Tuesday, July 23, 2019

"The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" released 1982


The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, released July 23, 1982, starred Burt Reynolds and Dolly Parton in the lead roles.  Dolly received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Movie - Comedy or Musical. The movie was based on a play, which was based on a true story. 

Charles Durning, who played the governor of Texas, received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

When released, it bumped E.T. The Extraterrestrial from the #1 spot, where it had been for the previous six weeks.

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