
Families Will Love Great American Pure Flix’s Newest Series
By Movieguide® Contributor
Great American Pure Flix just announced its next original series, and it’s perfect for families with animal lovers.
“SHADRACH tells the story of the Wilson family’s move from the city to the country. Not surprisingly, the Wilsons have many adjustments to make as they acclimate themselves to their new surroundings. But when 12-year-old Anna Wilson (Levi Birch) takes a shortcut through the woods on her way home from school, she encounters a majestic horse that changes all their lives forever,” a synopsis reads.
“There has always been a need and demand for faith-forward, uplifting content, and Great American Pure Flix is proud to continue to meet the need for quality, life-affirming stories” Bill Abbott, president & CEO, Great American Media, said in a press release.
“When comparing streamers in the faith and family space, Great American Pure Flix delivers more original programs than anyone in the category,” he added. “SHADRACH is the fourth original series this year and the Sony/Affirm production is another shining example of the high quality we offer families who are looking to be enriched by their viewing experience.”
SHADRACH stars “Livi Birch (TULSA), Cale Ferrin (ENDLINGS), Catherine Urbanek (COOPER BARRETT’S GUIDE TO SURVIVING LIFE), and Phillip Boyd (THE HAVES & THE HAVE NOTS).”
“I’m so proud to share this incredible family series with the world and for all you horse lovers, I’m excited for you to meet Hollywood Accolade, the horse who plays SHADRACH!!!” director Sean McNamara added.
New episodes will stream on Great American Pure Flix every Thursday, starting July 25, at 8 p.m. ET.
Tonight, you can catch Episodes 1 and 2.
“After Anna is forced to move from a big city to a small rural town, an accidental encounter with a horse named Shadrach encourages her to give this new life a chance,” the synopsis of Episode 1 reads.
Episode 2 sees Anna and Michael “stranded in the wilderness after Shadrach gets spooked.” They “must work together to come
up with an imaginative way to send for help.”
Check out the trailer here:
Movieguide® previously shared an exciting update about Great American Family’s first original series, COUNTRY RESCUE:
Great American Family’s first original drama series is getting a second season.
“COUNTRY RESCUE exemplifies our commitment to uplifting content that celebrates faith and family in an engaging way,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “The series highlights the heroism of EMTs and first responders, focusing on their character development and inspirational stories rather than solely on life-threatening incidents. The exceptional talent of our cast, producers and directors are the driver of the show’s success, and they make it a pleasure to announce the renewal for a second season.”
“The series is a drama about the unique challenges EMTs and paramedics face on both their personal and professional journeys. The ensemble cast is led by Julia Reilly, Riley Hough, Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Ross, Keller Fornes, Angel Luis, and Curtia Torbert,” Entertainment Focus reported.