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AN ABC FAMILY ORIGINAL MOVIE

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Kylie Shines (Michelle Trachtenberg, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl") is a rarity in the race car world -- she's got beauty and brains matched only by her skill on the male-oriented race-track. She's also a legacy -- the child of legendary driver Al Shines (Billy Campbell, "The O.C.") -- and everyone knows her star is on the rise. The one person who hasn't acknowledged it -- Al Shines. Estranged since the death of Kylie's mom (Al's wife), they're both too stubborn to get past their shared pain and competitive natures.

The fact that her talent is as big as the chip on her shoulder becomes crystal clear when Al's dropped from his team after one too many crashes, and Kylie eagerly takes his spot. Manipulated by the team's charismatic owner, Kylie starts dreaming big. But is she really ready for the big league? Al thinks she's not. Kylie desperately needs to prove him wrong and is blinded by the past to the point where she may be jeopardizing her future.

Settling in with her new team and a brutal training regimen, Kylie is supported by her loyal mechanic, Jake (Tommy Lioutas), who's harbored a puppydog crush on her ever since they were kids. But it's not Jake Kylie turns to in the off-hours -- it's Kid Walker (Drew Fuller, "Army Wives"), the rock star of the racing circuit, who scores off the track as much as on. Kid gets what he wants, and right now he wants one thing: sexy, fresh, press-friendly Kylie Shines. Their affair is smoking-hot, as they compete on the track by day, and hang out by night. Jake's heart is broken, but he stands by his girl, even as she ignores his concerns about Kid -- and about her performance behind the wheel.

The team's owner sees a goldmine, not only in Kylie, but in the Kid-Kylie relationship, and he opens the floodgates to a marketing firestorm, just the kind of attention Kylie has craved all her life. It's no surprise when daddy Al steps in. He's opposed to the exploitation of his little girl and concerned that the team is spending more time on her hair and makeup than in making her a better racer in an incredibly dangerous sport. Kylie won't hear Al's protests -- and Al does the one thing that will get her attention. He agrees to a genius marketing gimmick -- "The Race of the Generations: Woman vs. Man, Youth vs. Experience, Legend vs. Superstar, Father vs. Daughter." He'll face his daughter and her boyfriend in a one-time-only three-way race for bragging rights.

As the three drivers head toward this historic race, the stakes are high. This is a crucial moment for Kylie, and a chance to prove herself. All her dreams have led her to this moment. Yet, racing against the two men she loves -- can there really be a victory?

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michelle trachtenberg
as kylie shines

Probably best known for her role as Dawn on the TV phenom "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," Michelle practically grew up in front of the camera. She began her acting career with guest spots on "Law & Order," and "Clarissa Explains It All," before landing a role on "All My Children." Where, by the way, she met future "Buffy" star Sarah Michelle Gellar, who recommended Michelle for the role of Dawn. (Cool friend!) Since "Buffy," Michelle has been in a bunch of stuff, including "Ice Princess," "The Dive from Clausen's Pier," "Six Feet Under," and an unforgettable episode of "House M.D." She's currently on "Gossip Girl," and she can be seen in the upcoming "Kids in America" (rated R) with Topher Grace and Anna Farris, and "Against the Current" (not yet rated) with Joseph Fiennes.

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billy campbell as al shines

One of Billy Campbell's earliest roles was on the show that defined a decade, "Dynasty." Right now he plays Jordan Collier on the cult TV show "The 4400." He's also been in shows as varied as "The O.C.," "Shark," "Frasier," "Crime Story," "Moon Over Miami," and the critically acclaimed miniseries "Tales of the City," and its sequel, "More Tales of the City." Most fans remember him as the perfect man on "Once and Again," the role that won him a People's Choice Award and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor. On the big screen he played the hero in "The Rocketeer," a soldier in "Gettysburg," and a bad husband in "Enough." Next up for Billy are the feature films "Revolution" (not yet rated), and "Ghost Town" (PG-13).

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drew fuller as kid walker

Fans know and love Drew Fuller as the other-worldy Whitelighter he played alongside Holly Marie Combs, Alyssa Milano, and Rose McGowan's witches on "Charmed." Today, he's firmly rooted on earth, playing a very human soldier on "Army Wives." His other TV credits include "The OC," "Huff," "Partners," and "Black Sash." As for movies, Drew starred in "Loaded" with Jesse Metcalf, "The Ultimate Gift" with Abigail Breslin, and "Blonde Ambition" with Jessica Simpson, Rachel Leigh Cook, and Luke Wilson.

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tommy lioutas as jake miley

Tommy Lioutas has already made a name for himself in his native Canada with a guest spot on the venerable "Degrassi: The Next Generation," and a regular role on "Whistler." His other Canadian TV credits include roles on "Lovebites," "C-2," "Darcy's Wild Life," and "Beach Girls." South of the border (as in the one between the U.S. and the Great White North), Tommy can be seen in "Wisegal" opposite Alyssa Milano and Jason Gedrick. Next up is a role in the upcoming movie "The Bend" (not yet rated).

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paul rae as robin cates

A bouncer-turned-actor, Paul Rae has gone from throwing people out of clubs to keeping them planted in their seats with his performances on hits shows like "Desperate Housewives," "House M.D.," "The West Wing," "CSI," "Monk," "The Closer," "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," "Malcolm in the Middle," and many others. His film credits include "Coach Carter" and "Daddy Day Camp," and he'll appear in the upcoming "W.," "Wake," and "Hydra" (not yet rated), as well as "Bone Eater" (PG-13).

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maurice dean wint
as andy "crash" davis

This English actor's credits read like an action-adventure buff's dream come true. He's been in "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future," "Street Legal," "X-Men" the TV series, "Wild C.A.T.S Covert Actions Teams," "TekWar," "RoboCop" (the TV series), "Earth: Final Conflict," "Mythic Warriors: Guardians of the Legend," and "RoboCop: Prime Detectives." Way on the other end of the acting spectrum, he's also been in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," "The Zach Files," and "A Tale of Shakespeare." What can we say? The man is versatile.