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88 minPGdocumentaryWorth an evening
5.6/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB
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Synopsis

After seven years of auditioning, Ed Popil is cast on Season 7 of RuPaul's Drag Race, leaving his telemarketing job to pursue a career in drag.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Ed Popil, aka Mrs. Kasha Davis, a drag queen from Rochester.
  • See the impact of reality TV on queer performance culture.
  • Follow Ed's struggles with ageism and alcoholism in the industry.

Did You Know

  • Ed Popil sent audition tapes for 7 years before being cast on Drag Race.
  • The film premiered at the 2021 Slamdance Film Festival.
  • Workhorse Queen has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Ed created Imagination Station to be a queer role model for kids.
  • The film received the Jury Prize for Best Documentary Feature at the Buffalo International Film Festival.

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RuPaul's Drag Race fansLGBTQ+ representationDocumentary enthusiasts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Workhorse Queen?

Workhorse Queen was directed by Angela Washko.

When was Workhorse Queen released on video on demand?

Workhorse Queen was released on video on demand and DVD on May 3, 2022.

What is the main character's drag queen alter ego in Workhorse Queen?

The main character's drag queen alter ego is Mrs. Kasha Davis.

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