Dirty Dancing

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In a twist of fate, sheltered Baby and rebellious Johnny ignite a sizzling romance through dance, challenging social norms. Beyond just the mambo, their journey reveals passion, self-discovery, and a defiance of boundaries, all to a killer '60s soundtrack. Nobody puts Baby in a corner!

Dirty Dancing Trivia

Who played the character Johnny Castle in the movie Dirty Dancing? (Easy)

#1: Tom Cruise

#2: Patrick Swayze

#3: Kevin Bacon

#4: John Travolta

What is the name of the resort where Baby's family vacations in Dirty Dancing? (Medium)

#1: Green Gables

#2: Kellerman's

#3: Meadowlands

#4: Pinehurst

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Dirty Dancing Fun Facts

Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey didn't get along during filming.

Patrick Swayze performed his own stunts in the film, including the iconic lift scene.

Dirty Dancing Polls

Who is your favorite Dirty Dancing character?

Johnny Castle

Baby Houseman

Penny Johnson

Neil Kellerman

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What is your favorite dance scene in Dirty Dancing?

The Lift

Time of My Life

Lover Boy

Hungry Eyes

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Popular Characters

Baby

Houseman

Johnny

Castle

Penny

Johnson

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Mother

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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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film_release

August 21, 1987

Release of 'Dirty Dancing'

The movie 'Dirty Dancing' was released in theaters, becoming a significant cultural phenomenon and a classic dance film.

biography

March 26, 1960

Jennifer Grey born

Jennifer Grey, the actress who played the lead role of Baby in 'Dirty Dancing', was born.

biography

August 18, 1952

Patrick Swayze born

Patrick Swayze, the actor who played Johnny Castle in 'Dirty Dancing', was born.

film_production

Circa 1985

'Dirty Dancing' screenplay written

Eleanor Bergstein wrote the screenplay for 'Dirty Dancing', drawing from her personal experiences.

film_production

Spring 1986

Filming of 'Dirty Dancing'

Principal photography for the movie 'Dirty Dancing' took place primarily in Lake Lure, North Carolina.

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