Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story
1987, English. Directed by Todd Haynes.
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The final 17 years of American singer and musician Karen Carpenter, performed almost entirely by modified Barbie dolls.
- Runtime
- 0h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Todd HaynesDirector
- Merrill GruverKaren (voice)
- Michael EdwardsRichard (voice)
- Melissa BrownMother (voice)
- Rob LaBelleDad / Mr. A&M (voice)
- Cynthia SchneiderDionne Warwick (voice)
- Todd HaynesTodd Donovan
- Bruce TuthillNarrator (voice)
- Gwen KrausNarrator (voice)
- Nannie DoyleCherry Boone
- Larry KoleAnnouncer
- Joanne BarrettSelf-Singer
- Michele ManentiMichelle Hoyt, Musician
Details
- Released
- 15 July 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Todd Haynes, Cynthia Schneider
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Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story: quick answers
Is Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story?
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story runs 43 minutes (0h 43m).
Does Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story on?
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 July 1987. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story?
If you liked Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story, try The Tales of Hoffmann, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Beyond the Sea.
Who directed Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story?
Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story (1987) was directed by Todd Haynes and stars Merrill Gruver, Michael Edwards, Melissa Brown.