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High School Musical (2006)

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Reviews Counted:461

Fresh:183

Rotten:278

Average Rating:4.2/10

Runtime: 1 hr 38 mins

Genre: Musical & Performing Arts

Synopsis: Zac Efron and Vanessa Anne Hudgens star in this Disney Channel Original Movie as popular basketball team captain Troy and smart, stunning academic Gabriella. Both shock the members of the social... Zac Efron and Vanessa Anne Hudgens star in this Disney Channel Original Movie as popular basketball team captain Troy and smart, stunning academic Gabriella. Both shock the members of the social cliques to which they belong when they each decide to audition for the high school's musical. By proving themselves to be brilliant performers, can these two teens lead their peers towards more open-minded thinking and acceptance of one another? HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL is a family-appropriate feature filled with hip music, popular dance moves, and tons of school spirit. [More]

Starring: Zac Efron, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel

Starring: Zac Efron, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel, Alyson Reed, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Bart Johnson, Olesya Rulin, Chris Warren, Ryne Sanborn

Director: Kenny Ortega

Director: Kenny Ortega
Screenwriter: Peter Barsocchini
Composer: David Lawrence

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  • The power of music explodes like never before in this spectacular Blu-ray Disc™ Remix Edition of the Emmy(R) Award-winning HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL! The smash-hit Disney Channel Original Movie now features theater-quality sound, the best picture available, and awesome bonus features that will rock your world. Get a prime spot on the red carpet for the star-studded Hollywood premiere, and join the High School Reunion where the cast reunites in an exclusive interview to share how the movie phenomenon has changed their lives. Plus, stand up and experience the Dance Along, in which Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay and Ryan give step-by-step instructions to popular dance sequences "Get'cha Head In The Game" and "We're All In This Together." Hear two exclusive remixed versions of your favorite songs and watch three new music videos. In pristine picture, sound and quality only Blu-ray™ can deliver, this HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL REMIX EDITION is bigger, bolder and more rockin' than ever!
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