Francis Ford Coppola Unveils 'The Outsiders' Audition Footage

Over 40 years later, the director shares a glimpse into the casting of the iconic film, featuring young stars and a unique audition process.

Francis Ford Coppola celebrates over 40 years of 'The Outsiders' by sharing audition footage of its young cast, including Tom Cruise and Patrick Swayze.
The unique casting process involved actors auditioning for multiple roles in front of their peers, fostering a sense of respect and collaboration.
Footage reveals the intense competition among actors for roles in the iconic film, with many future stars reflecting on the experience as formative.
The auditions, originally included as bonus material in home-video releases, showcase the raw talent of actors who would go on to achieve major success.
'The Outsiders', based on S.E. Hinton's novel, explores the rivalry between teen gangs in 1960s Oklahoma, marking a pivotal moment in film history.