Great American Media has announced its first original film for the fifth anniversary of its Christmas lineup.
Mario Lopez will headline A Christmas Spark, a confection about a middle-aged litigator who leaves his lucrative career to become a firefighter with other cadets half his age. It also stars Ali Cobrin (The Baxters).
The fifth anniversary of Great American Christmas will kick off on Great American Family in October and stream on Pure Flix in early November.
“The fifth Anniversary of Great American Christmas is a major milestone for our company and our audience,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO of Great American Media. “What began as an alternative new holiday tradition has become a beloved cornerstone for viewers who want uplifting stories rooted in faith and family and marks a truly special milestone.”
“It has been a joy to produce and star in A Christmas Spark,” adds Lopez, who co-hosts Access Hollywood. The movie is extra special to me because of my admiration for firefighters who worked night and day to save lives and property during the recent fires in Los Angeles. Each time I wore the firefighter uniform it was a personal tribute to the brave men and woman who worked tirelessly to save our city. Their courage, selflessness, and resilience embody true heroism, and this project is dedicated to them … true heroes.”
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In 2024, Lopez signed a multi-picture, multi-year deal with Great American Media. His first holiday movie for the channel was last year’s My Grown-Up Christmas Wish that he made with his wife/Broadway star Courtney Lopez (A Chorus Line).
