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A few of the 31 trivia, guesses & fun facts you'll play synced to Dirty Dancing — guess, then tap to reveal. Watch Dirty Dancing & Play Along! ▶
Q1. What ballet school did Patrick Swayze train at before Hollywood? Medium · 200 pts
- American Ballet Theatre
- Joffrey Ballet
- New York City Ballet
- School of American Ballet
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Joffrey Ballet
His Joffrey training helped him co-choreograph many of the film's dances!
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Q2. What community originally developed the close-contact dance styles? Medium · 200 pts
- Irish immigrants
- African Americans
- Italian Americans
- Mexican Americans
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African Americans
These intimate dance styles originated in African American communities!
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Q3. Dirty Dancing's $6M budget returned how much at the box office? Medium · 200 pts
- $42 million
- $89 million
- $214 million
- $367 million
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$214 million
A 3,567% return! One of 1987's most profitable films ever made.
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Q4. What previous film caused tension between Swayze and Grey? Medium · 200 pts
- Red Dawn
- Ghost
- Road House
- Point Break
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Red Dawn
Their conflicts from 'Red Dawn' carried over, creating off-screen tension!
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Q5. Which film first paired Swayze and Grey before 'Dirty Dancing'? Medium · 200 pts
- Red Dawn
- Ferris Bueller's Day Off
- The Outsiders
- Roadhouse
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Red Dawn
Their conflicts in 'Red Dawn' carried over to this romantic pairing!
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MORE ABOUT 'DIRTY DANCING'
Nobody puts Baby in a corner! Jennifer Grey stars as Frances 'Baby' Houseman, a sheltered teenager who falls for the resort's rebellious dance instructor Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze) during a family vacation at Kellerman's Resort in the summer of 1963. When Johnny's dance partner Penny Johnson (Cynthia Rhodes) needs help, Baby steps in to learn the passionate moves, discovering love, independence, and the time of her life. With memorable scenes including the iconic lift and unforgettable soundtrack featuring '(I've Had) The Time of My Life,' this romance will sweep you off your feet.
Directed by Emile Ardolino and starring Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach, and Cynthia Rhodes, 'Dirty Dancing' is a passionate romance that became a cultural phenomenon. Join Baby and Johnny's journey and test your knowledge of this beloved 80s classic, its incredible dance sequences, and timeless soundtrack with our incredibly fun free online trivia game!
Directed by Emile Ardolino · Starring Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach
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