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AMC Theaters Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton By Bringing Two of Her Classic Movies Back to the Big Screen

AMC Theaters is screening two classic Dolly Parton films this weekend, as part of a tribute to the country music legend.

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 14:02 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 14:02 UTC

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AMC Theaters is screening two of Dolly Parton's classic films this weekend. The screenings are a tribute to the country music legend, who has been in the news recently for her philanthropic efforts. The screenings are part of a broader trend of theaters honoring iconic figures with special screenings.

Regal Cinemas is also screening Parton films, with proceeds benefiting her Imagination Library. The screenings are taking place in Richmond and Philadelphia, with no word yet on whether other cities will follow suit. The screenings are taking place in Richmond and Philadelphia, with no word yet on whether other cities will follow suit.

The films being screened are not specified in all coverage. The screenings are part of a broader trend of theaters honoring iconic figures with special screenings. The screenings are taking place in Richmond and Philadelphia, with no word yet on whether other cities will follow suit.

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Archynetys detected this story across 2 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Aug 28, 13:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Portuguese Aug 30, 07:32 UTC · Globo

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Which Dolly Parton films are being screened?

Coverage does not yet specify which films are being screened.

Are the screenings taking place in other cities?

The screenings are confirmed for Richmond and Philadelphia. Coverage does not yet specify other locations.

Are the screenings benefiting any charities?

Regal Cinemas' screenings will benefit Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Coverage does not yet specify if AMC Theaters' screenings will also benefit charities.

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