Movie

Sparkle

“From downtown to uptown”

★ 7.5(23)19761h 38m

Sparkle is streaming on Philo in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 22 June 2026.

Where to watch Sparkle

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Good to know

Director: Sam O'Steen
Release date: 1976-04-07
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Robert Stigwood Organization

Sparkle — trailer

About Sparkle

Sparkle is a 1976 movie in the Drama and Music genres, directed by Sam O'Steen, starring Philip Michael Thomas, Irene Cara and Lonette McKee. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 23 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sparkle in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Three sisters start out singing in their church choir in Harlem in the late 1950s and become a successful girl group in the 1960s.

Cast

Philip Michael Thomas

Stix

Irene Cara

Sparkle

Lonette McKee

Sister

Dwan Smith

Delores

Mary Alice

Effie

Dorian Harewood

Levi

Tony King

Satin

Beatrice Winde

Mrs. Waters

Paul Lambert

Moe Gerber

Joyce Easton

Lee Gerber

DeWayne Jessie

Ham

Norma Miller

Doreen Baker

Themes & keywords

motownsingerdrugsgirl groupharlem, new york cityrise to fame

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sparkle in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Sparkle on Philo. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Sparkle on Netflix?+

Sparkle is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Philo.

How long is Sparkle?+

Sparkle has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Sparkle?+

Sparkle stars Philip Michael Thomas, Irene Cara, Lonette McKee, Dwan Smith and Mary Alice.

When did Sparkle come out?+

Sparkle is a 1976 movie directed by Sam O'Steen.

What genre is Sparkle?+

Sparkle is Drama and Music film.

Who directed Sparkle?+

Sparkle was directed by Sam O'Steen.