Rebel Without a Cause
1955, English. Directed by Nicholas Ray.
The bad boy from a good family.
After moving to a new town, troublemaking teen Jim Stark is supposed to have a clean slate, although being the new kid in town brings its own problems. While searching for some stability, Stark forms a bond with a disturbed classmate, Plato, and falls for local girl Judy. However, Judy is the girlfriend of neighborhood tough, Buzz. When Buzz violently confronts Jim and challenges him to a drag race, the new kid's real troubles begin.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Details
- Released
- 27 October 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nicholas Ray, Stewart Stern
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $4.5M
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What Rebel Without a Cause is based on
Rebel Without a Cause is adapted from a short story.
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Rebel Without a Cause: quick answers
Is Rebel Without a Cause worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 1,853 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Rebel Without a Cause?
Rebel Without a Cause runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Rebel Without a Cause have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Rebel Without a Cause. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Rebel Without a Cause parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Rebel Without a Cause is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Rebel Without a Cause on?
Rebel Without a Cause isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Rebel Without a Cause?
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Who directed Rebel Without a Cause?
Rebel Without a Cause (1955) was directed by Nicholas Ray and stars James Dean, Natalie Wood, Sal Mineo.
What is Rebel Without a Cause based on?
Rebel Without a Cause is adapted from a short story.