Danica McKellar to star in 'The Fiddling Horse'

American actress Danica Mae McKellar is all set to star in the upcoming comedy-drama 'The Fiddling Horse.'

According to Variety, Mckellar who has been roped in to play the leading role, will portray the character of a woman who inherits a racehorse and eventually teams up with a jockey-trainer to execute a long-con to cash in on the monetary and social winnings at the racecourse.

Produced by FortyFPS Productions and MK Ultra Productions, the comedy thriller is expected to go on floors this summer in Louisiana.

The flick is being directed by Canadian Director C.J. Wallis of 'Perfect Bid' fame.

McKellar who is also a mathematics writer and education advocate is popularly known for playing Kevin Arnold's on-off girlfriend Winnie Cooper in the television series 'The Wonder Years.'

In addition to her acting work, McKellar has also written six non-fiction books, all of which encourage high-school girls to have confidence and succeed in mathematics.