"It's a long way from Butcher Holler to Broadway in New York City. I never imagined I'd see Coal Miner's Daughter on a movie screen," Lynn said referring to the 1980 film that won Sissy Spacek a Best Actress Oscar for her performance. "Now I can't believe it's going to be on a stage for people to see. I'm going to be right there in the front row. And I know Zooey is going to be great—she sings and writes her own songs just like I do, and we even have the same color eyes!"

Deschanel, too, expressed her admiration.

"Loretta Lynn and her music have been inspirations for me for as long as I can remember," the actress said. "She is a true legend, and to be chosen to play such an iconic woman is a dream come true."

While an opening date has yet to be announced, the production schedule will not conflict with Deschanel's current commitment to her Fox series.