Well, for starters, West Side Story 2021 will not be available on any online streaming platforms. It will not be available on Netflix, HBO MAX, Paramount+, or on Peacock. But, because it is the 21st century, we can expect the movie to stream online soon after the theatre release happens. Most importantly, this article will be updated if any details come in.
About West Side Story
West Side Story is a romantic musical drama. It is coming back to life. The movie is based on a 1957 stage musical by the same name. It was directed by Steven Spielberg. The cast involves Ansel Elgort and Rachel Zegler.
Furthermore, the plot of the story takes place in New York City in the 1950s. The movie shows, Tony (Ansel Elgort) and Maria (Rachel Zegler). The two teenagers fall in love, but their families are in rival street gangs, the Jets and the Sharks. They prohibit the relationship and the movie continues.
When is the Movie coming out?
The movie premiered on November 29th, 2021. The premiere happened at the Jazz at Lincoln Center, but its wide release is on December 10th, 2021. The screening of the movie is under limits. December 9th, 2021, was the first day, the screening began. So, the movie is screened while you are reading this article. The movie will be playing in theaters worldwide.
However, according to a report by Rolling Stone, West Side Story is more likely to stream on Disney+ and HBO Max after the 45-day exclusive theatre screening. The movie, delayed by a year due to the pandemic, and now it is officially screening in theaters.
If you wish to catch up on the story, the 1961 version is currently only available to stream on Curia. Simultaneously, you can rent or buy West Side Story 1961 on Amazon Prime. Watch the film online, and then catch the latest Spielberg adaption to know why your peers are going crazy over a decade-old movie.
Casting list of West Side Story
- Ansel Elgort as Tony
- Rachel Zegler as María
- Ariana DeBose as Anita
- David Alvarez as Bernardo
- Mike Faist as the Riff
- Rita Moreno as Valentina
- Brian d’Arcy James as Officer Krupke
- Corey Stoll as Lieutenant Schrank
- Josh Andrés Rivera as Chino
And many more.