Hold on to your cowboy hats, folks! It seems like Dolly Parton is about to bring her legendary theme park right into your living room! The iconic country music queen is set to star alongside the brilliant Danica McKellar in the Hallmark Channel's upcoming holiday blockbuster, Christmas at Dollywood. Imagine Dollywood, that magical place filled with rides, laughter, and Southern charm, now shining brightly on the small screen just in time for the holiday cheer.
At 73 years young, Dolly Parton proves she’s still got what it takes. She’s trading her trusty microphone for a movie script as filming begins in Tennessee this August. This festive film will premiere in December, marking the Hallmark Channel’s 10th anniversary of their beloved Countdown to Christmas event. And let’s not forget, the legendary singer of “Islands in the Stream” will make a very special appearance, leaving fans buzzing with excitement.
What’s the Movie About?
The story centers around Rachel Lewis, a single mother and an award-winning Broadway producer portrayed by the talented Danica McKellar. Rachel finds herself in a tough spot when investors leave her holiday extravaganza in financial ruin. After the production folds, Rachel stumbles upon an opportunity to produce a show for the 20th anniversary of the Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival at Dollywood. It's a chance to prove herself, but the road ahead isn’t smooth.
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Enter Luke Hakman: The Entertainment Director with Big Plans
Rachel must collaborate with Luke Hakman, Dollywood’s entertainment director, who has his own agenda—using the holiday show as a stepping stone to become the park’s new general manager. As the pair navigates the challenges of working together to satisfy their boss, they’ll discover that love can sometimes sneak up on you when you least expect it. This isn’t Broadway or Hollywood; it’s Dollywood, where the magic of the Smoky Mountains brings people together in the most unexpected ways.
A Hallmark Partnership with Dolly Parton
Back in 2010, Hallmark first joined forces with Dolly Parton to create an original TV special celebrating the 25th anniversary of Dollywood. Now, Dolly is teaming up with Hallmark once again, and Danica McKellar couldn’t be more thrilled.
“Growing up, Dolly Parton was a constant presence on our television screens. She’s an icon, a legend, and honestly, she’s just the best,” Danica, who will also have her mom Mahaila McKellar and son Draco Verta, 8, make cameo appearances in the film, gushed to Entertainment Tonight. “Meeting her was a dream come true. She’s charismatic, beautiful, and just an all-around amazing person.”
Danica also hinted at some delightful surprises for Dolly Parton fans. “There are going to be a lot of fun Dolly moments in this movie that everyone will love,” she added with excitement. “I’m beyond thrilled to be working with her—it’s truly a
