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The Prom (2020)

โ€œEveryone deserves a chance to celebrate.โ€

6.1/10 ยท 716 votes 2h 11m pg-13 ComedyRomance

#184 of 234 films from 2020 #2110 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Ryan Murphy ยท Written by Bob Martin, Jack Viertel, Chad Beguelin

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Overview

After the PTA of a conservative high school in Indiana bans same-sex couples from attending the annual prom, a gang of flamboyant Broadway stars try to boost their image by showing up to support two lesbian students.

Cast

Meryl Streepas Dee Dee Allen
James Cordenas Barry Glickman
Nicole Kidmanas Angie Dickinson
Kerry Washingtonas Mrs. Greene
Keegan-Michael Keyas Principal Hawkins
Andrew Rannellsas Trent Oliver
Ariana DeBoseas Alyssa Greene
Jo Ellen Pellmanas Emma Nolan
Tracey Ullmanas Vera
Kevin Chamberlinas Sheldon
Mary Kay Placeas Grandma Bea
Logan Rileyas Kayley
Sofia Deleras Shelby
Nico Greethamas Nick

Facts

Release dateDecember 2, 2020
Runtime131 min (2h 11m) โ€” longer as the 2020 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Box office$187,432
IMDbtt10161886

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Questions

How long is The Prom?
The Prom runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Is The Prom worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 716 votes, which places it #184 of 234 films released in 2020 in this index (top 22%) and #2110 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Prom?
The Prom was directed by Ryan Murphy. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Normal Heart (2014), Eat Pray Love (2010).
Who stars in The Prom?
Meryl Streep as Dee Dee Allen; James Corden as Barry Glickman; Nicole Kidman as Angie Dickinson; Kerry Washington as Mrs. Greene; Keegan-Michael Key as Principal Hawkins; Andrew Rannells as Trent Oliver.
What is The Prom rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Prom?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/963.

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