Jane Fonda (Judy Bernly), Lily Tomlin (Violet Newstead) and Dolly Parton (Doralee Rhodes) lead the 1980 comedy film ‘9 to 5‘, alongside Dabney Coleman as their sexist boss, Franklin Hart.
Main cast
- Judy BernlyJane FondaMain
- Violet NewsteadLily TomlinMain
- Doralee RhodesDolly PartonMain
- Franklin Hart Jr.Dabney ColemanMain
Supporting cast
- Roz KeithElizabeth WilsonSupp
- Mr. TinsworthyHenry JonesSupp
- Missy HartMarian MercerSupp
- Mr. HinklePeter HobbsSupp
- Bob EnrightRichard StahlSupp
Guest & voice
- DwayneJeffrey DouglasGuest
- MariaRita TaggartGuest
- WaitressPeggy PopeGuest
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About this cast
The 1980 film ‘9 to 5’ is a workplace comedy starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton as three office workers who kidnap their tyrannical boss. It was directed by Colin Higgins and became a box‑office hit, spawning a TV series and a stage musical.
FAQs
Who plays the boss Franklin Hart in ‘9 to 5’?
Dabney Coleman plays the chauvinist boss Franklin Hart Jr.
Who plays Doralee Rhodes in ‘9 to 5’?
Dolly Parton plays the secretary Doralee Rhodes.
Is ‘9 to 5’ based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional comedy written by Colin Higgins and Patricia Resnick.
Who wrote the title song ‘9 to 5’?
Dolly Parton wrote and performed the title song, which earned her an Oscar nomination.
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