The Kansas City Chiefs combine the holiday treats: football and Hallmark movies.
The NFL team has teamed up with Hallmark to produce an original holiday movie centered around the two-time Super Bowl champions.
The movie’s name is “Holiday Landing: A Love Story of PresidentsProduction on “The Last Day” will begin next month, with filming taking place entirely in Kansas City, Missouri. Fans will see scenes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, the first time a movie has been filmed there.
“This partnership unites two passionate fan bases and gives us an 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.
Who will be in “Holiday Touchdown”?
While no Chiefs players have been announced as participating in the film, the team has revealed its three key players.
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 Touchdown’?
“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 doubt her future with Derek unless “a little Christmas magic can throw up a Hail Mary.”
50% of Hallmark viewers watch sports 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.
According to the press release, more than half of Hallmark Channel viewers also watched sports during the channel’s Countdown to Christmas broadcast last year in 2023.
“With Hallmark and the Kansas City Chiefs both being local, 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 fans a front-row seat to this community’s spirit, rich traditions and passionate fans.”
