To prove a point about measuring up and fitting in, Texas teen Willowdean “Dumplin’” Dickson enters a local pageant run by her ex-beauty queen mom.
Sound
Dolly Parton soundtrack is basically a supporting character.
Acting
Danielle Macdonald's eye rolls deserve their own award.
Production
Drag queen aunties run the best honky-tonk wisdom.
Director
Anne Fletcher
Danielle Macdonald
Willowdean Dickson
Jennifer Aniston
Rosie Dickson
Odeya Rush
Ellen Dryver
Bex Taylor-Klaus
Hannah Perez
Maddie Baillio
Millie Michalchuk
Harold Perrineau
Lee Wayne / Rhea Ranged
Luke Benward
Bo Larson
Georgie Flores
Callie Reyes
Dove Cameron
Bekah Cotter
Kathy Najimy
Mrs. Michalchuk
Ginger Minj
Candee Disch
Hilliary Begley
Lucy Dickson
Sam Pancake
Dale
Dan Finnerty
Eugene Reed
Molly McNearney
Delia Shepherd
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Dolly Parton recorded six new songs specifically for the film and makes a voice cameo as a radio DJ.
The film sparked debate about 'feel-good' fat representation versus demanding actual systemic change in Hollywood casting.
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