Hairspray (2007)
Movie 1h 57m ★ 6.7/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something
Dating from 2007, Hairspray sits in the comedy, drama and romance corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Adam Shankman. The cast includes James Marsden, Christopher Walken and Queen Latifah. The running time is 1h 57m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.7 out of 10.
Synopsis
Pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad auditions to be on Baltimore's most popular dance show - The Corny Collins Show - and lands a prime spot. Through her newfound fame, she becomes determined to help her friends and end the racial segregation that has been a staple of the show.
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Cast & crew
- Adam ShankmanDirector
- James Marsdenas Corny Collins
- Christopher Walkenas Wilbur Turnblad
- Queen Latifahas Motormouth Maybelle
- Michelle Pfeifferas Velma Von Tussle
- John Travoltaas Edna Turnblad
- Allison Janneyas Prudy Pringleton
- Brittany Snowas Amber Von Tussle
- Elijah Kelleyas Seaweed
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Questions about Hairspray
- What genre is Hairspray?
- Hairspray is categorised as Comedy, Drama, Romance.
- Who stars in Hairspray?
- James Marsden, Christopher Walken, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer, John Travolta appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Hairspray?
- Adam Shankman directed Hairspray.
- How long is Hairspray?
- Hairspray runs for 1h 57m (117 minutes).
- Is Hairspray worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Hairspray?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
