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Take the Lead

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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.

DirectorLiz Friedlander
WriterDianne Houston
ProducersMark Kaufman·Michelle Grace

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Cast · Directed by Liz Friedlander

ABAntonio Banderas
Antonio Banderas
Pierre Dulaine
RBRob Brown
Rob Brown
Rock
YDYaya DaCosta
Yaya DaCosta
LaRhette
AWAlfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Augustine James
JOJohn Ortiz
John Ortiz
Mr. Temple
LBLaura Benanti
Laura Benanti
Tina
KV
Katya Virshilas
Morgan
JDJenna Dewan
Jenna Dewan
Sasha
JNJasika Nicole
Jasika Nicole
Egypt
JC
Jo Chim
Gretchen
DBDante Basco
Dante Basco
Ramos
EKElijah Kelley
Elijah Kelley
Danjou

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Take the Lead — streaming FAQ

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Take the Lead is streaming on Cinemax and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Take the Lead on Netflix?

No, Take the Lead is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Cinemax and YouTube Free.

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Take the Lead isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Take the Lead is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.