Randy Pope Movies
A talk-show host receives a visit from a mysterious love expert, who promises he'll reveal her true love to her if she first helps other couples find each other. Her matchmaking efforts don't go smoothly, however, and she begins to question her task. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
A security agent goes undercover as a bridesmaid in order to protect a bride-to-be who's been receiving threatening letters leading up to her nuptials. As the agent works the case, she also forms a bond with a groomsman and learns a lesson about forgiveness. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
Neighbors form an unusual arrangement to share custody of a dog, and the pair soon find themselves falling for one another. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
A slacker tries to prevent his best friend and roommate from marrying the wrong man by claiming their seven-year cohabitation makes them common-law spouses. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
A small town music teacher invites a bad-boy country singer to perform at her town's annual Strawberry Festival, and together they discover the power of dreams in this Hallmark Channel original film. Beth Landon (Julie Mond) teaches music, but ask her neighbors what she's best known for and odds are they'll mention she's the reigning "Strawberry Queen." As this year's big Strawberry Festival draws near, Beth hatches a plan to have famed country singer Jason Keith (Trevor Donovan) be the featured musical performer. But after a series of public controversies Jason's career has hit the skids, prompting the fans to write him off as a one-hit-wonder. Realizing that the Strawberry Festival could provide the perfect setting for his big comeback, Jason agrees to perform. Meanwhile the more time Jason spends with Beth, the more he realizes that a troubling secret from his distant past could be holding him back. Together, Jason and Beth prepare to put on the concert of a lifetime, and find their dreams coming closer into reach than ever before. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- 2011
A hot-tempered theater director (Melissa Gilbert) from New York City reluctantly takes a job directing a small-town Christmas pageant. During her stay, she runs into an old flame (Robert Mailhouse) and begins to warm up to the townspeople and their traditions. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
Santa's daughter Annie (Maria Thayer) leaves the North Pole to spend time in Los Angeles. While there, she falls for a duplicitous actor (Ryan Bittle), who was hired by a scheming elf to persuade Annie to stay in Los Angeles for good. ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
Two sisters labor to keep up their family farm following the death of their father, and find their lives transformed by a kindly stranger they hire as a farmhand. When Ellen (Julie Mond) and Cassie Barlow lost their father, it seemed as if their world might simply fall apart. Then, one day, Clark Davis (Wes Brown) was passing through town on his way to California when a sudden spot of trouble left him drowning in debt. Sympathetic, Ellen hires Clark to work on the farm until he gets back on his feet. But the longer Clark labors on the farm, the closer that he and Ellen become. In time, their relationship blossoms into romance, offering both a second chance at starting a new life. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
Young widow Ellie (Natalie Hall) goes to stay with her brother (Greg Vaughan), who soon leaves town on business. While he's gone, one of his brood is accused of burning down a barn, and it's up to Ellie to clear his name with help from a handsome deputy (Dylan Bruce). ~ Brie Hearn, Rovi
The pen-pal friendship between a young boy and a homesick soldier blossoms into something much more meaningful in this warmhearted tale of family and courage. Sgt. Vince Carerra (Johnny Messner) is serving his country overseas when he starts a correspondence with Jared Marshall, a young boy still reeling from his parents' recent divorce. Estranged from his father, Jared confides his pain in Vince in between colorful exchanges about baseball. Upon returning home, Vince meets Jared and his mother Dana (Lori Loughlin), and soon finds himself falling for the newly-single mother. Before long, the trio has formed a family. Their momentary bliss is soon shattered, however, when Vince discovers he's about to be redeployed, and realizes his role as a father figure will soon take a backseat to his role as a soldier. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Lori Loughlin, Johnny Messner, (more)
In this action film, mega-millionaire and megalomaniac Robert Terrell thinks he has found a way to become the most powerful man alive. He uses his tech-filled empire to create a weather-controlling device, but an experiment creates an uncontrollable storm that threatens the entire world. TV stars James Van Der Beek, Luke Perry, and Treat Williams get top billing in this end-of-the-world film. ~ Kimber Myers, Rovi
A widowed father and a hard working student find their professional arrangement complicated by some very personal feelings in this uplifting romantic comedy featuring Stacy Keach and Dean Stockwell. David Chandler (Brennan Elliot) is a single father in need of serious help; his nine year old son Ben (Uriah Shelton) and teenage daughter Emily (Natalie Dreyfuss) seem intent on driving away every nanny the hapless father hires, and in order to keep things under control dad's going to need an extra pair of hands to help out around the house. Enter Kate: a devoted student who divides her time between earning her teaching degree and acting as caretaker to her ailing father. Kate needs a job, and she's smart enough to beat the Chandler kids at their own game. Not only that, but Kate also understands exactly what the kids are going through since she too lost her mother when she was just a young girl. Before long, Kate has managed to break though to Ben, but winning over Emily won't be nearly as easy. Later, as Kate begins making headway with Emily, the nurturing nanny and overburdened father begin to realize their feelings for one another run much deeper than either had ever anticipated. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Vanessa Marcil, Dean Stockwell, (more)
A dying soap opera star wrestles with the most difficult decision of her life while spending her last days with her best friend. The beautiful star of television's most popular soap opera, Jane Tetley (Leslie Ann Warren), has terminal cancer. Realizing that her days are numbered, Jane returns to her hometown of Walton Falls in order to reconnect with her best friend Ida Mae (Meredith Baxter. Though Ida Mae is devastated to learn that Jane is dying, she vows to remain by her friend's side to the end. As he two reminisce about old times, Jane tries to play cupid by setting Ida Mae up with handsome local entrepreneur Will (Timothy Bottoms), the owner of a small ceramics shop. Tensions between the two old friends begin to grow, however, when Jane expresses a desire to reveal a longstanding secret: Ida Mae's grown daughter Kate (Bridget Ann White) is actually Jane's biological daughter. Later, Kate's husband wrestles with the decision to accept a job offer in Seattle - a move that would mean leaving behind all of their family and friends. When Kate decides to remain by her mother's side, Ida Mae becomes terrified that the girl she raised as he daughter will leave her alone after learning the truth. Meanwhile, Jane connects with Kate's daughter Lila (Ellery Sprayberry), and forges a relationship with the young girl that gives her both clarity of mind, and the strength to do the right thing. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Meredith Baxter, Lesley Ann Warren, (more)
An unassuming janitor gains the ability to heal others by touch after emerging from a deep coma, and must struggle to maintain his relationship with his beloved fiancée when his newfound abilities begin taking a heavy toll on his personal health. Buddy Hoyt (Eddie Cibrian) works at the local school. He dreams of the day he'll earn enough money to move out of his adoptive parent's garage apartment, and finally marry his longtime sweetheart Alice. But in the blink of an eye, Buddy's life is changed forever. Knocked out cold in an on-the-job accident, Buddy falls into a coma and awakens a changed man. Now, if Buddy lays his hands on someone who's suffering, his energy flows from his fingers and into their body, effectively curing them of even the most painful maladies. As word of Buddy's newfound ability spreads, folks come from miles around in search of the man who can put an end to their misery. And though all the attention makes Buddy feel useful and loved, each time he uses his power, he grows weaker. When Buddy and Alice begin drifting apart, the distraught janitor must choose between the love of his life, and his calling as a healer. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Eddie Cibrian, Patrick Duffy, (more)
Christopher Lloyd has played a scientist before in the Back to the Future series, but in this end-of-the-world disaster film, the stakes are much higher. With the help of his young assistant (Marla Sokoloff, The Practice), Dr. Lehman (Lloyd) must stop an enormous meteor from striking Earth and killing everyone on the planet. However, the size of the meteor isn't Dr. Lehman's only problem; he must move past a government conspiracy and bureaucracy as the clock continues to tick out humanity's final moments. Meteor also stars Stacy Keach, Billy Campbell, Jason Alexander, and Michael Rooker. ~ Kimber Myers, Rovi
- Starring:
- Jason Alexander, Billy Campbell, (more)
The love saga winds to a close as Belinda (Sarah Jones) takes on a new responsibility while accepting guidance from the place she least expected it. Female doctors are a rarity in the old west, but Belinda has carved out an impressive niche for herself in a small, tight-knit Missouri community. Her best friend Annie (Haylie Diff) is about to give birth, and Belinda has agreed to monitor her as she carries the baby to term. But for a woman who has always put science first, Annie's folksy mother-in-law Mary (Patty Duke) isn't always the easiest person to deal with. Experienced nurse maid Mary would rather rely on homeopathic treatments that taking the advice of doctors, and before long the two women are hopelessly at odds over how to handle the pregnancy. Back at home, things aren't any easier; Belinda is having trouble getting pregnant, and it's beginning to have a negative affect on her relationship with her husband (Jordan Bridges). Perhaps if Belinda can finally open up and realize that the solution to her problems isn't always what she thought it would be, she can find a healthy balance between her career and her home life. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Sarah Jones, Haylie Duff, (more)
A high school football star clashes with his coach and his father when he joins the track team to accomplish a goal set by his late best friend. When John is killed in a car accident, Cameron (Andrew Lawrence) blames himself for the tragedy, and vows to accomplish his friend's goal of setting a new record on the mile run. Cameron's altruistic mission is jeopardized, however, when he runs into opposition from both his father (Treat Williams) and his coach, who feel that may be throwing away a future in football by switching sports at such an inopportune time. But the harder they work to convince Cameron he's wrong, the sharper the young athlete's focus and determination becomes. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Treat Williams, Andrew Lawrence, (more)
A troubled young couple discovers that sometimes you must endure great hardship to discover where you really need to be in life after heading for Mexico on vacation, and finding themselves hopelessly stranded in the dessert. Pete (Jason Priestly) and Donna (Teri Polo) were eager to start a family when their fertility tests revealed they could never have a child of their own. Devastated, the couple accepts an invitation by one of Pete's colleagues to spend some time at his vacation home south of the border. Shortly after crossing into Mexico, however, they take a wrong turn down a rough road, and their SUV breaks down. Thankfully, a road sign indicates that the town of Dommatina is within walking distance, and before long Pete and Donna are safe in the company of kind strangers. Though they'd planned on getting their vehicle repaired as quickly as possible in order to reach their intended destination, a chance encounter with a benevolent priest (Cheech Marin) and a young boy leaves the wayward couple wondering if their true family had been waiting for them in Dommatina all along. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Teri Polo, Jason Priestley, (more)
A former professional football player abandons his family after a series of disheartening career setbacks, only to discover the power of forgiveness after losing his father. When Walter Clemens' (Eriq La Salle) dreams came crashing down, he couldn't bear the thought of disappointing his family. Shortly thereafter, Walter's father dies, devastating the family as they come together for the reading of his will. No one expected to see Walter there, and at first his presence only serves to reopen old wounds. The full impact of his actions finally setting in, Walter embraces his faith and begins taking the first steps toward reuniting his fractured family. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
Janette Oke's "Cherished Love" series continues with this tale of a small town physician who relies on her faith and her friends to get her through the hard times. Dr. Belinda Simpson (Sarah Jones) is still grieving the recent death of her husband when she accepts a new post as town physician in Sikeston. Upon arriving in Sikeston, Dr. Simpson finds that the children at the orphanage run by Miss Hattie Clarence (Cloris Leachman) have been stricken with a mysterious ailment. In Dr. Simpson's quest to ensure that no more children fall sick or die, she discovers that the townspeople blame the orphans for infecting the entire town, and would like to see the orphanage shut down completely. When the locals reject Dr. Simpson based primarily on the fact that she's a woman, she falls back on her faith, and her friendships with her best friend Annie (Haylie Duff) and town blacksmith Lee (Jordan Bridges) to win their trust. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
Three disparate but devoutly religious women attempt to put their personal differences aside long enough to refurbish a house for a church project in this inspirational drama starring Pan Grier, Florence Henderson, and Donna Mills. Birdie (Grier) and her husband are constantly bickering. Meanwhile, Rose (Henderson) never makes a move without deferring to her doting husband, and Elizabeth (Mills) is gradually realizing just how empty her life really is. Sometimes all is takes is a fresh perspective to better appreciate the things that are truly important, and when these three ladies get together, everyone involved finds a new way of looking at things. Richard Roundtree and Lance Henrikson co-star. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Pam Grier, Donna Mills, (more)
An ex-cop in search of redemption agrees to pose as an inmate at one of the most brutal prisons in the country in order to investigate a series of suspicious murders at the notorious penitentiary. Burke Wyatt (Johnny Messner) has lost everything. A once-respected cop whose life has fallen to ruin, Burke realizes that he's got one last chance to prove his worth. The inmates at Cainesville State Prison are dropping like flies, and no one on the force can get any answers. Their only hope for cracking the case is for Burke to pose as a convict and conduct his investigation from the inside. Once inside, Burke discovers that the inmates are being forced to fight to the death as part of an underground fighting ring. When Burke becomes the latest fighter to venture into "the cage," he must pummel his opponent into oblivion if he hopes to crack the case and live to see another day. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Johnny Messner
A desperate stock car racer enters into a dangerous deal with a shady importer in this thriller starring Scott Baio and Samuel Page. Stock car racer Mitch Camponella (Page) has just driven himself into financial destitution. Now, in order to make some fast cash, Mitch strikes up a partnership with millionaire importer Frank Chase (Baio). What Mitch doesn't realize is that the reason Frank is so wealthy is because he deals in the illegal arms trade, and by the time he figures that out it may already be too late. Now, as Frank turns Mitch into a pawn in a bid to make the biggest deal of his career, the cornered wheelman's only option is to gun the gas and hope for the best. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Samuel Page, Scott Baio, (more)
A Los Angeles detective takes on the deadliest order of assassins ever assembled while attempting to prevent a biological weapon from falling into the wrong hands. Detective Jack Barrett (Casper Van Dien) has taken down some of the most notorious criminals on Los Angeles, but he's about to face his biggest challenge to date. Plunged into a treacherous world of shadows while investigating a high profile murder case, Detective Barrett learns of a biological weapon that could threaten the very future of mankind. Only the mysterious Miko (Kristy Wu) holds the key to solving this apocalyptic mystery, and in order to protect her Detective Barrett must do battle with an army of invisible enemies schooled in the art of silent killing. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Casper Van Dien, Kristy Wu, (more)
A former Special Forces sergeant infiltrates the most dangerous underground fight club in the country to seek revenge for his brother, who was left comatose after being forced to fight to repay a gambling debt. Jack Campbell (Max Martini) served his country well, but his military career ended in shame; after receiving commendations for bravery in Kosovo and Tora Bora, and being bestowed a Bronze Star for bravery in Afghanistan, Jack's attempt to save civilian lives in Iraq by attacking a sadistic commanding officer earned him a dishonorable discharge and a prison stint at Fort Leavenworth. Granted early release, Jack makes his way to San Madera, CA to pay a visit to his only brother, Joey. But Joey is in a coma, an unfortunate victim of the Gauntlet, a notorious underground fight club run by morally bankrupt businessman Mr. Pope (Nick Chinlund). Mr. Pope and his greedy wife Ms. Lee (Jane Park Smith) have made San Madera their own personal playground, a place where the wealthy and greedy can go to see some serious bloodshed. On his way to challenging reigning fight king Isaiah (Sidney Liufau), Jack enlists quirky strip club owner George (Max Perlich) as his manager, and reconnects with his old high school friend Maggie (Valerie Cruz). Though at first Pope sees the story of a violent war vet fighting for the honor of his fallen brother as a perfect pitch to sell tickets, his tune changes after realizing that the fight is personal, and Jack aims to destroy his entire empire before the fighting is over. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
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