Movie

The Roots of 'Hairspray'

2007

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Good to know

Director: Jeffrey Schwarz
Release date: 2007-11-20
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Roots of 'Hairspray'

The Roots of 'Hairspray' is a 2007 movie, directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, starring Mary Lou Barber, Buddy Deane and Divine. Below you can see where to watch The Roots of 'Hairspray' in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Documentary tracing the history of Hairspray from screen to stage and back to the screen. Featuring interviews with John Waters, Ricki Lake, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and more. Produced for the “Hairspray” DVD.

Cast

Mary Lou Barber

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Buddy Deane

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Divine

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Mark Kaufman

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Ricki Lake

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Nathan Lane

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William Ivey Long

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Edward Love

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Michael Lynne

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Thomas Meehan

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Pat Moran

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Mark O'Donnell

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Roots of 'Hairspray' in Canada?+

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The Roots of 'Hairspray' is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

Who stars in The Roots of 'Hairspray'?+

The Roots of 'Hairspray' stars Mary Lou Barber, Buddy Deane, Divine, Mark Kaufman and Ricki Lake.

When did The Roots of 'Hairspray' come out?+

The Roots of 'Hairspray' is a 2007 movie directed by Jeffrey Schwarz.

Who directed The Roots of 'Hairspray'?+

The Roots of 'Hairspray' was directed by Jeffrey Schwarz.