Dolly Dearest (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1991, Dolly Dearest is a horror film directed by Maria Lease, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. An American family moves to Mexico to fabricate dolls, but their toy factory happens to be next to a Sanzian grave and the toys come into possession of an old, malicious spirit.
Who’s in it. Dolly Dearest stars Denise Crosby as Marilyn Wade, Sam Bottoms as Elliot Wade, Rip Torn as Karl Resnick and Chris Demetral as Jimmy Wade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Dolly Dearest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dolly Dearest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dolly Dearest tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dolly Dearest (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dolly Dearest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dolly Dearest worth watching?
- Dolly Dearest holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dolly Dearest?
- Dolly Dearest stars Denise Crosby, Sam Bottoms, Rip Torn, Chris Demetral and Candace Hutson.
- When was Dolly Dearest released?
- Dolly Dearest was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.