Take the Lead (2006)
1h 48m
Running Time
March 17, 2006Release Date
Take the Lead (2006)
1h 48m
Running Time
March 17, 2006Release Date
Network & Production Companies


Plot.
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.
Where to Watch.





Currently Take the Lead is available for streaming online, rent, buy or watch for free on: Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming in:🇺🇸 United States
Cast & Crew.

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

Darren Marsman
Taxi Driver

Kofi Payton
Street Kid

Tony Craig
Security Guard

Natalli Reznik
Rude Dancer

Kevin Hanchard
Woodley

Shawand McKenzie
Big Girl

Liz Friedlander
Director

Dianne Houston
Screenplay

Mark Kaufman
Executive Producer

Robert Ivison
Editor

Michelle Grace
Producer

Christopher Godsick
Producer

Mathew Hart
Executive Producer

Swizz Beatz
Original Music Composer

Diane Nabatoff
Producer

Aaron Zigman
Original Music Composer

Ray Liotta
Executive Producer

Matt Moore
Executive Producer

Alex Nepomniaschy
Director of Photography

Toby Emmerich
Executive Producer

Avy Kaufman
Casting

Dana Howes
Transportation Coordinator

Shelley Cook
Stunt Double

Paul D. Austerberry
Production Design

Melissa Toth
Costume Design

Glenn Hughes
Picture Car Coordinator
Media.




Details.
Release DateMarch 17, 2006
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 48m
Content RatingPG-13
Budget$30,000,000
Box Office$65,742,992
Filming LocationsToronto, Canada
Genres
Last updated:
This Movie Is About.
dancing master
dance
woman director
Wiki.
Take the Lead is a 2006 American drama dance film directed by Liz Friedlander and starring Antonio Banderas as dance instructor Pierre Dulaine, the founder of Dancing Classrooms. It also stars Alfre Woodard, John Ortiz, Rob Brown, Yaya DaCosta, Dante Basco, Elijah Kelley, and Jenna Dewan. The film was released on April 7, 2006. Although based in New York City, it was filmed in Toronto. Stock footage of various locations in New York City was used.
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