The Grease Story
“Grease is still the word”
Synopsis
The story behind the classic movie musical. The programme examines the original stage musical in the early 1970s, which starred a young Richard Gere, and the changes that occurred between stage and screen, including the addition of several new songs and toning down the original show's darker elements. Plus, a look at some of the actors who could have played the roles made famous by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.
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John Travolta
Danny Zuko
Olivia Newton-John
Sandy Olsson
Jeff Conaway
Kenickie (archive footage)
Barry Pearl
Doody
Michael Tucci
Sonny
Kelly Ward
Putzie
Stockard Channing
Betty Rizzo
Didi Conn
Frenchy
Jamie Donnelly
Jan
Dinah Manoff
Marty Maraschino
Eddie Deezen
Eugene Felsnic
Susan Buckner
Patty Simcox
Lorenzo Lamas
Tom Chisum
Dennis Stewart
Leo 'Craterface' Balmudo (archive footage)
Annette Charles
Charlene 'Cha Cha' DiGregorio (archive footage)
Eve Arden
Principal McGee (archive footage)
Dody Goodman
Blanche Hodel (archive footage)
Sid Caesar
Coach Calhoun (archive footage)
Key Information & Fast Facts
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- Original Title
- The Grease Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is The Grease Story about?
The story behind the classic movie musical. The programme examines the original stage musical in the early 1970s, which starred a young Richard Gere, and the changes that occurred between stage and screen, including the addition of several new songs and toning down the original show's darker elements. Plus, a look at some of the actors who could have played the roles made famous by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.
Who directed The Grease Story?
The Grease Story was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in The Grease Story?
The principal cast of The Grease Story includes John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Jeff Conaway, Barry Pearl, Michael Tucci.
When was The Grease Story released and how long is it?
The Grease Story was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Grease Story?
The Grease Story holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).