Gracie's Choice is a made-for-TV movie that premiered on Lifetime Television in 2004. The film is based on the true story of Gracie Bowen, a teenager who sacrificed her own happiness and future to take care of her siblings.
Gracie (played by Kristen Bell) is a high school student with four younger siblings: Chris, Douglas, Tracey, and Loretta. Each of her siblings has a different father, all of whom have abandoned them. Their mother, Rowena (played by Diane Ladd), struggles with addiction, leaving Gracie to be the primary caregiver for her siblings. Gracie desperately wants to leave home and attend college, but knows that she can't leave her siblings behind.
When the children are taken into foster care, Gracie fights to keep her family together. She seeks help from her school guidance counselor, who helps her navigate the legal system and eventually gain legal custody of her siblings. Through her persistence and determination, Gracie is able to provide a stable home for her siblings, despite the challenges they face.
Gracie's Choice is a heartbreaking and inspiring story about the strength of familial love and the sacrifices that come with it. The film received critical acclaim for its portrayal of a real-life hero who was willing to give up everything to keep her family together.