Gossip Girl star Chace Crawford has auditioned to “kick off his Sunday shoes” in an upcoming remake of the 1984 film Footloose.

Chace is in line to replace High School Musical star Zac Efron, who had been slated to take over the role first played by Kevin Bacon in the original film, but pulled out earlier this month.

According to E! Online, Chace wowed Paramount Studios bosses with his conviction and fancy footwork during a recent screen test for the lead role in the new Footloose.

“He did really well,” says a source.