Wig (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2019, Wig is a documentary film directed by Chris Moukarbel, running about 89 minutes. “A New York drag story” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Spotlighting the art of drag, and centered on the New York staple Wigstock, this documentary showcases the personalities and performances that inform the ways we understand queerness, art and identity today.
Who’s in it. Wig stars Kevin Aviance as Self, Naomi Smalls as Self, Lady Bunny as Self and Joey Arias, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Wig has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, WOW Presents Plus and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wig page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wig (2019)?
- In US, Wig is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, WOW Presents Plus and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wig worth watching?
- Wig holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wig?
- Wig stars Kevin Aviance, Naomi Smalls, Lady Bunny, Joey Arias and Willam Belli.
- When was Wig released?
- Wig was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.