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West Side Story (2021)

“A city divided. Their love will challenge everything.”

6.9/10 · 1,853 votes 2h 36m pg-13 RomanceDramaCrime

#112 of 248 films from 2021 #608 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Steven Spielberg · Written by Tony Kushner

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Overview

Two youngsters from rival New York City gangs fall in love, but tensions between their respective friends build toward tragedy.

Cast

Ansel Elgortas Tony
Rachel Zegleras María
Ariana DeBoseas Anita
David Alvarezas Bernardo
Mike Faistas Riff
Brian d'Arcy Jamesas Officer Krupke
Corey Stollas Lieutenant Schrank
Rita Morenoas Valentina
Josh Riveraas Chino
Ana Isabelleas Rosalía
Ilda Masonas Luz
iris menasas Anybodys
Julius Anthony Rubioas Quique
Tanairi Sade Vazquezas Charita

Facts

Release dateDecember 8, 2021
Runtime156 min (2h 36m) — longer as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$100,000,000
Box office$76,016,171 (0.8× budget)
IMDbtt3581652

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Questions

How long is West Side Story?
West Side Story runs 156 minutes (2h 36m), which is long for a romance — plan for it.
Is West Side Story worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 1,853 votes, which places it #112 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 55%) and #608 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed West Side Story?
West Side Story was directed by Steven Spielberg. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Schindler's List (1993), Saving Private Ryan (1998), Jurassic Park (1993).
Who stars in West Side Story?
Ansel Elgort as Tony; Rachel Zegler as María; Ariana DeBose as Anita; David Alvarez as Bernardo; Mike Faist as Riff; Brian d'Arcy James as Officer Krupke.
What is West Side Story rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for West Side Story?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/26257.

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