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High School Musical (2006)

โ€œExperience the laughter. The magic. The music.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 4,857 votes 1h 38m g ComedyTv-movieRomanceDramaFamilyMusic

#125 of 217 films from 2006 #1630 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Kenny Ortega ยท Written by Peter Barsocchini

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Overview

A popular high school athlete and an academically gifted girl get roles in the school musical and develop a friendship that threatens East High's social order.

Cast

Zac Efronas Troy Bolton
Vanessa Hudgensas Gabriella Montez
Ashley Frenchas Sharpay Evans
Lucas Grabeelas Ryan Evans
Corbin Bleuas Chad Danforth
Monique Colemanas Taylor McKessie
Bart Johnsonas Coach Jack Bolton
Alyson Reedas Ms. Darbus
Chris Warrenas Zeke Baylor
Olesya Rulinas Kelsi Nielsen
Joey Miyashimaas Principal Dave Matsui
Ryan Templemanas Skater Dude #2
Irene Santiagoas Chem Teacher
Leslie Wingas Lucille Bolton

Facts

Release dateJanuary 20, 2006
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” about the same as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Tv-movie, Romance, Drama, Family, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$4,200,000
Box office$3,746 (0.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0475293

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Questions

How long is High School Musical?
High School Musical runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is High School Musical worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 4,857 votes, which places it #125 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 43%) and #1630 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed High School Musical?
High School Musical was directed by Kenny Ortega. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Descendants 3 (2019), This Is It (2009), Descendants 2 (2017).
Who stars in High School Musical?
Zac Efron as Troy Bolton; Vanessa Hudgens as Gabriella Montez; Ashley French as Sharpay Evans; Lucas Grabeel as Ryan Evans; Corbin Bleu as Chad Danforth; Monique Coleman as Taylor McKessie.
What is High School Musical rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for High School Musical?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/89121.

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