Burlesque 2010 Movie Overview
Burlesque is a 2010 American musical comedy-drama film directed by Steven Antin and distributed by Screen Gems, a Sony Pictures Entertainment label. The movie premiered in the United States on November 24, 2010 and was released theatrically in North America by Screen Gems on the same date. The film runs approximately 105 minutes and is rated PG-13 for sexuality and partial nudity, language, and brief drug use. The production company is Screen Gems, and the film was shot primarily in Los Angeles, California, with studio work at Culver Studios. The movie is available for digital purchase and rental on major platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, and it has appeared in catalog listings on Netflix and Hulu in certain regions at different times. For current availability, check the official Screen Gems page on Sony Pictures and the IMDb listing for Burlesque. Burlesque on IMDb
The plot follows Ali Rose, an aspiring singer from a small town who moves to Los Angeles and finds work at a struggling burlesque club owned by Tess Scali. The club is managed by Sean, and the main antagonist is Vince, a wealthy developer who wants to buy and demolish the venue. Ali befriends other dancers and performers at the club, including Georgia, a dancer with a troubled past, and Nikki, a new arrival with a sassy attitude. The story centers on Ali’s journey to save the club through a series of performances while navigating romantic tension with bartender Jack and rivalry with the club’s headliner, Tess. The film culminates in a high-stakes performance that determines whether the club can survive long enough for Ali to showcase her talent and for the performers to reclaim their stage.
Burlesque 2010 Movie Cast and Characters
The lead role of Ali Rose is played by Christina Aguilera, marking her major film debut. Cher plays Tess Scali, the owner of the burlesque club, and her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Stanley Tucci portrays Sean, the club’s manager, while Alan Cumming plays Vince, the developer seeking to buy the club. Cam Gigandet stars as Jack, the bartender and romantic interest, and Kristen Bell plays Nikki, a new dancer at the club. Other cast members include Peter Gallagher as Vince’s associate, Dianna Agron as Georgia, and a supporting ensemble of dancers and performers drawn from stage and television backgrounds. Forbes review of Burlesque
Christina Aguilera performed several original songs for the film’s soundtrack, including "Bound to You" and "Show Me How You Burlesque." The soundtrack album was released on November 23, 2010 by Geffen Records, a Universal Music Group label, and it debuted on the Billboard 200 chart. Cher’s rendition of "You Haven’t Seen the Last of Me" became a notable single and received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song. The musical numbers were choreographed by dedicated movement directors, and the club scenes were designed to evoke classic 1930s and 1940s burlesque aesthetics while incorporating modern elements. The cast underwent vocal and dance training to perform the routines on screen, with Aguilera and Bell both contributing to the musical performances.
Burlesque 2010 Movie Box Office and Reception
Burlesque opened in 3,430 theaters in the United States and Canada and earned approximately 1