AMC Theatres Bringing Back Dolly Parton Films After Her Death
- On Friday, Aug. 28, AMC Theatres began screening two Dolly Parton films across approximately 200 locations in the United States to honor the late musician, who passed away Tuesday at age 80.
- The retrospective features 1989's Steel Magnolias and 1982's The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, both scheduled through Wednesday, Sept. 2, in participating theaters nationwide.
- Steel Magnolias grossed $86.4M domestic, while The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas opened to $11.8M in 1982. Participating theaters offer daily matinee screenings at AMC Fan Faves value pricing.
- Multiple Chicago-area locations will participate, including AMC River East 21 and Village Crossing 16. Showtimes and ticket information are available through the AMC mobile app and website.
- Parton was nominated for two original song Oscars, including 1981's 9 to 5 and 2006's Travelin' Thru. Millions remembered the country star following her death, honoring a career that touched generations.
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Dolly Parton's 'Steel Magnolias,' 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' returning to theaters
If you're looking to find a way to pay tribute to Dolly Parton this weekend, movie theaters are bringing back two of her classic films. Steel Magnolias and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas will be returning to about 200 AMC Theatre locations nationwide starting [...] The post Dolly Parton’s ‘Steel Magnolias,’ ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ returning to theaters appeared first on Everett Post.
Dolly Parton’s ‘Steel Magnolias,’ ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ returning to theaters
If you're looking to find a way to pay tribute to Dolly Parton this weekend, movie theaters are bringing back two of her classic films. Steel Magnolias and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas will be returning to about 200 AMC Theatre locations nationwide starting [...]
AMC Theaters Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton By Bringing Two of Her Classic Movies Back to the Big Screen
AMC Theaters will pay tribute to Dolly Parton by bringing two of her classic movie roles back to the big screen beginning today (Aug. 28); see details.
Dolly Parton classics ‘Steel Magnolias,’ ‘Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ return to theaters
The country music queen also starred in films such as “9 to 5” and “Rhinestone.”Dolly Parton in ‘Steel Magnolias’ in 1989Credit: SonyKey PointsTwo of Dolly Parton’s movies are returning to theaters following her death.The country music star died Tuesday at age 80.The movies will screen at about 200 AMC locations, among other chains.It’s finally possible to make another appointment with Steel Magnolias hairdresser Truvy, who was played by the lat…
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