Dirty Dancing
1987, Romance/Drama, 1h 40m
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critics consensus
Like its winsome characters, Dirty Dancing uses impressive choreography and the power of song to surmount a series of formidable obstacles. Read critic reviews
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Movie Info
Baby (Jennifer Grey) is one listless summer away from the Peace Corps. Hoping to enjoy her youth while it lasts, she's disappointed when her summer plans deposit her at a sleepy resort in the Catskills with her parents. Her luck turns around, however, when the resort's dance instructor, Johnny (Patrick Swayze), enlists Baby as his new partner, and the two fall in love. Baby's father forbids her from seeing Johnny, but she's determined to help him perform the last big dance of the summer.
Cast & Crew
Jennifer Grey
Frances "Baby" Houseman
Frances "Baby" Houseman
Patrick Swayze
Johnny Castle
Johnny Castle
Jerry Orbach
Jake Houseman
Jake Houseman
Cynthia Rhodes
Penny Johnson
Penny Johnson
Jack Weston
Max Kellerman
Max Kellerman
Jane Brucker
Lisa Houseman
Lisa Houseman
Critic Reviews for Dirty Dancing
Audience Reviews for Dirty Dancing
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Nov 08, 2013Who doesn't love Dirty Dancing? An absolute classic.Beth M Super Reviewer
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Sep 13, 2012I can't believe it took me twenty years or so to see this gem. It's just such a nicely-packaged little story. It doesn't try to be anything other than a sweet bildungsroman that tackles class issues while treating the audience to beautifully choreographed dance routines.Alice S Super Reviewer
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Dec 02, 2011Dirty Dancing is a classic, with good performances and some great dance choreography. Definently a romance that can be enjoyed by both genders. A film for the ages.Bradley W Super Reviewer
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Aug 25, 2011One of the oldest and most loved girly movies of all time that I have never been ashamed to say I love. The acting is terrible, the special effects have holes in them and the story line is sporadically poor but the soundtrack and simplicity of the instant love between Baby and Johnny is what every 14 year old girl (including myself at that age wanted). As I have got older, the age difference between them unnerves me slightly but then most things unnerve me in my old age. A definite keeper, even if it is complete hogwash.Unknown H Super Reviewer
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