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Take the Lead (2006)

โ€œNever Followโ€

6.9/10 ยท 761 votes 1h 58m pg-13 ComedyDramaMusic

#70 of 217 films from 2006 #953 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Liz Friedlander ยท Written by Dianne Houston

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Overview

A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance. Based on the story of ballroom dancer, Pierre Dulane.

Cast

Antonio Banderasas Pierre Dulaine
Rob Brownas Rock
Yaya DaCostaas LaRhette
Alfre Woodardas Augustine James
John Ortizas Mr. Temple
Laura Benantias Tina
Katya Virshilasas Morgan
Jenna Dewanas Sasha
Jasika Nicoleas Egypt
Jo Chimas Gretchen
Dante Bascoas Ramos
Elijah Kelleyas Danjou
Marcus T. Paulkas Eddie
Lauren Collinsas Caitlin

Facts

Release dateMarch 17, 2006
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) โ€” longer as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$65,742,992 (2.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0446046

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Questions

How long is Take the Lead?
Take the Lead runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Take the Lead worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 761 votes, which places it #70 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 68%) and #953 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Take the Lead?
Take the Lead was directed by Liz Friedlander.
Who stars in Take the Lead?
Antonio Banderas as Pierre Dulaine; Rob Brown as Rock; Yaya DaCosta as LaRhette; Alfre Woodard as Augustine James; John Ortiz as Mr. Temple; Laura Benanti as Tina.
What is Take the Lead rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Take the Lead?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17698.

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