An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas (2016)
It's Christmas, 1955 in Daytona Beach, FL, and middle child Maryellen longs to stand out amidst the hustle and bustle of her big family. When Benji, a family friend afflicted with polio comes to stay with them, Maryellen is intent on making the holiday special. After her plans for a big celebration fall through, she discovers the best gifts are often simple, meaningful gestures of friendship.
Director: Valerie Weiss
Genre: Family
Runtime: 48 min
Release Date: November 25, 2016
Cast
- Alyvia Alyn Lind - Maryellen Larkin
- Mary McCormack - Kay Larkin
- Madison Lawlor - Joan Larkin
- Maxwell Acee Donovan - Davy Fenstermacher
- Samuel Faraci - Benji
- Jessica Belkin - Carolyn Larkin
- Alex MacNicoll - Jarry Ross
- Noelle E Parker - Beverly Larkin
- Jethro Posz - Polio Kid
- Sean Leo - Paul - Polio Kid
Screenplay
- Jamie Pachino
- Valerie Tripp (Novel)
Music: Sasha Gordon
Cinematography: Steve Gainer
Editing: Cheryl Campsmith, Kevin Gasca
Production: Jane Startz Productions, Picrow, Amazon Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
polio, christmas, 1950s
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas about?
- It's Christmas, 1955 in Daytona Beach, FL, and middle child Maryellen longs to stand out amidst the hustle and bustle of her big family. When Benji, a family friend afflicted with polio comes to stay with them, Maryellen is intent on making the holiday special. After her plans for a big celebration fall through, she discovers the best gifts are often simple, meaningful gestures of friendship.
- Who directed An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas?
- An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas was directed by Valerie Weiss.
- Who stars in An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas?
- An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas stars Alyvia Alyn Lind, Mary McCormack, Madison Lawlor, Maxwell Acee Donovan, Samuel Faraci, Jessica Belkin.
- How long is An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas?
- An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas has a runtime of 48m (48 minutes).
- What genre is An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas?
- An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas is a Family film.
- Where was An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas produced?
- An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas was produced in United States of America.