The Queens (2019)

7.7/10 92 min Documentary

Overview

This documentary chronicles over two years in the heels of four of the world’s most famous drag queens including former RuPaul’s Drag Race winners Jinkx Monsoon and Sharon Needles, former All Stars champion Alaska Thunderf*ck and season 7 and All Stars 2 contestant Katya Zamolodchikova. From performing across world stages to winning (and losing) Drag Race or dealing with major tragedies, The Queens lifts the lace front, giving an insight into one of the most fascinating and quickly ascending entertainment artforms.

Cast

Alaska Thunderfuck

Self

Jinkx Monsoon

Self

Katya Zamolodchikova

Self

Sharon Needles

Self

Ginger Minj

Self

Manila Luzon

Self

Michelle Visage

Self

Jaremi Carey

Self / Phi Phi O'Hara

Violet Chachki

Self

Jiggly Caliente

Self

Bob the Drag Queen

Self

Ivy Winters

Self

RuPaul

Self

Willam Belli

Self

Trixie Mattel

Self

Thorgy Thor

Self

Becca Sweitzer

Self - Choreographer

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