Car Wash
“Where anything can happen...and usually does!”
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.
Where to watch Car Wash in United States
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Where is Car Wash streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, LaCinetek, Sooner |
About Car Wash
Car Wash is a 1976 English-language comedy, drama and romance film directed by Michael Schultz. The cast is led by Ivan Dixon, DeWayne Jessie, Bill Duke. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Car Wash was produced by Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on October 22, 1976, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Michael Schultz
- Writers
- Joel Schumacher
- Release date
- October 22, 1976
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal Pictures
Car Wash cast & crew
Car Wash was directed by Michael Schultz and written by Joel Schumacher.
The cast features 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, and Melanie Mayron as Marsha.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Norman Whitfield, cinematography is by Frank Stanley, and it was produced by Art Linson and Gary Stromberg.
Is Car Wash worth watching?
Car Wash holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 130 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, drama, and romance, Car Wash is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Car Wash
Car Wash isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Car Wash
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
Car Wash — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Car Wash in United States?
Car Wash is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Car Wash in?
Car Wash is originally in English, with audio tracks including Spanish, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Car Wash?
Car Wash runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Car Wash rated?
Car Wash is rated PG. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 130 ratings.
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