A High-Powered Attorney Inherits a Vineyard in the New Mahogany Movie, 'Napa Ever After'
Hallmark Media has kept their word on bringing more inclusion and diversity to the networks. Hallmark aired their first same-sex couple holiday movie last season with The Holiday Sitter starring Jonathan Bennett and they have premiered several movies with Asians and the lead characters. They also launched Mahogany branded movies featuring African-American storylines featuring the same themes as the Mahogany brand of greeting cards and products popular at Hallmark Card stores across the nation. Mahogany launches a new movie, this time on Hallmark Channel, with Napa Ever After.
Here's everything we know about Napa Ever After including a Parade.com exclusive sneak peek. Take a look!
What is Napa Ever After about?
After inheriting her estranged grandmother’s vineyard in Napa Valley, Cassandra (Denise Boutté), a very single high-powered attorney, takes a sabbatical from her job to renovate the property that was the source of the fractures within her family. Once an award-winning winery and destination wedding venue, Eloi Vineyards is in disrepair and on the brink of bankruptcy. With the help of Alec (Colin Lawrence), a handsome local widower, Cassandra sets out to reclaim her family legacy by reviving the vineyard in time for her dear friend Lena (Tiffany Yvonne Cox) to have the first wedding there in years. Through the process, Cassandra discovers more about her family and opens her heart to a love like she’s never known.
What is the Mahogany brand?
Mahogany is a brand of cards and gifts launched by Hallmark almost 40 years ago and is geared toward the African-American community. It features themes of family, community, human connection, and positivity.
Hallmark Media decided to parlay the iconic brand into a series of films that touches upon the Mahogany brand's themes.
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Meet the cast of Napa Ever After
Denise Boutté (Cassandra)
Boutté was a regular cast member on Days of Our Lives and The Young & the Restless. She has also made appearances on Boston Legal, Everybody Hates Chris, and Girlfriends.
Colin Lawrence (Alec)
Lawrence has had recurring roles on Impastor, iZombie, and Riverdale but is probably best known for his role as "Preacher" on the Netflix series, Virgin River.
Are there other Mahogany films and projects?
There have been several Mahogany films that have premiered on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries including Unthinkably Good Things, A Nashville Legacy, and To Her, With Love. Hallmark Media recently launched their first scripted podcast, Crimson Hearts Collide, a Mahogany-branded romance-mystery.
Crimson Hearts Collide, an eight-part series, tells the story of Sonora Williams, a top lawyer in New York City who is as driven as they come. One day, she receives a letter in the mail that changes everything: Sonora has an uncle who just passed away and left her an inheritance, a farm in Alabama. For her entire life growing up in foster care, she was told she had no family leaving her to wonder, if he knew about her, why did he not come for her? In order to get the answers she seeks, Sonora must travel to Alabama and meet the people who keep the farm running – including the handsome cowboy Zeke Summers, who immediately captures her attention. The podcast features the voice talents of Malinda Williams, Amanda Seales, and Keith D. Robinson. Crimson Hearts Collide premiered with two episodes and will drop new episodes weekly on Thursday.
When does Napa Ever After premiere?
Napa Ever After premieres on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel.
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When can I watch Napa Ever After again?
Sunday, Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. ET
Thursday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m. ET
Sunday, Sep. 3 at 1 p.m. ET
Friday, Sep. 15 at 4 p.m. ET
Does Parade.com have a sneak peek of Napa Ever After?
Take a load off and sip a glass of cabernet while you check out this Parade.com exclusive sneak peek of Napa Ever After.
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