74 Special Dance Films

Each Saturday, Tony finds freedom in the vibrant energy of an old-school disco, where his dancing earns him the admiration of others. But his life outside the flashing lights is difficult, and things change when he meets Stephanie. As they…

Hip-hop artists Marques Houston and Omari Grandberry join choreographer Dave Scott, Christopher Jones, Robert James Hoffman III, and a group of athletes. They demonstrate street dance moves, showing viewers how to perform the popular "drop it like it's hot" dance.

Two young people from different backgrounds overcome their differences to create a dance group and compete for a championship in China, ultimately aiming to win.

A close-knit crew of street dancers from New York City, featuring Luke and Natalie, joins forces with Moose, a new student at NYU. They face off against the world's top hip-hop dancers in a major competition that could redefine their…

A group of eleven-year-old students from a New York City public school discover ballroom dancing, and through the experience, they begin to open up about their lives. Told from their honest and often funny viewpoints, the children change as they…

A young woman pursuing her dream of becoming a dancer encounters a new dance form that challenges her and leads to personal growth.

Alex, a driven teenager, pursues her ambition of becoming a successful ballet dancer while working two part-time jobs. She finds encouragement from Nick, her supportive boss and romantic partner, who shares her aspirations and pushes her to improve. Together, they…

Mia, an actress hoping for her big break, works as a barista for celebrities between auditions. Sebastian, a jazz musician, plays small gigs to make ends meet. As they both start to achieve their goals, they face choices that strain…

A jaded estate lawyer becomes captivated by a woman he sees through the window of a dance studio. He begins taking lessons to be near her, and unexpectedly discovers a passion for dancing. His wife, noticing his changed behavior and…

In New York City, two dancers fall for each other. Their romance becomes complicated when they're caught in the middle of a heated feud between their brothers, who own competing underground dance clubs.

Tyler Gage, a troubled youth, unexpectedly gets a chance at a better life when he vandalizes a performing arts school. As a result, he's offered a scholarship and the opportunity to train with Nora, a promising young dancer.

Like any college, UTS has its rivalries. Here, the academically gifted students hold power, while the best step dancers rule the scene. When a local radio station announces the start of the step competition season, campus fraternities and sororities compete…

At Mr. Rad's Warehouse, Los Angeles' top hip-hop crews battle for prize money and recognition. Their world is upended when a group from the suburbs arrives, poaching dancers and copying their routines. Forced to unite, two rivals must work together…

Amalie has it all: beauty, wealth, a boyfriend, and a gift for dance. Her life is upended when she's forced to leave everything behind. She meets Mikael, a street dancer, and begins dancing with him in the streets, participating in…

Honey Daniels aspires to become a renowned hip-hop choreographer. Balancing nights out with friends in downtown clubs, she teaches dance classes at a Harlem community center to help keep local kids safe. Honey believes her career has taken off when…

April, after a Broadway setback, returns to her hometown and reluctantly takes on the task of training a group of unconventional young dancers for a competition.

The Rancho Carne High School Toro cheerleading squad in San Diego is known for their energy and award-winning routines – they're aiming for their sixth national championship in a row. However, when Torrance, the newly elected captain, uncovers a secret,…

Five years after disco's peak, Tony Manero still pursues his dream of dancing. He now aims for Broadway, facing a tougher challenge than Saturday night competitions. This coming-of-age story follows Tony’s determination and passion as he navigates the competitive world…

This heartwarming film follows a group of talented dancers who unite through their shared love of breaking and hip-hop. When their neighborhood center is threatened with demolition by a developer planning a shopping complex, they band together to save it.…

Twelve teenagers from diverse backgrounds join the American Ballet Academy in New York, all striving to become professional ballet dancers. The film follows their individual struggles and pressures as they navigate rigorous training and the competitive world of dance.

A young man and woman from opposing gangs in New York City develop a romantic relationship. However, increasing conflict between their friends threatens to escalate into a devastating outcome.

In 1984, County Durham, England is gripped by the miners' strike, escalating tensions between classes. Eleven-year-old Billy Elliot, who usually spends his time at the boxing club, accidentally discovers a ballet class and realizes he has a natural gift. He…

Following her mother's passing, Sara relocates to the South Side of Chicago to live with her father and attends a predominantly Black school. Her life improves when she befriends Chenille and her brother Derek, who assist her in developing her…

Sara moves to Juilliard in New York, hoping to achieve her and her mother's shared ambition of becoming the school's principal ballerina. She bonds with her roommates, Zoe and Miles, who teach hip-hop. Sara studies under Monique Delacroix, a renowned…

Set in the picturesque Catskills, the film centers on 17-year-old Frances "Baby" Houseman and her family's typical summer vacation. Her routine changes when Baby is captivated by a dance performance at a local resort. Drawn into the world of dance,…

Following her sister's death, Raya Green skips class and witnesses a stomp crew rehearsal. She connects with Bishop, the crew's leader, and subsequently meets Michelle, engaging in a stomp battle with her. Initially rivals, they eventually form a friendship. Meanwhile,…

A gifted but awkward high school senior sets out to gain admission to her deceased father's college. To achieve this, she assembles a group of unconventional classmates and trains them to become a winning dance team.

In Cape Town, Melea Martin chafes under her college's rigid rules and decides to forge her own path. Hoping to use her dance skills to uplift her community, she rents a struggling theater to stage a Hip-Hop adaptation of Romeo…

A struggling coach gets the job of preparing a team of America's top dancers for a major international competition. The tournament draws the world's best dance crews, but the U.S. Team hasn't secured a victory in fifteen years.

Jason is smitten with the beautiful Anastacia, but she's completely unaware of his existence. He believes making the school's popular dance crew is his only chance to get her attention. However, he faces obstacles: a difficult mother, Anastacia's intimidating brother,…

Set in the lively 1950s, this story follows Sandy, a kind Australian girl, who falls for Danny, a rebellious greaser. Their summer romance appears doomed when they face separate high schools. But fate brings them back together when they unexpectedly…

In Chicago, a Mexican-American teenager navigates the conflict between her family's traditional expectations and her own ambition to pursue a career in dance.

Jonathan Reeves is hired to update the American Ballet Academy with contemporary styles. He asks his leading choreographers – Charlie, Cooper, and Tommy – to find dancers for a competition. The winners will earn a spot in the Academy. Bella…

Following an encounter with local criminals, ambitious Harlem rapper Rob seeks refuge with a father he never knew. He discovers renewed purpose in Reggaeton, a vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and Latin rhythms. Inspired by Puerto Rico, the genre's birthplace,…

To compete in the Street Dance Championships, a dance crew partners with ballet dancers from the Royal Dance School, trading rehearsal space for their expertise.

Following a crushing defeat at the hands of the Invincible crew, street dancer Ash seeks out the world's top dancers for a chance at redemption.

Andie West, a rebellious street dancer, transfers to the prestigious Maryland School of the Arts. There, she struggles to find her place while trying to stay connected to her past. She teams up with Chase Collins, the school's top dancer,…

Following his brother's death, a troubled 19-year-old Los Angeles street dancer gains a second chance by enrolling in Truth University, a historically Black college in Atlanta. His focus on academics and a romantic interest is disrupted when he becomes the…

Following the disbandment of his dance crew, a talented but self-doubting hip-hop dancer takes a teaching position at a prestigious ballet academy in Paris. There, he develops feelings for a young woman pursuing a career as a ballerina.

Izzy Daniels is training hard to win the Golden Glove, continuing his father's legacy. However, when his friend Mary asks him to fill in for a teammate in a Double Dutch competition, Izzy unexpectedly discovers a passion for jump roping.…

This is the story of a dancer struggling to make ends meet who finds community and inspiration in street dance. Joining forces with two gifted but overlooked breakdancers, they create a powerful trio, blending their unique styles for exciting performances…

Scott, a driven professional close to achieving his career goals, faces a major test when a new project demands he take significant risks. Partnering with someone new, he must demonstrate his ability to succeed and continue advancing. The film explores…

In 1984, County Durham, England, a gifted young dancer named Billy Elliot unexpectedly discovers ballet after a boxing match. He navigates challenges and successes as he battles his family's traditional expectations, internal struggles, and learns to express himself through dance…

Entity, the UK's top and most talked-about under-16 street dance crew, faces numerous obstacles as they strive for victory at the world championship. Their path to glory is filled with difficulties.

In pre-revolution Cuba, Katey Miller challenges societal norms by pursuing a relationship with Javier, a captivating waiter who dances in Havana's nightclubs. As they share secret dance lessons, Katey discovers the complexities of love, sensuality, and self-reliance.

In the tough neighborhoods of the Upper West Side, a long-standing Polish-American gang clashes with a newer, more violent Puerto Rican group. The constant tension between them is about to explode when an unexpected romance develops between two people from…

A hip hop violinist performing in the New York City subway meets a classical dancer on a scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory. They connect, and with the support of a hip hop dance group, they work to find shared artistic…

During homecoming weekend at Truth University, Chance Harris strives to juggle his studies, job, relationships, and a chance to compete in a nationally televised step competition.

Set in New York City at the beginning of the 20th century, this drama follows the difficult lives of child newspaper sellers striving to survive. Their publisher, Joseph Pulitzer, pushes them to work even harder for greater profit. A determined…

This 2017 film revisits the cast of the original dance academy television series, showing where their lives have led them years later.

Emily moves to Miami hoping to launch a career as a dancer. She connects with Sean, the leader of a local dance crew. However, Sean's neighborhood faces potential demolition due to Emily's father's development project.

Three dance teams – representing Latin America, Europe, and Canada – train for the International Beat the World competition in Detroit. They face challenges with gambling debts, relationship problems, and personal pride. In the final competition for the world title,…

Ren MacCormack moves from Boston to Bomont, a quiet southern town with a strict rule against loud music and dancing. Ren defies this rule, bringing energy back to the town and developing a relationship with Ariel, the minister's complicated daughter.

In a near-future, a chilling mystery unfolds as the elderly Bernard Quatermass investigates his granddaughter's disappearance and the rise of a strange cult. He navigates a confusing world of secrets and lies, uncovering disturbing truths that blend science fiction with…

Angel, a young breakdancer, relocates to Los Angeles after an assault by her ex-boyfriend puts her dance career in jeopardy. The film follows Angel's journey to recovery and finding a new path as she enters the competitive, male-dominated underground hip…

Seventeen-year-old Sparkle encounters a vibrant group of Soca dancers at a car show in downtown Trinidad. Captivated by their camaraderie, she cleverly gains their acceptance. The women introduce Sparkle to a dazzling world of parties, luxury, and wealth. However, as…

In Kingston, Jamaica, Marcia struggles to support her teenage daughter as a street vendor. Her livelihood is threatened by a local gangster, Priest, and her situation becomes more complicated when she takes money from Larry, who is interested in her…

Kate Parker, a gifted self-taught dancer, dreams of joining the American Academy of Ballet. After a disappointing audition, she discovers that talent alone isn't enough to thrive in the demanding world of professional dance.

A former professional dancer takes a job teaching dance in a New York public school. Initially, his refined style doesn't connect with his students. However, working together, they develop a unique and innovative dance form. Based on the true story…

Following a run-in with the law, Maria returns to her neighborhood in the Bronx to start over. She relies on her street dance skills and a strong desire to succeed as she works to build a new life for herself.

Jamilah has a carefully planned future: president of her black sorority, captain of the step dance team, and headed to Harvard Law School. But when a group of disruptive white students from another sorority tarnish the school's image, Jamilah is…

In 1986, a talented young breakdancer suffers a head injury during a talent show and falls into a coma. Two decades later, he wakes up and tries to revive his dance crew’s fading career to help his parents save their…

The best players from past games come together in dazzling Las Vegas. They compete for a win that could shape their futures and the course of their careers.

During a summer vacation at a resort in the Catskills, Frances "Baby" Houseman develops a romantic relationship with Johnny Castle, the resort's dance instructor. This love profoundly alters the lives of everyone in the Houseman family.

A driven young businessman enlists an instructor to transform a collection of unconventional teenagers into a cohesive dance team, aiming for success in the underground dance competition scene.

Sameer, a classic dreamer, leaves his father in Delhi for the bright lights of Mumbai, hoping to become a Bollywood star. Will he endure the harsh reality of constant auditions, empty promises, and lost opportunities?

An hour before five of the Netherlands' top dance crews are scheduled to depart for a competition in New York, their government-funded trip is unexpectedly canceled. Determined not to lose their free plane tickets, the five dancers decide to proceed…

This documentary explores two street dance styles – Clowning and Krumping – born in low-income neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Director David LaChapelle interviews members of each dance crew, tracing the origins of their distinct dances as a positive outlet amidst…

At New York's High School of Performing Arts, students from diverse backgrounds develop their talents in singing, acting, dance, and other performing arts. Over four years, these young people navigate the challenges of pursuing their ambitions – balancing rigorous academics…

A young boy, raised without parents and longing to be a ninja, moves to Hollywood in search of his biological family.

This touching drama tells the story of Rafael, a young Cuban man who travels to Houston to find his father, John, after his mother's death. John, who is focused on preparing his dance studio for the World Open Dance championship…

In a quiet town in the American West, the community has a strict rule: no music or dancing. Fifteen-year-old Ren moves from Chicago to this peaceful but unusual place with his family and finds himself in a very different world.…

Zander Raines, a brilliant but volatile choreographer, offers a major opportunity to two aspiring artists when he hires the captivating contemporary dancer Barlow and the inventive pianist Charlie for his highly anticipated new Broadway production, *Free Dance*. However, this casting…

Lucas joins a break dancing troupe and travels the world, finding himself struggling between his familiar life and the opportunity for something new. Inspired by true events.