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Sparkle · LeviOsa

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2012·PG-13

Celebrate the legend

MusicDramaRomance1h 56m

🍅57%

🍅

57%

Tomatometer

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46%

Popcornmeter

6.3

TMDB

Storyline

Musical prodigy, Sparkle struggles to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. From an affluent Detroit area and daughter to a single mother, she tries to balance a new romance with music manager Stix while dealing with the unexpected challenges her new life will bring as she and her two sisters strive to become a dynamic singing group during the Motown-era.

Trailers

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Official Trailer

Details

DirectorSalim Akil

ReleasedAug 17, 2012

StatusReleased

Original languageEnglish

Budget

$14M

Revenue

$24.6M

Parental guidePG-13US

Studios

Akil Productions

Stage 6 Films

Phoenix Pictures

TriStar Pictures

Cast

Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks

Sparkle

Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston

Emma

Derek Luke

Derek Luke

Stix

Mike Epps

Mike Epps

Satin

Carmen Ejogo

Carmen Ejogo

Sister

Tika Sumpter

Tika Sumpter

Delores

Omari Hardwick

Omari Hardwick

Levi

Cee Lo Green

Cee Lo Green

Black

Curtis Armstrong

Curtis Armstrong

Larry

Terrence J

Terrence J

Red

Tamela Mann

Tamela Mann

Ms. Sara Waters

Michael Beach

Michael Beach

Rev. Bryce

Where to watch(NG)

Stream

Hulu

Starz Apple TV channel

Rent / Buy

Amazon Video

Apple TV Store

Google Play Movies

YouTube

Fandango At Home

Reviews

8 reviews · 7 critics

4 fresh · 3 rotten

Critics consensus

“While undeniably melodramatic and old-fashioned, Sparkle transcends its formulaic trappings thanks to Salim Akil's empathetic direction and strong performances from a committed cast.”

57% TomatometerRotten Tomatoes

C

Candice Frederick

RTReel Talk OnlineSep 8, 2017

It proves that there are still wonderful roles for women--of any color--to make their own and of which one day can look back on and be proud.

D

Derek Malcolm

RTLondon Evening StandardOct 5, 2012

No one could make a case for this being other than fairly ordinary, but it is at least enjoyable.

J

James White

RTEmpire MagazineOct 1, 2012

Some sparkle and plenty of motion.

S

Starrene Rhett Rocque

RTJet MagazineJan 16, 2024

Overall, the Akils’ take on this classic film strikes a fine balance between drama and depth. Both fans of the original movie and new viewers should enjoy this solid effort.

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Information

Title

Sparkle

Released

Aug 17, 2012

Rated

PG-13

Region of Origin

United States of America

Original Audio

English

Runtime

1h 56m

Status

Released

Studios

Akil Productions, Stage 6 Films

Ruth & Boaz