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1988•92 min•Comedy, Music, Romance

Hairspray

Is Hairspray a Hit or Flop?

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Is Hairspray worth watching? With a rating of 6.8/10, this Comedy, Music, Romance film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Hairspray Synopsis

'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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Top Cast

Ricki Lake
Ricki LakeTracy Turnblad
Divine
DivineEdna Turnblad / Arvin Hodgepile
Debbie Harry
Debbie HarryVelma Von Tussle
Vitamin C
Vitamin CAmber von Tussle
Sonny Bono
Sonny BonoFranklin von Tussle
Leslie Ann Powers
Leslie Ann PowersPenny Pingleton
Ruth Brown
Ruth BrownMotormouth Maybelle
Jerry Stiller
Jerry StillerWilbur Turnblad
Michael St. Gerard
Michael St. GerardLink Larkin
Clayton Prince
Clayton PrinceSeaweed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hairspray worth watching?

Hairspray has received mixed reviews with a 6.8/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Comedy, Music, Romance movies.

Is Hairspray hit or flop?

Hairspray has received average ratings (6.8/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Hairspray?

Hairspray is a Comedy, Music, Romance movie that '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...

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