Hairspray
When you follow your own beat, the world will follow you.
2007 • 116 min • Comedy · Romance · Drama
Synopsis
Pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad auditions to be on Baltimore's most popular dance show - The Corny Collins Show - and lands a prime spot. Through her newfound fame, she becomes determined to help her friends and end the racial segregation that has been a staple of the show.
Our family guide
Best from age 8- 67 Audience · 2653 · 100%
Pleasantly plump teen Tracy Turnblad achieves her dream of dancing on a local TV show in 1960s Baltimore. Using her newfound fame, she champions racial integration on the show, challenging societal norms with her friends and family.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Some historical depictions of racial prejudice
- Minor flirting and romance
- Brief moments of tension and protest
What it models well
- Standing up for what’s right
- Celebrating diversity and inclusion
- Perseverance and pursuing dreams
- Self-acceptance and confidence
Talk about it after
- The history of racial segregation in America
- The importance of equality and fair treatment
- Challenging prejudice and discrimination
- Following your dreams despite obstacles
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Top billed cast
Director: Adam Shankman • Crew: Leslie Dixon
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.7/10 (2,653)
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $75,000,000
- Box office
- $90,450,008
- IMDb
- tt0427327
- Official site
- www.hairspraymovie.com
