
The Red Shoes
Dance she did, and dance she must - between her two loves
In this classic drama, Vicky Page is an aspiring ballerina torn between her dedication to dance and her desire to love. While her imperious instructor, Boris Lermontov, urges to her to forget anything but ballet, Vicky begins to fall for the charming young composer Julian Craster. Eventually Vicky, under great emotional stress, must choose to pursue either her art or her romance, a decision that carries serious consequences.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Red Shoes
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1948-09-06
- Runtime: 133 minutes
- Rating: 7.971/10 (684 votes)
- Budget: $500,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: The Archers
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.8771
- Languages: Russian, English, French
Cast & Crew

Anton Walbrook
as Boris Lermontov

Marius Goring
as Julian Craster

Moira Shearer
as Victoria Page

Robert Helpmann
as Ivan Boleslawsky

Léonide Massine
as Grischa Ljubov

Albert Bassermann
as Sergei Ratov

Ludmilla Tchérina
as Irina Boronskaja

Esmond Knight
as Livy

Jean Short
as Terry

Gordon Littmann
as Ike
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Trailers & Clips
The Ballet of The Red Shoes | TCM
Rosanna Arquette on THE RED SHOES | TCM
Matthew Bourne and Ashley Shaw on Powell + Pressburger's The Red Shoes | BFI Q&A
75th anniversary re-release trailer
The Greatest Showman's Keala Settle introduces Powell and Pressburger's The Red Shoes | BFI Q&A
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Red Shoes?▼
The Red Shoes is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1948-09-06.
Who are the main actors in The Red Shoes?▼
The main cast includes Anton Walbrook, Marius Goring, Moira Shearer, Robert Helpmann, Léonide Massine, .
Where can I watch The Red Shoes online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Red Shoes is available.
Is The Red Shoes based on a true story?▼
Dance she did, and dance she must - between her two loves
What is the IMDb rating of The Red Shoes?▼
The Red Shoes has an IMDb rating of 7.971/10 based on 684 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Red Shoes?▼
The movie had a production budget of $500,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Red Shoes?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Archers. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Red Shoes filmed?▼
The Red Shoes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Red Shoes?▼
The total runtime of The Red Shoes is 133 minutes.
Is The Red Shoes suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Red Shoes?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Red Shoes.
Does The Red Shoes have a post-credit scene?▼
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