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Footloose Movie Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Footloose movies in order

Last updated: October 4 2026

Written by: ChronoAlice

A small town bans dancing, and one rebellious teen fights to bring it back. The Footloose story has been told twice β€” here's how the original and its remake stack up.

Footloose is the quintessential 1980s dance drama, following Ren McCormack as he challenges a town's ban on dancing and rock music. The 1984 original became a cultural touchstone, and a 2011 remake brought the toe-tapping story to a new generation with updated choreography.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order simply means watching the beloved 1984 original before the modern remake.

  1. Footloose (1984)
  2. Footloose (2011)

Both films tell the same core story, so there's no connected chronology β€” just two versions of a timeless tale.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

Story chronology doesn't really apply here, since the 2011 film is a remake rather than a sequel. Each stands entirely on its own.

  1. Footloose (1984)
  2. Footloose (2011) β€” remake of the original

Which Order Should You Choose?

Watch the 1984 original first β€” its iconic soundtrack and Kevin Bacon's star-making performance make it the definitive version. The 2011 remake is a faithful, energetic update worth a look if you enjoyed the story. You only need one to get the gist, but the original is the one that'll have you dancing.

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