Pro Wrestler Chris Jericho Stars in New Faith-Based Family Movie: Get a Sneak Peek

UPtv's 'Country Hearts'

Rock music, wrestling and faith come together in Country Hearts, UPtv's new faith-based original movie starring pro wrestler Chris Jerico.

The faith and family network is so sure fans are going to love the new movie that they've already got a sort-of sequel on their schedule.

UPtv's lineup of original holiday movies for their Most UPlifting Christmas Ever includes Country Hearts Christmas, which premieres Sunday, Nov. 19.

Country Hearts stars Jericho alongside Lainie McAuley and Katerina Maria, who star as his daughters, both budding country musicians faced with a tough family decision.

Here's everything we know about Country Hearts, including a Parade.com exclusive sneak peek.

What is Country Hearts about?

Tori (McAuley) and June (Maria), daughters of country music and rock & roll royalty find themselves at a crossroads, torn between following their dreams of performing or helping their father, Bones (Jericho) run his up-and-coming horse breeding business. Between old flames, new love, best friends and family—they’ll all need the strength of each other to face the next steps.

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Meet the cast of Country Hearts

Chris Jericho (Bones)

Chris Jericho leads a double life—as a professional wrestler and a rock musician! Since he was 19, he's wrestled for most of the major wrestling promotors, including the WWE. Jericho is also the lead singer of the heavy metal band, Fozzy, which has released seven studio albums.

Lainie McAuley (Tori)

McAuley is a singer-actress who is probably best known for role as musician Emma on Chesapeake Shores. She released her first single, "Animal," back in 2019. Previous acting credits include Write Before Christmas and The Podcast Murders.

Katerina Maria (June)

Maria's previous credits include Ms. Pawsitively Perfect and A Beautiful Rush. She also stars in the upcoming film, The Heiress of Christmas opposite her Country Hearts co-star, David Pinard.

David Pinard (Luke)

Pinard has appeared in Merry Swissmas, The Princess and the Bodyguard and Picture Perfect Romance. Upcoming projects include Christmas By Design and Christmas in Maple Hills.

Craig Strickland (Roddy)

Singer-songwriter Craig Strickland has appeared in movies such as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Lost Girl and Being Erica. His music can also be heard in national campaigns for McDonald's and Tim Horton's. In addition to guitar, Strickland plays piano, trumpet, bass and harmonica.

Are the songs heard in Country Hearts original? and where can I listen to them?

Yes! The original songs heard in Country Hearts by The Smith Jamesons include "Saturday Night" and "Bye Bye Baby," (both written by Tim Foy), "Home to Me" (written by Ashley Jane) and "Don't Start Now" (written by Dan Kosub) with vocals by Lainie McAuley.

How to listen to the songs in Country Hearts

Original songs from Country Hearts will be available to stream after the film's premiere on most streaming music sites.

When does Country Hearts premiere?

Country Hearts premieres on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. ET on UPtv.

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When can I watch Country Hearts again?

UPtv will re-air Country Hearts on Sunday, Oct. 29 at 3 p.m. ET.

How can I watch Country Hearts?

Find out how you can watch UPtv in your area by searching your zip code here. Alternately, you can also stream UPtv with subscriptions on Philo or Frndly.

Will there be a sequel to Country Hearts?

Look for Country Hearts Christmas to premiere on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. ET on UPtv. Read more about it here.

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Does Parade.com have a sneak peek of Country Hearts?

We do! Check out this Parade.com exclusive sneak peek of Country Hearts below.