Dumplin' (film)
| Dumplin' | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Anne Fletcher |
| Produced by |
Michael Costigan Kristin Hahn Trish Hofmann Mohamed AlRafi Jennifer Aniston |
| Screenplay by | Kristin Hahn |
| Based on |
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy |
| Starring |
Danielle Macdonald Jennifer Aniston |
| Music by | Dolly Parton |
| Cinematography | Elliot Davis |
| Edited by | Emma E. Hickox |
Production company |
Echo Films COTA Films |
| Distributed by | Netflix |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Dumplin' is an upcoming American musical comedy film directed by Anne Fletcher and written by Kristin Hahn. It is based on the young adult novel of the same name by Julie Murphy. The film stars Jennifer Aniston and Danielle Macdonald.
Cast
- Danielle Macdonald as Willowdean "Dumplin'" Dickson
- Jennifer Aniston as Rosie Dickson
- Luke Benward as Bo
- Odeya Rush as Ellen 'El' Dryver
- Dove Cameron as Bekah Cotter
- Bex Taylor-Klaus as Hannah Perez
- Harold Perrineau as Lee Wayne / Rhea Ranged
- Alon McKlveen as Darlene Williams
- Maddie Baillio as Millie
- Sam Pancake as Dale
- Ann Mahoney as Millie's mother
- Ginger Minj
- Kathy Najimy
- Georgie Flores
- Tian Richards as Marcus
- Coley Campany as Lorraine
- Kaye Singleton as Miss Burgundy
- Jason Cozmo as Dolly Parton impersonator
Production
On March 15, 2017, Jennifer Aniston was announced in the cast of Dumplin', playing Rosie Dickson, the mother of Dumplin'.[1] On June 13, 2017 Danielle Macdonald joined Aniston, in the lead role.[2] On August 15, 2017, Odeya Rush was also cast in the film to play Ellen 'El' Dryver, Willowdean's best friend, who creates difficulties when she tries to enter the beauty pageant across Will.[3] On August 21, 2017, Dove Cameron, Luke Benward, Bex Taylor-Klaus, Maddie Baillio, Georgie Flores, and Ginger Minj joined the cast of Dumplin.[4]
Principal photography on the film began on August 21, 2017 in Atlanta and ended in October.[5]
Release
In September 2018, Netflix acquired distribution rights to the film.[6]
Soundtrack
References
- ↑ McNary, Dave (16 March 2017). "Jennifer Aniston to Star in Teen Comedy 'Dumplin"". Retrieved 27 October 2017.
- ↑ "'Patti Cake$' Breakout Danielle Macdonald Joins Jennifer Aniston in 'Dumplin' (Exclusive)". Retrieved 27 October 2017.
- ↑ N'Duka, Amanda (August 15, 2017). "Odeya Rush Joins Jennifer Aniston In 'Dumplin'". Deadline. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- ↑ N'Duka, Amanda (21 August 2017). "Dove Cameron, Luke Benward, Bex Taylor-Klaus & More Added To Comedy Film 'Dumplin'". Retrieved 27 October 2017.
- ↑ N'Duka, Amanda (August 21, 2017). "Dove Cameron, Luke Benward, Bex Taylor-Klaus & More Added To Comedy Film 'Dumplin'". Deadline. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ↑ Kit, Borys (September 12, 2018). "Netflix Lands Jennifer Aniston Dramedy 'Dumplin (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 12, 2018.