‘Grey’s’ Alum Sarah Drew Stars In Hallmark’s ‘Guiding Emily’
Grey’s Anatomy star Sarah Drew is back on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in Guiding Emily. This is her first Hallmark movie since One Summer. Starring alongside her is Antonio Cupo, and Eric McCormack. The casting has a bit of a twist as Eric “brings to life the inner thoughts of Garth the guide dog.”
Therefore, Will & Grace fans will hear Eric, but not see him. Is there any more information on this new movie?
Here are the details.
What Is Sarah Drew’s New Movie Guiding Emily About?
Ready to see Sarah Drew in her first Hallmark movie in two years? Here is what Guiding Emily is all about. According to the synopsis, Emily has everything she can possibly imagine. Her career is moving up. She has a very active social life. Moreover, she is outdoorsy, participating in many sports.
However, everything changes when Emily has a tragic rock-climbing accident. This injury has caused her to go blind. Now, she has a new normal to get used to. Her friend Matthew is there to help her transition into her new reality.
Meanwhile, Garth is a puppy that could become a guide dog. But, the training is challenging. There is no time for any puppy shenanigans. He has to get to work. Moreover, can he be trained for all of that responsibility? His trainer Katie is determined to help him succeed.
Over the course of time, Emily and Garth just miss meeting each other, as they work to overcome the challenges they face. Eventually, they meet. Will Emily and Garth become an effective team?
Guiding Emily Is Based On Barbara Hinske’s Novels
Sarah Drew’s new movie Guiding Emily is based on Barbara Hinske’s series of novels of the same name. However, when Hallmark develops a movie, they have to consider the amount of time they have to tell the story and may whittle some of it down. But, it does appear that this novel is at the heart of this new Hallmark movie.
According to the author’s website, this is the story.
Emily Main had it all: a high-powered career with a leading technology giant and a handsome fiancé bounding up the corporate ladder. Their island wedding and honeymoon were idyllic–until a tragic accident cause her retinas to detach.
Meanwhile, a black lab puppy named Garth fulfills his destiny to become the most esteemed of all creatures: a guide dog.
Guiding Emily is a heartwarming tale of love, loss, and courage as Garth and Emily make their way to each other.
When Is The Premiere Of Sarah Drew’s New Movie Guiding Emily?
The premiere of Sarah Drew’s new Hallmark Movies & Mysteries movie Guiding Emily is on Friday, September 8, at 9 p.m., Eastern. In addition, Peacock viewers can watch this Hallmark movie up to 72 hours after the premiere.
Sarah Drew fans, will you be watching Guiding Emily?
