---
title: "Dumplin'"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dumplin-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 472734
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 110
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Dumplin' (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dumplin-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dumplin' is a 2018 American coming-of-age comedy drama film directed by Anne Fletcher and written by Kristin Hahn. Based on the 2015 novel by Julie Murphy, the story follows a Texas teen named Willowdean, the plus-size daughter of a former beauty queen, who enters a local pageant run by her mother to prove a point about measuring up and fitting in.

The film combines elements of comedy and drama across a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes. It was released in the United States on December 7, 2018, and explores themes of self-acceptance and family relationships within the setting of a Texas pageant.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A plus-size Texas teen enters her former beauty queen mother's local pageant to make a point."

### Why Watch
- It is a 2018 American coming-of-age comedy drama film directed by Anne Fletcher.
- The screenplay was written by Kristin Hahn based on the 2015 novel by Julie Murphy.
- It features a narrative centered on a Texas teen entering a local pageant run by her ex-beauty queen mother.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes, which may be long for some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: It is a comedy drama film with a PG-13 rating and a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #coming-of-age, #texas-setting, #beauty-pageant, #mother-daughter-relationship, #plus-size-protagonist

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/dumplin-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Anne Fletcher
- **Networks / Studios**: Echo Films, COTA Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Danielle Macdonald** as *Willowdean Dickson*
- **Jennifer Aniston** as *Rosie Dickson*
- **Odeya Rush** as *Ellen Dryver*
- **Bex Taylor-Klaus** as *Hannah Perez*
- **Maddie Baillio** as *Millie Michalchuk*
- **Harold Perrineau** as *Lee Wayne / Rhea Ranged*
- **Luke Benward** as *Bo Larson*
- **Georgie Flores** as *Callie Reyes*
- **Dove Cameron** as *Bekah Cotter*
- **Kathy Najimy** as *Mrs. Michalchuk*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Dumplin'?
The available source materials indicate that it is a Netflix Original Film and is listed as now streaming.

### Q: Is Dumplin' worth watching?
It is a 2018 coming-of-age comedy drama directed by Anne Fletcher and based on Julie Murphy's 2015 novel, offering a story about a teen entering her mother's beauty pageant.

### Q: What is the runtime or binge duration of the film?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
Dumplin' is a feature-length film rather than a television series, so it does not consist of episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dumplin' — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/472734)
- [Dumplin' (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumplin'_(film))
- [Dumplin' (2018) | Cinematheque | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/613725-dumplin/cinematheque/)
- [Dumplin' (2018) Netflix Original Film (No Spoilers) Movie…](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geUqHdY-tBw)
- [Já, knedlíček 53% [Dumplin'] (2018) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/439175-ja-knedlicek)

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