All of Dolly Parton’s Movies, From '9 to 5' to 'Steel Magnolias'—And Beyond
A country music icon and silver screen legend, Parton passed away today (25) at the age of 80.
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The passing of Dolly Parton, announced today (25), was a major loss for music. The greatest icon of country and an explorer of many genres, she built one of the most brilliant careers of all time in the music industry. But that doesn’t mean we should ignore her acting career.
From 1980 onward, Parton starred in a series of films that also embraced a wide range of genres and tones, making her an unforgettable presence in American cinema. There are plenty of musicals on the list, of course, but also romances, dramas, comedies, and more.
Check out below all the feature films starring Parton and, whenever possible, where to watch them on streaming platforms.
9 to 5
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it’s about: A comedy about three women who work in the same office (Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin) who finally reach their breaking point and decide to get revenge on the sexist, hypocritical boss (Dabney Coleman) they all share.
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982)
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it's about: A musical about a sheriff (Burt Reynolds) and a brothel owner (Dolly Parton) who, despite being on opposite sides of the law, carry on a secret romance.
Rhinestone (1984)
Where to watch: Unavailable on U.S. streaming services.
What it's about: A romantic comedy about a talented singer (Dolly Parton) who tries to escape a predatory contract at a nightclub by making a bet with the owner: pick any man off the streets of New York, and she’ll turn him into a country star. As it happens, the chosen one is a taxi driver (Sylvester Stallone) with a caustic personality — and an intense hatred of the genre.
Steel Magnolias (1989)
Where to watch: Available to watch on Paramount Plus Essential and Fubo.
What it’s about: A drama about a close-knit group of women (Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia Dukakis, and Julia Roberts) who must face a devastating loss in their small American town.
Straight Talk (1992)
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it’s about: A romantic comedy about a naive small-town woman (Dolly Parton) who moves to the big city of Chicago and, somewhat by accident, becomes a successful radio host thanks to her candid style.
Frank McKlusky, C.I. (2002)
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it's about: A comedy about an insurance agent (Dave Sheridan) who finds himself in the dangerous position of investigating the murder of his business partner. Dolly Parton and Randy Quaid play the young man's parents.
Gnomeo & Juliet (2011)
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and stream on Disney+.
What it’s about: A musical animated film that transports Romeo & Juliet, the classic by William Shakespeare, to a world inhabited by garden gnomes. Dolly Parton voices a country star gnome who serves as the host of a popular race.
Joyful Noise (2012)
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it’s about: A musical about two women (Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton) competing to lead a church choir in their small town. Meanwhile, one woman’s grandson (Jeremy Jordan) and the other’s daughter (Keke Palmer) meet and fall in love.
Dolly Parton's Christmas on The Square (2020)
Where to watch: Available to stream on Disney+ or buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
What it’s about: A Christmas musical about a cold-hearted businesswoman (Christine Baranski) who is preparing to evict several families from homes she owns to make room for a new shopping mall. An angel (Dolly Parton) steps in to try to convince her otherwise.
