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Take the Lead

Take the Lead

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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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Take the Lead
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy, Music
  • Release Date: 2006-03-17
  • Runtime: 108 minutes
  • Rating: 6.887/10 (709 votes)
  • Budget: $30,000,000
  • Revenue: $65,742,992
  • Production Companies: New Line Cinema, Tiara Blu Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.5398
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas

as Pierre Dulaine

Rob Brown

Rob Brown

as Rock

Yaya DaCosta

Yaya DaCosta

as LaRhette

Alfre Woodard

Alfre Woodard

as Augustine James

John Ortiz

John Ortiz

as Mr. Temple

Laura Benanti

Laura Benanti

as Tina

Katya Virshilas

Katya Virshilas

as Morgan

Jenna Dewan

Jenna Dewan

as Sasha

Jasika Nicole

Jasika Nicole

as Egypt

Jo Chim

Jo Chim

as Gretchen

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Antonio Banderas - Take the Lead - Tango scene

TAKE THE LEAD Trailer

The Power of Dance

TAKE THE LEAD Trailer - AddictiveTV Remix

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Take the Lead?

Take the Lead is a Drama, Comedy, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2006-03-17.

Who are the main actors in Take the Lead?

The main cast includes Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Yaya DaCosta, Alfre Woodard, John Ortiz, .

Where can I watch Take the Lead online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Take the Lead is available.

Is Take the Lead based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of Take the Lead?

Take the Lead has an IMDb rating of 6.887/10 based on 709 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Take the Lead?

The movie had a production budget of $30,000,000 and earned $65,742,992 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Take the Lead?

The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema, Tiara Blu Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Take the Lead filmed?

Take the Lead was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Take the Lead?

The total runtime of Take the Lead is 108 minutes.

Is Take the Lead suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Take the Lead?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Take the Lead.

Does Take the Lead have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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