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6.6 / 10(1,765 votes)IMDbPG-1320111h 53m$63.5M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Footloose

“There comes a time to cut loose”

Synopsis

Ren MacCormack is transplanted from Boston to the small southern town of Bomont where loud music and dancing are prohibited. Not one to bow to the status quo, Ren challenges the ban, revitalizing the town and falling in love with the minister’s troubled daughter Ariel in the process.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-28

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 14, 2011

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

May 9, 2012

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.65x ROI)

Production Budget

$24M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$63.5M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.65x

+$39.5M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $24MWorldwide: $63.5M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Craig Brewer
Screenplay & Story
Craig Brewer, Dean Pitchford
Original Score
Deborah Lurie
Original Title
Footloose
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 53m
Production Budget
$24M
Worldwide Gross
$63.5M
Production Studios
Weston Pictures, Dylan Sellers Productions, Zadan / Meron Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Craig Brewer

Screenplay & Story

Craig Brewer, Dean Pitchford

Original Score & Music

Deborah Lurie

Director of Photography

Amy Vincent

Film Editing

Billy Fox

Producers

Timothy M. Bourne, Brad Weston, Roger Birnbaum, Jonathan Glickman, Craig Zadan

Department Leadership Roster

Craig Brewer

Craig Brewer

Director

Craig Brewer

Craig Brewer

Screenplay

Billy Fox

Editor

Dean Pitchford

Dean Pitchford

Screenplay

Jon Gary Steele

Production Design

Brad Weston

Producer

Craig Zadan

Producer

Dylan Sellers

Producer

Deborah Lurie

Deborah Lurie

Original Music Composer

Laura Jean Shannon

Laura Jean Shannon

Costume Design

Neil Meron

Neil Meron

Producer

Amy Vincent

Amy Vincent

Director of Photography

Lonnie R. Smith Jr.

Lonnie R. Smith Jr.

Stunt Coordinator

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Footloose.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Footloose

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Footloose about?

Ren MacCormack is transplanted from Boston to the small southern town of Bomont where loud music and dancing are prohibited. Not one to bow to the status quo, Ren challenges the ban, revitalizing the town and falling in love with the minister’s troubled daughter Ariel in the process.

Who directed Footloose?

Footloose was directed by Craig Brewer.

Who stars in Footloose?

The principal cast of Footloose includes Dennis Quaid, Kenny Wormald, Julianne Hough, Andie MacDowell, Miles Teller.

When was Footloose released and how long is it?

Footloose was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.

What was the box office and production budget of Footloose?

Footloose had a reported production budget of $24M and grossed $63.5M at the worldwide box office (2.65 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for Footloose?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Footloose was composed by Deborah Lurie.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Footloose?

Footloose holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).