Car Wash
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Synopsis
This day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher, a wacky cab driver and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a constant soundtrack of disco and funk. Some of the workers find romance as the day moves along, but most are just happy to get through another shift.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2017-06-27
Top Cast
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Ivan Dixon
Lonnie
DeWayne Jessie
Lloyd
Bill Duke
Duane – Abdullah
Franklyn Ajaye
Theodore Chauncy "T.C." Alcott (The Fly)
Sully Boyar
Leon "Mr. B" Barrow
Melanie Mayron
Marsha
June Pointer
The Wilson Sister
Bonnie Pointer
The Wilson Sister
Anita Pointer
The Wilson Sister
Ruth Pointer
The Wilson Sister
Lauren Jones
Marleen
Richard Brestoff
Irwin Barrow
Tracy Reed
Mona
Antonio Fargas
Lindy
James Spinks
Hippo
Clarence Muse
Snapper
Darrow Igus
Floyd
Leon Pinkney
Justin
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Schultz
- Screenplay & Story
- Joel Schumacher
- Original Score
- Norman Whitfield
- Original Title
- Car Wash
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Schultz
Joel Schumacher
Norman Whitfield
Frank Stanley
Christopher Holmes
Gary Stromberg, Art Linson
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Schultz
Director
Joel Schumacher
Writer
Gary Stromberg
Producer
Daniel Paredes
Costume Design
Norman Whitfield
Original Music Composer
Art Linson
Producer
Frank Stanley
Director of Photography
Christopher Holmes
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Car Wash
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Car Wash about?
This day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher, a wacky cab driver and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a constant soundtrack of disco and funk. Some of the workers find romance as the day moves along, but most are just happy to get through another shift.
Who directed Car Wash?
Car Wash was directed by Michael Schultz.
Who stars in Car Wash?
The principal cast of Car Wash includes Ivan Dixon, DeWayne Jessie, Bill Duke, Franklyn Ajaye, Sully Boyar.
When was Car Wash released and how long is it?
Car Wash was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Car Wash?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Car Wash was composed by Norman Whitfield.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Car Wash?
Car Wash holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).