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All My Children Eyes Resurrection as TV-Movie Franchise (Exclusive)

ABC’s long-defunct soap opera All My Children may be revived via a series of TV movies.

Multiple sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that preliminary discussions are underway at Lifetime to launch a TV-movie franchise featuring legacy characters from the classic Pine Valley-set daytime drama, which ran on ABC from 1970 to 2011 before being briefly resurrected as a web series in spring/summer 2013. An insider cautions that the talks are in the early stages, with one source describing the conversations as “exploratory.”

UPDATE: After initially declining to comment, a Lifetime rep is now confirming TVLine’s exclusive report, adding that there are two AMC movies in development, one of which would be holiday-themed.


The Walt Disney Company, which owns a stake in Lifetime’s parent company A&E Networks, has for years been eyeing opportunities to mine the All My Children intellectual property. In 2020, ABC announced that it had partnered with former AMC stars Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos to develop a primetime iteration of the soap. That ill-fated sequel series, titled Pine Valley, would have centered on a young reporter with a secret agenda who threatens to bring the Pennsylvania town’s deadly history to light.

And last year, ABC’s lone daytime soap, General Hospital, brought back the All My Children character of Jackson Montgomery (once again played by Walt Willey) for a multi-episode arc.

News of All My Children‘s possible comeback comes as rival network CBS is readying the January debut of The Gates, aka broadcast television’s first new daytime soap since the launch of NBC’s late Passions 25 years ago.
Link: https://tvline.com/news/all-my-children-tv-movies-lifetime-cast-returning-1235328653/

I'm happy to see ABC/Disney is still trying to get an AMC project off the ground. Hopefully they dig into their library and do more with their soaps because they have a huge library just collecting dust. If these TV movies are successful, it could lead to a new series as well.
 
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In case it was missed....

All My Children Eyes Resurrection as TV-Movie Franchise (Exclusive)

ABC’s long-defunct soap opera All My Children may be revived via a series of TV movies.

Multiple sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that preliminary discussions are underway at Lifetime to launch a TV-movie franchise featuring legacy characters from the classic Pine Valley-set daytime drama, which ran on ABC from 1970 to 2011 before being briefly resurrected as a web series in spring/summer 2013. An insider cautions that the talks are in the early stages, with one source describing the conversations as “exploratory.”

UPDATE: After initially declining to comment, a Lifetime rep is now confirming TVLine’s exclusive report, adding that there are two AMC movies in development, one of which would be holiday-themed.


The Walt Disney Company, which owns a stake in Lifetime’s parent company A&E Networks, has for years been eyeing opportunities to mine the All My Children intellectual property. In 2020, ABC announced that it had partnered with former AMC stars Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos to develop a primetime iteration of the soap. That ill-fated sequel series, titled Pine Valley, would have centered on a young reporter with a secret agenda who threatens to bring the Pennsylvania town’s deadly history to light.

And last year, ABC’s lone daytime soap, General Hospital, brought back the All My Children character of Jackson Montgomery (once again played by Walt Willey) for a multi-episode arc.

News of All My Children‘s possible comeback comes as rival network CBS is readying the January debut of The Gates, aka broadcast television’s first new daytime soap since the launch of NBC’s late Passions 25 years ago.
Link: https://tvline.com/news/all-my-children-tv-movies-lifetime-cast-returning-1235328653/

I'm happy to see ABC/Disney is still trying to get an AMC project off the ground. Hopefully they dig into their library and do more with their soaps because they have a huge library just collecting dust. If these TV movies are successful, it could lead to a new series as well.
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This is interesting news and kind of reminiscent of the various forms that Peyton Place took after it went off the air. To date, we’ve had the online version of AMC, the primetime Pine Valley project that never took off and now these proposed TV movies. I’m just hoping that Lifetime spend a few quid on the project and use writers that know the series and the characters.
 
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ChrisSumner said:
In case it was missed....

All My Children Eyes Resurrection as TV-Movie Franchise (Exclusive)

ABC’s long-defunct soap opera All My Children may be revived via a series of TV movies.

Multiple sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that preliminary discussions are underway at Lifetime to launch a TV-movie franchise featuring legacy characters from the classic Pine Valley-set daytime drama, which ran on ABC from 1970 to 2011 before being briefly resurrected as a web series in spring/summer 2013. An insider cautions that the talks are in the early stages, with one source describing the conversations as “exploratory.”

UPDATE: After initially declining to comment, a Lifetime rep is now confirming TVLine’s exclusive report, adding that there are two AMC movies in development, one of which would be holiday-themed.


The Walt Disney Company, which owns a stake in Lifetime’s parent company A&E Networks, has for years been eyeing opportunities to mine the All My Children intellectual property. In 2020, ABC announced that it had partnered with former AMC stars Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos to develop a primetime iteration of the soap. That ill-fated sequel series, titled Pine Valley, would have centered on a young reporter with a secret agenda who threatens to bring the Pennsylvania town’s deadly history to light.

And last year, ABC’s lone daytime soap, General Hospital, brought back the All My Children character of Jackson Montgomery (once again played by Walt Willey) for a multi-episode arc.

News of All My Children‘s possible comeback comes as rival network CBS is readying the January debut of The Gates, aka broadcast television’s first new daytime soap since the launch of NBC’s late Passions 25 years ago.
Link: https://tvline.com/news/all-my-children-tv-movies-lifetime-cast-returning-1235328653/

I'm happy to see ABC/Disney is still trying to get an AMC project off the ground. Hopefully they dig into their library and do more with their soaps because they have a huge library just collecting dust. If these TV movies are successful, it could lead to a new series as well.
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Exciting news.
 
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On today's (12/10) episode of General Hospital, Nina Reeves was about to speak to Erica Kane on the phone when an angry Lulu grabbed the phone from Nina and told her to call back. They've been name-dropping Erica for years, but would "Erica" have recognized that voice on the phone as Babe Chandler?
 
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On today's (12/10) episode of General Hospital, Nina Reeves was about to speak to Erica Kane on the phone when an angry Lulu grabbed the phone from Nina and told her to call back. They've been name-dropping Erica for years, but would "Erica" have recognized that voice on the phone as Babe Chandler?
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Yeah I saw a clip of that floating around on Twitter. The new Lulu is played but Alexis Havins, she played the original Babe on AMC. Her biggest storyline on the show was switching babies with Erica Kane’s daughter Bianca. Most people hated Babe but I didn't because Alexia's acting too incredible.
 
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Susan Lucci in Conversation with Andy Cohen: All My Children at 55​

with special guests Kelly Ripa, Eva LaRue, Jill Larson, Eden Riegel, Lorraine Broderick and Judy Blye Wilson

Tickets are $25 for Tue, Jan 14, 2025, 3 pm ET

Celebrate the legacy of All My Childrenwith Susan Lucci and beloved cast members!

Step back into the world of Pine Valley as Emmy Award winner Susan Lucci, the face of daytime television, hosts a spectacular evening celebrating the 55th anniversary of the groundbreaking show. Joining Lucci are cherished cast members Kelly Ripa, Eva LaRue, Jill Larson, and Eden Riegel, along with the visionary Head Writer Lorraine Broderick and acclaimed Casting Director Judy Blye Wilson. TV legend Bravo’s Andy Cohen moderates.

For over 40 years, Susan Lucci captivated audiences as Erica Kane, a character who became a cultural icon and set the standard for dramatic storytelling. With nearly 10,000 episodes, All My Children wasn’t just television — it was history in the making. From tackling contemporary social issues to creating unforgettable moments of love, heartbreak, and triumph, the series redefined the soap opera for generations.

This one-of-a-kind event will take you behind the scenes of the show that became a cornerstone of American pop culture. Hear Susan Lucci reflect on the creation of Erica Kane, the evolution of her character, and the lasting impact of All My Childrenon television history. Relive stories from the set, gain insights into how the show broke new ground, and celebrate the enduring magic of Pine Valley with the people who brought it to life.

Don’t miss this unforgettable tribute to a television classic that remains as powerful and beloved as ever.

https://www.92ny.org/event/susan-lu...utm_campaign=92NYInsider_121524&mcSID=1073492
 
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James Patrick Stuart is currently playing Valentin Cassadine on General Hospital. On today's episode of GH, Valentin broke into the home he used to own in order to retrieve fake passports he had hidden in the fireplace for himself and his daughter Charlotte. We saw his fake passport was for "Will Cortlandt" (JPS's role on All My Children) and his daughter's was "Melanie Cortlandt" (known as "Lainie" on AMC). Very clever, GH!
 
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