Take the Lead
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Howdy Amazon Channel and YouTube Free.
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Antonio Banderas - Take the Lead - Tango scene
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Frequently asked questions about Take the Lead
Where can I watch Take the Lead in the United States?
Take the Lead is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Take the Lead for free?
Take the Lead streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Take the Lead?
Take the Lead scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Take the Lead?
Take the Lead stars Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Yaya DaCosta, Alfre Woodard, and John Ortiz. Liz Friedlander is the director.
How long is Take the Lead?
Take the Lead runs 1h 58m (118 minutes).
When did Take the Lead come out?
Take the Lead was released on March 17, 2006.
Which studio made Take the Lead?
Take the Lead was produced by New Line Cinema and Tiara Blu Films in the United States.
What was the budget for Take the Lead?
Take the Lead was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did Take the Lead make at the box office?
Take the Lead grossed $65,742,992 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.