Step Up (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2006, Step Up is a drama, crime, romance and music film directed by Anne Fletcher, running about 104 minutes. “Every second chance begins with a first step.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the chance to earn a scholarship and dance with an up and coming dancer, Nora.

Who’s in it. Step Up stars Channing Tatum as Tyler Gage, Jenna Dewan as Nora Clark, Damaine Radcliff as Mac Carter and Rachel Griffiths as Director Gordon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Step Up has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $114.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Step Up page.

If you liked it. Fans of Step Up tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Step Up (2006)?
In US, Step Up is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Step Up worth watching?
Step Up holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Step Up?
Step Up stars Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan, Damaine Radcliff, Rachel Griffiths and De'Shawn Washington.
When was Step Up released?
Step Up was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.