HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES HAS ALL-NEW SIGNATURE MYSTERY PREMIERES THROUGH OCTOBER

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES HAS ALL-NEW SIGNATURE MYSTERY PREMIERES THROUGH OCTOBER

New Mystery “Matchmaker Mysteries” Premieres September 29th 

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 26, 2019 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries announces it will launch all new signature mysteries through October.  Returning favorites include “Aurora Teagarden Mysteries,” “Chronicle Mysteries,” “Darrow & Darrow,” “Mystery 101,” “Ruby Herring Mysteries,” “Crossword Mysteries” and the premiere of the highly anticipated “Matchmaker Mysteries.”  The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ biannual Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour. In “Matchmaker Mysteries” Danica McKellar (“The Wonder Years”) stars as Angie Dove, host of a popular Philadelphia-based reality show dedicated to helping single people find their soulmates.  Soon after one of her couples gets engaged on TV, the bride-to-be is murdered.  The eligible bachelor Angie proclaimed as her perfect match is arrested as the prime suspect.  Wanting to clear her client’s name, Angie uses all her matchmaking skills to evaluate the character and integrity of the suspects and cleverly gets them to reveal the truth about themselves.  Not shy, she’ll sweet-talk her way into a crime scene, face-off with a bouncer at a hot nightclub or even endure a dental exam to interrogate a key witness.  Victor Webster (“Younger,” “Continuum”) plays Kyle Cooper, a by-the-book detective who isn’t thrilled that Angie is launching her own investigation.  Much to his chagrin, he can’t help but admit when she’s unearthed valuable information that helps move the case forward.  Veteran actor Bruce Boxleitner (“Supergirl,” “NCIS”) rounds out the cast as Angie’s dad, Nick Colomba, a retired detective who is always on hand to give his daughter advice and support – both in life and in her amateur investigation.

NEW SIGNATURE MYSTERY FRANCHISE PREMIERES ON HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES INCLUDE:

“Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” Starring: Candace Cameron Bure, Niall Matter and Marilu Henner Sunday, August 4, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, August 11, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, August 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Chronicle Mysteries” Starring: Alison Sweeney and Benjamin Ayers Sunday, August 25, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Darrow & Darrow” Starring: Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Tom Cavanagh and Wendie Malick    Sunday, September 1, at 9 p.m. ET/PT


“Mystery 101” Starring: Jill Wagner, Kristoffer Polaha and Robin Thomas Sunday, September 8, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, September 15, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Ruby Herring Mysteries” Starring: Taylor Cole, Stephen Huszar and John Wesley Shipp  Sunday, September 22, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Matchmaker Mysteries” Starring: Danica McKellar, Victor Webster, Bruce Boxleitner and from Executive Producer Patti Stanger Sunday, September 29, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Crossword Mysteries” Starring: Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, John Kapelos and Barbara Niven Sunday, October 6, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, October 13, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, October 20, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES LAUNCHES SIGNATURE MYSTERY: THE PREMIERE SUNDAY NIGHT DESTINATION FEATURING NEW MYSTERY FRANCHISES AND ORIGINALS OF RETURNING MYSTERY FAVORITES

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES LAUNCHES SIGNATURE MYSTERY: THE PREMIERE SUNDAY NIGHT DESTINATION FEATURING NEW MYSTERY FRANCHISES AND ORIGINALS OF RETURNING MYSTERY FAVORITES

New Franchises include “Chronicle Mysteries,” “Crossword Mysteries” and “Picture Perfect Mysteries” (wt)

New, Original Movies from Popular Franchises “Morning Show Mysteries,” “Hailey Dean Mysteries,” “Garage Sale Mysteries” and “Aurora Teagarden Mysteries”

PASADENA, CA – February 9, 2019 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries announces it will launch SIGNATURE MYSTERY, the premiere Sunday night destination on television for thrilling mysteries featuring a slate of all-new mystery franchises and the return of the network’s highest-rated mystery series.  On the heels of successful ratings in Q4, the network unveils plans for new installments of returning, popular mystery franchises including “Garage Sale Mysteries,” starring Lori Loughlin; “Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” starring Candace Cameron Bure; “Hailey Dean Mysteries,” starring Kellie Martin and based on the books by Nancy Grace; and “Morning Show Mysteries,” starring Holly Robinson Peete and Rick Fox and based on the books by Al Roker and Dick Lochte.  The returning hit franchises will be joined by all-new mysteries, “Chronicle Mysteries,” starring Alison Sweeney, “Crossword Mysteries” starring Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott and inspired by Will Shortz, crossword editor of The New York Times; and “Picture Perfect Mysteries” (wt) starring Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega.  The announcement was made today as part of Crown Media Family Networks’ bi-annual Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour. “Viewers have a strong appetite for our mysteries, and we’re thrilled to introduce new characters and develop partnerships with extraordinary talent to complement returning viewer favorites as we take our audiences on smart, exciting and thrilling adventures,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks.  “Launching SIGNATURE MYSTERY as a Sunday night TV destination for smart Who Dunnits lets our viewers know we are deeply committed to the genre,” Vicary concluded.

NEW SIGNATURE MYSTERY FRANCHISE PREMIERES ON HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES INCLUDE:

“Chronicle Mysteries” Starring: Alison Sweeney and Benjamin Ayres Sunday, February 17, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, February 24, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, March 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT



“Crossword Mysteries” Starring: Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, John Kapelos and Barbara Niven Sunday, March 10, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, October 6, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, October 13, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, October 20, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Morning Show Mysteries” Starring: Holly Robinson Peete and Rick Fox Sunday, April 7, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, April 21, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Hailey Dean Mysteries” Starring: Kellie Martin Sunday, May 5, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, May 12, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, May 19, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Picture Perfect Mysteries” Starring: Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega Sunday, June 2, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Garage Sale Mysteries” Starring: Lori Loughlin Sunday, August 4, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, August 11, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, August 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, August 25, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

“Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” Starring: Candace Cameron Bure Sunday, September 15, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, September 22, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, September 29, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Orders "The Chronicle Mysteries" from Alison Sweeney

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Orders "The Chronicle Mysteries" from Alison Sweeney
Melissa Salmons, who first worked with Sweeney at "Days of our Lives" and subsequently wrote several of her projects from Crown Media Family Networks, will write the movies.

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[via press release from The Hallmark Channel] HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES ORDERS 'THE CHRONICLE MYSTERIES' FRANCHISE FROM AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS ALISON SWEENEY
Sweeney Set to Star and Executive Produce the Franchise

STUDIO CITY, CA - March 28, 2018 - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, has ordered "The Chronicle Mysteries," a new movie franchise from Alison Sweeney, with Sweeney set to star and executive produce. Sweeney will produce the movie series with Craig Baumgarten (Shattered Glass) of Zero Gravity Management. Melissa Salmons, who first worked with Sweeney at "Days of our Lives" and subsequently wrote several of her projects from Crown Media Family Networks, will write the movies.

"Viewers are going to love this new mystery from the incomparable Alison Sweeney," said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks. "Sweeney's return to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries is something we've been waiting for and we are so excited that she has worked to bring 'The Chronicle Mysteries' to life for us."

"I'm so honored that Bill, Michelle and the entire team at Crown Media have supported my vision as an actress, producer and now content provider," added Sweeney. "I've recently participated in a few true crime podcasts and met leading crime experts to bridge my obsession with true crime and my love of storytelling."

"The Chronicle Mysteries" stars Sweeney, as Roberta "Robbie" McPherson a novelist and podcaster who's researching the cold case of Gina DeSavio. Robbie loves the chase, loves solving any puzzle or mystery. She is particularly interested in Gina's disappearance because she and Gina knew each other growing up together in a small town.

Sweeney previously starred and executive produced the "Murder She Baked" franchise of movies for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, "Love on the Air," "The Irresistible Blueberry Farm" and "Christmas at Holly Lodge" for Hallmark Channel. 

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES ADDS THREE ALL NEW, ORIGINAL MOVIE FRANCHISES TO NETWORK’S SUCCESSFUL LINEUP

HALLMARK MOVIES & MYSTERIES ADDS THREE ALL NEW, ORIGINAL
MOVIE FRANCHISES TO NETWORK’S SUCCESSFUL LINEUP

The lineup includes “The Chronicle Mysteries,” with Alison Sweeney,
“Picture Perfect,” with Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega, and
“Crossword Mysteries,” which reunites Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott  

NEW YORK, NY – March 21, 2018 – Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, television’s premiere destination for mysteries, has three new original world premiere movies, it was announced last night at Crown Media Family Networks’ upfront event. 

Audiences will be able to immerse themselves in new whodunits which will include “Crossword Mysteries,” “Picture Perfect,” and “The Chronicle Mysteries.”

“As Hallmark Movies & Mysteries continues its meteoric growth in the cable landscape, we are excited to expand our slate of mystery movie franchises with three new additions to our already successful lineup,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming and Network Publicity, Crown Media Family Networks.

“Each of our new franchises have great hooks and engaging amateur sleuths to draw in viewers who love to solve a great mystery as the story unfolds,” Vicary concluded.  

“Crossword Mysteries” with Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott set to premiere in June, the movie is co-created by Will Shortz, crossword editor of The New York Times, puzzle master for NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday," editor of Games magazine and founder and director of the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament.

 A brilliant crossword puzzle editor (Chabert) finds her life turned upside-down when she is pulled into a police investigation after several of the clues in her recent puzzles are linked to unsolved crimes.  The lure of an unsolved puzzle leads to an unlikely partnership working with a tough, but charming police detective (Elliott) as the two set out to solve the murder before the killer strikes again.

“Picture Perfect” stars Alexa and Carlos PenaVega.  The script will be written by Walter Klenhard (“Garage Sale Mystery”), and has Alexa portraying a photographer who ends up helping the local police detective, played by Carlos, solve mysteries.

 “The Chronicle Mysteries” stars Alison Sweeney (“Murder She Baked,” “Days of Our Lives”), as Roberta “Robbie” McPherson a novelist and podcaster who’s researching the cold case of Gina DeSavio.  Robbie loves the chase, loves solving any puzzle or mystery.  She is particularly interested in Gina’s disappearance because Robbie and Gina knew each other as children growing up in a small town.  Robbie is also Miles Lawrence's niece, the owner of the local paper the Harrington Chronicle, and she's about to inherit the paper.