Thinking he's competing in Los Angeles' hot Platinum Scissors contest, Scottish hairstylist Crawford leaves Glasgow with a film crew to capture the event. When he learns he's a mere audience member, Crawford must find a way to become the mane event.
The Big Tease is a 1999 American comedy film starring Craig Ferguson, directed by Kevin Allen, and written by Ferguson and Sacha Gervasi. The cast includes Frances Fisher, Mary McCormack, Chris Langham, and David Rasche. The film follows a Scottish hairdresser who comes to Hollywood to compete in an international hairdressing contest. Drew Carey, Caitlyn Jenner, David Hasselhoff, and John Paul DeJoria appear in cameo roles. The Big Tease premiered at the Chicago International Film Festival on October 15, 1999. It received a limited release in North American theaters on January 28, 2000.