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Grease 2 (1982)
References
Bambi (1942)
You Bet Your Life (1950)
Depicted in opening animated credits
Depicted in opening animated credits
From Here to Eternity (1953)
The Pinky Lee Show (1954)
Rizzo tosses milkshake into Kenickie's face and shouts "From you to me, Pinky Lee!"
Rizzo tosses milkshake into Kenickie's face and shouts "From you to me, Pinky Lee!"
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing (1955)
The opening sequence to Grease features the theme song, and there's also some poking fun at the plot as well.
The opening sequence to Grease features the theme song, and there's also some poking fun at the plot as well.
Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
The Bad Seed (1956)
Rizzo refers to Patty Simcox as "the bad seed of Rydell High"
Rizzo refers to Patty Simcox as "the bad seed of Rydell High"
The Ten Commandments (1956)
Billboard in opening animated credits
Billboard in opening animated credits
Tammy and the Bachelor (1957)
Frenchy discusses how Debbie Reynolds had a guardian angel immediately before "Beauty School Dropout"; also, on marquee in animated opening credits
Frenchy discusses how Debbie Reynolds had a guardian angel immediately before "Beauty School Dropout"; also, on marquee in animated opening credits
The Blob (1958)
Trailer playing at drive-in
Trailer playing at drive-in
A Summer Place (1959)
referenced in the 'Look at me im Sandra dee' where it references Sandra dee and Troy Donahues relationship
referenced in the 'Look at me im Sandra dee' where it references Sandra dee and Troy Donahues relationship
Ben-Hur (1959)
race scene/similar cheating device
race scene/similar cheating device
Planet of the Apes (1968)
Referenced in
Saturday Night Live: Frank Zappa (1978)
Title mentioned by Father Guido Sarducci on Weekend update
Title mentioned by Father Guido Sarducci on Weekend update
Saturday Night Live: Buck Henry/The Grateful Dead (1978)
Title mentioned in More Flu to Worry About
Title mentioned in More Flu to Worry About
Bobby Vinton's Rock 'n Rollers (1978)
Features two of the film's stars, "You're the One That I Want," and network commercials declared it was "like Grease on wheels!"
Features two of the film's stars, "You're the One That I Want," and network commercials declared it was "like Grease on wheels!"
Dizengoff 99 (1979)
Poster
Poster
Tutti a squola (1979)
During final musical number, Pipo Franco dresses and moves like John Travolta
During final musical number, Pipo Franco dresses and moves like John Travolta
L'infermiera di notte (1979)
poster visible in the disco
poster visible in the disco
L'insegnante balla... con tutta la classe (1979)
Poster and lobby card on Lino Banfi's wall
Poster and lobby card on Lino Banfi's wall
Summer Camp (1979)
My Old Man (1979)
Next to Jo's bed is a poster of Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta from the film Grease.
Next to Jo's bed is a poster of Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta from the film Grease.
An Adventure in Filmmaking: The Making of 'The Blue Lagoon' (1980)
Kleiser references film several times.
Kleiser references film several times.
Spetters (1980)
There's a picture of John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in the caravan.
There's a picture of John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in the caravan.
Little Darlings (1980)
Can't Stop the Music (1980)
poster on Jack's wall
poster on Jack's wall
Superman II (1980)
Movie poster seen on a wall in the background during the Ohio village sequence.
Movie poster seen on a wall in the background during the Ohio village sequence.
Mork & Mindy: Mork, the Monkey's Uncle (1980)
When Mork sees Mindy wearing a blonde wig, he says "What have they done to you, turned you into Sandra Dee!", referring to Olivia Newton-John's character in Grease.
When Mork sees Mindy wearing a blonde wig, he says "What have they done to you, turned you into Sandra Dee!", referring to Olivia Newton-John's character in Grease.
Student Bodies (1981)
The school is doing a non-musical version of 'Grease'
The school is doing a non-musical version of 'Grease'
At the Movies: The Secret of 'Star Wars' (1983)
Referenced by Roger Ebert in a discussion of sequels.
Referenced by Roger Ebert in a discussion of sequels.
Repo Man (1984)
(a) car chase in L.A. wash/aqueduct; (b) older model car lifts off ground and flies away in final scene
(a) car chase in L.A. wash/aqueduct; (b) older model car lifts off ground and flies away in final scene
Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985)
Quote "That's my name, don't wear it out".
Quote "That's my name, don't wear it out".
Memories of Videodisc (1986)
Flight of the Navigator (1986)
Music from Grease is played as a reference to previous works of director Randal Kleiser
Music from Grease is played as a reference to previous works of director Randal Kleiser
The Facts of Life: 62 Pick Up (1987)
The names of the members of the girl group are the same as the Pink Ladies in this film.
The names of the members of the girl group are the same as the Pink Ladies in this film.
Hairspray (1988)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Million Eyes of Sumuru (1989)
Servo: "He knows all the words to 'Grease.'"
Servo: "He knows all the words to 'Grease.'"
Freddy's Nightmares: Safe Sex (1989)
Poster is shown.
Poster is shown.
Cheers: Grease (1990)
Title reference
Title reference
Tiny Toon Adventures: Psychic Fun-omenon Day (1990)
Beeper's Latin name is "Greasius Lightning."
Beeper's Latin name is "Greasius Lightning."
Whose Line Is It Anyway?: Episode #3.14 (1991)
One of the suggestions for 'Audition'
One of the suggestions for 'Audition'
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Daddy-O (1991)
Crow: "Grease is the word."
Crow: "Grease is the word."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenage Caveman (1991)
Joel: "Grease is the word."
Joel: "Grease is the word."
Melrose Place: Drawing the Line (1992)
Allison mentions this in a conversation with Billy.
Allison mentions this in a conversation with Billy.
Comic Relief: The Invasion of the Comic Tomatoes (1993)
Mentioned in 'Fry'
Mentioned in 'Fry'
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teen-Age Crime Wave (1994)
Tom: "Looks like the cast of 'Grease' missed the activity bus."
Tom: "Looks like the cast of 'Grease' missed the activity bus."
Pulp Fiction (1994)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Girls Town (1994)
Tom (singing): "Go, Greased Lightning, you're burnin' up the quarter-mile!"
Tom (singing): "Go, Greased Lightning, you're burnin' up the quarter-mile!"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Skydivers (1994)
Mike and the bots sing "You're the one that I Want"
Mike and the bots sing "You're the one that I Want"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Violent Years (1994)
Tom: "'Grease': the version they dared not make"
Tom: "'Grease': the version they dared not make"
Ik ben je moeder niet: Drank maakt meer kapot (1995)
Peter wants to dress as John Travolta and Manon as Olivia Newton-John for a 50s themed party
Peter wants to dress as John Travolta and Manon as Olivia Newton-John for a 50s themed party
Saturday Night Live: Bob Saget/TLC (1995)
Cover on shelf in Karl's Video Store
Cover on shelf in Karl's Video Store
Clueless (1995)
Love and Other Catastrophes (1996)
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch: Hilda and Zelda: the Teenage Years (1997)
Sabrina's line in the opening credits (which is unique to each episode) is "Grease is 'a' word, not 'the' word."
Sabrina's line in the opening credits (which is unique to each episode) is "Grease is 'a' word, not 'the' word."
Kiss Me, Guido (1997)
Face/Off (1997)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Overdrawn at the Memory Bank (1997)
"Beauty School Dropout!"
"Beauty School Dropout!"
Dawson's Creek: Dance (1998)
Dawson Mentions the film
Dawson Mentions the film
South Park: Tom's Rhinoplasty (1998)
Cartman says "Wow, Wendy looks just like that chick from Grease"
Cartman says "Wow, Wendy looks just like that chick from Grease"
Saturday Night Live: Steve Buscemi/Third Eye Blind (1998)
Mentioned on Morning Latte
Mentioned on Morning Latte
Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place: Two Guys, a Girl and a Recovery (1998)
Mr. Bauer recounts Danny's summer with Sandy as if he had experienced it himself
Mr. Bauer recounts Danny's summer with Sandy as if he had experienced it himself
The Parent Trap (1998)
A banner promoting the Thespians' Club production of "Grease" can be seen hanging at the camp.
A banner promoting the Thespians' Club production of "Grease" can be seen hanging at the camp.
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch: It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad Season Opener (1998)
Sabrina chooses this for the dance theme.
Sabrina chooses this for the dance theme.
The Worst Witch: The Heat Is On (1998)
Miss Bat sings a snippet of 'Summer Nights'.
Miss Bat sings a snippet of 'Summer Nights'.
South Park: Prehistoric Ice Man (1999)
Cartman talks about this film.
Cartman talks about this film.
Jawbreaker (1999)
The high school auditions are for the play "Grease" but it's not determined if the school play is based on the theatrical version of "Grease" or the stage version.
The high school auditions are for the play "Grease" but it's not determined if the school play is based on the theatrical version of "Grease" or the stage version.
Home Improvement: Mark's Big Break (1999)
"Greased Lightning" is sung and the scene is recreated
"Greased Lightning" is sung and the scene is recreated
The Last Train (1999)
Never Been Kissed (1999)
The King Is Alive (2000)
Scary Movie (2000)
Vulgar (2000)
mentioned by Kevin Smith's character
mentioned by Kevin Smith's character
Freaks and Geeks: Noshing and Moshing (2000)
Sam mentions the movie
Sam mentions the movie
Bette: The Invisible Mom (2001)
Olivia Newton-John reveals that her rivalry with Bette Midler began at the audition for Grease.
Olivia Newton-John reveals that her rivalry with Bette Midler began at the audition for Grease.
Gilmore Girls: The Third Lorelai (2001)
Louise and Madeline suggest a Pink Ladies makeover for Paris: high heels, black spandex, and permed hair
Louise and Madeline suggest a Pink Ladies makeover for Paris: high heels, black spandex, and permed hair
Sidewalks of New York (2001)
Rock Star (2001)
Gilmore Girls: The Road Trip to Harvard (2001)
Rory calls Lorelai Rizzo for suggesting sneaking a smoke and checking for an aspirin in her coke. This is the series' 2nd reference to this movie
Rory calls Lorelai Rizzo for suggesting sneaking a smoke and checking for an aspirin in her coke. This is the series' 2nd reference to this movie
Saturday Night Live: Gwyneth Paltrow/Ryan Adams (2001)
"Summer Love" is sung in Mango sketch
"Summer Love" is sung in Mango sketch
Family Guy: Ready, Willing and Disabled (2001)
Joe's manager calls him "Greased Lightning".
Joe's manager calls him "Greased Lightning".
Backflash (2002)
Gilmore Girls: Richard in Stars Hollow (2002)
Lorelai tells Rory that she feels like she should have been standing between Dean and Richard's cars, waving a flag when they take off for Gypsy's garage. This is the second reference to this film.
Lorelai tells Rory that she feels like she should have been standing between Dean and Richard's cars, waving a flag when they take off for Gypsy's garage. This is the second reference to this film.
Just Shoot Me!: Friends and Neighbors (2002)
Kevin and Finch sing "Summer Lovin'."
Kevin and Finch sing "Summer Lovin'."
The Simpsons: Tales from the Public Domain (2002)
Moe: Greece IS the word!
Moe: Greece IS the word!
That '70s Show: Prank Day (2002)
Jackie wants to use her stuffed animals to stage "an all-unicorn production of 'Grease'."
Jackie wants to use her stuffed animals to stage "an all-unicorn production of 'Grease'."
King of the Hill: Of Mice and Little Green Men (2002)
The film is mentioned by name.
The film is mentioned by name.
The Inspector Lynley Mysteries: For the Sake of Elena (2002)
Poster in Havers' room.
Poster in Havers' room.
Scooby-Doo (2002)
The Guru (2002)
The Nugget (2002)
"watch a bit of Grease with the Dolby stereo"
"watch a bit of Grease with the Dolby stereo"
A Decade Under the Influence (2003)
mentioned in documentary
mentioned in documentary
Gilmore Girls: Dear Emily and Richard (2003)
It is among the DVDs that Lorelai buys for Emily.
It is among the DVDs that Lorelai buys for Emily.
Final Fantasy X-2 (2003)
When Rikku casts the spell Thunder, she yells "Grease Lightning!" referencing the song in Grease.
When Rikku casts the spell Thunder, she yells "Grease Lightning!" referencing the song in Grease.
The Wannabes (2003)
Danny performs the routine from Grease's "You're The One That I Want"
Danny performs the routine from Grease's "You're The One That I Want"
National Lampoon's Gold Diggers (2003)
Seen on a theater marquee during the opening credits
Seen on a theater marquee during the opening credits
Los Serrano: La guerra de los Martínez (2003)
They recreate the famous duet scene in this episode.
They recreate the famous duet scene in this episode.
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003)
dialogue
dialogue
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
The Pussy Wagon takes it's name from the 'Greased Lightning' lyric, "She's a real Pussy Wagon".
The Pussy Wagon takes it's name from the 'Greased Lightning' lyric, "She's a real Pussy Wagon".
It's Latter-Day Night! Live Comedy (2003)
"Hopelessly Devoted to You" is one of the songs played by Hymnfir.
"Hopelessly Devoted to You" is one of the songs played by Hymnfir.
Wonderfalls: Karma Chameleon (2004)
When Jaye confronts another character, saying she's like a character in a movie, the response is "Grease?"
When Jaye confronts another character, saying she's like a character in a movie, the response is "Grease?"
Connie and Carla (2004)
Debbie Reynolds performed with the drag queens singing Rizzo's famous song.
Debbie Reynolds performed with the drag queens singing Rizzo's famous song.
Saturday Night Live: Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen/J-Kwon (2004)
The cast sings 'Summer Nights'
The cast sings 'Summer Nights'
Peter Kay: Live at the Manchester Arena (2004)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Bride & Prejudice (2004)
The scene with the Bakshi sisters singing "No Life Without Wife" references the scene in Marty Maraschino's bedroom with the Pink Ladies, when Rizzo sings "Look at Me I'm Sandra Dee."
The scene with the Bakshi sisters singing "No Life Without Wife" references the scene in Marty Maraschino's bedroom with the Pink Ladies, when Rizzo sings "Look at Me I'm Sandra Dee."
Veronica Mars: Meet John Smith (2004)
Duncan starts singing a song from the movie on the bleachers
Duncan starts singing a song from the movie on the bleachers
Signs and Voices (2004)
A sign in the film satirizes the film.
A sign in the film satirizes the film.
Inside Deep Throat (2005)
Script and stills.
Script and stills.
Stargate: Atlantis: Letters from Pegasus (2005)
McKay says he never saw Grease even though he "had a thing for Olivia Newton-John".
McKay says he never saw Grease even though he "had a thing for Olivia Newton-John".
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends: Partying Is Such Sweet Soiree (2005)
Dancey Pantalones is hailed as the best dancer at fosters "with the worst reputation"
Dancey Pantalones is hailed as the best dancer at fosters "with the worst reputation"
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Jimmy Fallon (2005)
The cast sings 'Summer Nights'
The cast sings 'Summer Nights'
Monster-in-Law (2005)
Murphy names it as one her favorite movies
Murphy names it as one her favorite movies
Bølle Bob og Smukke Sally (2005)
Bob the Bully wants to make a mix of Friday the 13th and Grease as a musical
Bob the Bully wants to make a mix of Friday the 13th and Grease as a musical
Extras: Les Dennis (2005)
Poster in Lizzie's room and a photo of Olivia Newton John & John Travolta on set. Lizzie and Bunny perform some of Summer Lovin' later on.
Poster in Lizzie's room and a photo of Olivia Newton John & John Travolta on set. Lizzie and Bunny perform some of Summer Lovin' later on.
Weeds: Lude Awakening (2005)
Celia wears a Pink Ladies jacket
Celia wears a Pink Ladies jacket
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Dan Aykroyd (2005)
Referenced in The Nerds and the Norge
Referenced in The Nerds and the Norge
Kids in America (2005)
Love Wrecked (2005)
"You're the one that I want" (song from director's previous movie said)
"You're the one that I want" (song from director's previous movie said)
The 100 Greatest Family Films (2005)
Makes the countdown, is talked about in detail.
Makes the countdown, is talked about in detail.
Veronica Mars: Ain't No Magic Mountain High Enough (2006)
the song "You're the One That I Want" mentioned
the song "You're the One That I Want" mentioned
My Name Is Earl: Didn't Pay Taxes (2006)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
American Dreamz (2006)
Omar singing Grease Lightning at the end of the movie
Omar singing Grease Lightning at the end of the movie
The Shaggy Dog (2006)
when the boy was dancing on his bed he was singing showtunes from the movie 'grease'
when the boy was dancing on his bed he was singing showtunes from the movie 'grease'
Saturday Night Live: Antonio Banderas/Mary J. Blige (2006)
Album cover visible in Kareoke skit
Album cover visible in Kareoke skit
Postcards: Episode #8.5 (2006)
One story has a "dream sequence" where Glen and Lawrence perform the song Greased Lightning from this movie.
One story has a "dream sequence" where Glen and Lawrence perform the song Greased Lightning from this movie.
Savage Harvest 2: October Blood (2006)
VHS tape seen
VHS tape seen
The Simpsons: The Monkey Suit (2006)
Grease 2 sign: "The musical based on the sequel to the movie based on the musical"
Grease 2 sign: "The musical based on the sequel to the movie based on the musical"
The Paul O'Grady Show: Episode #4.37 (2006)
"The song Summer Lovin' comes from which musical film? Is it A. Grease, B. Mary Poppins or C. Oliver!"
"The song Summer Lovin' comes from which musical film? Is it A. Grease, B. Mary Poppins or C. Oliver!"
Boom Bang-a-Bang! 50 Years of Eurovision (2006)
A still photograph is shown
A still photograph is shown
Will & Grace: The Finale (2006)
Will mentions it
Will mentions it
Scarface: The World Is Yours (2006)
The drive-in movie theater owner claims to Tony that local gangs have been using his property for a demolition derby because they were "probably watching too much 'Grease' or something"
The drive-in movie theater owner claims to Tony that local gangs have been using his property for a demolition derby because they were "probably watching too much 'Grease' or something"
Tyhi vouno: Episode #1.1 (2006)
It is referenced that Mela saw that film before she had decided to become a dance reacher.
It is referenced that Mela saw that film before she had decided to become a dance reacher.
Totally Awesome (2006)
Kipp says he was watching this John Travolta movie
Kipp says he was watching this John Travolta movie
Psych: From the Earth to Starbucks (2007)
Shawn mentions Kenickie and Danny Zucko, characters from Grease.
Shawn mentions Kenickie and Danny Zucko, characters from Grease.
American Idol: Auditions: Los Angeles (2007)
Artwork shown onscreen when Olivia Newton-John is introduced
Artwork shown onscreen when Olivia Newton-John is introduced
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #6.8 (2007)
One of the judges mentions this movie while describing the era that Fifi Box and Paul Green captured when they danced the Jive.
One of the judges mentions this movie while describing the era that Fifi Box and Paul Green captured when they danced the Jive.
Death Proof (2007)
Zoe's black and yellow Mustang features the 'Pussy Wagon' logo, a reference to the "Greased Lightning" lyric.
Zoe's black and yellow Mustang features the 'Pussy Wagon' logo, a reference to the "Greased Lightning" lyric.
Postcards: Viewers' Special (2007)
In one story, Glen Moriarty and Lawrence Mooney perform the song "Greased Lightning".
In one story, Glen Moriarty and Lawrence Mooney perform the song "Greased Lightning".
It Takes Two: Episode #2.9 (2007)
Jo Stanley mentions that this movie is part of her fantasy after she and Anthony Callea sing Johnny B. Goode.
Jo Stanley mentions that this movie is part of her fantasy after she and Anthony Callea sing Johnny B. Goode.
TV Land Confidential: Movies (2007)
still pictures
still pictures
Roadkill (2007)
The police officer, Jocko Marcellino, was in Grease (1978) and wore a similar jacket in the film.
The police officer, Jocko Marcellino, was in Grease (1978) and wore a similar jacket in the film.
High School Musical 2 (2007)
Sharpay:"I said keep an eye on them, not turn them into the cast of Grease."
Sharpay:"I said keep an eye on them, not turn them into the cast of Grease."
The Light and the Dark: The Making of 'Face/Off' (2007)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #7.1 (2007)
When Daryl Somers chats with Patti Newton after the couples' introductions, she tells him that she is like Sandy from Grease.
When Daryl Somers chats with Patti Newton after the couples' introductions, she tells him that she is like Sandy from Grease.
Brothers & Sisters: Home Front (2007)
Kevin compares himself and Jason to Danny and Sandy.
Kevin compares himself and Jason to Danny and Sandy.
Have I Got News for You: Episode #34.3 (2007)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Wizards of Waverly Place: New Employee (2007)
Alex belittles her mother's taste in movie musicals, mistakenly combining Grease with Footloose
Alex belittles her mother's taste in movie musicals, mistakenly combining Grease with Footloose
Psych: Shawn (and Gus) of the Dead (2008)
Shawn introduces Gus as Patty Simcox- a character from Grease
Shawn introduces Gus as Patty Simcox- a character from Grease
It Takes Two: Episode #3.3 (2008)
Scott Draper and Ricki-Lee Coulter perform the song Summer Days from this movie.
Scott Draper and Ricki-Lee Coulter perform the song Summer Days from this movie.
Saturday Night Live: Christopher Walken/Panic at the Disco (2008)
Soundtrack album visible on Miss Hash' keyboard
Soundtrack album visible on Miss Hash' keyboard
How I Met Your Mother: Sandcastles in the Sand (2008)
When Robin tells the group about her summer of love, Barney responds with "tell me more, tell me more, like did he have a car?"
When Robin tells the group about her summer of love, Barney responds with "tell me more, tell me more, like did he have a car?"
Ideal: The Past (2008)
Brian calls Jem "Danny Zuko".
Brian calls Jem "Danny Zuko".
Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List: Fly the Super Gay Skies (2008)
Kathy says that she is a bigger bitch than Rizzo.
Kathy says that she is a bigger bitch than Rizzo.
Mamma Mia! (2008)
At the end of "Lay All Your Love On Me" the guys reprise some dance moves seen towards the end of "We Go Together"
At the end of "Lay All Your Love On Me" the guys reprise some dance moves seen towards the end of "We Go Together"
Fred: Fred Auditions for a Play (2008)
Grease (1978) is a film in which the play Fred wants to participate in is based
Grease (1978) is a film in which the play Fred wants to participate in is based
Fred: Fred's Mom Returns (2008)
Grease, The play that Fred is participating in, is refrenced again in this proceeding episode
Grease, The play that Fred is participating in, is refrenced again in this proceeding episode
Fred: Fred: A Star in His Own Mind (2008)
Fred refrences the play that is based on the film
Fred refrences the play that is based on the film
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #8.7 (2008)
Luke Jacobz and Luda Kroitor dance their Jive to the song Greased Lightning.
Luke Jacobz and Luda Kroitor dance their Jive to the song Greased Lightning.
Starz Inside: Fashion in Film (2008)
Still photos shown.
Still photos shown.
Hewy's Animated Movie Reviews: Bolt (2008)
Hewy says John Travolta starred in this movie
Hewy says John Travolta starred in this movie
Small Town Culture War (2009)
The small town high school's production of 'Grease' sparked the controversy. Some interviewed also comment on the film's story line and effect on the teenage population.
The small town high school's production of 'Grease' sparked the controversy. Some interviewed also comment on the film's story line and effect on the teenage population.
Saturday Night Live: Neil Patrick Harris/Taylor Swift (2009)
In a news story, Seth mentions that this musical is closing.
In a news story, Seth mentions that this musical is closing.
United States of Tara: Work (2009)
Marshall's high school has a high school production of Grease
Marshall's high school has a high school production of Grease
RuPaul's Drag Race: M.A.C/Viva Glam Challenge (2009)
RuPaul mentions the film when speaking about Rebecca's outfit.
RuPaul mentions the film when speaking about Rebecca's outfit.
Saturday Night Live: Seth Rogen/Phoenix (2009)
"The One That I Want" played prominently during The Presentation sketch
"The One That I Want" played prominently during The Presentation sketch
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.137 (2009)
Included in a $300 question
Included in a $300 question
30 Rock: Mamma Mia (2009)
Tracy says Donald reminded him of John Travolta's character in Grease.
Tracy says Donald reminded him of John Travolta's character in Grease.
Glee: Pilot (2009)
New Directions rehearse "You're the One That I Want" - a song which originated in the film version of 'Grease' and not the earlier stage production.
New Directions rehearse "You're the One That I Want" - a song which originated in the film version of 'Grease' and not the earlier stage production.
Weeds: All About My Mom (2009)
Andy is thinking of calling his new vehicle 'Greased Lightning'
Andy is thinking of calling his new vehicle 'Greased Lightning'
Youth in Revolt (2009)
In the credits Nick and Sheeni are driving a convertible. Sheeni presses a button with wings on it and the car speeds up in the sky, just like the last scene in Grease.
In the credits Nick and Sheeni are driving a convertible. Sheeni presses a button with wings on it and the car speeds up in the sky, just like the last scene in Grease.
The Amazing Race: They Thought Godzilla Was Walking Down the Street (2009)
Mentioned in opening about the LA River
Mentioned in opening about the LA River
Accidentally on Purpose: One Night Stand (2009)
Billie does "the lipstick thing from 'Grease'".
Billie does "the lipstick thing from 'Grease'".
Eastwick: Fleas and Casserole (2009)
Penny likens her relationship with Joanna to Danny Zuco and Kenickie.
Penny likens her relationship with Joanna to Danny Zuco and Kenickie.
Glee: Hairography (2009)
Finn & Rachel sing "You're the One that I Want" and Kurt urges Rachel to change her looks just like Olivia Newton John in Grease
Finn & Rachel sing "You're the One that I Want" and Kurt urges Rachel to change her looks just like Olivia Newton John in Grease
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.56 (2009)
John Travolta says that he was working on the film when Robin Williams was working on "Mork & Mindy"
John Travolta says that he was working on the film when Robin Williams was working on "Mork & Mindy"
Dollhouse: The Left Hand (2009)
When Boyd ask Victor what's the word. Victor replies it's not grease.. Referencing the title track from the film
When Boyd ask Victor what's the word. Victor replies it's not grease.. Referencing the title track from the film
The Vampire Diaries: Unpleasantville (2010)
Mentioned By Elena
Mentioned By Elena
Supernatural: The Song Remains the Same (2010)
movie poster in alley
movie poster in alley
Psych: A Very Juliet Episode (2010)
Juliet says, "I feel like that scene in 'Grease.'"
Juliet says, "I feel like that scene in 'Grease.'"
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Million Dollar Movie Week 2 (2010)
Subject of a $15,000 question
Subject of a $15,000 question
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.124 (2010)
Song performed by lead actors is the subject of a $400 clue in the category "Top 40 Duets"
Song performed by lead actors is the subject of a $400 clue in the category "Top 40 Duets"
QI: Greeks (2010)
Alan's buzzer is "Grease lightning"
Alan's buzzer is "Grease lightning"
Angels in New York: Episode #1.4 (2010)
Broadway billboard displayed.
Broadway billboard displayed.
My Girlfriend's Boyfriend (2010)
Ethan says, "The only nice thing I can say about 'Grease' is that it's not 'Grease 2.'"
Ethan says, "The only nice thing I can say about 'Grease' is that it's not 'Grease 2.'"
Saturday Night Live in the 2000s: Time and Again (2010)
'Those Summer Nights' is performed as 'Those Saturday Nights'
'Those Summer Nights' is performed as 'Those Saturday Nights'
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.159 (2010)
John Travolta movie titles are used as first-round category titles
John Travolta movie titles are used as first-round category titles
Glee: Bad Reputation (2010)
When Olivia Newton-John first calls Sue Sylvester, she introduces herself as "Olivia Newton-John... star of Grease, the most successful movie musical of all time."
When Olivia Newton-John first calls Sue Sylvester, she introduces herself as "Olivia Newton-John... star of Grease, the most successful movie musical of all time."
CyberBeat (2010)
The beat to musical segment 3, "You're the Bot That I Want" comes from "Grease's" "You're the One That I Want".
The beat to musical segment 3, "You're the Bot That I Want" comes from "Grease's" "You're the One That I Want".
This Ain't Glee XXX (2010)
Rachel wants to be Olivia Newton John to Finn's John Travolta
Rachel wants to be Olivia Newton John to Finn's John Travolta
White Collar: Unfinished Business (2010)
Mozzie says that he thinks Neal "would make a sublime Danny Zuko."
Mozzie says that he thinks Neal "would make a sublime Danny Zuko."
The Nostalgia Critic: Pound Puppies and the Legend of Big Paw (2010)
The movie is made reference to
The movie is made reference to
You Again (2010)
high school play mentioned
high school play mentioned
Raising Hope: Dead Tooth (2010)
Burt says when he was younger, he thought Virginia's smoking made her look like Sandy at the end of Grease.
Burt says when he was younger, he thought Virginia's smoking made her look like Sandy at the end of Grease.
The Cleveland Show: How Cleveland Got His Groove Back (2010)
"Greased Lightning" mentioned
"Greased Lightning" mentioned
Glee: Duets (2010)
Finn mentions seeing it with Rachel.
Finn mentions seeing it with Rachel.
SGU Stargate Universe: Pathogen (2010)
Eli's mom's first answer to which her favourite movie is.
Eli's mom's first answer to which her favourite movie is.
The Nostalgia Critic: It (2010)
A band of bullies from the 1950s is referred to as the chorus from Grease
A band of bullies from the 1950s is referred to as the chorus from Grease
IMDb's 20th Anniversary Star of the Day: Jessica Lowndes (2010)
Jessica Lowndes talks about this movie during interview
Jessica Lowndes talks about this movie during interview
How Not to Live Your Life: Don Does Therapy (2010)
Samantha and Brian dress up as Sandy and Danny
Samantha and Brian dress up as Sandy and Danny
The Simpsons: Flaming Moe (2011)
Moe is invited to attend a "Grease" sing-a-long.
Moe is invited to attend a "Grease" sing-a-long.
Gnomeo & Juliet (2011)
The ending where everyone danced in couples in a line opening up to reveal Gnomeo and Juliet on the lawnmower.
The ending where everyone danced in couples in a line opening up to reveal Gnomeo and Juliet on the lawnmower.
The Office: The Seminar (2011)
Michael, as his Greek character, says that he likes "Grease."
Michael, as his Greek character, says that he likes "Grease."
Hall Pass (2011)
someone is called Greased Lightning
someone is called Greased Lightning
The Pee-Wee Herman Show on Broadway (2011)
As Pee-wee makes onion rings with the grease, Magic Screen remarks, "Grease is the word."
As Pee-wee makes onion rings with the grease, Magic Screen remarks, "Grease is the word."
Being Human: You're the One That I Haunt (2011)
title reference to song
title reference to song
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #11.3 (2011)
Mentioned by Daniel MacPherson during Olivia Newton-John's introduction.
Mentioned by Daniel MacPherson during Olivia Newton-John's introduction.
Nurse Jackie: Fuck the Lemurs (2011)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Conan: Length x Width = Tears (2011)
Greased Lightning song is referenced during Conans US Citizenship test
Greased Lightning song is referenced during Conans US Citizenship test
Drop Dead Diva: Closure (2011)
Teri offers Parker to get information about Kim's current boyfriend for two box seats to the "Grease" sing-along at the Bowl. In reponse, Parker quotes one of the famous songs from the film "Look at me, I'm Sandra Dee".
Teri offers Parker to get information about Kim's current boyfriend for two box seats to the "Grease" sing-along at the Bowl. In reponse, Parker quotes one of the famous songs from the film "Look at me, I'm Sandra Dee".
Saturday Night Live: Alec Baldwin/Radiohead (2011)
Referenced by Michele Bachmann (Kristen Wiig) in the Republican candidates' debate
Referenced by Michele Bachmann (Kristen Wiig) in the Republican candidates' debate
Neighbours: Episode #1.6256 (2011)
Sonya is dressed like Sandy and wants to sing the Megamix
Sonya is dressed like Sandy and wants to sing the Megamix
Taxaquizzen: Episode #1.3 (2011)
The movie is a answer for a question
The movie is a answer for a question
Stjernerne på slottet: Tæt på Thomas Bo Larsen (2011)
Paprika mention the film
Paprika mention the film
On Track with SEAT: Episode #2.5 (2011)
Nicky Wire mentions the film's soundtrack.
Nicky Wire mentions the film's soundtrack.
Hawaii Five-0: Ike Maka (2011)
Max and Lori are dressed like characters from Grease. Lori also delivers Sandra Dee's line "Tell me about it, stud."
Max and Lori are dressed like characters from Grease. Lori also delivers Sandra Dee's line "Tell me about it, stud."
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.51 (2011)
Jay mentions that Joe Biden went to Greece and says that Biden kept asking, "Hey, where's John Travolta?"
Jay mentions that Joe Biden went to Greece and says that Biden kept asking, "Hey, where's John Travolta?"
House of Lies: The Gods of Dangerous Financial Instruments (2012)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Face Off: Return to Oz (2012)
title mentioned
title mentioned
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.88 (2012)
Regarding the riots in Greece, Jay says that John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John were almost trampled
Regarding the riots in Greece, Jay says that John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John were almost trampled
Taxaquizzen: Episode #2.2 (2012)
The film is a answer for a question
The film is a answer for a question
The Simpsons: How I Wet Your Mother (2012)
Referenced in the movie trivia section of Homer's brain
Referenced in the movie trivia section of Homer's brain
America's Next Top Model: J. Alexander (2012)
Sophie says she thinks the photoshoot location is where they filmed Grease
Sophie says she thinks the photoshoot location is where they filmed Grease
Chelsea Lately: Episode dated 14 May 2012 (2012)
Josh mentions the movie by name.
Josh mentions the movie by name.
Chelsea Lately: Episode dated 15 May 2012 (2012)
Arden Myrin mentions the movie by name.
Arden Myrin mentions the movie by name.
Features
Money from Home (1953)
Hollywood or Bust (1956)
Let's All Go to the Lobby (1957)
Playing in background in scene at drive-in
Playing in background in scene at drive-in
Featured in
Precious Images (1986)
Siskel & Ebert: Tom Cruise: The Star Next Door (1990)
Clips are shown of movies, including this one, that feature stars that Gene Siskel compares to Tom Cruise.
Clips are shown of movies, including this one, that feature stars that Gene Siskel compares to Tom Cruise.
Den go'e, den onde og den virk'li sjove: Episode #1.1 (1990)
clip of John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John shown
clip of John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John shown
The Guru (2002)
Troldspejlet: Episode #28.5 (2002)
DVD release reviewed + footage used
DVD release reviewed + footage used
I Love the '70s: 1978 (2003)
The 100 Greatest Musicals (2003)
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies (2004)
The song "Summer Nights" is #70 on the list.
The song "Summer Nights" is #70 on the list.
Bitter Kas (2004)
The movie is featured on a TV that the main character is watching
The movie is featured on a TV that the main character is watching
The Ultimate Film (2004)
number 12
number 12
The 100 Greatest Family Films (2005)
In the top 100
In the top 100
Getaway: Episode #15.35 (2006)
The scene where Sandy leaves Danny at the drive-in is shown in a story on a drive-in near Melbourne.
The scene where Sandy leaves Danny at the drive-in is shown in a story on a drive-in near Melbourne.
20 to 1: World's Best Love Songs (2006)
Some clips from this movie are shown in a segment on the song You're The One That I Want.
Some clips from this movie are shown in a segment on the song You're The One That I Want.
Famous: John Travolta (2007)
Still photos
Still photos
Indie Sex: Teens (2007)
A clip is shown
A clip is shown
20 to 1: Sexiest Movie Moments (2007)
Clips shown in a segment on Sandy's transformation into her "bad girl" persona.
Clips shown in a segment on Sandy's transformation into her "bad girl" persona.
Olivia Newton-John and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra: Live at the Sydney Opera House (2007)
featured clips behind projector while singing from this movie's songs.
featured clips behind projector while singing from this movie's songs.
The 80th Annual Academy Awards (2008)
seen during opening montage
seen during opening montage
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 27 March 2008 (2008)
Clips of this film are featured during a past segment of 'The Great American Culture Quiz'.
Clips of this film are featured during a past segment of 'The Great American Culture Quiz'.
20 to 1: Karaoke Classics (2008)
Clips shown in a segment on the song Summer Nights.
Clips shown in a segment on the song Summer Nights.
Tony Manero (2008)
The protagonist goes to a movie theater that is playing the film.
The protagonist goes to a movie theater that is playing the film.
15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2009)
Clips featured during montage.
Clips featured during montage.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Duplicity/Knowing/I Love You, Man (2009)
Footage is shown as advice for Brett
Footage is shown as advice for Brett
Hollywood Singing & Dancing: A Musical History - 1970's (2009)
Features clips from this film.
Features clips from this film.
Live from Studio Five: Episode #1.42 (2009)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Lovely Bones/The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus/The White Ribbon (2010)
"The Verdict" segment.
"The Verdict" segment.
Dancing on Ice: Episode #5.18 (2010)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
Hollywood's Top Ten: Musicals (2010)
Taking #3 as the top movie musicals
Taking #3 as the top movie musicals
20 to 1: Our All Time Favourite Films (2010)
Clips shown in a segment.
Clips shown in a segment.
The Nostalgia Critic: Pound Puppies and the Legend of Big Paw (2010)
Clip shown
Clip shown
Special Collector's Edition: Especial Scope (2010)
clip shown
clip shown
Hollywood's Top Ten: Sizzlin' Dance Scenes (2010)
#10
#10
Blob Town (2010)
film clips are shown in this documentary
film clips are shown in this documentary
Best in Film: The Greatest Movies of Our Time (2011)
Grease is the #2 Best Musical.
Grease is the #2 Best Musical.
The Nostalgia Chick: Grease 2 (2011)
the original is discussed
the original is discussed
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #2.6 (2011)
clips from the film are shown
clips from the film are shown
Hollywood's Top Ten: Super Soundtracks (2011)
#1
#1
Hollywood's Top Ten: Hit the Dance Floor (2011)
Runner-Up segment.
Runner-Up segment.
Vamos a por vosotros (2011)
clip shown
clip shown
Great Movie Mistakes III: Not in 3D (2011)
Clips of mistakes shown
Clips of mistakes shown
The Big Bang Theory: The Rothman Disintegration (2012)
The audio can be heard as Penny, Amy and Bernadette watch the movie.
The audio can be heard as Penny, Amy and Bernadette watch the movie.
Spoofs
New American Bandstand 1965 (1952)
"National Bandstand", the TV show in the movie, is based on it
"National Bandstand", the TV show in the movie, is based on it
Spoofed in
Les bronzés font du ski (1979)
The main musical theme, composed specifically for the movie by Pierre Bachelet, is a direct spoof of the famous song from Grease.
The main musical theme, composed specifically for the movie by Pierre Bachelet, is a direct spoof of the famous song from Grease.
The Goodies: Saturday Night Grease (1980)
Tim's in love with Olivia Newton John so Grease is also spoofed here. The boys do the Greased Lightning song fixing their trandem bike instead of a hot car, and we also see the boys do versions of Summer Nights (tell me more tell me more) and You're the One that I Want at the disco.
Tim's in love with Olivia Newton John so Grease is also spoofed here. The boys do the Greased Lightning song fixing their trandem bike instead of a hot car, and we also see the boys do versions of Summer Nights (tell me more tell me more) and You're the One that I Want at the disco.
Saturday Night Live: Olivia Newton-John (1982)
Spoofed in Grease skit
Spoofed in Grease skit
Wacko (1982)
Hairspray (1988)
Cry-Baby (1990)
the drapes are spoofs of the t-birds in grease, with obvious reference to one of them falling in love with someone they aren't meant to.
the drapes are spoofs of the t-birds in grease, with obvious reference to one of them falling in love with someone they aren't meant to.
Killer Tomatoes Eat France! (1992)
Emisión: Imposible (1996)
High School High (1996)
Spice World (1997)
Two of the girls dress up as Sandy and Danny
Two of the girls dress up as Sandy and Danny
Never Been Kissed (1999)
Family Guy: Let's Go to the Hop (2000)
The song "Give up the toad" is a spoof of "You're the one that I want" from this movie, the dance actions are mostly the same too.
The song "Give up the toad" is a spoof of "You're the one that I want" from this movie, the dance actions are mostly the same too.
Scary Movie (2000)
A Knight's Tale (2001)
Spaced: Mettle (2001)
Daisy talks about her sensitive and her rebel sides and we see her dressed as characters from this film to the movie's music.
Daisy talks about her sensitive and her rebel sides and we see her dressed as characters from this film to the movie's music.
Not Another Teen Movie (2001)
guy at beach sings and girl sings along elsewhere. Couples at dance doing hand jive and girl kisses guy and girlfriend runs off
guy at beach sings and girl sings along elsewhere. Couples at dance doing hand jive and girl kisses guy and girlfriend runs off
The Sweetest Thing (2002)
The Guru (2002)
That '70s Show: The Kids Are Alright (2003)
A disco dance scene, explicitly referenced as Jackie's dream about Olivia Newton-John 'really cool in that movie'.
A disco dance scene, explicitly referenced as Jackie's dream about Olivia Newton-John 'really cool in that movie'.
Terkel in Trouble (2004)
The love scene between Jason and Joanna
The love scene between Jason and Joanna
Leisure Suit Larry: Magna Cum Laude (2004)
Larry and Ione sing a parody of "Summer Lovin"
Larry and Ione sing a parody of "Summer Lovin"
Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (2005)
Girls chaning into bad/Musical Style
Girls chaning into bad/Musical Style
Drawn Together: Freaks & Greeks (2006)
Some of the characters travel to Greece, which looks like a scene from "Grease".
Some of the characters travel to Greece, which looks like a scene from "Grease".
Pushing Daisies: Dummy (2007)
Olive sings "Hopelessly Devoted to You" while being constantly interupted.
Olive sings "Hopelessly Devoted to You" while being constantly interupted.
Robot Chicken: Slaughterhouse on the Prairie (2007)
Danny Zucco is tied in to the origin of the Humping Robot
Danny Zucco is tied in to the origin of the Humping Robot
The Simpsons: Love, Springfieldian Style (2008)
The song that dog-Marge sings is modeled after the song "Summer Nights" and the film's staging of it
The song that dog-Marge sings is modeled after the song "Summer Nights" and the film's staging of it
Faith Matters (2008)
musical moment spoofed
musical moment spoofed
Planet 51 (2009)
Singing Greased Lightning
Singing Greased Lightning
Furry Vengeance (2010)
During the closing credits, Tyler and Amber can be seen dressed up as Danny and Sandy, respectively, mimicking a scene from the end of "Grease."
During the closing credits, Tyler and Amber can be seen dressed up as Danny and Sandy, respectively, mimicking a scene from the end of "Grease."
