Francis Ford Coppola Shares Rare Audition Footage from ‘The Outsiders’ Casting Process

Francis Ford Coppola shares rare audition footage from over 40 years ago, offering a unique glimpse into the casting process for ‘The Outsiders’ and revealing insights about working with the young stars. The footage features 17-year-old Matt Dillon, along with appearances by Ralph Macchio, Diane Lane, Tom Cruise, Rob Lowe, Patrick Swayze, and Emilio Estevez. Several stars from the film expressed gratitude and nostalgia in response to Coppola’s post, emphasizing the lasting impact of the auditions and the film experience on their careers and personal lives.