Movie
“The world was in a mess... but their hair was perfect!!”
6.8/10
1988
1h 32m
en
Comedy
Music
Romance
Overview
'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.
Director
John Waters
Writers
John Waters
Movie Information
Release Date
February 26, 1988
Runtime
1h 32m
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Vote Count
436
Production
