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.
Top Cast
John Travolta as Danny Zuko
Olivia Newton-John as Sandy Olsson
Jeff Conaway as Kenickie (archive footage)
Barry Pearl as Doody
Michael Tucci as Sonny
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