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9 to 5 Returns: Iconic Comedy Hits Theaters for Charity
25 Sep
Summary
- Iconic 1980 film '9 to 5' returns to theaters for a week.
- Net proceeds benefit Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
- The special run begins October 9 and runs through October 15.
A newly restored version of the iconic 1980 comedy '9 to 5' is set to return to theaters for a special weeklong run from October 9 to October 15. This special engagement will feature the film starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin.
Disney will donate net proceeds from each U.S. ticket purchase to The Dollywood Foundation. These funds will directly support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a program dedicated to fostering early literacy and a lifelong love of reading in children.
The theatrical re-release coincides with "Give Like Dolly Day," an annual event observed on September 25, which honors Parton's commitment to education and encourages making a difference in children's lives. The film, directed by Colin Higgins, was recognized with an Academy Award nomination for its title song by Dolly Parton.
