America's Best Dance Crew 

Hip-hop dance groups from around the U.S. compete for money and a chance to land a touring contract.

Creators:

Howard Schwartz, Karen Schwartz, Norman F. May

Stars:

Layla Rumi, J.C. Chasez, Niatia 'Lil Mama' Kirkland

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 2 wins & 12 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Layla Rumi	...	Herself - Co-Host / ... 35 episodes, 2008-2015
J.C. Chasez	...	Himself - Judge 27 episodes, 2008-2012
Niatia 'Lil Mama' Kirkland	...	Herself - Judge / ... 27 episodes, 2008-2012
Mario Lopez	...	Himself - Host 16 episodes, 2008-2011

Storyline

Hip-hop dance groups from around the U.S. compete for money and a chance to land a touring contract.

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Genres:

Music | Reality-TV

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

13 January 2008 (USA)

Also Known As:

Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew

Company Credits

Production Co:

Warner Horizon Television

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Spoofed in Saturday Night Live: Scarlett Johansson/Arcade Fire (2010)

User Reviews

I love It!

I honestly have to say that I don't really care too much for television let alone reality shows but this one is the American Idol of the dance world! Although it is a great show i have to agree with a few of the previous comments about the show. One thing is that I do like the judges they do their job well. They give constructive criticism while at the same time still being respectful to the dancers which makes it a genuine show, its not just there for the ratings, you can tell that the judges have this art in their hearts and aren't trying to make a character of themselves like a lot of other reality shows can tend to be to me. One thing I also agree with is the fact that the camera does move around way too often, it kind of makes it hard on the TV viewer to get the feel of some of the routines because you have to continuously adjust your eyes to what the dancers are trying to convey in their routine. But all in all the competition is off chain! The dancers bring their hearts to the stage every week! And I love it!!!