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Take the Lead (2006)

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  • Mar 17, 2006
  • 1h 58m
  • PG-13

6.9/10

TMDB user score
766 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Take the Lead is a 2006 drama and music film directed by Liz Friedlander. Its leading cast includes Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown and Yaya DaCosta. It runs for 1 hour 58 minutes.

Synopsis

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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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 58 minutes
Age rating (US)
PG-13
Language
English
Audience signal
6.9/10 from 766 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

TAKE THE LEAD Trailer · plays from YouTube

Where to Watch Take the Lead

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  • YouTube
  • Fandango At Home

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Cast

  • Antonio Banderas Pierre Dulaine
  • Rob Brown Rock
  • Yaya DaCosta LaRhette
  • Alfre Woodard Augustine James
  • John Ortiz Mr. Temple
  • Laura Benanti Tina
  • Katya Virshilas Morgan
  • Jenna Dewan Sasha
  • Jasika Nicole Egypt
  • Jo Chim Gretchen
  • Dante Basco Ramos
  • Elijah Kelley Danjou
  • Marcus T. Paulk Eddie
  • Lauren Collins Caitlin
  • Lyriq Bent Easy
  • Heidi von Palleske Laura
  • Jonathan Malen Kurd
  • Sharron Matthews Mrs. Rosemead

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