Entertainment

Dolly Parton Tributes Boost Network Ratings

Updated 2026-09-03 20:25 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Networks aired Dolly Parton tribute specials, drawing high viewership. ABC’s '9 to 5' was the most-watched broadcast movie in over three years.

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Variety

Dolly Parton Tributes Score Big Ratings for the Networks; ABC’s ‘9 to 5’ Airing Is Most-Watched Broadcast Movie in More Than Three Years

Dolly Parton continues to be a beloved icon — if ratings for the recent tribute specials across four different networks are any indication. ABC, CBS, NBC and The CW all attracted decent-sized crowds for quickly-scheduled specials that aired in late August — not particularly a time for major viewersh

2026-09-03 20:15 UTC

Deadline

Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil’ To Freak Out Masses With Record Franchise Opening At U.S. Box Office

Count on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil as one of the biggest openers this month in addition to Warner Bros’ Practical Magic 2 when it bows in the post-Labor Day frame. Resident Evil hit tracking this morning with an eye at a $35M start. The pic debuts in theaters on Sept. 18. We’re

2026-09-03 20:15 UTC