Where To Watch Hairspray

Hairspray is a colorful musical comedy set in 1960s Baltimore that celebrates self-expression, body positivity, and racial equality. The story follows Tracy Turnblad, an optimistic teenager with big hair and an even bigger heart, who dreams of dancing on a popular TV show. When she unexpectedly becomes a star, Tracy uses her newfound fame to challenge social norms and fight segregation. Packed with catchy songs, vibrant dance numbers, and heartfelt moments, Hairspray blends humor with an important social message, making it an entertaining and uplifting film for audiences of all ages.

Comedy Drama Romance

Release Date: July 20, 2007
Director: John Waters
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes
Language: Englishg
Starring: Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes, James Marsden, Queen Latifah, Brittany Snow, Zac Efron, Elijah Kelley, Allison Janney
Box Office: $203 Million Worldwide
Where To Watch: Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu

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Set in 1962 Baltimore, Hairspray follows Tracy Turnblad, a confident and plus-sized teen who loves to dance. Her dream comes true when she earns a spot on The Corny Collins Show, a popular local dance program. As Tracy rises to fame, she befriends African-American dancers and becomes aware of the show’s racial segregation policies. Determined to make a difference, she fights to integrate the program while facing opposition from the show’s villainous producer, Velma Von Tussle. Supported by her loving family and new friends, Tracy challenges beauty standards and prejudice. Through energetic musical performances and heartfelt storytelling, the film delivers a powerful message about acceptance, equality, and staying true to oneself.

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One shocking fact about Hairspray is that John Travolta gained over 30 pounds and spent nearly five hours a day in makeup to play Edna Turnblad a role traditionally played by a man in both the original film and Broadway version making him almost unrecognizable on screen.

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