A Baltimore teenager who picks up a second-hand camera starts snapping his way to stardom, soon turning into a nationwide sensation, with a fateful choice between his life and his art.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorJohn Waters

WriterJohn Waters

CinematographerRobert M. Stevens

ComposerStewart Copeland

EditorJanice Hampton

Producer

Mark A. Baker, Mark Tarlov, John Fiedler

Cast

Edward Furlongas Pecker

Christina Riccias Shelley

Bess Armstrongas Dr. Klompus

Mark Joyas Jimmy

Mary Kay Placeas Joyce

Martha Plimptonas Tina

Brendan Sexton IIIas Matt

Mink Stoleas Precinct Captain

Lili Tayloras Rorey Wheeler

Patricia Hearstas Lynn Wentworth

Jean Schertleras Memama

Lauren Hulseyas Little Chrissy

Mo Fischeras T-Bone

Donald Nealas Mr. Bozak

Carolyn Stayeras Miss Betty

Jack Websteras Outsider Al

Alan J. Wendlas Mr. Nellbox

Judith Knight Youngas "Fat & Furious" Lady

Anthony Rogeras Death Row Dave

Billy Tolzmanas Seaford Sam

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Multiple Maniacs1970

Both directed by John Waters

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Pecker (1998) | Criteria