It’s hard to believe that this year marks the tenth anniversary of the premiere of “High School Musical” on the Disney Channel. To celebrate this monumental occasion for a beloved film from our childhood, here are 10 reasons why “High School Musical” is still a fan favorite.
1. It wasn’t afraid to break the stereotypes.
It broke away from the traditional Disney channel sports-centric movies, and was a win for music and theater departments everywhere.
2. Gabriella is super inspiring.
She was confident in herself and her amazing academic abilities. She proved girls could love – and be good at – math and science!
3. The awesome basketball dance number.
Didn’t it make us all want to be a basketball player? #WhatTeam #Wildcats
4. The outfits!
Sharpay and glitter became synonymous.
5. The sing and dance along versions of the film.
They are of the many reasons you still know all of the song lyrics and most of the choreography.
6. Those moments you could actually relate to high school.
While we all didn’t get to break out into song and dance, the cliques and status quo were real.
7. Troy Bolton
He remains a movie crush that woos us with his sensitivity and charm.
8. Troy and Gabriella’s relationship
They highlighted what mutual trust respect look like. Then they ended up dating in real life! #relationshipgoals
9. The super quotable and memorable lines
“We’re all in this together!” and “What Team? WILDCATS!” were enough to make all of us want to be Wildcats.
10. It always promoted teamwork
Because after all, we are all in this together!