It was a scandal back when it happened. In fact, it still is. When The Green Mile and The X-Files actor Doug Hutchison married model and aspiring television personality Courtney Stodden, the tabloids couldn’t keep up with the demand for news about the odd May-December couple. At the time of their nuptials, he was 51, she was 16.
After Hutchison began receiving widespread criticism for marrying someone 35 years his junior, his once promising acting career, which included roles in The Lawnmower Man, Lost and 24, became virtually nonexistent. Apparently blaming Stoddard for the demise of his career, the marriage became strained. The two divorced eventually after nearly a decade of marriage and several reality shows later. Now, Stodden is telling her side of the story in Lifetime’s latest movie, I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story. Here’s everything we know about the film, including a Parade exclusive sneak peek.
What is I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story about?
I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story dives into the controversial story of Courtney Stodden (Holly Barrett), a teenager catapulted into international notoriety after marrying 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison (Doug Savant) at just 16.
Narrated by the real-life Courtney Stodden and told through her perspective, the deeply personal biopic chronicles the controversial and emotionally complex journey of Courtney. Encouraged by her mother, Krista’s (Maggie Lawson) dreams of fame for her, Courtney was thrust into the spotlight at just sixteen years old when she married actor Doug Hutchinison, a man who is more than three decades her senior. The movie is a story of resilience and survival of a young girl coming of age under a harsh public eye, whose voice was nearly lost. More than a retelling of tabloid headlines, I Was A Child Bride is an exploration of childhood exploitation, trauma and transformation.
When is the I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story release date?
I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story premieres on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET on Lifetime and is available to stream the next day on MyLifetime.com
Where is Courtney Stodden now?
Courtney Stodden spoke to ABC News about her marriage to Hutchison, as well as gave an update about her life. Check out the segment below.
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Who is in the cast of I Was a Child Bride?
Holly Barrett as Courtney Stodden and Doug Savant as Doug Hutchison in ‘I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story’
Holly Barrett (Courtney Stodden)
Barrett was a series regular on Life in Pieces. She has appeared on shows such as Suits, Young Sheldon and Chicago Med.
Doug Savant (Doug Hutchison)
Savant is best known to audiences for his role as Matt on Melrose Place. His other credits include The Rookie, NCIS and Lucifer.
Maggie Lawson (Krista)
Lawson is best known for her roles on Psych and multiple Hallmark Channel movies. She has had regular roles on Lethal Weapon, Santa Clarita Diet and the upcoming Boston Blue.
Pictured (L to R): Holly Barrett, Courtney Stodden
Courtney Stodden (Narrator)
Stodden is a singer, model, and television personality.
Does Parade have a sneak peek of I Was a Child Bride?
Yes, we do! Check out this Parade exclusive first look at I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story below.
Is there a trailer for I Was a Child Bride?
Yes. Check out the official trailer for I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story below.
Check out images from I Was a Child Bride
Take a look at some select images from I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story and don’t forget to tune in Sept 27 at 8 p.m. ET on Lifetime for the premiere!
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