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"Nobody puts Baby in a corner" is an iconic line from which film?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
We're starting this off easy! This famous line comes from "Dirty Dancing." Patrick Swayze says it just before the big finale!
Which film has Ren McCormack?
Footloose
Ren McCormack is Kevin Bacon's character in "Footloose." He lives in a small town that bans dancing!
Dirty Dancing
Which film has John Lithgow?
Footloose
Lithgow plays a minister in "Footloose." He has a tragic past that comes out later in the story.
Dirty Dancing
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Which movie had a sequel?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
"Dirty Dancing" actually had a sequel. The 2004 film is set in Cuba.
The two leads from which movie had a rocky working relationship​?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Swayze and Grey had worked together before on "Red Dawn." It wasn't always easy for them to work together.
Which film was set in Oklahoma?
Footloose
"Footloose" was based on real events in Elmore City, Oklahoma. "Dirty Dancing" took place in the Catskills.
Dirty Dancing
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Which film was Tom Cruise almost in?
Footloose
Tom Cruise almost played Ren in "Footloose." He couldn't do it because of a scheduling conflict.
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Which movie was Sarah Jessica Parker in?
Footloose
SJP was in "Footloose," but she auditioned for "Dirty Dancing"! Imagine if she had been in both!
Dirty Dancing
The iconic crawling scene from which movie was totally improvised?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Remember when Jennifer Grey crawls towards Patrick Swayze on the dance floor? That was all improvised!
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What movie has a famous water dance?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
No one can forget that famous water dance in the lake! Apparently, the surrounding leaves had to be painted green because they were showing fall colors.
A "Blue Lagoon" star almost landed the lead in which film?
Footloose
"Blue Lagoon" star Christopher Atkins almost played Ren. Unfortunately​, he was under the influence of drugs and alcohol during his meeting with producers.
Dirty Dancing
What movie features "She's Like the Wind"?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
"She's Like the Wind" was performed by Patrick Swayze himself. It's one of the most beautiful songs in the movie.
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Val Kilmer was offered the lead in which movie?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Val Kilmer was offered the lead in "Dirty Dancing." He turned it down.
Which movie did Madonna audition for?
Footloose
Madonna auditioned for "Footloose." The role of Ariel Moore ended up going to Lori Singer.
Dirty Dancing
Which film was originally called "Cheek to Cheek"?
Footloose
Footloose was originally going to be called "Cheek to Cheek." We're glad that they changed the title.
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Which movie was turned into a stage musical?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Both
Both were turned into stage musicals. Audiences can choose their favorite retro treat.
The lead male from which movie went undercover for his role?
Footloose
Kevin Bacon went undercover to play Ren. He entered a high school at age 24 and only lasted a few hours.
Dirty Dancing
The male lead from which movie had to take valium while shooting?
Footloose
Apparently, Kevin Bacon had a real fear of public speaking. He broke out in hives before the town council scene.
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In which movie was the lead female ten years older than her character?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Jennifer Grey was 10 years older than the character of Baby. In her audition, she had to prove that she could play younger.
The male lead from which movie did all his own stunts?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Patrick Swayze did all his own stunts. Kevin Bacon, on the other hand, was vexed that he had to have stunt doubles.
Which movie is famous for really tight man pants?
Footloose
Kevin Bacon wore those impossibly tight jeans on purpose! Patrick Swayze had more of a relaxed fit.
Dirty Dancing
Both
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In which movie do the male and female leads wear contrasting colors?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
The costume designer purposefully had Johnny wearing dark colors while Baby wore light colors. In "Footloose," everyone wore jeans.
Which movie lost a director mid-shoot?
Footloose
Michael Cimino, of "Deer Hunter" fame, was cut from the movie for budgetary reasons. He was replaced by Herbert Ross, who also directed "Steel Magnolias."
Dirty Dancing
Which movie had actress Dianne Wiest?
Footloose
Dianne Wiest was in Footloose. The beloved American actress played Vi Moore.
Dirty Dancing
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Which movie had a famous prom scene?
Footloose
The famous prom scene comes from "Footloose." The scene was re-shot a few times so that it would be more lively.
Dirty Dancing
The male lead from which film was adverse to the music from it?
Footloose
Apparently, Kevin Bacon got so tired of the music from "Footloose," he would pay DJs not to play it. He thought people would want him to perform.
Dirty Dancing
Which movie involves abortion?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
It's never explicitly stated, but "Dirty Dancing" addresses abortion. Penny asks for Baby's money so she can get one - which was illegal at the time.
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Which film had a love scene that was cut?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
"Dirty Dancing" has a love scene that now is in most versions. But originally, the love scene was cut, then re-released on DVD in 2007.
Which movie came out in 1984?
Footloose
"Footloose" came out in 1984. "Dirty Dancing" didn't come out till 1987.
Dirty Dancing
Both
Which movie featured a lot of great oldies?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
"Dirty Dancing" had so many great oldies that it sparked an oldies music revival. The album sold 32 million copies worldwide.
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Which movie sparked a tourism boom and themed retreat?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
"Dirty Dancing" has its own themed retreat! "Kellerman's," which is in Pembroke in Virginia, hosts "Dirty Dancing"-style weekends.
Which film did Conan O'Brien demand a re-release of?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Because of O'Brien's demands, the movie was released in 1997. O'Brien later admitted that he didn't like the movie all that much!
In which film did Wayne Knight make his debut?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
Wayne Knight made his film debut in "Dirty Dancing." He'd go on to make several movies, including "Jurassic Park."
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Which film only cast experienced dancers?
Footloose
Dirty Dancing
The director demanded that only experienced dancers be cast. This was definitely not the case for "Footloose."
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