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Movies like Dirty Dancers 12 (1997)

The best movies like Dirty Dancers 12 (1997) are Porno (2019), Step Up (2006) and Strip Down, Rise Up (2021). If Dirty Dancers 12 hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Porno (2019)

    When a group of naive teens working at a movie theater in a small Christian town discover a mysterious film hidden in its basement, they unleash an alluring succubus who gives them a sex education…written in blood.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Step Up (2006)

    Delinquent Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the chance to earn a scholarship and dance with up-and-coming dancer Nora.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Strip Down, Rise Up (2021)

    The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Dance-Off (2014)

    Two cross-town rival dance teams go head to head for the National Nationals Championship.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. My Awkward Sexual Adventure (2012)

    A hyper-repressed and schlubby accountant (Jonas Chernick) strikes a deal with a worldly but disorganized stripper (Emily Hampshire): he'll help her with her crushing debt if she helps him become a better lover.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. Lovelace (2013)

    Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Wish Upon a Star (1996)

    A younger sister wishes to switch places with her popular older sister and the two bickering siblings awaken to find the wish has come true.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Honey: Rise Up and Dance (2018)

    Street dancer Skyler comes out of the shadow of her trained dancer sister, Tosha, & joins a dance competition with the Honey dance studio; the prize is a college scholarship.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Footloose (1984)

    When teenager Ren and his family move from big-city Chicago to a small town in the West, he's in for a real case of culture shock after discovering he's living in a place where music and dancing are illegal.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. The Cheyenne Social Club (1970)

    Cowboy John O'Hanlan is surprised to learn that someone's left him a business in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He sets out to claim it, only to discover it's a brothel.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Pillow Talk (1959)

    Playboy songwriter Brad Allen's succession of romances annoys his neighbor, interior designer Jan Morrow, who shares a telephone party line with him and hears all his breezy routines. After Jan unsuccessfully lodges a complaint against him, Brad sets about to seduce her in the guise of a sincere and upstanding Texas rancher. When mutual friend Jonathan discovers that his best friend is moving in on the girl he desires, however, sparks fly.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. High Strung Free Dance (2018)

    Zander Raines, a dazzling and tempestuous young choreographer, gives the break of a lifetime to two hopeful artists when he casts a stunning contemporary dancer, Barlow, and innovative pianist, Charlie, in New York’s most-anticipated new Broadway show: Free Dance. But the move throws off the show’s delicate creative balance when Charlie falls hard for Barlow, while Zander embraces her as his muse.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Judy & Punch (2019)

    In the anarchic town of Seaside, nowhere near the sea, puppeteers Judy and Punch are trying to resurrect their marionette show. The show is a hit due to Judy's superior puppeteering but Punch's driving ambition and penchant for whisky lead to an inevitable tragedy that Judy must avenge.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Barbie and the Three Musketeers (2009)

    Corinne is a young country girl who heads to Paris to pursue her big dream – to become a female musketeer! Never could she imagine she would meet three other girls who secretly share the same dream! Using their special talents, the girls work together as a team to foil a plot and save the prince. It's all for one and one for all!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. The Kentuckian (1955)

    A frontiersman and his son fight to build a new home in Texas.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. Flashdance (1983)

    Alex Owens, a young woman juggling between two odd jobs, aspires to become a successful ballet dancer. Nick, who is her boss and lover, supports and encourages her to fulfil her dream.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. Make Your Move (2013)

    A pair of star-crossed dancers in New York find themselves at the center of a bitter rivalry between their brothers' underground dance clubs.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. True Stories (1986)

    A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. The Girl Next Door (2004)

    Exceptionally ambitious high schooler Matthew has aspirations for a career in politics when he falls in love with his gorgeous 19-year-old neighbor, Danielle. But Matthew's bright future is jeopardized when he finds Danielle was once a porn star. As Danielle's past catches up with her, Matthew's love for her forces him to re-evaluate his goals.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. Fixed (2025)

    After learning he's getting neutered, a dog has 24 hours to squeeze in one last balls-to-the-wall adventure with the boys.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Dirty Dancers 12?

The closest matches to Dirty Dancers 12 are Porno (2019), Step Up (2006) and Strip Down, Rise Up (2021). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Dirty Dancers 12?

Start with Porno (2019), the closest match to Dirty Dancers 12.

What is the highest-rated movie like Dirty Dancers 12?

High Strung Free Dance (2018), rated 7.3/10 by 244 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Dirty Dancers 12?

Fixed (2025) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Dirty Dancers 12?

Yes: Porno (2019), Step Up (2006) and Strip Down, Rise Up (2021).

How are movies similar to Dirty Dancers 12 chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Dirty Dancers 12, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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