JON VOIGHT STARS IN "JL RANCH" (wt) A HALLMARK CHANNEL ORIGINAL MOVIE WORLD PREMIERE BACKDOOR PILOT WORLD PREMIERE SUMMER 2015

Hallmark Channel proudly announces its collaboration with Academy Award Winner Jon Voight in "JL Ranch" (wt), a Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere Backdoor Pilot premiering Summer 2015. Jon Voight stars in and executive produces "JL Ranch," which follows JL, an old-fashioned, conservative cowboy, who owns a large ranch in a small Texas town. As the patriarch of a large family who all reside with him, JL struggles to maintain possession of his treasured ranch all while trying to keep his family together.

"We are extremely honored and proud to work alongside Jon Voight, one of Hollywood's most extraordinary and treasured actors," said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming, Crown Media Family Networks. "'JL Ranch' not only gives us the exciting opportunity to work with such a gifted actor and producer, but also tells an inspiring family story that will resonate with our audience."

"JL Ranch," starring Jon Voight, is a Steven Paul/Crystal Sky production. Executive producers are Jon Voight and Steven Paul.