Car Wash(1976)
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Car Wash 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.
Car Wash (1976) is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Michael Schultz, released on October 22, 1976 with a runtime of 1h 37m. It stars Ivan Dixon, DeWayne Jessie, Bill Duke and Franklyn Ajaye. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 133 ratings.
- Director:
- Michael Schultz
- Writers:
- Joel Schumacher
- Producers:
- Art Linson, Gary Stromberg
- Cinematographer:
- Frank Stanley
- Composer:
- Norman Whitfield
- Production:
- Universal Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Car Wash (1976) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Car Wash before you stream it.
Car Wash Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Car Wash.
Official Trailer
Trailer
Clip 2: Get Clean
Clip
Clip 1: Car Wash (Song)
Clip
The 'Car Wash' Cast and Crew Revisits the Iconic Film!
Featurette
Bonus Clip: Otis Day On His Character Lloyd
Featurette
Car Wash Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ivan Dixon
as Lonnie
DeWayne Jessie
as Lloyd
Bill Duke
as Duane – Abdullah
Franklyn Ajaye
as Theodore Chauncy "T.C." Alcott (The Fly)
Sully Boyar
as Leon "Mr. B" Barrow
Melanie Mayron
as Marsha
June Pointer
as The Wilson Sister
Bonnie Pointer
as The Wilson Sister
Anita Pointer
as The Wilson Sister
Ruth Pointer
as The Wilson Sister
Lauren Jones
as Marleen
Richard Brestoff
as Irwin Barrow
Key crew
Directed by Michael Schultz, written by Joel Schumacher, produced by Art Linson and Gary Stromberg.
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Car Wash Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 133 ratings.
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Car Wash – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Car Wash online?
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Car Wash (1976) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Car Wash?
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The main cast of Car Wash (1976) includes Ivan Dixon, DeWayne Jessie, Bill Duke, Franklyn Ajaye and Sully Boyar. The film was directed by Michael Schultz. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Car Wash released?
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Car Wash was released on October 22, 1976 and runs for 1h 37m.
Is Car Wash worth watching?
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Car Wash (1976) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 133 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Car Wash?
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Yes. The official Car Wash trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.