Breakin' Through
Synopsis
STREET DANCERS: They're bold and they're bad; they're breakers — freestyle dancers who know a mean beat as well as a mean street. STAGE DANCERS: Grand and graceful gypsies — polished performers who are passionate about their art and the theater. When the choreographer of a troubled Broadway-bound musical brings the two groups together to energize his show, the results are less than successful. The professional dancers rebel when the street-wise breakers invade their turf — the theater. Tempers explode and the opening of the show is threatened. The exciting dance sequences, including the grand finale, were choreographed by Beat Street's Lester Wilson.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1985
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Medak
- Original Title
- Breakin' Through
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Home Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Medak
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Medak
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breakin' Through
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Breakin' Through about?
STREET DANCERS: They're bold and they're bad; they're breakers — freestyle dancers who know a mean beat as well as a mean street. STAGE DANCERS: Grand and graceful gypsies — polished performers who are passionate about their art and the theater. When the choreographer of a troubled Broadway-bound musical brings the two groups together to energize his show, the results are less than successful. The professional dancers rebel when the street-wise breakers invade their turf — the theater. Tempers explode and the opening of the show is threatened. The exciting dance sequences, including the grand finale, were choreographed by Beat Street's Lester Wilson.
Who directed Breakin' Through?
Breakin' Through was directed by Peter Medak.
Who stars in Breakin' Through?
The principal cast of Breakin' Through includes Ben Vereen, Lezlie Mogell, Reid Shelton.
When was Breakin' Through released and how long is it?
Breakin' Through was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.