Dolly Parton's iconic song "9 to 5" was inspired by a genuine movement initiated by a collective of secretaries in the early 1970s. Their aspirations were straightforward—fair wages, increased opportunities for career growth, and the elimination of sexual harassment. However, as depicted in 9to5: The Story of a Movement, their struggle not only fueled a chart-topping anthem but also transformed the landscape of the American workplace for generations to come.
Show
Independent Lens
Episode
S22E07
Air Date
Feb 01, 2021
Season 22 Episodes
S22E01
Feels Good Man
S22E02
Represent
S22E03
Jonathan Scott's Power Trip
S22E04
Belly of the Beast
S22E05
A Woman’s Work: The NFL’s Cheerleader Problem
S22E06
A Day in the Life of America / American Nomads
S22E07
9to5: The Story of a Movement
S22E08
Women in Blue
S22E09
Mr. SOUL!
S22E10
Coded Bias
S22E12
The Donut King
S22E13
Two Gods
S22E14
The People vs. Agent Orange