Everything to Know About The “West Side Story” Remake

“West Side Story,” the “Romeo and Juliet”–inspired tale about a pair of star-crossed lovers in New York City, is getting a modern update. Steven Spielberg is set to recreate the classic, which first hit the big screen back in 1961. The new “West Side” stars Ansel Elgort (“The Fault in Our Stars,” “Baby Driver”), and newcomer Rachel Zegler as Tony and Maria, along with some of Broadway's biggest names.