Movie

Sparkle

“Celebrate the legend”

★ 6.2(124)20121h 56m

Sparkle is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video in Italy. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch Sparkle

🇮🇹 Italy

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Good to know

Director: Salim Akil
Release date: 2012-08-17
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: French
Box office: $24,637,469
Budget: $14,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Akil Productions

About Sparkle

Sparkle is a 2012 movie in the Music, Drama and Romance genres, directed by Salim Akil, starring Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston and Derek Luke. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 124 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sparkle in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Musical prodigy, Sparkle struggles to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. From an affluent Detroit area and daughter to a single mother, she tries to balance a new romance with music manager Stix while dealing with the unexpected challenges her new life will bring as she and her two sisters strive to become a dynamic singing group during the Motown-era.

Cast

Jordin Sparks

Sparkle

Whitney Houston

Emma

Derek Luke

Stix

Mike Epps

Satin

Carmen Ejogo

Sister

Tika Sumpter

Delores

Omari Hardwick

Levi

Cee Lo Green

Black

Curtis Armstrong

Larry

Terrence J

Red

Tamela Mann

Ms. Sara Waters

Michael Beach

Rev. Bryce

Themes & keywords

new york citymotownduringcreditsstingergirl grouprise to famewomen of color

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sparkle in Italy?+

In Italy, Sparkle is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Sparkle on Netflix?+

Sparkle is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is Sparkle?+

Sparkle has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in Sparkle?+

Sparkle stars Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston, Derek Luke, Mike Epps and Carmen Ejogo.

When did Sparkle come out?+

Sparkle is a 2012 movie directed by Salim Akil.

What genre is Sparkle?+

Sparkle is Music, Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Sparkle?+

Sparkle was directed by Salim Akil.