 directing credits spanning various genres, including 11 episodes of Sweet Valley High. Based on Dianne Mott Davidson’s Culinary Mystery series, the script was crafted by Julie Kim and Karine Marwood, who have teamed up on nine projects, including three Curious Caterer films. Nikki Deloach stars as Goldy Berry. Fun fact: she was born on 9/9/79! With 73 acting credits, she’ll next appear in Our Holiday Story with Warren Christie. Andrew Walker returns as Detective Tom Shultz, nearing 100 acting credits. He’ll also be featured in Jingle Bell Runand Three Wiser Men and a Boy. Jaycie Dotin plays Marla, appearing in all Curious Caterer films and this weekend’s Scouting for Christmas. Riley Davis portrays Detective Mason Kildea and is a three-time Leo nominee for his role in the series. Sarah Strange stars as band manager Nicola, with 105 acting credits and recent acclaim from Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Death at the Diner. Fiona Vroom plays The Faithfuls’ biggest fan. With 76 acting credits, she’s known for The Wedding Veil Expectations and Three Wise Men and a Baby. Fans are curious when she’ll land a leading role! Lochlyn Munro returns as Goldy’s ex, Dr. Richard Norman, boasting 279 acting credits and nine upcoming projects. Maesa Nicholson reprises her role as Goldy’s daughter, Olive, appearing in all five Curious Caterer films, plus North to Home and A Magical Christmas Village. Garrett Black plays Derek, with 43 credits, including Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder and Christmas on Cherry Lane. Luke Camilleri plays bandmate Jax. With 45 credits, he’s been in Wedding Season and Mystery 101: Playing Dead. Finally, Tammy Gillis plays Selena, with 69 acting credits and roles in Hallmark favorites like Aurora Teagarden Mysteries and Chesapeake Shores. Watch the Trailer for Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Hallmark Besties Hey there! We’re Girls Gone Hallmark! Megan’s a longtime Hallmark movie fan, while Wendy – well, she used to be a Hallmark hater. Now, we’ve teamed up to share our (often very different!) takes on these films. Get ready for some lively, fun-filled conversations! Check out the library of Hallmark movies we’ve reviewed! Exclusively on the Girls Gone Hallmark podcast. Subscribe today! ’

t’s time for another Girls Gone Hallmark Hallmark+ review! This week, Megan and Wendy are hatching up a deep dive into the latest episode of The Chicken Sisters! Wendy’s frustration is really coming home to roost, while Megan is still clucking with excitement for what’s ahead. What will come of Frank Jr.’s dirty deeds, and more importantly, what fate awaits Amanda? Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Chicken Sisters, Episode 6 – (Hallmark+, 2024) This episode was written by: Kerry Carney – she is an actress who has been in shows like Scandal, Grey’s Anatomy, and New Girl. According to IMDb this is her first writing credits other than a short she wrote in 2010. Episode 6 was directed by Shannon Kohli who returns as director. Catch Up on Our Reviews of The Chicken Sisters Welcome to Merinac, Y’all! – Episode 1 We’re on the Same Team, Y’all – Episode 2 This is War, Y’all – Episode 3 It’s the Drop, Y’all! – Episode 4 Not the Hydrangeas, Y’all – Episode 5 More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

Get ready to be haunted by love with Haunted Wedding as Girls Gone Hallmark conjures up a delightful discussion about this spooky seasonal premiere! Megan and Wendy ghost hunt their way through the festive charm and supernatural surprises, from ghostly encounters to heartwarming moments. You won’t want to miss this boo-tiful episode, so cozy up with your favorite treat and listen to the review now! Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About Haunted Wedding – (Hallmark Channel, 2024) Haunted Wedding was directed by Jeff Beesley. Jeff has 36 directing credits which include last year’s bar crawl comedy The Santa Summit. His next project to premiere is A Carol for Two, also written by Nina Weinman. Rod Spence and Nina Weinman wrote the script for Haunted Wedding. Rod gets the story credit and has 12 writing credits which include The Good Witch movies and 74 episodes of The Good Witch series. Nina Weinman co-wrote the teleplay. Nina has 33 writing credits including last year’s spicy Catch Me If You Claus. Nina wrote both A Carol for Two and Debbie Macomber’s Joyful Mrs. Miracle, both due out this holiday season. Janel Parrish stars as Jana. Janel has 52 acting credits. Before coming to Hallmark, she was in 138 episodes of Pretty Little Liars as well as all three To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before movies. She will co-star in Sugarplummed this holiday season on Hallmark. Dominic Sherwood plays both Brian and Malcolm. Dominic is a Hallmark newbie, but Swifties take note, he played Taylor Swift’s boyfriend in the music video for Style. He was also in the Netflix series Partner Track as part of his seventeen total acting credits. Cassandra Potenza played Angelique. Cassandra has 15 acting credits including the Hallmark films A New Year’s Resolution and Once Upon a Christmas Miracle. Lauren Cochrane plays Rachel. Lauren has 36 acting credits including a spot as a karaoke singer in The Santa Summit. She will appear in Hanukkah on the Rocks this season on Hallmark. Erik Athavale plays Steve. Erik has 61 acting credits including both Holiday Hotline and The Santa Summit from last year. He appears in Christmas on Call this holiday season on Hallmark. Erik can also be seen in the Canadian series Acting Good, streaming on Tubi in the states. Dan deJaeger plays Earl Dewberry. Dan was also in both The Santa Summit and Holiday Hotline last year and will return in Hanukkah on the Rocks. He has 25 total acting credits. John B. Lowe plays Vern. John has 101 acting credits. He was in Holiday Hotline last year, he appeared in one episode of Acting Good, and he will also be in A Carol for Two this year! Linda Ko plays Joyce. Linda has 38 acting credits. She played Aunt Carrie on the To All The Boys series. She was also in Never Been Chris’d – directed by Jeff Beesley and starring Janel Parrish. Joey Plager was the EP for Haunted Wedding. His other movies include last year’s 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost. He is also EP for Hanukkah on the Rocks. Sharon Bajer plays Keystone Inn proprietress Marion. Sharon has 55 acting credits. She has appeared in the theatrical release Ordinary Angels, also featuring Erik Athavale. She also appeared in one episode of Acting Good. She will appear in Hanukkah on the Rocks this year as well. Harry Nelkon plays beleaguered bellhop Waylon. Nelkon is a stage actor with 38 on screen credits. He has a handful of Hallmark appearances including Take Me Back to Christmas and Hanukkah on Rye. Quinn Greene plays the grumpy bartender. Quinn has 19 acting credits including the Hallmark movie Never Been Chris’d with Janel Parrish. Watch the Trailer for Haunted Wedding More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

Get ready to fall in love with Autumn at Apple Hill as Girls Gone Hallmark dives into this cozy seasonal premiere! Megan and Wendy carve out a delightful discussion about the festive charm and heartwarming surprises, from harvest-time fun to sweet moments that will leave you smiling. They rake through the plot, toss in their thoughts on the characters, and pile up plenty of autumn-inspired insights along the way. You won’t want to miss this episode, so cozy up with your favorite pumpkin treat and listen to the review now! Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About Autumn at Apple Hill – (Hallmark Channel, 2024) The director of this movie is Sean Geraughty. He directed Under the Christmas Sky last year and Follow Me to Daisy Hills with Cindy Busby back in 2020. He’s set to direct Hanukkah on the Rocks, which will premiere on December 13th.Paul Ditty wrote the script based on the novel by the same name by Angie Ellington. Paul Ditty’s previous work includes the 2022 Hallmark movie Pumpkin Everything. Erin Cahill plays Elise. Erin has 133 acting credits, including Christmas on Cherry Lane, Hearts in the Game, and Christmas Bedtime Stories. She will play Nora in the upcoming Holidazed series on Hallmark+ as well as reprise her role as Lizzie in Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane, which will premiere on December 19th on Hallmark+. Wes Brown plays Luke. Wes has 53 acting credits, most recently starring in Love on the Danube: Love Song. Wes will be busy this holiday season, starring in Deck the Walls, premiering on November 29th. He will also take viewers on a tour of the country’s most impressive festive displays on Ready, Set, Glow! on Hallmark+. Paula Boudreau plays Luke’s mom Donna Bellwether. She has 63 acting credits and has appeared in Hallmark projects like Take Me Back for Christmas, Pumpkin Everything, and 10 episodes of The Good Witch. Outside of Hallmark, you might recognize her from The Handmaid’s Tale, Suits, and Workin’ Moms. Meghan Heffern plays Candace. We last saw Meghan as the killer in The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening. She has 70 acting credits and has appeared in Betty’s Bad Back in Love, Retreat to You, and Morning Show Mysteries: Murder Ever After. Adam Hurtig plays Ian. Adam has 77 acting credits, previously appearing in The Santa Summit, Francesca Quinn, PI, and Christmas at the Plaza.Kristian Jordan plays the electrician Chuck. He has just 10 previous acting credits, and this is his first gig for Hallmark. Sarah Luby plays Nora. This marks her second project for Hallmark; she previously appeared in Under the Christmas Sky. Autumn at Apple Hill was filmed in Winnipeg, Canada between June and August 2024. Chino’s Bistro was used for the scenes that took place at Landover Tavern. The rhubarb patch at the Mennonite Heritage Village was converted into a pumpkin patch for the movie. Watch the Trailer for Autumn at Apple Hill More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

It’s time for another Girls Gone Hallmark Hallmark+ review! This week, Megan and Wendy are diving into the latest episode of The Chicken Sisters! With Mae carrying the entire town of Merinac on her back, is Hallmark ready to address these heavy subject matters? Are fans ready to wing it through this emotional journey, or will they feel a little clucked about the darker themes? Tune in to find out! Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Chicken Sisters, Episode 5 – (Hallmark+, 2024) This episode was written by Mano Agapion. Mano is both an actor and writer. His previous writing credits include the Netflix series Pretty Smart and the 2021 reboot of Punky Brewster on Peacock. Shannon Kohli directed this episode. In her list of 25 directing credits, she directed two Hannah Swensen Mysteries: One Bad Apple and A Zest for Death. Outside of Hallmark, Shannon has directed episodes for Firefly Lane, One of Us is Lying, Nancy Drew, and Supergirl. Caitlin Howden plays Shawna. With 25 acting credits, Caitlin has appeared in television shows like A Million Little Things, The Last of Us, Turner & Hooch, and The Baby-Sitters Club. This is her first project for Hallmark. Hazel Bartlett-Sias plays Little Mae in the flashback at the top of the episode. Hazel has 12 acting credits with recent appearances in the horror movie Longlegs, The Good Doctor, The Hammer, and Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas. Freya Edwards plays Little Amanda. There is absolutely no information on IMDb about this young actor. Dan Payne plays Gruster. Dan has 122 acting credits, having appeared in shows like Virgin River, 40 episodes of Crank Yankers, as well as one episode of Once Upon a Time. He co-starred opposite Teri Hatcher in a 2023 Christmas movie called How to Fall in Love by Christmas. For Hallmark, Dan has been in Fourth Down and Love and Christmas She Wrote. Catch Up on Our Reviews of The Chicken Sisters Welcome to Merinac, Y’all! – Episode 1 We’re on the Same Team, Y’all – Episode 2 This is War, Y’all – Episode 3 It’s the Drop, Y’all! – Episode 4 More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

Get ready for a slice of mystery as Girls Gone Hallmark reviews A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery! Megan and Wendy whip up a delightful discussion about the intriguing twists and turns, from the sweet surprises to the shocking revelations. They knead through the plot, sprinkle in some thoughts on the characters, and serve up plenty of insights about the twists and turns along the way. You won’t want to miss this delicious episode, so grab a cupcake and listen to the review now. Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery – (Hallmark Mystery, 2024) Kevin Leslie directed. This is Kevin’s very first directing credit! Kevin has 90 producing credits, which include a ton of Hallmark projects. He has previously worked with Ali Sweeney on Love and Jane, five Hannah Swensen mysteries, A Magical Christmas Village, Open by Christmas, and the Chronicle Mysteries. This movie was based on the novel Coconut Layer Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke. Nick Hopkins and Tim James wrote the script for A Sprinkle of Deceit. This is Nick’s eighth writing credit and his first Hallmark project. Tim Johnson has three writing credits. He co-wrote Three Dates to Forever with Nick Hopkins. Alison Sweeney plays Hannah Swensen. Ali has 52 acting credits. We’ve mentioned this before, but it bears repeating: she has appeared as Sami Brady on Days of Our Lives in 3,612 episodes. She will appear in This Time Each Year, directed by Crystal Lowe, in just a few weeks. Victor “Wowie Zowie” Webster plays Chad. Victor made his Hannah Swensen debut in One Bad Apple. We are sorry to report that he is not appearing in a Countdown to Christmas movie this year, but his past appearances include Mystery on Mistletoe Lane, The Wedding Veil, and A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe. He will appear at Weekend 4 of the Hallmark Christmas Experience. Barbara Niven returns as the iconic Delores Swensen. Barbara has 113 acting credits and will appear in Leah’s Perfect Gift on Hallmark this holiday season. Tess Atkins plays sister Michelle. Tess has 21 acting credits, and this is her fifth Hannah Swensen appearance. She is set to appear in an action/comedy starring Kevin James called Playdate, which will be released in theaters in 2025. Lisa Durupt plays sister Andrea. Lisa has 74 acting credits and recently rejoined the Hannah Swensen team in One Bad Apple after appearing in all of the Murder She Baked series. Daylin Williams plays Lonnie. Daylin has 21 acting credits and will appear in Holiday Crashers, out this Countdown to Christmas season. Juliana Wimbles plays Lisa. In addition to acting, Juliana has been writing for Hallmark quite a bit recently. Her scripts include A Costa Rican Wedding, A Whitewater Romance, and Love in the Maldives. Aadila Dasani plays, spoiler alert, our murderer Cass. Aadila has 65 acting credits, including 17 episodes of the Paramount Plus series Joe Pickett. Watch the Trailer for A Sprinkle of Deceit More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

SURVEY SAYS: Stephen Huszar without a shirt is the grand prize! Girls Gone Hallmark reviews The Jane Mysteries: Too Much to Lose – the final movie in the Jane series, premiering exclusively on Hallmark+. Megan’s wish came true, and the girls are ready to give their FINAL ANSWER on the series as a whole. Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. Looking for More The Jane Mysteries Reviews? https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-jane-mysteries-a-deadly-prescription https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/the-jane-mysteries-murder-at-moseby About The Jane Mysteries: Too Much to Lose – (Hallmark+, 2024) Marco Deufemia returns as director, having directed all four of the Jane movies, along with The Heiress and the Handyman. Neale Kimmel is back as the scriptwriter; she penned all of the Jane movies except for Murder at Moseby. Jodie Sweetin plays Jane Da Silva. Fun fact: Jodie wrote her memoir titled unSweetined: A Memoir, published in 2010. US Weekly called it “explosive,” and E! Online described it as “brutally honest,” as she shares her journey through addiction and recovery. Stephen Huszar plays Det. John Cameron. We’ve discussed how much we really enjoy him in this dry, gruff detective role. As I looked through his resume, I saw that he has appeared in several Ruby Herring Mysteries. I wonder if those are worth checking out. Listeners, if you’ve seen these movies, weigh in! Paris Jefferson returns as Sadie Da Silva. Sherry Miller plays Irene/Ida. Sherry has 98 acting credits, having appeared in Family History Mysteries: Buried Past, Five More Minutes, as well as Shane’s mom in Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Vows We Have Made. Miller will appear in the forthcoming Hot Frosty on Netflix, also starring Lacey Chabert. Troy Blundell plays Edgar Salmon. Troy has 51 acting credits which include From Friend to Fiancé, Return to Christmas Creek, and A Nutcracker Christmas for Hallmark. Victoria Sawal plays Margret. Victoria currently has 15 acting credits and outside of one episode of Good Witch, this is her first movie for Hallmark. She also appeared in the series Y: The Last Man which probably needs to be added to our BINGO card at this point. Monica Rodriguez Knox plays Sophie. Monica has 18 acting credits including a recent appearance in Hallmark’s Falling in Love in Niagara. Jessica Behan plays Angela. With 18 acting credits, she has appeared in several Hallmark-esque projects, however, this is her first Hallmark movie. James Gerus plays Craig. This is his first project for Hallmark. Kiwi the Cockatiel plays Perry the Parrot. Watch the Trailer for The Jane Mysteries: Murder at Moseby More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!

Girls Gone Hallmark saddles up for The Real West, starring Kimberley Sustad and Lucas Bryant. Megan and Wendy talk about the fire chemistry that went down in the hat store plus they corral some thoughts on why Antonio Cayonne’s role was so limited. It’s a wild ride you won’t want to miss! Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. Kimberley Sustad Chats with Girls Gone Hallmark in a Rare Podcast Interview about The Real West https://www.girlsgonehallmark.com/exclusive-chat-with-kimberley-sustad About The Real West – (Hallmark Channel, 2024) This movie was directed by Terry Ingram. Terry is a Hallmark directing staple with 94 directing credits. Just this year, he directed Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers and Love on the Danube: Love Song. He also directed the forthcoming Three Wiser Men and a Boy. Lara Olsen wrote the script for The Real West. She has 16 writing credits, including 16 episodes of the series Reba, as well as Private Practice, Life Unexpected, Reign, and Spinning Out. Kimberley Sustad plays Rebecca. She will have a big Q4, appearing in two additional movies this year: Three Wiser Men and a Boy (which she also co-wrote) and The Santa Class, written by Russell Hainline. Lucas Bryan plays cowboy Jake. He has 36 acting credits, including Five More Minutes: Moments Like These, Time for You to Come Home for Christmas, and A World Record Christmas. He also had roles in Queer as Folk and a 78-episode run in the series Haven, available to stream on Prime. Marlie Collins plays Cassidy. She has 31 acting credits, including Harry and Meghan: A Royal Romance and Harry & Meghan: Becoming Royal. For Hallmark, she appeared in the 2020 movie The Christmas Doctor. Nicholas Holmes plays Noah. He has 23 acting credits, including voice work, a role in the Project Blue Book series, and the series Home Before Dark. Azriel Dalman plays Ollie. At just ten years old, Azriel has an impressive resume with 47 projects. He will appear in the Hallmark+ series Holidazed this season and has been featured in Shogun and Percy Jackson and the Olympians. This is his sixth Hallmark movie! Beatrice Kitsos stars as Jasmine. Beatrice has 11 acting credits, including The Babysitter’s Club, iZombie, and The Exorcist. This is her first project for Hallmark. James Denton plays Aaron. James has 58 acting credits and will reprise his role as Nelson King in Happy Holidays from Cherry Lane later this year. His additional credits include A Kiss Before Christmas, a long-running role in The Good Witch, and Desperate Housewives. Antonio Cayonne stars as Bobby. Antonio is a proud member of the “justice for” club, as fans patiently wait for Hallmark to award him a leading role. In the meantime, he’s keeping busy with 44 acting credits. He was recently seen on screen in So Help Me Todd and has appeared in UnREAL, several Darrow and Darrow movies, multiple Christmas in Evergreen films, and The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers series. Grandma Maureen is played by Linda Boyd. Linda is an acting powerhouse with 161 credits, including roles in Virgin River, Sullivan’s Crossing, Christmas on Cherry Lane, and An Unexpected Christmas. Watch the Trailer for Falling Together More Hallmark Talk? Join Our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group Join our Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! Tons of great people – just like you – who love Hallmark movies. We’re talking new movies, favorite movies, actors, Hallmark gossip, and so much more. Free to join, so click the link below or search “Girls Gone Hallmark” in Facebook Groups. Don’t miss out on: Girls Gone Hallmark – A Group for Hallmark Movie Fans We’re Your New Best Hallmark Friends Hi, we’re Megan and Wendy! Join us for Hallmark movie reviews every Tuesday and Thursday! We review the new Hallmark Original movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Countdown to Christmas movies, and fan-favorite Hallmark movies – all year long. You can expect fun, laughs, lots of questions and – as always – we ask ‘Did You See That?’ Want to see the library of movies we’ve reviewed? Click here. Want more Megan and Wendy? Find us on Patreon! New episodes, four times a month, where we cover everyday life, pop culture, and more!