1991 · movie · R · 1h 18m
Paris Is Burning
Having a ball… Wish you were here
Is Paris Is Burning on Netflix?
No. Paris Is Burning (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City's African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene. Made over seven years, PARIS IS BURNING offers an intimate portrait of rival fashion "houses," from fierce contests for trophies to house mothers offering sustenance in a world rampant with homophobia, transphobia, racism, AIDS, and poverty. Featuring legendary voguers, drag queens, and trans women — including Willi Ninja, Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, and Venus Xtravaganza.
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How we got to 72.4
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| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.0/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 22 | none |
Paris Is Burning: common questions
Is Paris Is Burning on Netflix?
No. Paris Is Burning (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Paris Is Burning?
Paris Is Burning (1991) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Paris Is Burning worth watching?
It scores 72.4/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Paris Is Burning?
Paris Is Burning runs 1h 18m (78 minutes).
What is Paris Is Burning rated?
Paris Is Burning is rated R in the US.
Who is in Paris Is Burning?
Paris Is Burning stars Pepper LaBeija, Octavia St. Laurent, Venus Xtravaganza, Dorian Corey.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.