Cry-Baby 1990
"Good girls want him bad. Bad girls want him worse."
Set in the squeaky-clean 1950s, *Cry-Baby (1990)* follows Allison Vernon-Williams, a wholesome high-school sweetheart who defies her grandmother's rigid expectations by falling for Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, a leather-jacketed rebel with a heart of rock 'n' roll.
Director: John Waters
Cast
Johnny Depp
Wade 'Cry-Baby' Walker
Amy Locane
Allison Vernon-Williams
Susan Tyrrell
Ramona Rickettes
Iggy Pop
Belvedere Rickettes
Ricki Lake
Pepper Walker
Traci Lords
Wanda Woodward
Stephen Mailer
Baldwin
Darren E. Burrows
Milton Hackett
Kim McGuire
Mona 'Hatchet-Face' Malnorowski
Polly Bergen
Mrs. Vernon-Williams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cry-Baby (1990) about?
The film follows Allison, a well-behaved teenager who risks everything to be with Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, a motorcycle-riding rebel her grandmother despises. Set in the 1950s, their forbidden romance ignites a clash between conformity and rock 'n' roll chaos, testing loyalties and sparking hilarious mayhem.
Who directed Cry-Baby?
John Waters, the legendary filmmaker behind *Pink Flamingos* and *Hairspray*, directed this 1990 cult classic. Known for his provocative style and dark humor, Waters crafts a playful yet biting satire of 1950s morality.
Who stars in Cry-Baby?
The film stars Johnny Depp as Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, with Amy Locane as Allison Vernon-Williams, Ricki Lake as Pepper Walker, and Traci Lords as Wanda Woodward. Iggy Pop and Susan Tyrrell round out the cast with scene-stealing performances.
Is Cry-Baby (1990) worth watching?
With its high-energy mix of comedy, romance, and rebellion, *Cry-Baby* is a nostalgic, feel-good romp that showcases Johnny Depp's early charisma. While not Waters' most controversial work, it's a fun, stylish throwback that rewards fans of quirky 90s cinema and rockabilly aesthetics.
How long is Cry-Baby?
The runtime for *Cry-Baby* is 85 minutes.
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About Cry-Baby (1990) — A rebellious love story with Johnny Depp's iconic bad boy
Set in the squeaky-clean 1950s, *Cry-Baby (1990)* follows Allison Vernon-Williams, a wholesome high-school sweetheart who defies her grandmother's rigid expectations by falling for Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, a leather-jacketed rebel with a heart of rock 'n' roll. Directed by the cult icon John Waters, this raucous comedy-romance blends mischief, romance, and rebellion against a backdrop of sock hops and juvenile delinquent subcultures. With its neon-lit energy and cheeky satire of mid-century morality, the film swirls around themes of defiance, first love, and the thrill of breaking the rules. Waters' signature irreverence meets Johnny Depp's magnetic early-career charisma, anchoring a story where good girls find bad boys irresistibly intoxicating—and vice versa.
The film crackles with campy charm, exaggerated characters, and a soundtrack that thrums with rockabilly and doo-wop, capturing the exuberance of youthful rebellion. Waters' visual flair and sharp wit transform a simple love story into a vibrant, subversive fantasy, where the biggest crime isn't juvenile delinquency—it's conformity. Whether you're drawn to the nostalgia, the humor, or the electric chemistry of its leads, *Cry-Baby* delivers a deliciously wicked escape into a world where being bad never felt so good.
