polio,christmas,1950s

An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas (2016)

Poster for An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Valerie Weiss
  • Profile picture of Alyvia Alyn Lind
    Maryellen Larkin Alyvia Alyn Lind
  • Profile picture of Mary McCormack
    Kay Larkin Mary McCormack
  • Profile picture of Madison Lawlor
    Joan Larkin Madison Lawlor
  • Profile picture of Maxwell Acee Donovan
    Davy Fenstermacher Maxwell Acee Donovan
  • Profile picture of Samuel Faraci
    Benji Samuel Faraci
  • Profile picture of Jessica Belkin
    Carolyn Larkin Jessica Belkin
  • Profile picture of Alex MacNicoll
    Jarry Ross Alex MacNicoll
  • Profile picture of Noelle E Parker
    Beverly Larkin Noelle E Parker

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Keywords

  • polio
  • christmas
  • 1950s