About A Country Christmas Story

A delightful holiday story of a young girl, Grace, with big dreams of becoming a country singer, despite facing significant cultural and personal challenges. Overcoming adversity and the racial divide in her populace rural southern town, she auditions for Dolly Parton's singing competition.

Making / Production

Produced by MarVista Entertainment and directed by Eric Bross, "A Country Christmas Story" debuted in 2013 as part of Lifetime Network's holiday movie roster.

Actors

• Desiree Ross as Grace - A very talented young girl who dreams of being a country music star.
• Mary Kay Place as Sarah - Grace's supportive grandmother.
• Dolly Parton as herself - Country singer who hosts the singing competition.
• Brian McKnight as Danny Gibson - Grace's estranged father who finds a way to reconnect with his daughter.
• Megyn Price as Jenny - Grace's loving but practical mother.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was filmed in Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Dolly Parton plays herself in the movie.
• Despite the movie's title, it doesn't focus heavily on the Christmas holiday and instead centers on a singing competition and family reunification.

Quotes

• Grace: "I know I can do this. I just need a chance."
• Dolly Parton: "You just sing from your heart, because a true country artist, they tell their stories."

Music, Soundtrack

• The soundtrack includes performances by Desiree Ross, Brian McKnight, and Dolly Parton.
• Dolly Parton's holiday hits, such as "Coat of Many Colors," are featured in this movie.
• The film features a mix of pop, country, and gospel music.