Dolly Parton expressed her excitement for a possible remake of the classic 1980 comedy “9 to 5” being produced by Jennifer Aniston. Parton, who starred in the original movie alongside Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda, mentioned that there was some talk about Aniston wanting to do a remake during the filming of the movie “Dumplin’.” Parton hopes that her hit song from the original movie, also titled “9 to 5,” will be used in the remake and that she, Tomlin, and Fonda might make an appearance in the new version.
The original movie centered around three working women who plot to overthrow their misogynistic boss, with Parton’s character, Doralee Rhodes, becoming a fan favorite among audiences. The track “9 to 5” topped the Billboard Hot 100 charts and received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song. Parton expressed her belief that the movie had a powerful impact on gender equality and was proud to have been a part of such an influential project.
Parton is in favor of her goddaughter Miley Cyrus playing Dolly Rhodes in the remake. Aniston is producing a “reimagining” of the movie through her Echo Films production company, with writer Diablo Cody set to write the script. Both Tomlin and Fonda have shown their support for the new project, wishing them success and acknowledging their talents. The original cast had discussed a possible sequel in the past, but ultimately decided against it due to difficulties in creating a unique script that differed enough from the first movie.
Despite the remake being in the works, the original cast members are doubtful that a sequel will come to fruition. Parton admitted that they had dropped the idea of a sequel as they were unable to create a script that was different enough from the original. However, the possibility of a remake has brought excitement for fans of the original movie, with the potential for a new generation to experience the story of three women fighting against workplace inequality.
Parton reflected on the impact the original movie had on audiences, with its themes of gender equality and female empowerment resonating with viewers. She expressed gratitude for being a part of such an important project and has high hopes that the remake will carry on the legacy of the original film. With Aniston at the helm of the production and talented individuals involved in creating the new version, there is anticipation for a successful and engaging adaptation that will continue to inspire audiences for years to come.
