The Kansas City Chiefs combine the holiday treats: football and Hallmark movies.
The NFL team has partnered with Hallmark to create an original holiday movie centered around the back-to-back Super Bowl champions.
The movie is called “Holiday Landing: A Love Story of PresidentsProduction on “The Last Day” will begin next month, and filming will take place entirely in Kansas City, Missouri. Fans will watch the scenes at GEHA Stadium at Arrowhead Stadium, marking the first time a movie has been filmed at that location.
“This partnership unites two passionate fan bases and gives us the opportunity to showcase the energy and tradition of Chiefs Kingdom on one of the most-watched channels during the holiday season,” Chiefs President Mark Donovan said in a statement. New release.
To honor the project between the two Kansas City-based organizations, the city lit up the downtown skyline in purple and red Wednesday evening, according to the press release.
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Who will be in “Holiday Touchdown”?
Although no Chiefs players have been announced in the film, the team has revealed its three leads.
The film stars “Shifting Gears” actor Tyler Haynes, “Two Scoops Of Italy” actor Hunter King, and “Better Call Saul” actor Ed Begley Jr. in the sports holiday romantic comedy.
What is the theme of “Holiday Landing”?
“Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story” will follow remarkable Chiefs fan Alana Higman (King), who is determined to win the team’s Fan of the Year contest, and director of fan engagement Derrick (Hynes). The two begin to feel romantic tension while Derek evaluates whether Alana’s family deserves to win the competition.
But when Alana’s grandfather (Begley Jr.) loses his antique winter hat, she begins to wonder about her future with Derek unless “a little Christmas magic can win.”
50% of Hallmark viewers watch sporting events during the holidays
Although this collaboration may seem strange, the leaders and Hallmark are certain that the film will be the perfect movie for the holiday season.
More than half of Hallmark Channel viewers also watched sports during the channel’s Countdown to Christmas broadcast last year in 2023, according to the press release.
“Because Hallmark and the Kansas City Chiefs are both local and rooted in values, tradition and community, there is a special chemistry between these two iconic organizations,” Hallmark Chief Brand Officer Darren Abbott said in a statement. “By blending the warmth of Hallmark storytelling with the excitement of professional football, we are excited to give audiences a front-row seat to this community’s spirit, rich traditions and passionate fans.”
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