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The Grease Story (2017)

2017-11-05 · 1h 7m · EN
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Grease is still the word

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 TravoltaJohn TravoltaDanny ZukoOlivia Newton-JohnOlivia Newton-JohnSandy OlssonJeff ConawayJeff ConawayKenickieBarry PearlBarry PearlDoodyMichael TucciMichael TucciSonnyKelly WardKelly WardPutzieStockard ChanningStockard ChanningBetty RizzoDidi ConnDidi ConnFrenchyJamie DonnellyJamie DonnellyJanDinah ManoffDinah ManoffMarty MaraschinoEddie DeezenEddie DeezenEugene FelsnicSusan BucknerSusan BucknerPatty Simcox

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Frequently asked questions about The Grease Story

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.

How long is The Grease Story?

The Grease Story has a runtime of 67 minutes.