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

Director: Valerie Weiss

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

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