Friday and Grease go together like rama lama lama ka dinga da dinga dong.
Welcome back to an electrifying edition of our ‘Friday Night Movies‘ series. Today, we’re revving up our engines and heading back to Rydell High with one of the most iconic musicals of all time ‘Grease.’ Directed by Randal Kleiser and released in 1978, this gem is an absolute must-watch for our Friday night lineup delivering a nostalgic blast from the past.
Plot
‘Grease’ immerses us in the world of Rydell High, where greasers and Pink Ladies rule the school. After a passionate summer romance, Danny and Sandy unexpectedly find themselves attending the same high school. However, the carefree summer love they once shared seems like a distant memory as they navigate the complexities of high school cliques and peer pressure.
As they try to fit in, Danny reverts to his tough guy persona while Sandy attempts to embrace her inner Pink Lady. Amidst a whirlwind of catchy musical numbers, hilarious antics, and heartwarming moments, ‘Grease’ takes us on a ride of teenage emotions. Will Danny and Sandy’s love withstand the challenges of adolescence, or will they go their separate ways?
Cast
‘Grease’ boasts an ensemble cast that’s nothing short of legendary. John Travolta‘s Danny is a bad boy with a heart of gold, while Olivia Newton-John‘s Sandy is the epitome of sweetness and innocence. Their on-screen chemistry is as iconic as it gets, and they’re joined by an incredible supporting cast that includes Stockard Channing, Jeff Conaway, and Didi Conn.
Reviews
Not only do we consider ‘Grease’ an all-time classic — critics on Rotten Tomatoes agree with a 75% Tomatometer score and an even higher audience score of 87%. On IMDb with over 297,000 reviews ‘Grease’ is rated 7.2/10, though to be honest we think that is on the low end for such an iconic musical.
Trailer
Fun Facts
Here’s a fun tidbit about ‘Grease’ – the famous flying car scene at the end of the movie wasn’t done with CGI or fancy special effects. The car was rigged with wires and pulled off the illusion with some good old-fashioned movie magic.
Soundtrack
It’s not often that the soundtrack to a movie is equal to the movie itself. The soundtrack is the heartbeat of ‘Grease’ — from the opening chords of “Grease” to the closing notes of “You’re the One That I Want,” this film delivers hit after hit, making it one of the most iconic musical soundtracks in cinematic history.
How To Watch Grease
Grab your favourite movie snacks and settle in — remember Grease is the word.