TV Shows - Marc Shaiman
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on July 15, 2025. Marc Shaiman has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#51South Park1 episode • #51 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.
#1,322The Addams Familyas Conductor • #1,322 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.
#1,551Hairsprayas Talent Agent • #1,551 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.
#2,700Hot Shots!as Piano Player • #2,700 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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#3,450Broadcast Newsas News Theme Writer • #3,450 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.
#4,669Down with Loveas Pianist • #4,669 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'.
#4,933Heart and Soulsas Piano Accompanist • #4,933 most popular movie
#5,803Mr. Saturday Nightas Lucky Zindberg • #5,803 most popular movie
#7,159Scenes from a Mallas Pianist • #7,159 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).
