Dolly Parton's Heartstrings

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  • TV-14
  • 2019
  • 1 Season
  • 7.6  (2,405)

Dolly Parton is known for her incredible voice and songwriting skills, and now she is bringing her talents to Netflix with the anthology series Dolly Parton's Heartstrings. The show features eight episodes, each one based on one of Dolly Parton's iconic songs. The episodes are not connected, and each one tells a different story with new characters.

As viewers, we are treated to a variety of genres, including drama, comedy, and romance. Dolly Parton's Heartstrings is a wholesome show that is perfect for the whole family. Each episode is heartwarming and features great performances from the talented cast.

The episodes:

1. "Jolene"

This episode focuses on the fear and jealousy that comes with a cheating partner. Jolene (Julianne Hough) threatens to steal another woman's husband, and the wife (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) must decide whether or not to trust her husband.

2. "Two Doors Down"

This episode centers around the close-knit community of a small town. When a new neighbor (Melissa Leo) moves in, she is not welcomed with open arms. It takes an unexpected event for the town to come together and accept her.

3. "These Old Bones"

In "These Old Bones," a local psychic (Kathleen Turner) is called in to help solve a mystery. She teams up with a young law enforcement officer (Ginnifer Goodwin) to uncover the truth about a family's past.

4. "If I Had Wings"

"If I Had Wings" is a feel-good episode about a positively-minded ex-convict (Gerald McRaney) who helps a young boy (Cameron Jones) find his way back to happiness.

5. "JJ Sneed"

This episode tells the story of a notorious outlaw (Colin O’Donoghue) who falls in love with his mark (Sadie Stanley). Will he stay true to his outlaw ways, or will love win out?

6. "Cracker Jack"

In "Cracker Jack," a husband (Timothy Busfield) reminisces about his past as a baseball player while going through his personal struggles with his wife (Virginia Gardner).

7. "Sugar Hill"

"Sugar Hill" is a sweet coming-of-age story about a young girl (Katlyn Nichol) who learns about the power of family and resilience.

8. "Down From Dover"

The final chapter of Dolly's Heartstrings is the story of a pregnant teenager (Holly Taylor) who is sent away to have her baby. But when she returns home, she is not welcomed back with open arms.

Throughout all of the episodes, Dolly Parton's music is at the forefront. We hear classic songs like "Jolene," "Two Doors Down," and "Sugar Hill," as well as some lesser-known tunes like "These Old Bones." The music is well integrated into the storytelling, and it helps to create a nostalgic and wholesome atmosphere.

The cast of Dolly Parton's Heartstrings is excellent across the board. Dolly herself features in "Jolene", which is perhaps the most exciting episode of the series. Julianne Hough is a standout in her portrayal of Jolene, and she brings depth to this iconic character.

Other notable cast members include Sarah Shahi (The L Word, Person of Interest) as the waitress in "If I Had Wings," and Ginnifer Goodwin (Once Upon a Time) as the law enforcement officer in "These Old Bones." While the stories and characters may vary, the consistent quality of the acting makes it easy to get invested in each episode.

In conclusion, Dolly Parton's Heartstrings is a charming, feel-good series that is sure to delight fans of Dolly Parton's music. The show manages to capture the magic and nostalgia of her songs while telling unique and compelling stories. The cast and crew have clearly put a lot of love into this project, and it shows in the final product. Highly recommended for anyone looking for wholesome entertainment that celebrates the power of music and storytelling.

Dolly Parton's Heartstrings is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (8 episodes). The series first aired on November 22, 2019.

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Two Doors Down
8. Two Doors Down
November 22, 2019
A family's lifetime of secrets come bursting out during a chaotic and comedic New Year's Eve wedding weekend. Will they make it to witness the "I do"s without killing one another? Starring Melissa Leo, Ray McKinnon, Andy Mientus, Katie Stevens and Michael Willett; written by Mark B. Perry and directed by Wendey Stanzler.
Down From Dover
7. Down From Dover
November 22, 2019
After being shunned by her pious widowed father, a pregnant teenager finds support at a home for unwed mothers, where she hopes for the safe return of the young man she loves from the Vietnam War. Starring Holly Taylor, Shane McGhie, Robert Taylor, Bellamy Young, Camryn Manheim and Mary Lane Haskell; written by John Sacret Young and directed by Erica Dunton.
Sugar Hill
6. Sugar Hill
November 22, 2019
A married couple (former thirtysomething co-stars Timothy Busfield and Patricia Wettig) in their twilight embark on a road trip back to the place where they first fell in love, revisiting the history of their love story along the way. Also starring Virginia Gardner and Tom Brittney; written by Thomas Ian Griffith and Mary Page Keller and directed by Lev L. Spiro.
Cracker Jack
5. Cracker Jack
November 22, 2019
Two stories -- one past, one present -- about the power of unconditional love between a girl and her dog. That same girl, now grown, questions what her life means and who she can truly count on when faced with her greatest fear. Starring Sarah Shahi, Rochelle Aytes, Jessica Collins and Tammy Lynn Michaels; written by Lisa Melamed and directed by Liesl Tommy.
Jolene
4. Jolene
November 22, 2019
Televised adaptation of Dolly Parton's song, "Jolene", about a jealous woman. The title character (Julianne Hough), a flirtatious free spirit, wants to escape her hometown of Coventry, Georgia, and become a singer-songwriter. The cast also includes Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Dallas Roberts and Parton.
JJ Sneed
3. JJ Sneed
November 22, 2019
In the 1880s, a feisty young woman trapped in a mundane existence dreams of more, until a seductive outlaw (Colin O'Donoghue) pulls her into the adventure of a lifetime. Starring Colin O'Donoghue, Willa Fitzgerald, David Denman, Mac Davis and Vanessa Rubio; written by Strain and directed by Terry McDonough.
If I Had Wings
2. If I Had Wings
November 22, 2019
After receiving invitations to their long estranged father's (Gerald McRaney) 70th birthday, three siblings (Ben Lawson, Brooke Elliott and Michele Weaver) converge on a Mississippi farm, where they test the bonds of blood and issues of faith, all to confront the sins of their father. Also starring Delta Burke and Tim Reid; written by Strain and directed by Timothy Busfield.
These Old Bones
1. These Old Bones
November 22, 2019
In the 1940s, a determined young lawyer returns to her Smoky Mountain hometown to prove herself professionally when a mysterious mountain woman (Kathleen Turner), believed by some locals to be a fortune teller, threatens a lumber company's business. Ginnifer Goodwin and Kyle Bornheimer also star. Written by Jim Strain; directed by Joe Lazarov.
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Where to Watch Dolly Parton's Heartstrings
Dolly Parton's Heartstrings is available for streaming on the Netflix website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dolly Parton's Heartstrings on demand at Netflix, Amazon, Vudu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    November 22, 2019
  • IMDB Rating
    7.6  (2,405)