Great American Media has officially announced a major new partnership with actress Jillian Murray, marking a significant addition to the network’s roster of talent. Along with this exclusive overall deal, production has already begun on the first film under the agreement, titled The Trouble With Mistletoe.
Scheduled to premiere as part of the 6th Annual Great American Christmas in late 2026, the film marks a homecoming for both the lead actress and her character.
A Star-Studded Festive Romance
Jillian Murray, known to fans from A Little Women’s Christmas and Chasing Christmas, stars as an acquisitions executive who returns to her charming hometown of Brookhollow for the holidays. While there, she unexpectedly reconnects with her former fiancé, played by Brett Varvel (County Rescue).
The story, adapted from the novel by USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Snow, explores the classic holiday theme of rediscovering one’s roots. As Murray’s character immerses herself in Brookhollow’s Christmas traditions, she is forced to confront whether the big-city life she chose is truly the one she wants.
⭐ Cool Find! If you want to get ahead of the story, you can catch up with the book, The Trouble with Mistletoe available on Amazon.
Strengthening the Great American Family
The deal underscores Great American Media’s strategy of building a stable of performers who resonate with their audience’s values. Bill Abbott
In just five years, this commitment to “talent-first” storytelling has helped the platform become a premier destination for holiday entertainment.
Production Credits
- Starring: Jillian Murray and Brett Varvel
- Based on the Novel by: Jennifer Snow
- Screenplay by: Jennifer Snow
- Director: Don S. Arthur
- Producer: Kris Black
The Trouble With Mistletoe promises to be a centerpiece of the 2026 holiday season, offering the cozy, romantic, and value-driven storytelling that has become the hallmark of the Great American Christmas franchise.
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