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Steel Magnolias

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1989 | 117 min | Drama, Comedy

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

People are still talking about it and it made about 6 times its budget. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Lady Bird, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 57 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship and welcome her into the fold.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.2 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture. Also nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 more Golden Globe and 1 BAFTA. Plus 1 other award.

  • Box office & staying powerStrong

    $96 million worldwide on a $15 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactVery strong

    About 1.2 million people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by Herbert Ross

  • Sally FieldM'Lynn Eatenton
  • Dolly PartonTruvy Jones
  • Shirley MacLaineOuiser Boudreaux
  • Daryl HannahAnnelle Dupuy
  • Olympia DukakisClairee Belcher
  • Julia RobertsShelby Eatenton Latcherie
  • Tom SkerrittDrum Eatenton
  • Sam ShepardSpud Jones
  • Dylan McDermottJackson Latcherie
  • Kevin J. O'ConnorSammy Desoto