Good Hair
An exposé of comic proportions that only Chris Rock could pull off, GOOD HAIR visits beauty salons and hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories and Indian temples to explore the way hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and self-esteem of the black community.
Where to watch Good Hair in United States
Kanopy
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Good Hair there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Good Hair streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Rakuten TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Beamafilm | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
About Good Hair
Good Hair is a 2009 English-language documentary and comedy film directed by Jeff Stilson. The cast is led by Maya Angelou, Chris Rock, Nia Long. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
Good Hair was produced by Chris Rock Entertainment and HBO Films and made in United States of America. It was released on October 9, 2009, and carries a PG-13 certification.
- Director
- Jeff Stilson
- Writers
- Lance Crouther, Chris Rock, Jeff Stilson
- Release date
- October 9, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Chris Rock Entertainment, HBO Films
Good Hair cast & crew
Good Hair was directed by Jeff Stilson and written by Lance Crouther, Chris Rock, and Jeff Stilson.
The cast features Maya Angelou as Self, Chris Rock as Self, Nia Long as Self, Vanessa Bell Calloway as Self, Ice-T as Self, and Tanya Crumel as Self - Hair Battle Contestant.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marcus Miller, cinematography is by Cliff Charles, and it was produced by Chris Rock and Kevin O'Donnell.
Is Good Hair worth watching?
Good Hair holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 105 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary and comedy, Good Hair is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Good Hair
In United States, you can stream Good Hair on Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Good Hair
Maya Angelou
Self
Chris Rock
Self
Nia Long
Self
Vanessa Bell Calloway
Self
Ice-T
Self
Tanya Crumel
Self - Hair Battle Contestant
Kevin Kirk
Self - Hair Battle Contestant
Derek J
Self - Hair Battle Contestant
Freddie J
Self - Hair Battle Contestant
Jason Griggers
Self - Hair Battle Contestant
A'Lelia Bundles
Self
Marvet Britto
Self
Good Hair — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Good Hair in United States?
Good Hair is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Good Hair on Kanopy?
Yes — Good Hair is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Good Hair in?
Good Hair is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Good Hair?
Good Hair runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Good Hair rated?
Good Hair is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 105 ratings.
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