Hairspray (2007)
English romantic comedy film directed by Adam Shankman
Film facts
- Runtime
- 1h 57m 117 min
- Released
- 20 July 2007
- Language
- English
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
Hairspray has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 min). The English film released on 20 July 2007. It is directed by Adam Shankman and stars Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Adam Shankman
- Cast
- Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes, James Marsden, Queen Latifah, Brittany Snow, Zac Efron, Elijah Kelley, Allison Janney, Jerry Stiller
- Cinematography
- Bojan Bazelli
- Editing
- Michael Tronick
- Music
- Marc Shaiman
- Written by
- Thomas Meehan, Leslie Dixon
- Produced by
- Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Robert Shaye, Marc Shaiman
- Production
- Ingenious Media
- Distribution
- New Line Cinema, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Box office
- $202.5 million
- Based on
- Hairspray
- Set in
- Baltimore
- Filmed in
- Toronto, Hamilton
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 20 July 2007
- First shown
- 10 July 2007 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Hairspray?
Hairspray has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes, or 117 min.
When did Hairspray release?
Hairspray released on 20 July 2007.
Who directed Hairspray?
Hairspray is directed by Adam Shankman.
Who is in the cast of Hairspray?
The cast of Hairspray includes Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes and James Marsden.
Where can I watch Hairspray online?
Hairspray streams on Netflix.
How much did Hairspray earn at the box office?
Hairspray grossed $202.5 million.
Is Hairspray based on a true story or a book?
Hairspray is based on Hairspray.
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