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The best Jane Fonda movies

And where to watch them in Australia…

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The best Jane Fonda movies:

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9 to 5

In this workplace comedy, Jane stars as Judy, a timid secretary who teams up with two coworkers – played by Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton – to overthrow their sexist boss. A feminist classic, 9 to 5 was nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song and became a cultural touchstone.

Where to watch: Disney+

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Stream 9 to 5 on Disney Plus from $15.99/mth. SUBSCRIBE HERE

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Monster-in-Law

In Monster-in-Law, Jane plays Viola, a controlling mother who clashes with her son’s fiancée, played by Jennifer Lopez. This comedy marked Jane’s return to acting after a 15-year hiatus and showcased her sharp comedic timing.

Where to watch: Netflix, Foxtel Now, and Binge

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Stream Monster-in-Law on Foxtel Now from $35/mth, with a 10-day free trial. SUBSCRIBE HERE

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Klute 

Jane won an Oscar for Best Actress thanks to her performance in this film. She plays Bree Daniels, a call girl who helps a detective, played by the late Donald Sutherland, solve a disappearance. 

Where to watch: Rent or buy via Apple TV+

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Coming Home

In this powerful Vietnam War drama, Jane plays a military wife who falls in love with a paraplegic veteran. Her performance in Coming Home earned Jane a second Oscar for Best Actress. 

Where to watch: Rent or buy via Apple TV+

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Book Club 

Book Club is a charming celebration of friendship, romance, and reinvention later in life.

Jane stars in the film alongside Diane Keaton, Candice Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen as four lifelong friends whose lives change after reading Fifty Shades of Grey

Where to watch: Foxtel Now and Binge

Stream Book Club on Foxtel Now from $35/mth, with a 10-day free trial. SUBSCRIBE HERE

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Barefoot in the Park

This romantic comedy stars Jane as a free-spirited newlywed opposite Robert Redford. And their mismatched personalities lead to comic chaos in a tiny New York apartment; it’s a must-watch. 

Where to watch: SBS OnDemand

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They Shoot Horses, Don’t They? 

Set during the Great Depression, Jane stars in They Shoot Horses, Don’t They? as a desperate woman competing in a brutal dance marathon. Her searing performance earned her her first Oscar nomination and cemented her as a dramatic powerhouse.

Where to watch: Rent or buy via Apple TV+.

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