Sparkle
Celebrate the legend
Genres
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$14000000
Revenue
$24637469
Runtime
116 min
Release Date
2012-08-17
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
119
Vote Average
6.2
Jordin Sparks
Sparkle
Whitney Houston
Emma
Derek Luke
Stix
Mike Epps
Satin
Carmen Ejogo
Sister
Tika Sumpter
Delores
Omari Hardwick
Levi
Cee Lo Green
Black
Curtis Armstrong
Larry
Terrence J
Red
Tamela Mann
Ms. Sara Waters
Michael Beach
Rev. Bryce
Brely Evans
Tune Ann
Linda Boston
Sister Clora
Sidi Henderson
Mr. Bell
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