

Take the Lead
2006, English. Directed by Liz Friedlander.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 768 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Take the Lead
Take the Lead is streaming on Cinemax in India.
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Availability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 17 March 2006
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dianne Houston
- Budget
- $30M
- Box office
- $66M
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Take the Lead: quick answers
Is Take the Lead worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 768 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Take the Lead?
Take the Lead runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Take the Lead have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Take the Lead. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Take the Lead parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Take the Lead is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Take the Lead on?
Take the Lead is streaming on Cinemax in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Take the Lead?
If you liked Take the Lead, try Thirty Two Short Films About Glenn Gould, Born to Dance, Grace Unplugged.
Who directed Take the Lead?
Take the Lead (2006) was directed by Liz Friedlander and stars Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Yaya DaCosta.