Steel Magnolias (1989) movie poster

Steel Magnolias (1989)

"Six extraordinary friends. They share each other's laughter. They dry each other's tears."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 64% (RT: 73%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 57m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (707 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
73%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Sally Field as M'Lynn Eatenton
Dolly Parton as Truvy Jones
Shirley MacLaine as Ouiser Boudreaux
Daryl Hannah as Annelle Dupuy
Olympia Dukakis as Clairee Belcher
Julia Roberts as Shelby Eatenton Latcherie
Tom Skerritt as Drum Eatenton
Sam Shepard as Spud Jones
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 707 votes. Critics gave it 64%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1989 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Steel Magnolias was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Steel Magnolias is a 1989 comedy, drama, romance film directed by Herbert Ross. 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. The film has been rated by 707 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Steel Magnolias delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Steel Magnolias (1989) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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