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In 1960s Baltimore, Tracy Turnblad, a plus-sized teenager with big dreams, auditions for the city's most popular TV dance show, "The Corny Collins Show." When she unexpectedly wins a spot, Tracy's newfound stardom puts her at odds with the show’s reigning teen star, Amber von Tussle, and her ambitious parents. As Tracy befriends an African American student and fights for integration on the show, she sparks a movement promoting inclusivity and self-acceptance, challenging social norms and bringing the community together.

In 1960s Baltimore, Tracy Turnblad, a plus-sized teenager with big dreams, auditions for the city's most popular TV dance show, "The Corny Collins Show." When she unexpectedly wins a spot, Tracy's newfound stardom puts her at odds with the show’s reigning teen star, Amber von Tussle, and her ambitious parents. As Tracy befriends an African American student and fights for integration on the show, she sparks a movement promoting inclusivity and self-acceptance, challenging social norms and bringing the community together.

Does Hairspray have end credit scenes?

No!

Hairspray does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Hairspray

Explore the complete cast of Hairspray, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.


Ratings and Reviews for Hairspray

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Metacritic

77

Metascore

6.9

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

98%

TOMATOMETER

review

79%

User Score

IMDb

7.0 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

68

%

User Score

Awards & Nominations for Hairspray

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4th Independent Spirit Awards 1989

Nomination

Best Feature

John Waters
Nomination

Best Director

John Waters
Ricki Lake
Nomination

Best Female Lead

Ricki Lake
Divine
Nomination

Best Supporting Male

Divine
Nomination

Best Supporting Female

Debbie Harry
John Waters
Nomination

Best Screenplay

John Waters

Watch Trailers, Clips & Behind-the-Scenes for Hairspray

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Original Theatrical Trailer

Cars Featured in Hairspray

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Explore all cars featured in Hairspray, including their makes, models, scenes they appear in, and their significance to the plot. A must-read for car enthusiasts and movie buffs alike.


Buick

1962

Special

Cadillac

1957

Fleetwood 60 Special

Cadillac

1959

Fleetwood 75

Checker

1964

Marathon

Chevrolet

1947

Advance-Design Panel

Chevrolet

1955

Bel Air

Chevrolet

1957

Bel Air

Chevrolet

1961

Bel Air

Chevrolet

1964

Corvair

Chevrolet

1956

Corvette C1

Movie Themes and Keywords

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