Where to stream Dolly Parton’s most famous movies ‣ Diverse Daily

American singer, songwriter, and actress Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Throughout her long and celebrated career, she starred in a number of highly successful feature films. Parton’s first TV appearance occurred all the way back in 1956, and, from there, she went on to appear in twelve theatrically released movies, all of which have become classics in their own right.

In particular, three Dolly Parton films stand arguably above the rest in terms of popularity and cultural impact: 9 to 5 (1980), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982), and Steel Magnolias (1989). Here’s where to stream each of these iconic and time-tested movies as of the time of writing.

9 to 5 (1980)

Available across Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube, Apple TV

9 to 5 is a classic comedy film about three working women who plot and act out revenge against their tyrannical boss. Parton stars as Doralee Rhodes, a secretary within the office environment. The movie received somewhat mixed reviews on release, but it has since become a classic for not only its comedic moments, but also its social commentary on workplace sexism. 9 to 5 also inspired Parton’s iconic hit song of the same name.

Currently, 9 to 5 can be streamed across the following platforms: Disney+, Amazon Prime VIdeo, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube, and Apple TV. The Blu-ray can be purchased on Amazon by following this link.

Release Date: December 19, 1980
Runtime: 109 Minutes
Director: Colin Higgins
Writers: Patricia Resnick, Colin Higgins

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982)

Available to stream across Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube, Apple TV

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas theatrical release poster

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is a musical comedy film based on an earlier 1978 stage musical of the same name. The film follows Mona Stangley (played by Parton) and Sherriff Ed Earl Dodd as they attempt to protect the Chicken Ranch brothel from television reporter Mevlin P. Thorpe’s exposure campaign. The movie received mixed reviews when it debuted, but it has since gone on to become a classic in the musical comedy space.

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas can currently be streamed across Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube, and Apple TV. The Blu-ray version of the film can be purchased on Amazon by following this link.

Release Date: July 23, 1982
Runtime: 114 minutes
Writers: Colin Higgins, Larry L. King
Producers: Edward K. Milkis, Robert L. Boyett

Burt Reynolds

Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd
Dolly Parton

Mona Stangley
Dom DeLuise

Melvin P. Thorpe
Charles Durning

Governor of Texas

Steel Magnolias (1989)

Available to stream across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube, CraveTV, Apple TV

Steel Magnolias theatrical release poster

Steel Magnolias is a comedy drama that follows the lives of six Louisiana women who frequent Truvy’s Beauty Parlor, with their friendships unfolding in unique and unforeseen ways. Parton plays the role of Truvy Jones, a Glamor Technician and notable town gossip. The film received mixed reviews initially, but went on to become quite a success overall. Steel Magnolias is based on the 1987 stage play of the same name.

Steel Magnolias can currently be streamed on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google PLay Movies & TV, YouTube, CraveTV, and Apple TV. The Blu-ray edition can be bought on Amazon by following this link.