Coal Miner's Daughter

In 1945, we are introduced to Loretta Webb, a young girl of just 13 years, living in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky. Born to Ted Webb, a hardworking miner, and his loving wife, Loretta is the second of eight siblings, navigating the hardships of life with the support of her close-knit family and community.

At the age of 13, Loretta marries Oliver 'Mooney' Lynn, who is 22 at the time, in 1948. As they embark on their journey as a couple, Loretta quickly becomes a mother, giving birth to four children by the time she turns 19, creating a vibrant yet challenging family life.

The Lynn family moves to northern Washington State as Mooney finds work in the forest industry. Here, Loretta begins to pursue her passion for music, singing at local honky-tonks during the weekends while raising her young children.

By the time Loretta is 25, she makes more frequent appearances at radio stations, showcasing her talent. During one such appearance, she attracts the attention of Norm Burley from Zero Records, who invites her and Mooney to Los Angeles to record a demo tape.

In Los Angeles, the recording sessions result in the creation of Loretta's first single, 'I'm a Honky Tonk Girl.' After returning home, Loretta and Mooney, driven by ambition, embark on a promotional tour to launch the record, taking their children and records along for the ride.

While on tour, Loretta receives devastating news from her mother about her father's unexpected passing. Despite their grief, Loretta and Mooney press on with their journey, using music as a way to cope with the heartbreak.

Loretta's music begins to resonate with a larger audience, resulting in the growing popularity of 'I'm a Honky Tonk Girl.' The success leads to an invitation to perform at the celebrated Grand Ole Opry, marking a significant milestone in her burgeoning career.

By the summer of 1961, Loretta enjoys the thrill of performing for sold-out crowds at the Opry, establishing her presence as a country music star. Her performance includes a heartfelt dedication to her idol Patsy Cline, solidifying her legacy among the greats.

During a performance on Ernest Tubb's Midnite Jamboree, Loretta dedicates her hit 'I Fall to Pieces' as a get-well card to Patsy Cline. This emotional gesture leads to a budding friendship, though it is tragically cut short when Patsy dies in a plane crash on March 5, 1963.

As Loretta's fame grows, the pressures of constant touring and public expectations take a toll on her personal life. This culminates in a breakdown during a performance, prompting a period of self-reflection and recuperation at her ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

After a period of soul-searching, Loretta emerges reinvigorated and ready to tackle the challenges of her profession. Embracing her identity as the 'First Lady of Country Music,' she recommits to her music and her family, determined to find a balance.

The film reaches its culmination as Loretta shares her extraordinary life experiences through the moving lyrics of her 1970 hit, 'Coal Miner's Daughter.' This performance captures the hearts of an eager audience, celebrating her incredible journey as a country music legend.