
Hairspray
The world was in a mess... but their hair was perfect!!
'Pleasantly plump' teenager Tracy Turnblad achieves her dream of becoming a regular on the Corny Collins Dance Show. Now a teen hero, she starts using her fame to speak out for the causes she believes in, most of all integration. In doing so, she earns the wrath of the show's former star, Amber Von Tussle, as well as Amber's manipulative, pro-segregation parents. The rivalry comes to a head as Amber and Tracy vie for the title of Miss Auto Show 1963.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Hairspray
- Genres: Comedy, Music, Romance
- Release Date: 1988-02-26
- Runtime: 92 minutes
- Rating: 6.8/10 (418 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $6,671,108
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.9105
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Ricki Lake
as Tracy Turnblad

Divine
as Edna Turnblad / Arvin Hodgepile

Debbie Harry
as Velma Von Tussle

Vitamin C
as Amber von Tussle

Sonny Bono
as Franklin von Tussle

Leslie Ann Powers
as Penny Pingleton

Ruth Brown
as Motormouth Maybelle

Jerry Stiller
as Wilbur Turnblad

Michael St. Gerard
as Link Larkin

Clayton Prince
as Seaweed
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Trailers & Clips
35th Anniversary: John Waters Message
35th Anniversary | John Waters
35th Anniversary Spot
Ricki Lake Talks about Working with Divine on ‘Hairspray’ | TCMFF 2023
Original Theatrical Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hairspray?▼
Hairspray is a Comedy, Music, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1988-02-26.
Who are the main actors in Hairspray?▼
The main cast includes Ricki Lake, Divine, Debbie Harry, Vitamin C, Sonny Bono, .
Where can I watch Hairspray online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Hairspray is available.
Is Hairspray based on a true story?▼
The world was in a mess... but their hair was perfect!!
What is the IMDb rating of Hairspray?▼
Hairspray has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 418 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Hairspray?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $6,671,108 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Hairspray?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Hairspray filmed?▼
Hairspray was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Hairspray?▼
The total runtime of Hairspray is 92 minutes.
Is Hairspray suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Hairspray?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Hairspray.
Does Hairspray have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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