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EXCLUSIVE: Scottie Thompson (Hellfire), David Koechner (Anchorman), Gillian White (Trouble Man!) and Isaiah Washington (Grey’s Anatomy) are currently starring in Christmas action-comedy Dashing Through The Snow.
From writer-director Prince Bagdasarian, the movie is also starring are Hunter Ives (Abstraction), James Di Giacomo (The Kill Room) and social media influencer, Nick Antonyan.
Set in a cabin on Christmas Eve, the film will see US Marshall Jo (Thompson) protecting a pregnant fugitive (White) from a bounty hunter (Ives) and a hitman Santa (Koechner), accompanied by his henchmen of elves.
Washington plays Thompson’s boss, Acting Deputy Director Winters for the US Marshal Service.
James Di Giacomo (Desperation Road) and Sasha Yelaun (The Old Way) are producing, alongside Prince Bagdasarian and Hunter Ives. Filming is underway on location in Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead, California.
“I aim to craft a unique blend of dark comedy and action, immersing the audience in a snow-laden Christmas Eve filled with unexpected twists. We explore the chaos of family dynamics, impending motherhood, positivity, and the hilarity of fending off inept hitmen in a winter setting. I’m thrilled to be working with an exceptionally talented cast”, said Bagdasarian.
“The film will offer viewers an entertaining escape into a world where the holiday spirit takes unexpected turns. The script is hilarious and audiences are going to fall in love with the characters we’re bringing to life”, commented producer James Di Giacomo.
Producer Sasha Yelaun added: “This is not only my first Christmas movie, but also my first collaboration with talented director Prince Bagdasarian who I’m thrilled to see craft and deliver another action-packed film that is sure to be a holiday favorite. I’m also excited to be collaborating again with Scottie Thompson and James Di Giacomo from my last films, Hellfire and Nandor Fodor and the Talking Mongoose.”
Bagdasarian’s latest film was Abducted, which premiered at the Sedona International Film Festival and was released on Showtime.
Known for roles in Murder at Yellowstone City and SyFy’s 12 Monkeys, Thompson will next be seen starring opposite Stephen Lang and Harvey Keitel in film Hellfire. The Office alum Koechner is also known for his role as Champ Kind in the Anchorman films and most recently appeared in series Underdeveloped and American Dad!
White is known for her roles in Outlaw Johnny Black and Tyler Perry series, The Oval. She recently starred in Trouble Man!, alongside Mike Epps, Orlando Jones, Method Man, and her husband, Michael J. White, who directed the action comedy.
Grey’s Anatomy alum, Washington, is known for The 100, and recently starred as Bass Reeves in Corsicana, in which he also directed.
Thompson is represented by TalentWorks and Mainstay Entertainment; Koechner by Gersh; White by Amsel, Eisenstadt , Frazier & Hinojosa Talent Agency; Washington is with Attorney Ricky Anderson at Anderson & Smith PC.