TV Shows - Marc Shaiman
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on June 28, 2025. Marc Shaiman has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#139South Park1 episode • #139 most popular showSouth Park is an American television sitcom broadcast by Comedy Central. The series uses satire and comedy to revolve around the adventures of four boys, Stan, Kyle, Eric, and Kenny, in the titular mountain town of South Park, Colorado. The show is lauded for its criticism of popular culture and insightful commentary on a wide array of societal issues.
Movies - Marc Shaiman
Sorted by online popularity. Marc Shaiman has appeared in 9 movies with data.
#1,182The Addams Familyas Conductor • #1,182 most popular movieThe Addams Family is a 1991 American supernatural black comedy film based on characters from the popular cartoon and television series. The story follows a peculiar and eccentric family who reunite with a man claiming to be a long-lost relative, leading to sinister suspicions.
#1,287Hairsprayas Talent Agent • #1,287 most popular movieHairspray is a 2007 musical romantic comedy film based on the 2002 Broadway musical of the same name. It follows the story of Tracy Turnblad, a teenager who auditions for a popular dance show and uses her newfound fame to challenge racial segregation.
#2,112Hot Shots!as Piano Player • #2,112 most popular movieHot Shots! is a 1991 American comedy film by Jim Abrahams, known for Airplane!, starring Charlie Sheen and Valeria Golino. The parody of Top Gun follows fighter pilot Topper Harley on a mission to clear his family name, joined by a cast including Lloyd Bridges and Cary Elwes.
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#3,340Broadcast Newsas News Theme Writer • #3,340 most popular movieBroadcast News is a 1987 American romantic comedy-drama film that follows the story of a driven television news producer, her charming yet inexperienced rival, and a talented but less charismatic reporter.
#4,210Heart and Soulsas Piano Accompanist • #4,210 most popular movie
#4,716Down with Loveas Pianist • #4,716 most popular movieDown with Love is a 2003 American romantic comedy film directed by Peyton Reed. It stars Renée Zellweger and Ewan McGregor and is a pastiche of early-1960s American 'no-sex sex comedies'.
#6,086Mr. Saturday Nightas Lucky Zindberg • #6,086 most popular movie
#6,934Scenes from a Mallas Pianist • #6,934 most popular movieScenes from a Mall is a 1991 American comedy film directed by Paul Mazursky, featuring a married couple who face unexpected revelations on their 16th wedding anniversary.
Marc Shaiman Biography
Marc Shaiman (born October 22, 1959) is an American composer and lyricist known for his work in films, television, and theatre. He has collaborated with lyricist and director Scott Wittman and director Rob Reiner on several projects. Shaiman has received numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award. He has been nominated for seven Academy Awards. Shaiman began his career as a writer on Saturday Night Live from 1984 to 1987, and then went on to compose music for several notable films, such as When Harry Met Sally... (1989), Misery (1990), Hairspray (2007), and Mary Poppins Returns (2018). He also composed the music and co-wrote the lyrics for the Broadway musical Hairspray (2003).
