Dolly Parton filmography to Remember" with Kenny Rogers in 1984 to promote their collaborative Christmas album "Once Upon a Christmas". In 1986 Parton starred in the made-for-television film "A Smoky Mountain Christmas". During the 1987–1988 television season, Parton attempted a second variety show on ABC titled "Dolly". Like the previous series, this one also lasted only one season. Parton starred in the 1989 film "Steel Magnolias" with Sally Field, Shirley MacLaine and Julia Roberts. In 1991 Parton starred in the made-for-television film "Wild Texas Wind". Parton returned to the silver screen in 1992 with James Woods in the 1992 film "Straight Talk". The
Dolly Parton filmography Dolly Parton filmography Dolly Parton is an American singer, songwriter and actress. She has appeared in twelve theatrically released films and has made over 400 appearances on television. Parton's first televised appearance was in 1956 on the "Cas Walker Farm and Home Hour" when she was 10 years old, she had previously appeared on Cas Walker's radio show. Her major television breakthrough came in 1967 when she was discovered by Porter Wagoner who had her join is weekly variety show, "The Porter Wagoner Show". Parton appeared on 218 episodes of the show between 1967 and 1975 as a regular performer.