•   Fantasy, Comedy, Animated, LGBTQ+, Campy, Cult Classic
  •   ~90 min
  •   Not Rated. Suitable for drag fans of any age or persuasion!

Release You Inner Shero!

A magical wig turns a shy barista into Maxxie LaWow, a drag queen superhero who must stop the ambitious drag villain Dyna Bolical in a campy, feel-good animated musical.

"Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-shero" is an award-winning bright, campy animated musical with strong appeal to fans of RuPaul’s Drag Race of any age or persuasion. Playful and upbeat, it blends drag culture, superheroes, and music into a feel-good, shareable viewing experience. First animated film about a drag queen superhero.

 
Awards Laurels

Best Animation

East London LGBTQ+ Film Festival

Awards Laurels

Impact award

Washington DC Independent Film Festival

Awards Laurels

Best Animation

San Francisco Independent Film Festival

Awards Laurels

Director's Choice

Cinema Diverse
Palm Springs, CA

Awards Laurels

Festival Favorite

Cinema Diverse
Palm Springs, CA

 

Upcoming Screenings & Special Events

Promo poster featuring Maxxie in a comicbook style superhero pose with screening info
Promo poster featuring a close up from over the right shoulder of a female magician with a lizard sidekick

FREE Screenings at the Positive Exposure Gallery in NYC!

TWO film screenings: 1:00 pm tea and panel discussion • 6:00 pm with donuts

"Heroes Within" is a new and affirming exhibit of unique superheroes created by LGBTQ+ youth and designed by Queer and ally artists from around the world. Explore this uplifting exhibit, join the discussion, and connect with this beautiful community for not one but TWO screenings of "Maxxie LaWow"!

An inclusive group of kids, teens, and young adults have come together for a powerful social emotional art experience that centers their voices, celebrates their strengths, and fosters healing through art.

Through personal interviews, participants shared their stories and hopes for making a positive impact on the world. Artists then transformed them into their heroic alter egos — bold visual portraits that reflect each one’s identity, courage, and creativity. The screenings and other events are free and open to the community. RSVPs requested.

Take your pick of two "Maxxie LaWow" screenings:
1:00 pm Eastern: Enjoy afternoon tea and snacks at the matinee screening. A panel discussion will follow.
6:00 pm Eastern: Divas, Donuts and Doom in the LaWow Lounge!

Rated "F" for Fabulous. Suitable for drag fans of ALL ages and persuasions. Feel free to bring your extended family, friends, neighbors and coworkers!

Screening Details:
• Friday, June 26
• Two Screenings: 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm
• Positive Exposure Gallery - 83 Maiden Lane, New York, NY [Google Map]
• Dress code: Come dressed as you are... But a bit of sparkle is encouraged!

Learn More:
Heroes Within: An Art + Storytelling Project featuring LGBTQ+ Youth and a global league of extraordinary artists

Music From the Motion Picture +
Dance EPs & Music Videos

"Official Soundtrack: Music From the Motion Picture"

Bursting with glam-pop energy and cinematic emotion, the Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-shero soundtrack combines four original songs with a lush orchestral score performed by a live symphony orchestra — an ambitious and increasingly rare achievement for an indie animated feature.

The soundtrack features dynamic vocals from Grammy-nominated artist Angie Fisher, whose performances bring heart, soul, and power to the film’s original music.

Paired with sweeping orchestral compositions filled with fantasy, adventure, and emotional depth, the album creates a rich listening experience that stands beautifully on its own while capturing the joyful spirit of the film.

MUSIC:   SpotifyApple MusicYouTube MusicAmazon MusicMore Music Services...

MUSIC VIDEOS - POP SONGS:   Bye Girl ByeReign DownSheroExcuse Me Miss

MUSIC VIDEOS - INSTRUMENTALS   TuckertownJersey DunesShowdownI'm a Star

"Bye Girl Bye" EP

Get ready to sashay into summer with "Bye Girl Bye," the fierce, high-energy debut single from the animated feature film, "Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-shero!"

Featuring powerhouse vocals by Grammy-nominated diva Angie Fisher, this anthem goes deep -- and stays stuck in your head for days.

The EP is stacked with remixes by a who’s who of dance music royalty:
✨ DJ Tracy Young
✨ Jace M & Toy Armada
✨ Until Dawn
✨ Division 4 & Matt Consola
✨ Dirty Disco

💃 With beats this infectious, your heels won’t hit the brakes.

MUSIC: SpotifyApple MusicYouTube MusicBeatportMore Music Services...

"Shero" EP

"Shero" is a shimmering dance-pop anthem about transformation, self-discovery, and the magic that happens when you finally embrace who you truly are.

The song captures the emotional heart of the film’s journey — the idea that every person carries a hidden light within them, waiting to be unleashed. With soaring vocals by Grammy-nominated artist Angie Fisher, "Shero" blends empowerment, vulnerability, and joy into an uplifting anthem about becoming your own hero.

The "Shero" dance EP expands that spirit into a dazzling musical experience filled with euphoric energy, emotional release, and pure dancefloor magic.

Featuring remixes from celebrated producers including Dirty Disco, Division 4 & Matt Consola, and Rafael M, the EP transforms the song into multiple vibrant journeys — from soaring piano house and glittering club beats to deeper late-night grooves.

At its core, “Shero” is more than a dance track — it’s a celebration of authenticity, courage, and the beautiful power of loving yourself enough to shine.

Taking the anthem into the club stratosphere, the EP features remixes by:
✨ Ralph M
✨ Division 4 & Matt Consola
✨ Dirty Disco

MUSIC: SpotifyApple MusicYouTube MusicBeatportMore Music Services...

Swishcraft Pride 2025 Compilation Album

"From Pride Comes Power!"

The 10th Swishcraft Pride Compilation is entitled “FROM PRIDE COMES POWER!” Now more than ever, the LGBTQAI+ community needs to be Out, Proud, and ready to circle the wagons and protect our own.

This year's 12-track compilation is full of hit original tracks like Heather Small’s "Proud" and Cactushead’s "Save Your Soul," as well as timely covers of heartfelt classics including Sylvester’s "Do You Wanna Funk," Starship’s "Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us," Prince’s "D.M.S.R," and two Gloria Gaynor classics, "How High The Moon" and "Never Can Say Goodbye."

And we couldn't be more excited to include "Bye Girl Bye" from the first ever globally-released LGBTQ+ drag animated film, "Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero," whose singles and soundtrack are currently released on Swishcraft Music.

MUSIC: SpotifyApple MusicYouTube MusicBeatportMore Music Services...

Principal Cast

Grant Hodges Simon/Maxxie LaWow

Simon: Shy 21 yo barista. Not terribly confident. Doesn’t know what he wants to do with his life.

Maxxie LaWow: Confident, brash, sexy drag queen. Commands the stage at all times. Slays lip syncs. Kills on the runway. But not literally bcuz: shero.

Erika Ishii Jae

Childhood #bff with Simon. Daughter of Korean immigrants. Goes to community college, works part time at the cafe.

Is starting to explore the dating scene and has broad interests…

Definitely has a thing for unicorns.

Terren Wooten Clarke Dyna Bolical

Dyna Bolical lives in the creepy old rundown family mansion on the edge of town. Her family used to be wealthy. Now, she’s struggling to get by as a drag entertainer and plots schemes to regain her family fortune.

Supporting Cast

Laraine Newman Claire

An older woman with a healthy libido: 110% cougar! Character is in her "Sexy 60s."

Michael-Leon Wooley Mama Mumu

Mama Mumu (she/her, they/them) owns The Skirt & Girdle nightclub & cabaret. They used to be a drag entertainer, still does it sometimes, and they act as a mentor to young drag queens.

Michelle C. Bonilla Valentina

Valentina used to be in tech, and now she’s living her dream as the owner of the Pink Unicorn Cafe. She’s a no nonsense woman who often acts as a mother figure to her young employees. She is a fierce LGBTQ+ ally.

Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman Calvin

Calvin is a manager at a shop near the Pink Unicorn Cafe and swings by most days for a Glitter Latte. He’s handsome, dresses well, and was only a couple years ahead of Simon and Jae in school.

Will Simon ever get up the courage to ask Calvin out??

Avi Roque Igor

Igor is Dyna Bolical’s long suffering personal assistant / costume designer / lead chemist / lover.

JJ Hawkins Jack Elation

Jack (he/him) is a suave representative of a mysterious government agency. Typically sports dapper suits. He takes an interest in Maxxie’s potentially supernatural origins...

Jack was a drag king at the Skirt & Girdle when he was younger.

In this film, Jack a secondary character. We have plans for interesting storylines with Jack in future productions.

Jinkx Monsoon Betty

This character appears in the fictional movie snippet. She and Babs are frenemies sharing a tragic personal secret, and immediately engage in oneupsmanship with each other.

BenDeLaCreme Babs

This character appears in the fictional movie snippet. She and Betty are frenemies sharing a tragic personal secret, and immediately engage in oneupsmanship with each other.

Monét X Change Amaretto Sour

One of Dyna Bolical’s victims. Amaretto Sour was all set to headline open mic night at the Pink Unicorn Cafe when tragedy strikes!

Rosé Legendary Queen / Cop

One of Dyna Bolical’s victims. Legendary Queen is a legend in the local Tuckerton drag scene. She practically gave it birth!

Rosé also brings her signature Scottish accent to a police officer character that'll leave the audience in stitches.

Heidi N Closet Old Skool Queen / Pat

One of Dyna Bolical’s victims.

As Pat, news reporter on the scene, Heidi whistles, er, tells it like it is!

Angie Fisher Vocalist

Angie Fisher is a Grammy-nominated vocalist and radio personality. Angie sings 4 incredible original songs in the film representing an in-world pop singer, a là Lady Gaga or Beyoncé.

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