Xanadu | Olivia Newton-John & Gene Kelly's '80s/'40s Hybrid E.L.O. Roller Disco

"A place where nobody dared to go... The love that we came to know... They call it Xanadu!" Watch Olivia Newton-John perform E.L.O.'s "Xanadu" along with Gene Kelly in the eponymous 1980 cult classic. We know the title of this video is confusing but we couldn't fit in the fact that while Gene Kelly's character owns and operates the '80s/'40s hybrid roller disco, Olivia Newton-John's character is the daughter of Zeus and a literal Greek muse. And we just really needed you to know that.
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Xanadu is a look at the future and a loving remembrance of the way things were in the heyday of Hollywood. The musical score includes the hit songs "Magic," "I'm Alive," "All Over the World," "Suddenly," and the title song "Xanadu." Olivia Newton-John will dazzle your senses with her luminous beauty and fabulous voice. She and Gene Kelly star in this mesmerizing musical fantasy. The '40s meets the '80s in Xanadu, a very special love story and the first lavish, old-fashioned musical to utilize today's music.
© 1980 Universal City Studios, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Cast: Olivia Newton-John, Gene Kelly, Michael Beck
Produced by: Lawrence Gordon
Directed by: Robert Greenwald

[@user-rh8iy3dw6o]

When I went to see this movie, I didn't even think about Gene Kelly skating...The man was phenomenal always. God bless him and Olivia. may they truly rest in peace.

[@nycitylifeandhistory]

2 fantastic performers

[@seanfh11]

It's depressing to know that this world does not have Olivia Newton John anymore. R.I.P.

[@joelewishenry7886]

Really depressing. 😔

[@rockandroller8352]

it's not real

[@connorduke4619]

She's a good recruit for the astral heaven plane though! We are all immortal souls and thankfully so is Olivia! :)

[@TastyAF347]

I know, right? This video/song could not be made today. Nobody could do this with any amount of digital gear and current recording techniques.

[@jaclynholland-strauss7054]

I know what you mean but she's at peace and in no more pain, I believe.

[@anboojz]

I'm heartbroken by Olivia 's passing. She was such an incredible singer and actress who brought so much joy to so many. RIP Olivia Newton John.

[@DaiAtlus79]

she was my first crush. well her and Tina Turner

[@neillflate7871]

I am an adult male 77 years old. This song makes me cry. I went to see it with my wife and 2 daughters. My youngest especially just loved ONJ. We saw her perform at Forest Hills on Long Island. My baby girl just turned 50 on 2/4/24. My oldest was taken from us in a car crash on 11/13.87. Yes, it was a Friday. I will always have a place in my heart for Olivia Newton-John.

[@rene_bla_bla]

sry for your loss.

[@neillflate7871]

Thank you, Irene. I still think about her every day. She would have been 55 on May 4, 2024.

[@valentinarunco9035]

I am very sorry for your loss, I am glad that you have beautiful memories of your wife and children 🤍

[@ninademci1500]

@nelliflate7871, your story gave mixed emotions. I’m so happy you made such great memories with your daughters. I’m sorry a car crash took your oldest daughter away from you and your family.

[@Dolcevita_bakes]

I just turned 50 also but unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to see ONJ in person or I wish I would have. I loved her ever since I laid eyes on all these movies when I was a little girl, I remember wanting to be her so bad, even though I looked nothing like her long brown hair and brown eyes and nothing like her in the least but nevertheless, I wanted to be here so I made an outfit that look like the one she wore in Xanadu when I was 10 years old and I wore it all the time lol I’m sorry to hear about your oldest and I’m so glad you will have the opportunity to see ONJ in person but wonderful memories

[@Spectahman2.0]

Gene Kelly was almost 70 years old, in his final film performance, and he could still roller skate! What a legend.

[@-3lory]

now that is a movie star!

[@balanceyourmind]

I love that this is still remembered. High light of my youth.

[@LiqableLulu]

@@balanceyourmind mine too

[@robertdubs9466]

And I can barely do the Cha Cha Slide in roller skates.

[@tvandang3234]

One of the best. His smile and dance will just cheer you up.

[@hardwoodharry6364]

I truly dont care what people think this is one of the best choreographed i have seen

[@Pedro-tf1fy]

Very underated bcz greace.great work from e.l.o also

[@jennyfab312]

It's awesome

[@ednapontellier2694]

Definitely If anything it's the lighting design that's off, it"s not atmospheric enough to match the level of choreography and deadens the whole vibe. Still this ranks as one of my favorite modern musicals of all time. RIP to dear Olivia, she was a songbird in a league all her own..

[@andreaboys]

Sin duda esta coreografia y Thriller de Michael Jackson son de las mejores, y Grease.🌹🌹🌹Gracias Olivia !!

[@kimfrank2417]

I don’t care what they think either loved this movie.rest in peace

[@JohnB-nk8ze]

Has there ever been a greater combination of beauty, sweetness and vocals? Olivia was a legit angel.

[@darrenlucas2768]

This film has never had the praise it deserves. The energy it this sequence is incredible, I expect when the clapper said CUT, they were all hugging eachother in delight. And God bless all the departed too....such beautiful people all of you

[@joopsmit6910]

Hearing that Olivia Newton-John has passed makes me want to sob. This Movie and this song...not forgetting the magic of Magic brings a smile and memories of being happy as a kid. Legendary movies and songs. Your music and legacy in fighting cancer dearest Olivia will be remembered. We miss you already.

[@danii.j_]

Rest in Peace Queen

[@JENDALL714]

I was looking for a CD to play in my car today and found her CD which I hadn't played in ages, than I came home and found out she passed to Xanadu, that is some illuminati shit right there, like she was talking to me, freaky!

[@realrocketscientist6262]

As a skater and an ELO fan, this is the ONJ song I remember.

[@nonnon7270]

When I was in junior high school, I went to see this movie with my friends. I admired Olivia on the screen and danced. I was young then. But Olivia will forever live in my heart as a beautiful, intelligent woman. Olivia, rest in peace

[@cosmo588]

My mum adored Olivia, being a 70s kid, so she made sure my brother and I appreciated her talent just as much. Rip :(

[@leilanilamour5173]

I’m literally crying as I type this…just learned of her passing less than 5 minutes ago. An amazingly talented singer and iconic actress. I have no words only sincerest appreciation and love for this wonderful entertainer. Rest in the most beautiful peace, Diva 😭😭😭💖💖💖💖💖

[@markblanch2905]

Your tears are shared 💔😥

[@RayRayAmbeau]

@@markblanch2905 you summed it up perfectly💜🕊

[@erikafreebird6449]

I am crying with you. Her passing feels like the last petal falling off the perfect rose. We love you dear Olivia.✨💞 ✨🌹✨🕊️✨

[@carolynloughran5450]

It’s crazy that you can genuinely grieve for a woman you didn’t know personally…yet I have no doubt that my deep sadness isn’t unique. The world has lost a really, really extraordinary human being.

[@RayRayAmbeau]

@@carolynloughran5450 quite honestly, I truly believe that we could feel her good energy through her music, that's why it's incredibly sad.

[@andywalkling9943]

The choreography that went into this is insane. Legend

[@thegreenmanofnorwich]

That split on the tightrope is probably my favourite bit.

[@martythemartian99]

Wanna see more incredible choreography? Take a look at this. 🤩 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r56rlXWPl8ySbM0

[@MrDirkles]

There is so much coming on that you notice something new everyone you watch it.

[@BryanPartington]

Yes and those utter wankers Siskel and Ebert said the choreography was bad, what the hell do they know . Never liked them anway

[@lakeriver393]

Lol

[@DavePaul01]

From the moment @3:25 when Olivia appears on the screen, your heart is warmed by her beautiful presence. She is loved and still missed. A beautiful soul that made a positive difference to everyone she met. Olivia will live forever in our hearts.

[@MichaelHeilman]

It's crazy that this movie came out 42 years ago today and Olivia-Newton John passes away. I hope she got this entrance on her way to heaven.

[@genem3681]

I didn't even realize that. Her return to Olympus at the end is beyond Ironic and yet where else would a Goddess end up...😔

[@aarons6935]

Heaven isn't real.

[@genem3681]

@@aarons6935 nobody cares dude. It's a tribute...

[@bradhayman6660]

One of a kind! her entrance to heaven better be this way!

[@TastyAF347]

I can't believe I have never seen this movie. They don't/can't make stuff like this anymore. Auto-tuned digitally edited music lacks all of the humanity you get in this kind of vocal performance. Truly dazzling visually and sonically.

[@ComfortRoadSessions]

For me, this will always be the sound of summer in 1980.

[@oltremaredentro]

So true!

[@LK-pc4sq]

@@oltremaredentro yes I was 15 then! music back then was wonderful

[@perfumedelight66]

Yep. ❤️

[@blackwingvalleylover]

Yes. Beautiful Olivia 💗💗💜💜

[@johnross8614]

So many great songs!

[@Mr.Peepers]

I worked at a movie theater in 1980. One night I was asked to work late because they were going to screen a rough cut of a new movie from Universal Studios called Xanadu for the theater chain president to watch and bid on the next morning. We had to load it to the theater platter projection system. This theater was one of the first in the chain to have a Dolby surround sound system installed. My job was to make sure the splices for the various reels are clean and the movie ran without any problems. I had the privilege of watching Xanadu probably before any other public person ever saw it. It was months before it's official release. There were jump cuts and splices with "scene missing" title cards for a few frames at certain points. The Don Bluth animation was not completed and was all wire frame during that scene. The best part was I got to sit in the middle of a 400 seat theater by myself with the soundtrack cranked and listen to brand new Olivia Newton John and ELO songs that no one else in the world had heard yet. The movie was kind of corny but you have to admit that it is a kick-ass soundtrack that endures to this day.

[@lauramayfield5410]

Olivia Newton-John was my first concert! I was 6 years old in 1976 and saw her with my family and got to meet her backstage. She was soooo nice I'll never forget it!!!

[@matts.1042]

This scene is indelibly etched in my brain. The generational overlap with Gene Kelly has only aged well. Thank you so much for all the tween memories, Ms. Newton-John.

[@herryblackstudio]

🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️💐💐💐💐

[@benzgirlz8162]

RIP Olivia! She had an amazing career despite all the hardships she faced throughout her life. She’ll be dearly missed by billions of her fans!

[@valdemagno]

Have a good Trip, Olivia, be in heaven...

[@user-wr2kq3lh5v]

亡くなって残念 ニュートンジョンさんの最高のさくしんです 日本テレビカメラマン 世界初スノボー映画カメラマン by岩手県 青森県 福島県　 栃木県の皆様 ムラサキスポーツさん ポパイさん ありがとう 来夢くん バートンさんありがとう

[@emillyvitoria9365]

@@user-wr2kq3lh5v km

[@susanfudge1737]

What hardships?

[@teamo4061]

@@susanfudge1737 Her health issues.

[@clxmasisland6724]

This is the REAL effort within this movie. Imagine the coordination, and costume design. Impressive.

[@anboojz]

I randomly found this song on Spotify last month and I can't stop listening to it!! 😭 it’s so catchy and i just hooked me... also I’m 26 , i find the best song 100 years later 😭😭

[@romanr9977]

Wow, it's so nice to hear someone so young appreciate this music! I was 12 when this was released and I bought the vinyl album soundtrack. I still have it 💛

[@disturbinglypragmatic]

RIP Olivia Newton-John! Xanadu was one of my favourite movies when I was a kid...can't believe it's been 42 years since I saw it in the theatre.

[@rickelkins5633]

I fell in love with Olivia-Newton John the first time I heard her sing. So much so I wanted to name my first daughter Olivia but my wife wouldn't have it. She compromised with me and agreed to name her Kira, ONJ's character in Xanadu. She will be missed. Rest in peace Olivia 🙏

[@jennyfab312]

As much as I like "Olivia" i LOVE "Kira" And now your daughter has a story. I was named after a Beatles song. Used to hate my middle name. But as i got older, i loved it

[@commonsense2680]

Yes, RIP to an amazing beautiful woman! I cannot believe we lost Sandra Dee.

[@dustyfloyyd987]

Rest in peace Olivia. Such a beautiful woman. God bless you.

[@chuckclough153]

My heart is broken, but my adoration and admiration of this incredible woman who was as beautiful inside as well as out has never been a waste. I love you forever ONJ ❤️

[@joanie3452]

You named your daughter Kira over Olivia LOL 😆 😂 🤣.

[@marcchatow9516]

From 1980! And actually, roller-skating is back in a big way!! Yay!! 🛼🛼😀

[@keithalanmortimer4472]

RIP beautiful lady you might be gone but you’ll never be forgotten you’ll live with us forever xx

[@fob1xxl]

Even though this movie technically was considered a flop, I loved it ! Never could take my eyes off Olivia ! The dance choreography was great ! Thank you Mr. Kelly and Kenny Ortega. The young generation will NEVER realize how much fun Skating and Disco were. 👍👍👍👍👍👍💙

[@rixter719]

Same here. I used to have a huge crush on her.. I saw this movie the night it opened....

[@balloonmarsupials4259]

Yes... Olivia makes the movie riveting when she is onscreen. She is beyond fantastic. Gene is a legend.

[@raymondmeyers8983]

The movie flopped because it was garbage. The music was the only redeeming quality.

[@xanadian9]

Yep, the movie was "meh" but the music (and probably the choreography) was off the chart.

[@manuelorozco7760]

I didn’t care much for it the first time. But I ended up liking the movie when I saw it a second time

[@Ash-hi5hy]

I'm in tears right now. Olivia was one of my favorites. Cancer just sucks!!!!

[@sherwingosine9721]

I was 12 years old when this movie came out. Forever missed will be Ms. Olivia Newton-John a brilliant and beautiful singer and actress.

[@abombt7499]

I was born is '86. I used to think Xanadu was some heady Kubrick-esque film. It wasn't until very, shamefully, recently that I discovered that it was essentially a camp extra baffling musical. This song, Gene Kelly, Olivia, the choreography, the vision. It inhabits a part of my brain that maybe hasn't dreamt this way since I was that little kid in the 90s. There will never be something like this again, because there can't be. This life and dream is gone and will never exist in this way again. But like Rocky Horror, or Priscilla, or Phantom of the Paradise, it is here in a sweet small capsule. Eternal, for all of us and those who come after to love. It's an embrace.

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

You will be missed greatly, Olivia. I hope that you and Gene Kelly are both dancing for joy with each other.

[@buttercupqueen163]

.........and Andy Gibb too 🌟

[@oddnuts5764]

Just heard of Olivia's passing, so revisited this gem. She was so beautiful in this clip - as a young boy I couldn't stop watching it. R.I.P.

[@tomawen5916]

Xanadu the movie mesmerized me, as a gawky teenager still in high school in 1980. While the movie did not do well, it was a spectacular showcase and in its magical 1980's way, reminded me of what it was like to be 16 years old again. God I miss it. And I miss both Gene Kelly and Olivia.

[@PADARM]

I love absolutely everything about this movie. The 80s art-deco revival, the uplifting songs, the wonderful choreographies, and of course the very talented and beautiful Olivia N.J and the fantastic Gene Kelly. This movie is not Shakespeare and it was not intended to be. It is just a movie that brings so much joy.

[@jamiefenn1799]

And the superb Jeff Lynne & ELO!

[@hereandthere6001]

@@jamiefenn1799 and Andy Gibb, what happened to him?

[@jimkueneman5489]

I remember walking out of the theater when this was released and just felt happy and full of joy... exactly what you said.

[@natefaust7790]

Olivia Newton John was amazing in this movie. I went to the Worlds Fair in Knoxville,!TN and at the Australia Pavilion they had a video of Olivia singing the song “Physical “ I will never forget that. She was an incredible lady, singer and actress. She was incredible for her fight with cancer too. When you get the phone call informing you that you have cancer you’re life is never the same every day after that. You could be fighting cancer for 10,20,30 or 40 years. Thank God for every day of your life? Because tomorrow is never promised us.

[@natefaust7790]

Update I got a call today from my cardiologist and he said that some areas on my pet scan looked cloudy, so I will get a biopsy ASAP to see if it is cancer or not. Either way God has got this. Whatever happens happens. If I live or die it’s Gods will for me. Olivia Newton John fought cancer for 30 years. She enjoyed every day she lived her life. She had a great attitude too. She enjoyed almost everything when she could.

[@jessecaple170]

No green screen no auto tune no nets...just pure talent.

[@Muck006]

... and loads of PRACTICE (which would have been expensive with this many people having to be coordinated).

[@markblanch2905]

@@Muck006 the beauty of when the general public supported music

[@HeleneLogan]

@@markblanch2905 YES to this.

[@oldvlognewtricks]

@@markblanch2905 This movie was an notoriously epic flop… Not sure there was as much support as you suggest

[@rhodawatkins4516]

@@oldvlognewtricks I think it's one of those that maybe didn't make it big in its time, but will have a loyal audience forever.

[@midlifetravels]

2024 here and still loving it. RIP Olivia

[@duffman7065]

I’m 54 and I still have this song on my playlist. Always makes me smile to listen to ONJ and her angel voice ❤️

[@stevestroh2267]

RIP Olivia. I remember hearing “If Not For You” on the radio back around 1974 and thought, what a voice. What a song. Then I saw a picture of you and thought, wow. Her face matches her voice, beautiful. Thanks for everything.

[@molteniman7505]

RIP Olivia Newton-John. I am so sad to hear of your passing. A beautiful person. Take care. This is one of my favourite ever pop songs. I play it nearly every week and often sing it in my head.

[@leokimvideo]

Olivia Newton John was the greatest female voice ever, her work with ELO is what makes this film great

[@petercrawford3370]

I still have the original 45's, and remember going to opening night at the movies. Always loved this movie.

[@hunkhk]

This will always be my go to feel good song RIP Olivia, you fought such a long battle with cancer and with so much positivity and grace.

[@honogoorai]

Thank you, Olivia, for the beautiful moments, for the magnificence and the voice! Rest in peace, undeniably wondrous angel!

[@kellymcminn2689]

My man shabadoo is in this dance scene. Along with sandal bergman from conan, a bunch of soild gold dancers, fame dancers from the show. This was chocked full of famos dancers. Xanadu is my all time fav movie! I never got to see it in theaters, one day im renting a theater and Im wacthing this! xandu was my roller disco soundtrack,. I skated for like 6 years. Im 57 and I still skate! I miss ONJ so much. She was my girl before madonna. LOL. Nothing can replace olivia or gene.

[@18dcallaway]

I have been in LOVE with this movie since 1980!! I was 7!! Olivia you will live forever!❤ and Gene Kelly oh my heart!! What an amazing cast of characters! The nine muses and the dreams we dream. I love this movie forever!! You know her husband is the one in the burgundy V neck with a tie and a brunette 😂

[@jjphoenix4055]

Rest in peace Olivia, one of the most talented beautiful godesses who graced our lives. 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@gunnarbiker]

I’ve never cried over someone famous passing away but this one has torn me to shreds. Maybe because she was my first crush after Grease came out, maybe it was because she seemed so genuine and sweet. I don’t know but ONJ passing has hit me in way I never thought possible. What a treasure. ❤️

[@alidalove7526]

hugs. I can't stop thinking about her. I'm obsessed with googling all her old videos. It hits us because it's a marker of time passing and our own mortality plus she was someone we adored!

[@BONNYRIGG]

me too, I never get super upset when celebrities die, but ONJ was different. I honestly loved her.

[@animalyze7120]

Only Olivia a European who moved to Australia only to become America's Sweetheart then the World's, She was it! in every way imaginable.

[@truthteller8459]

I loved her as well everyone.

[@luckypattie324]

Some have that effect on you.

[@user-wq9eb6mf2c]

Still watching in 2024?? button

[@dbehistun2767]

👀

[@clxmasisland6724]

Why Not? We are in Xanadu.

[@professorpatins]

Sempre ❤

[@arturosoler8715]

Gel ducgjkdjha y no se lo

[@arturosoler8715]

@@dbehistun2767 ñgs

[@victordorantes3727]

Im a 57 year old crying my ass off as I hear Olivia sing this song bringing me back memories of my very young innocent life.Thank u for the memories Olivia God Bless You .RIP.

[@andymatthews7617]

A lovely comment victoria, she was a wonderful person, heaven is a much better place for her being there.

[@Juan-mz5rc]

I won’t ruin your 21.

[@lakeriver393]

If you truly are a 57, what ever that is, and crying over a cheesy movie made when you were 13 then, you are living a sad life...

[@JerryFisher]

I lost my father as a kid. For some reason, this movie and this song in particular, spoke to me and helped me to begin working through the loss a couple of years later. It is still a deeply treasured part of my life today. There is so much optimism and joy in it.

[@brianlynch649]

i can identify with this comment. For me i remember the innocence, and more simpler and happier times

[@horaciogrillo1231]

Si, Claro. Es la sensación de vitalidad. De alegría. Es el momento eterno.

[@robertwhiteside6194]

@@horaciogrillo1231 Yes my heartfelt friend, it will always be an eternal moment.

[@JaimeVRojas]

For each one of us, this song has a different meaning that fills with nostalgia the present of those memorable moments.

[@lelanglais]

I LOVE YOU MAN, MY BRO

[@dawnhall3886]

This was Gene Kelly's final film. He was so amazing in the beginning of this video. That whole dance routine is very difficult to stay in sync with everyone. It's still one of my favorite movies!

[@manuelorozco7760]

My favorite movie with him is the Pirate he did with Judy Garland

[@Dino23968]

RIP Olivia Newton John She passed away recently

[@nickmunoz7523]

In three years, 13M viewers for a movie from 1980...WOW Miss ONJ ❤

[@Limeydawg-1973]

A magical place and time and we just didn't catch it at the moment. We're now left with precious memories..

[@MrBanzaibuckaroo]

This is one of my favorite movies of the 80's, and the world a better place knowing Olivia Newton-John made her mark on in it. One more thing, Gene Kelly is a heck of skater at 68 years old!

[@spaceship5194]

Gene Kelly was always quick on his feet!

[@jaxghost1968]

Gene Kelly is still my favorite ❤️

[@seikibrian8641]

No, this movie was released in 1980, and Gene Kelly was born in 1912. Do the math. [Edit: The commenter I was replying to has deleted his or her comment, or hidden it from me. I wasn't replying to Lon Luna, who is correct about Gene Kelly being 68 here.]

[@nunyabeasley4336]

I definitely get it. You hit the nail on the head with your comment. I am an African American who grew up between Middlesex N.J. and Baltomore city in the 70's and 80's and I am so grateful I grew up during that era because it seemed if all races were coming together .I wouldn't change anything about my childhood because the world WAS becoming a better place AND those were the best decades of music ever especially the 70's and I mean all genres of music. Oh how I wish I could go back because I would stay there. PEACE TO THE WORLD and EVERYONE IN IT!!!

[@roguerover7598]

I know, I was shocked seeing that grandad veteran actor whirling around, but kinda vibes well, he is like the leader to his progeny or something in this scene.

[@coryhays6489]

Olivia Newton-John and Electric Light Orchestra are amazing in this song. Gene Kelly (in his last movie) graceful as ever on roller skates. Epic in every sense of the word.

[@andthedragon]

Right?? I need a moment to take in how amazing Gene Kelly is here. Late 60s and killing it on roller skates! This song is fantastic, and so is Olivia. RIP

[@buffallobill007]

What a movie !!! Brilliant Cast !!!!!!

[@ozi-wanglennfromaustralia1460]

That lady always makes u proud to be an Aussie…RIP…will never be forgotten xx

[@user-ju9re9ob2v]

I LOVE how ALL dancers are INCORPORATED in the Choreography is AMAZING ❤

[@paulosergiocarvalho9787]

Gene Kelly, Olivia and Michael Beck. What a marvelous movie. Saw it when I was a kid. It Will be always in my heart ❤❤❤

[@DigiAkuma]

I loved this movie as a kid. When I found out how this movie didn't do well in the Box Office, that didn't change my mind. Loved the Movie, and Loved the Music. Also I'm saddened with the news of Olivia Newton-John. May she Rest in Peace and may the Neon Lights shine in Heaven!

[@nelsonbonilla3893]

Fueron mis años mágicos, llenos de fantasías y sueños, sin malicia era puro sentimiento

[@josephbrownjr.2046]

I watched this over and over and I still don't understand how they pulled this off. It's incredible ❤

[@soulfulfreedomheart2505]

Xanadu ✨

[@kristinapack2612]

I love when technical “flops” become classics in later years ! This is one of my FAVORITES

[@alexoliver4222]

Hello 👋 Kristina How are you doing today?

[@goittoog7563]

Doubt anyone considers it a "classic" unless smaltzy overdone piffle is a classic.

[@kristinapack2612]

@@goittoog7563 lol okay that’s your opinion ! It’s fairly popular now

[@bonniemartell9750]

I’m having a 50th birthday party and we’re skating to this at an actual rink. Sooo excited!!

[@kristinapack2612]

@@bonniemartell9750 that is so awesome ! I would love to do that ! Have an amazing time and happy 50th birthday 🥳

[@BiodanzaMalta]

There is something truly marvellous about Olivia Newton John..

[@martinjaramillo2429]

My friend and I would spend the entire recess debating who would be the one to marry her first. Haha then Physical came out and we almost lost our minds. Marvelous is right.

[@georgescoville703]

This is so miracles about it she reminded

[@RoodeMenon]

Radiating confidence is something we all want.

[@nahtesalinas1917]

God the way she rises up into the picture like that (3:25) makes my heart flutter. 💖✨💖✨

[@eyecatcher8695]

She's an earth Angel ❤️

[@T.C.216]

Back then, movies made folks feel good. Miss those times!!

[@CromemcoZ2]

Watching the roller-dancers thinking, "that must have been one hell of an audition. We need fifty dancers who can do it on wheels." :)

[@smlrrz]

Rest in Power, Olivia. Your songs will forever live on with us. Thank you for gracing us with your phenomenal voice. You will be missed forever. 😢

[@bruinjer]

This came up on my suggestion feed… I don’t think Jeff Lynne gets enough credit for this masterpiece of a song. The writing and production of the song is on another level. To have Olivia Newton-John sing it, is absolute perfection. This video is so loaded with old Hollywood star power. It’s perfection. No other word(s) can describe it

[@Fancylooks]

Have you heard the version of this song by ELO without Olivia? I lacks so much cheerfulness!

[@bruinjer]

@@Fancylooks yes, I have… it definitely has more of a rock sound to it.

[@antman5474]

Oh my days, I forgot this was an elo number but now I come to think of it? Jeff may have looked a bit like Chewbacca back in his hey day but damn, what a composer.

[@ThomB1031]

It's too bad ELO and Olivia Newton John didn't collaborate more. Her voice and their sound are very complimentary.

[@Dino23968]

RIP Olivia Newton John She passed away recently

[@dandanu2526]

The most fabulous artist of all time.

[@Hortonscakes]

2:43 such a well choreographed scene! My Grandma had this on vhs and my sister and I watched this constantly! Man this movie was way too underrated!

[@MarinaCuritiba]

Descanse em paz, Olivia...sempre em meu coração.

[@billtrooper]

I had regularly pushed this crazy clip on family and friends. RIP Olivia. This might find new audiences now that there will be a renewed spotlight. Its a wonky funky forgotten masterwork tied to the still beloved ELO and Jeff Lynne.

[@bazookaman1107]

My face always lights up with Olivie's entrance.

[@jkvs9908]

I was 18 in 1980. I miss the 80's so much. A fan of Gene kelly's (and Fred Astair's as well) ever since I was a kid

[@ashleymahoney6378]

A true Aussie icon has sadly departed us. RIP Olivia, one of the most purest and beautiful voices of all.

[@mamasboy1719]

A true British icon Olivia Newton John born Cambridge

[@ms.b9093]

@A S Aussies claim her as one of their own for her love and immense contributions to their country.

[@TheMayoBlue]

Thankful someone took a chance on this quirky film, forever immortalizing the Great Gene Kelly paired with the Amazing Olivia Newton-John. Roller Skates were just an added bonus. ❤

[@neo.d1]

what`s past, is what which do not feel cringe and at the same time with a strange but yet pleasant fragrant and joy!!

[@tonytygrrHI]

Olivia Newton John will forever live on in our Hearts through her body of work!💕

[@dugroz]

I think my favorite part is how seriously all of the dancers/skaters/background performers did this. They gave it their all!

[@RoodeMenon]

Nobody slacked when Gene Kelly was watching.

[@MichMeister16]

No plastics, no fillers, no synth, no CGI, just talent, and OLIVIA IN ALL HER GLORY!

[@CerealBox64]

I mean the film has plenty of synth mate

[@donnastan101]

Synth was heavily used in vintage music doesn't make it bad though????

[@BrianBaileyedtech]

I LOVE this because it just perfectly captures the late 70's, early 80's vibe when I was a teenager. Best time of my life! Back when people knew how to get along and just enjoy life!

[@ClaireTarpey-sm6qe]

I could do all this & frequently did at the time! Oh the days gone by...

[@rafaelsale6364]

How can anyone not love Olivia Newton John. Her smile and presence radiates pure joy. Her angelic voice and God given talent was something to be seen. She will dearly be missed, but never ever forgotten. RIP: Dear Olivia

[@ToyotaGuy1971]

Yes, glory to God.

[@Coastcrawler]

Without that "god" thingy, you are totally right.

[@thirabx6954]

I always liked this movie. Very simple. Olivia of course.

[@robertcampbell6349]

She was talented and beautiful. RIP Olivia.

[@user-ok7nw3hd4k]

@@Coastcrawler That was completely unnecessary and you know it.

[@kalena7126]

I was 9 years old in 1980 and I was OBSESSED with this movie. It was on constantly on HBO after it left theatres and if I had control of the tv remote I had this movie on. This song transports me back to the 80's and for that, I'll always love it.

[@malcolmharry5007]

Hello

[@kalena7126]

@@malcolmharry5007 Hi

[@michellealbury6693]

She'll never be forgotten, love all her songs saw her back in 1984

[@97kos]

Marvellous song and performance! Olivia here looked pretty, her voice was angelic! Miss You, Mrs Newton-John 😟🥰

[@wolfgrade1955]

Gene Kelly is not gliding on roller-skates, he's levitating and the room is revolving around him because he's GENE.FUCKING.KELLY.

[@mdwsb]

We rented this last summer and in the commentary he said he was very annoyed that they only shot him from the waist up during the whole roller-skating segment.

[@marciagowe3493]

Gene Kelly was so amazing 🤗😆😁🤣🥰

[@chrisspaight2955]

You think he's cool in this, watch his whole ass song and dance number on skates: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpnWZ5yOpa6hiqM

[@edgefan4437]

@@mdwsb Interesting. I liked Xanadu and I'm a huge Olivia fan but I thought the editing of this movie was horrible. Lots of close ups when a lot of dancing was going on and a wide shot would have been good and shown the choreographers vision of the scene. Like when all the Greek muses dance out of the wall and they are all dancing together and we couldn't see most of it. A real waste of hard work. I think Grease 2 also had bad editing.

[@sugarlove]

To see Gene Kelly with such joy in the beginning of the video is a priceless moment.

[@hawncho7198]

gives me goosebumps he look so happy total pimp

[@stephennield4719]

There is a sadness knowing gene Kelly isn’t alive no more. To me he was Hollywood

[@mainstreetsaint36]

@@stephennield4719 while it's sad that he's no longer with us, he did leave behind a fantastic legacy of films. And he lived a pretty full life, died at 83 years old.

[@patpeck2405]

Was wondering how old he was, skating like that

[@stephennield4719]

@@patpeck2405 he was 84 when he died

[@animalpants]

You’re a legend. You will never be forgotten….EVER.

[@tuiteruyo360]

I think this is a valuable permanent preservation version of the great singer Olivia Newton-John.

[@Cotton11]

I just love this song ! 💖 My favourite ! 🌸 Rest In Peace, Olivia ! 🤍

[@toddwoods582]

Olivia Newton-John was and will always be absolute perfection in every way.

[@numerikproductions]

Except in rollerskating and dancing. Lol! Otherwise I gree.

[@mitchellmelkin4078]

andy morris, That's very distressing to hear. Are you referring to a recent cancer relapse that seems pretty dire?

[@desolationangel5136]

@andy morris Noooo! That's awful news. 😢

[@MoMoMyPup10]

@andy morris and yet she just released another duet with her daughter yesterday.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

@andy morris and there is no such news in the pipeline that I see. From October: "Olivia Newton-John hasn’t undergone radiation in “a couple of years” and hasn’t had a scan for cancer “for a long time,” which the 72-year-old actress happily revealed in an EXCLUSIVE interview with HollywoodLife!"

[@pacopaco897]

Rip olivia you sure are missed her music made my 80s something special I miss you

[@DionnaHayden]

This makes me sorely miss my childhood and those I love who are no longer here today ❤🥲

[@jeepluver3195]

This whole movie is so criminally underrated and this is the best scene from it. The choreographed skating to a drumbeat that gives me chills only to have Olivia pop up and close things out like the angel she is. This is what heaven better feel like. 🥳🤗

[@lasktdave]

A friend of mine was one of the skaters in the film. She said all the skating stomping sound was put in later because they couldn't all do it in synch well enough while performing.

[@stationsixtyseven67]

I liked the bit with Kelly playing clarinet at the beach.

[@ricksparks]

I don't believe in heaven, but I wholeheartedly agree.

[@Miumiu0404]

Yea it's sad that this film flopped in the box office.

[@jmack8767]

Oh it was SO uncool. Everyone was so snotty about this movie! I've always loved it. I saw it as the "in-flight" movie on a bus on the way to France when I was 11 or something. I totally loved it and still do...

[@rafaelbianco642]

Todo el mundo ama y quiere a Olivia Newton John, bellísima y talentosísima cantante y actriz por siempre; descanse en Paz Inolvidable Sandy, Xanadu !!!

[@antonioperezayala2072]

coincido contigo. la cantante mas hermosa... y que voz tan unica. Saludos desde Cancún, Mexico,

[@rafaelbianco642]

@@antonioperezayala2072 Así es, saludos desde Cd. de México

[@marcosoliveirasantos3243]

Linda, talentosa e insubstituível! Que ela alegre os anjos do céu 🙏🏼

[@indridcold8433]

Ella siempre me hacia sentir feliz.

[@sabrinamascarenhas3090]

Eterna Sandy, Kira. Grease!! Xanadu!! Lindos!! Inesquecíveis!! Descanse em Paz!! Olivia!! Uma estrela que Agora Brilha no Céu!! E Ficará em Nossos Corações!!❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌👏👏👏👏👏🌹🌹🌹⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@user-ci3je1oy3d]

Such a magical movie! 🎥

[@Jamus1975]

Such a fantastic beauty. She had it all. And then on top of that she could sing beautifully

[@THX-kw2jh]

Brings Back Very Good Memories From The Summer of 1980. RIP Olivia Newton John. 🥲

[@chrisbucks1192]

Beautiful, talented and classical lady! Hope I see her in the next world/place/life where ever that may be?!

[@borg386]

Dang! Hat's off to the director. That was pretty amazing 👏

[@paulr1272]

Olivia Newton-John will always be a legend. RIP

[@CucFan]

this movie needs to be re-released in theatres!! I would definitely pay to se it. Oh to be 13 and discover this movie all over again.