John Travolta proves he’s still got the moves with a playful dance lesson for James Corden and Aaron Taylor-Johnson

John Travolta has aged like fine wine, much like all legends. At 65, he gave James Corden a playful dance lesson, showing he’s still got the moves. Early in the episode, Corden asked English power couple Aaron and Sam Taylor-Johnson about their Halloween transformations into Uma Thurman and John Travolta’s iconic Pulp Fiction characters. As Sam and Corden reminisced about the beloved film, featuring that unforgettable dance scene with Travolta and Thurman, the stage was set for something special.

Corden couldn’t resist asking Travolta to teach them some dance moves. Known for his roles in Saturday Night Fever and Grease, Travolta once ruled the dance floor, and he showed that he could still move with the best of them. He taught Corden, Aaron, and Sam various dance steps, including the mashed potato, hip shaker, twist, swim, and, naturally, the Batman. Despite its simplicity, Travolta’s charisma made the segment incredibly entertaining to watch.

On December 5, 2019, an episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden was uploaded, featuring Travolta’s impromptu dance class. Garnering 18.9 million views on Corden’s YouTube channel, the heartwarming video became an instant hit. Fans were thrilled to see Travolta dancing again, leaving comments like, “You never lose class, John Travolta,” and “John Travolta should be recognized as a national treasure.” The affection for Travolta was clear—his charm, legendary status, strength, and positive energy resonated with viewers.

The dance scene between Travolta and Thurman in Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction is one of cinema’s most iconic moments. In the film, Travolta plays Vincent Vega, a seasoned criminal tasked with entertaining Mia Wallace, the boss’s wife, played by Thurman. When they arrive at the venue, Mia is eager to enter the dance contest, leading to their performance to Chuck Berry’s “You Never Can Tell.” The moves Travolta taught on Corden’s show are the same ones he showcased in that legendary scene.

The segment on The Late Late Show also revealed intriguing details about Travolta’s role in creating the famous dance scene in Pulp Fiction. “Quentin was adamant about us doing the twist, which is a fun dance, but there’s only so much you can do with it,” Travolta explained. He suggested to Tarantino that they incorporate novelty dances like the swim and the Batman, which were popular during his youth. Travolta’s idea convinced the director, leading to the creation of the now-iconic dance sequence.