Hallmark Hits High Note with Grand Ole Opry Christmas Movie Deal

Everyone loves a good holiday movie and a sizzling collaboration to go with it, and who better to deliver this charming package than Hallmark? The beloved channel has pulled out all the stops to team up with country music's paradise, the Grand Ole Opry, for an original festive movie that promises to be a cracker of a show this year.

'A Grand Ole Opry Christmas’ will be the main event during Hallmark Channel’s 16th annual Countdown to Christmas programming. The holiday film stars fan favorites Nikki DeLoach and Kristoffer Polaha while tossing in an exciting stir of yet-to-be-revealed stars from the Opry’s famous cast. But wait, there's more!

Let's not forget that this sweet partnership occurs as the Opry enters into its vibrant centennial year-a double dose of celebration, indeed! In the words of a thrilled Darren Abbott, Hallmark's Chief Brand Officer, “We're joining the Opry in their birthday bash, and what better way than to create a little bit of Christmas magic together.”

One surprise in this holiday gift box is the amazing country music artist and Opry member Brad Paisley, who will not only perform in front of the Hallmark camera but also cook up original music for the film. As Abbott puts it, "Having the incredibly talented Brad Paisley on board to create and perform original music for the movie is a real Christmas dream come true. We can’t wait to share his original song that will be the heart-thumping soundtrack of our spectacular on-air campaign throughout the season.”

Brad Paisley echoes the enthusiasm, saying, “The Hallmark Channel is more than just a TV network for me-it's the heart of the holiday spirit in our home. I can’t wait for you all to hear the delightful holiday magic we’ve created with this music.”

But beans are still being spilled- as part of this partnership, an exclusive collection of Opry products is set to hit the shelves later this year. Goodies will range from greeting cards and apparel to accessories, jewelry, and gifts, so you can gear up for the holidays Opry-style!

Colin Reed, the bigwig of Ryman Hospitality Properties and parent to the Opry, expressed hope that the partnership will have “country music’s rich songwriting traditions echoing in more homes than ever before.”

'A Grand Ole Opry Christmas' will show us the heartfelt story of Gentry Woods (DeLoach), daughter of late country music icon Jett Woods. She abandoned her songwriting dreams after her father's tragic accident, but when the Opry invites her to represent Jett at their centennial celebration, Gentry dives back into the music scene thanks to a stroke of Christmas magic and a journey back to 1995.

So drop everything and gear up for some sweet holiday magic brought to you straight from Hallmark and the Grand Ole Opry. A holiday season you will talk about for years to come!