West Side Story (1961): movie guide

What is West Side Story about?

In Manhattan’s Upper West Side, rival gangs of Polish-Americans and newly arrived Puerto Ricans clash for control of the neighborhood, even as two young members from opposite sides fall dangerously in love.

Cast highlights

West Side Story features Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno, George Chakiris, Simon Oakland. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 1961-12-13. Runtime: 153 minutes. TMDB score: 7.2/10 (2,129 votes). Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is West Side Story?

West Side Story is listed as Crime, Drama, Romance on TMDB.

How long is West Side Story?

West Side Story runs about 153 minutes.

Who stars in West Side Story?

Cast highlights include Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno, George Chakiris, Simon Oakland.

Does Cinema Box stream West Side Story?

No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.

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