9 to 5 (1980).
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Whether you think of it as a statement on female empowerment or simply a fun workplace comedy, the 1980 hit
9 to 5 which featured Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton as a trio of secretaries who turn the tables on their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot boss (Dabney Coleman) is a bona fide comedy classic. In honor of its 40th anniversary, here are 14 things you might not know about the Oscar-nominated film.
1. The concept for
9 to 5 began with Jane Fonda.
9 to 5 was produced by Jane Fonda’s company, IPC Films, and the idea originated from a real-life organization. “My ideas for films always come from things that I hear and perceive in my daily life,” Fonda told