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January 30, 1981 - The Incredible Shrinking Woman Premiered

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On this day, January 30, 1981, The Incredible Shrinking Woman premiered in theaters. Directed by Joel Schumacher, this sci-fi comedy starred Lily Tomlin in a delightful performance as a suburban housewife who begins to shrink after exposure to a strange mix of chemicals.

The film, a satirical take on consumerism and suburban life, featured a strong supporting cast, including Charles Grodin, Ned Beatty, John Glover, and Elizabeth Wilson. With its quirky humor and Tomlin’s brilliant comedic timing, the movie became a box office success, earning $20.2 million.

Fun Fact: The Incredible Shrinking Woman was inspired by the 1957 sci-fi classic The Incredible Shrinking Man. Lily Tomlin’s version added humor and social commentary, making it a standout film of the early 80s.

Trivia Question: What other 1980s comedy starred Lily Tomlin as part of a trio of women taking on their sexist boss?
 
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