Miss Representation (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 7.1

Miss Representation poster

Released in 2011, Miss Representation is a documentary film directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, running about 85 minutes. “You can't be what you can't see.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The film MISS REPRESENTATION exposes how American youth are being sold the concept that women and girls’ value lies in their youth, beauty and sexuality. Explores the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America, and challenges the media's limited portrayal of what it means to be a powerful woman. It’s time to break that cycle of mistruths.

Who’s in it. Miss Representation stars Cory Booker as Self, Margaret Cho as Self, Katie Couric as Self and Candy Crowley as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Miss Representation has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Miss Representation page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Miss Representation (2011)?
In GB, Miss Representation is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Miss Representation worth watching?
Miss Representation holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Miss Representation?
Miss Representation stars Cory Booker, Margaret Cho, Katie Couric, Candy Crowley and Geena Davis.
When was Miss Representation released?
Miss Representation was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.