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Flashdance (1983)

โ€œSomething happens when she hears the music... it's her freedom. It's her fire. It's her life.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 1,649 votes 1h 35m r RomanceDrama

#29 of 39 films from 1983 #876 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Adrian Lyne ยท Written by Joe Eszterhas, Thomas Hedley Jr.

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Overview

Alex Owens, a young woman juggling between two odd jobs, aspires to become a successful ballet dancer. Nick, who is her boss and lover, supports and encourages her to fulfil her dream.

Cast

Jennifer Bealsas Alex Owens
Michael Nourias Nick Hurley
Sunny Johnsonas Jeanie Szabo
Kyle T. Heffneras Richie
Cynthia Rhodesas Tina Tech
Lee Vingas Johnny C.
Ron Karabatsosas Jake Mawby
Lilia Skalaas Hanna Long
Philip Brunsas Frank Szabo
Micole Mercurioas Rosemary Szabo
Malcolm Danareas Cecil
Belinda Baueras Katie Hurley
Lucy Lee Flippinas Secretary
Durga McBroomas Heels

Facts

Release dateApril 14, 1983
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” shorter as the 1983 average of 105 min
GenresRomance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$7,000,000
Box office$201,521,203 (28.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt0085549

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Questions

How long is Flashdance?
Flashdance runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is Flashdance worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 1,649 votes, which places it #29 of 39 films released in 1983 in this index (top 28%) and #876 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Flashdance?
Flashdance was directed by Adrian Lyne. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jacob's Ladder (1990), Lolita (1997), Fatal Attraction (1987).
Who stars in Flashdance?
Jennifer Beals as Alex Owens; Michael Nouri as Nick Hurley; Sunny Johnson as Jeanie Szabo; Kyle T. Heffner as Richie; Cynthia Rhodes as Tina Tech; Lee Ving as Johnny C..
What is Flashdance rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Flashdance?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9314.

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