Summary
A sequel to the popular 1987 film "Dirty Dancing" is being made, and Jennifer Grey will reprise her role as Frances "Baby" Houseman. The movie will be produced by the same team behind "The Hunger Games" and is expected to start production later this year.
Key Facts
- The sequel to "Dirty Dancing" was announced by Lionsgate on January 27.
- Jennifer Grey will return as the character Frances "Baby" Houseman.
- The movie will be produced by Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson, known for "The Hunger Games" and "Crazy Rich Asians."
- Kim Rosenstock, known for the series "Dying for Sex," will write the screenplay.
- Production is expected to begin later in 2023.
- Patrick Swayze, who played Johnny Castle in the original film, passed away in 2009.
- A previous attempt at a "Dirty Dancing" sequel, "Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights," was released in 2004 but did not succeed with critics or fans.
- The original "Dirty Dancing" film came out in 1987 and quickly became a fan favorite.
