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The Outsiders

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A teen gang in rural Oklahoma, the Greasers are perpetually at odds with the Socials, a rival group. When Greasers Ponyboy (C. Thomas Howell) and Johnny (Ralph Macchio) get into a brawl that ends in the death of a Social member, the boys are forced to go into hiding. Soon Ponyboy and Johnny, along with the intense Dallas (Matt Dillon) and their other Greaser buddies, must contend with the consequences of their violent lives. While some Greasers try to achieve redemption, others meet tragic ends.
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The cracks continue to show in Coppola's directorial style, but The Outsiders remains a blustery, weird, and fun adaptation of the classic novel.

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Kevin Maher The Times (UK) Oct 15, 2021
4/5
It's beautifully shot, written and paced, but the cast, really, is the thing. Go to Full Review Danny Leigh Financial Times Oct 14, 2021
3/5
The movie is sincerely anguished, sensitive to class. It can also wobble alarmingly. Go to Full Review Peter Bradshaw Guardian Oct 14, 2021
5/5
It is a movie with the heartfelt old-fashioned urgency of a Hollywood film from much further back, with the Brat Pack in this film the equivalent of the Dead End Kids who made Angels With Dirty Faces in the 1930s. Go to Full Review Megan Fisher Loud and Clear Reviews Jan 11, 2025
It’s about as realistic a depiction as West Side Story, but Coppola tells the story with a moving sympathy and romance. Go to Full Review Harry Solomons Loud and Clear Reviews Jan 8, 2025
3.5/5
Uniquely and stunningly overdramatic, The Outsiders is turned by Francis Ford Coppola and his cast, against all odds, into an incredibly engrossing picture. Go to Full Review Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies Mar 26, 2023
4/5
The Outsiders - The Complete Novel becomes a stronger film because of Coppola's decision to restore deleted scenes and give the film a new score and soundtrack. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lee S Jan 16, 2026 I loved this movie growing up in the 1980's. To see this movie as an adult just wow. The complete novel version is great. The big screen at the movie theater was a awesome experience. Stay Gold! See more sauce1974 May 1, 2024 This movie is timeless. See more Daniel May 22, 2021 We liked it because it stirred our emotions. See more Gabriel F @Gfitch05 3 days ago Stay golden Ponyboy. See more Christopher R @RT40764576 Sep 7, 2026 Great book but the cast is one for legends! Good movie. See more Ethan G @ethdrew05226 Aug 22, 2026 The Outsiders (1983) is a solid 10/10. When I was in eighth grade, we read the book and then watched the movie in class. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved the Greasers—they were the best part of the 60s! Because of that experience, I decided to buy a new DVD and rewatch the movie, and honestly, it’s still one of the best movies ever. 🌅📀🎬 See more Read all reviews
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Francis Ford Coppola

Director

Matt Dillon

Dallas Winston

C. Thomas Howell

Ponyboy Curtis

Ralph Macchio

Johnny Cade

Patrick Swayze

Darrel Curtis

Rob Lowe

Sodapop Curtis

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Synopsis A teen gang in rural Oklahoma, the Greasers are perpetually at odds with the Socials, a rival group. When Greasers Ponyboy (C. Thomas Howell) and Johnny (Ralph Macchio) get into a brawl that ends in the death of a Social member, the boys are forced to go into hiding. Soon Ponyboy and Johnny, along with the intense Dallas (Matt Dillon) and their other Greaser buddies, must contend with the consequences of their violent lives. While some Greasers try to achieve redemption, others meet tragic ends.
Director
Francis Ford Coppola
Producer
Gray Frederickson, Fred Roos
Screenwriter
S.E. Hinton, Kathleen Rowell
Distributor
Warner Bros., Warner Home Vídeo
Production Co
Zoetrope Studios
Rating
PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 25, 1983, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 16, 2009
Runtime
1h 31m
Sound Mix
Dolby, Surround
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