Where to watch Hairspray (1988)
- Movie
- English
- 1h 32m
Where to watch in India
Rent
Coming soon in:Hindi (release date)
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Languages and dubbing
| Language | Type | Platform | |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Original | Amazon Video | Verified |
Story
In 1960s Baltimore, a spirited teenager named Tracy lands a coveted spot on a popular local dance television program. Her newfound visibility gives her a platform to champion social causes close to her heart. This brings her into conflict with the show's reigning star and her influential family, who oppose Tracy's progressive views. The tension between them intensifies as both compete for recognition at a major local event.
Why watch
- Comedy-musical directed by John Waters with a distinctive creative vision
- Features Ricki Lake and Divine in lead roles with an ensemble cast
- 1988 film blending humor, music, and romance across 92 minutes
Good for: Viewers who enjoy comedies with musical numbers and social themes will find this appealing; check the content before watching with younger audiences.
Trailer
Cast
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Ricki LakeTracy Turnblad
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DivineEdna Turnblad / Arvin Hodgepile
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Debbie HarryVelma Von Tussle
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Vitamin CAmber von Tussle
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Sonny BonoFranklin von Tussle
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Leslie Ann PowersPenny Pingleton
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Ruth BrownMotormouth Maybelle
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Jerry StillerWilbur Turnblad
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Michael St. GerardLink Larkin
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Clayton PrinceSeaweed
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Mink StoleTammy
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Shawn ThompsonCorny Collins
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Ric OcasekBeatnik Cat
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Pia ZadoraBeatnik Chick
- Jo Ann HavrillaPrudence Pingleton
Frequently asked questions
Which OTT platform is Hairspray streaming on?
Hairspray is currently available in India on Amazon Video.
Can I watch Hairspray for free?
You can rent or buy Hairspray on Amazon Video.
Is Hairspray available in Hindi?
Not yet. The Hindi dubbed version of Hairspray is not on OTT in India yet. We update this page as soon as it arrives. Hairspray Hindi OTT release date →
Is Hairspray on Netflix?
No, Hairspray is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video.
Is Hairspray on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Hairspray is not on Amazon Prime Video in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video.
Is Hairspray on JioHotstar?
No, Hairspray is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video.
Who is in the cast of Hairspray?
Hairspray stars Ricki Lake, Divine, Debbie Harry, Vitamin C and Sonny Bono. Ricki Lake movies on OTT →
Who directed Hairspray?
Hairspray is directed by John Waters. All movies directed by John Waters →
How long is Hairspray?
Hairspray runs for 1h 32m (92 minutes).
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