Top 10 Best Breakdancing Scenes in Movies

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Get ready to groove as we break down the most electrifying breakdancing moments in cinema history! From street performances to epic battles, we're showcasing the most jaw-dropping dance sequences that brought b-boying to the big screen.

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00:00Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the greatest live-action

00:12film scenes that feature breakdancing.

00:19Number 10.

00:20Street Performance – Flashdance

00:29Known as a seminal film from the 1980s, Flashdance features all kinds of energetic choreographies.

00:35Working-class hero Alex Owens dreams of moving from welding to dance.

00:39With the movie embracing everything from ballet to breakdancing, this scene spotlights the

00:43diversity of styles.

00:45Owens spots a group tearing it up outside, and is clearly taken with the performers.

00:50The lighthearted routine champions the artistic trends of the time.

00:54It's also a moment that inspires the character even further, with her audition later incorporating

00:58some awesome moves.

01:06Plus the entire thing also brings out the casual and joyful nature of the art form.

01:17Number 9.

01:19Outdoor Dance Class – Honey

01:21Not all the best performers train in a studio.

01:24With this scene from Honey, the title character runs into some extraordinary breakdancers

01:28outdoors.

01:35Needless to say, they more than deliver with their undisputed talents.

01:39Along with some clear swagger, Benny and his cohort show Honey that there's fantastic work

01:43being done on the street.

01:45The slick moves wow her, with the instructor offering the kids an invitation to her class.

01:57While this scene features some great breakdancing, it also tries to cross the divide between

02:01formal training and raw talent.

02:04The results are one unforgettable part of an entertaining dance movie.

02:14Number 8.

02:15The Big Finish – Wild Style

02:22In the earlier days of rap and breakdancing, movies like Wild Style served as a time capsule.

02:27The film includes all kinds of artists, emcees, and b-boys that come together to show off

02:32their abilities.

02:34The finale allows many of them to excel, providing more than a few chances to excite the audience.

02:45These breakdancers are part of an amazing event, highlighting their connection to hip-hop

02:49culture.

02:50Celebrating music through motion, this moment gives us all the thrills we could want from

02:54wonderful choreography.

02:56It's a historical document with as many power moves as influential figures, like the Rock

03:00Steady Crew.

03:02What more could you want?

03:08Number 7.

03:09Tyler and Nora's Routine – Step Up

03:25In the first Step Up movie, breakdancing blends other dance styles.

03:29This is especially clear in the exciting ending.

03:32While Nora Clark has more traditional and ballet-based choreo, Tyler Gage busts out

03:36his hip-hop influences.

03:45The end sequence finds a way to allow for both bold movements and intimate moments.

03:49After offering up a romantic interlude, the characters transition into a section with

03:53more lively breakdancing.

03:57There's enough here to satisfy all kinds of music and dance lovers.

04:05Along with some killer lifts, the dynamic choreography celebrates the skills needed

04:09to pull off this kind of grooving.

04:22Number 6.

04:23Breaking It to the Streets – Breakin' 2 Electric Boogaloo

04:30Released in the same year as the original, Breakin' 2 tries its best to create more

04:34musical set pieces.

04:36This includes a scene where a parade of people dance through the streets.

04:39With a carefree attitude, it's a positive tribute to breakdancing that brings together

04:43an entire community of artists.

04:54We get to watch dancers of all ages break out their favorite moves.

04:58Along the way, the cast and extras create a fun-filled atmosphere that we wish we could

05:02join.

05:03Regardless of how you feel about the larger film, this sequence from Breakin' 2 Electric

05:07Boogaloo lets b-boys and b-girls shine with or without a stage.

05:17Number 5.

05:19Last Battle – You Got Served

05:29For all of the spectacular breakdancing in You Got Served, it saves its best visuals

05:33for last.

05:34As the two teams battle it out in the final, they unleash amazing choreo on each other.

05:47We're talking cool spins, acrobatic flips, and other moves showcasing their strength.

05:52Each group dishes out their finest poses and finishers.

05:55Some even make themselves look like they're moving in slow motion.

06:06In the end, these miraculous moves give David and Elgin's squad the advantage.

06:10The heroes have a chance to properly serve their opponents, and we get a true rhythmic

06:14treat.

06:22Number 4.

06:23Competition – Step Up 3D

06:35Near the end of this fun sequel, the skilled pirates come up against the fearsome samurai.

06:39The climactic battle combines the best of the Step Up franchise into one showstopper

06:44after another.

06:45We watch as breakdancers assemble in highly technical routines.

06:49With perfect timing and synchronization, they make it all look effortless.

06:53The camera puts the groups on notice with everything from robotic movements to lightning

06:57quick reflexes.

07:07There's also some notable outfits to punctuate the dancers' hard work.

07:11By the time they reach the final flourish, we're exhausted by the sheer amount of talent

07:16on display.

07:27Number 3.

07:28Finale – Beat Street

07:39Pulling out all of the stops, Beat Street culminates in an action-packed ending.

07:43We're talking about all kinds of breakdancers doing headspins and impressive moves.

07:48It goes without saying, but it's exciting to see this much talent on display.

07:58That's saying nothing of the gospel choir, which only livens things up more.

08:02Soon, most of the ensemble crowds the stage in a sign of musical solidarity.

08:07This finale definitely doesn't skimp on the production values or the dedicated performances.

08:12They're taking in the sights, and we love it.

08:15We just wish we could jump through the screen to see it all in person.

08:24Number 2.

08:25Broom Dance – Break-In

08:26It's one of the most famous breakdancing movies, with great numbers like the thrilling

08:36finale.

08:37Earlier in the film, Break-In showcases the work of performers like Boogaloo Shrimp.

08:41As Turbo, he does an iconic routine with a broom.

08:50The solo sequence provides more than a few chances to show off.

08:53It's bursting with creativity, giving Shrimp a chance to entertain and wow audiences with

08:58his brilliance.

09:06He manipulates the object and performs maneuvers that aren't for the faint of heart.

09:10The breakdancer delivers mind-bending moves, making you wonder if he can bend the laws

09:14of physics.

09:39Number 1.

09:40Rain Dance – Step Up To The Streets

09:51If you think regular breakdancing is hard, try doing it in the rain.

09:54The result is this wet routine, which really takes things to the next level.

10:08The addition of carefully placed lights gives the sequence extra flair, too.

10:12Not worried about the weather, the dancers put their bodies on the line to entertain

10:16us.

10:17The puddles only enhance their unbelievable movements.

10:29With their feet splashing and gliding through slick terrain in this stylish scene, they

10:33never fail to entertain.

10:35You might be asking yourself how they pull off so many breathtaking moves without slipping.

10:39We are, too.

10:51Did we forget another incredible breakdancing scene?

10:54Let us know in the comments below.

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