Was Grease a big hit?

On June 16, 1978, one of the most beloved Broadway shows of all time became one of the most beloved films of all time when Grease hit cinemas to the most lucrative box-office reception in American movie-musical history.

Who are the T-Birds Grease?

The T-birds’ logo. The T-Birds are a gang of boys who attend Rydell High School. In the first film, they consist of Danny Zuko, Kenickie, Doody, Sonny, and Putzie. In the sequel, they consist of Johnny Nogerelli, Louis DiMucci, Goose McKenzie, Davey Jaworski, and later Michael Carrington.

Was Grease in the 70?

Though set in the late 1950s, the movie “Grease” is a ’70s experience at heart, recognizable as such from the opening strains of its radio-friendly disco theme song written by Barry Gibb and sung by Frankie Valli.

How far apart is Grease and Grease 2?

two years
Grease 2 takes place two years after the events of the first film at Rydell High, the same mostly caucasian high school where knives are unironically allowed. However, this time it’s with different students!

How old was Sandy in Grease?

Sandy Olsson, Danny’s love interest, is 17 or 18 in “Grease.” After Danny messes things up, Sandy spends some time with the jock Tom but eventually realizes Danny is the one that she wants.

How old was Kenickie in Grease?

But you might be surprised at just how old some of the actors actually were when they were starring as teenagers. The oldest high schooler in “Grease” was Stockard Channing (Rizzo), who was 33. John Travolta (Danny) was 23 and Jeff Conaway (Kenickie) was 26. Olivia Newton-John (Sandy) turned 29 during filming.

Why is Frenchie in Grease 2?

The character was written out during filming, and she was told halfway through that she was no longer needed. The filmmakers ultimately decided to include Frenchy in the final cut, though they had limited footage. Conn described the filming process as “rushed, frantic, and unorganized.”

Did Grease 2 make money?

It is an ingratiating, jubilant improvement on a crummy original.” Even with a few cheerleaders, Grease 2 grossed just over at the box office, a fraction of what its predecessor made and barely covering its budget. Plans for more sequels were promptly scrapped.