Car Wash
1976, English. Directed by Michael Schultz.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Snoozefest
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6.0/10 from 137 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Car Wash isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael SchultzDirector
- Ivan DixonLonnie
- DeWayne JessieLloyd
- Bill DukeDuane – Abdullah
- Franklyn AjayeTheodore Chauncy "T.C." Alcott (The Fly)
- Sully BoyarLeon "Mr. B" Barrow
- Melanie MayronMarsha
- June PointerThe Wilson Sister
- Bonnie PointerThe Wilson Sister
- Anita PointerThe Wilson Sister
- Ruth PointerThe Wilson Sister
- Lauren JonesMarleen
- Richard BrestoffIrwin Barrow
Details
- Released
- 22 October 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joel Schumacher
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Car Wash: quick answers
Is Car Wash worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 6.0/10 from 137 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Car Wash?
Car Wash runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Car Wash have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Car Wash. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Car Wash parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Car Wash is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Car Wash on?
Car Wash isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Car Wash?
If you liked Car Wash, try Cooley High, Now and Then, Nappily Ever After.
Who directed Car Wash?
Car Wash (1976) was directed by Michael Schultz and stars Ivan Dixon, DeWayne Jessie, Bill Duke.