
West Side Story
The screen achieves one of the great entertainments in the history of motion pictures.
In the slums of the upper West Side of Manhattan, tensions are high as a gang of Polish-Americans compete against a gang of recently immigrated Puerto Ricans, but this doesn't stop two romantics from each gang falling in love.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: West Side Story
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1961-12-13
- Runtime: 153 minutes
- Rating: 7.24/10 (1921 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $43,700,000
- Production Companies: Seven Arts Productions, The Mirisch Company, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.6152
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew

Natalie Wood
as Maria

Richard Beymer
as Tony

Russ Tamblyn
as Riff

Rita Moreno
as Anita

George Chakiris
as Bernardo

Simon Oakland
as Lieutenant Schrank

Ned Glass
as Doc

William Bramley
as Officer Krupke

Tucker Smith
as Ice

Tony Mordente
as Action
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Trailers & Clips
Rita Moreno | 34th Oscars Best Supporting Actress | Behind the Oscars Speech
'West Side Story' | Oscar Winner Tom Hanks on the First Movie That Made Him Feel Seen
Natalie Wood on Making WEST SIDE STORY | Spotlight Cinema
Dance-off Scene
Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Story?▼
West Side Story is a Crime, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1961-12-13.
Who are the main actors in West Side Story?▼
The main cast includes Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno, George Chakiris, .
Where can I watch West Side Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if West Side Story is available.
Is West Side Story based on a true story?▼
The screen achieves one of the great entertainments in the history of motion pictures.
What is the IMDb rating of West Side Story?▼
West Side Story has an IMDb rating of 7.24/10 based on 1921 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of West Side Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $43,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for West Side Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Seven Arts Productions, The Mirisch Company, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was West Side Story filmed?▼
West Side Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is West Side Story?▼
The total runtime of West Side Story is 153 minutes.
Is West Side Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to West Side Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to West Side Story.
Does West Side Story have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!