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: 7.244/10 (1936 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $43,700,000
- Production Companies: Seven Arts Productions, The Mirisch Company, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.0285
- 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
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Maria Sings 'I Feel Pretty' in West Side Story (1961) | TCM
The Sharks Perform "America" in West Side Story | TCM
Rita Moreno | 34th Oscars Best Supporting Actress | Behind the Oscars Speech
Dance at the Gym from WEST SIDE STORY | Mad About Musicals | TCM
'West Side Story' | Oscar Winner Tom Hanks on the First Movie That Made Him Feel Seen
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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 7.244/10 based on 1936 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!
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