An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars is a 2012 American family-drama film starring actress Jade Pettyjohn, Ysa Penarejo, Cathy Rigby, Nia Vardalos, and Ian Ziering. This film is based on the McKenna books in the American Girl series written by Mary Casanova. The film is also the second in the series to feature a Girl of the Year character, the first being Chrissa Stands Strong, and is the sixth film in the American Girl series overall. The film is about the life of McKenna Brooks, as she struggles to balance her time at school and in her career as a gymnast. The screenplay was written by Jessica O'Toole and Amy Rardin. The movie was directed by Vince Marcello. A free screening of the film was held at the Tysons Corner Marriott on July 21, 2012, as part of a promotional package by American Girl and Marriott.
| Director | Vince Marcello |
| Screenplay by | Jessica O'Toole, Amy Rardin |
| Starring | Jade Pettyjohn, Ysa Penarejo, Nia Vardalos, Ian Ziering, Cathy Rigby, Kerris Dorsey, George Chiang |
| Music | Tim Wynn |
| Production, company | Universal Studios |
| Distributed by | Universal Pictures Home Entertainment |
| Released | July 3, 2012 |
| Running time | 93 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
About McKenna Shoots for the Stars
Based on the American Girl dolls, this film follows a young gymnast who must rediscover her self-confidence.
Achievement of McKenna Shoots for the Stars
The movie is based on the American Girl Doll book series, McKenna, by Mary Casanova. The film was shot in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
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Latest information about McKenna Shoots for the Stars updated on July 28 2021.
