Growing the Big One (2010)

In the bustling world of Seattle radio, Emma Silver, a spirited call-in show host, is unexpectedly drawn back to the quaint town of Valleyville, three hours away, upon the death of her pumpkin-farming grandfather, Walt Silver. This nostalgic journey plunges Emma back into a world she left behind after a tragic family loss. Unbeknownst to her, she is the heir to Walt's farm, a plot of land steeped in a rich lineage of award-winning pumpkin cultivation, and a $75,000 mortgage due at the end of the growing season. The small town is home to an annual pumpkin-growing contest, the heartbeat of Valleyville, and Emma finds herself clutching a handful of seeds from Walt's last prize-winning pumpkin. A heartfelt note from Walt inspires Emma to uphold his legacy, even as she's tangled in the complexities of farming and the town's hidden agendas. Valleyville's Mayor and bank manager, Kyle Finster, is eager to transform the town in the name of progress, even if it means pressuring Emma to sell the farm to a developer. Meanwhile, Emma's enigmatic neighbor, Seth Cullen - a mechanic with grand ambitions - seeks Walt's legendary pumpkin seeds to win the pumpkin-growing contest and its potential $50,000 prize, a stepping stone towards his dream of owning a Main Street garage. Amidst the turmoil of corporate merger back in her radio world, Emma resolves to stay on the farm for the season, aiming to win the contest and save the farm. In her quest, she navigates the complexities of farming, unravels town secrets, and discovers more about her grandfather's legacy. Teaming up with Seth, an unlikely alliance forms, with the potential to alter both their futures. Emma is faced with the challenge of preserving Walt's legacy while navigating her own life's course, resulting in a journey of self-discovery, community spirit, and the power of legacy.

Growing the Big One is a drama movie featuring Shannen Doherty and directed by Mark Griffiths.

Growing the Big One is currently streaming on Hallmark Movies.