Newsies (1992) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Newsies (1992) — A week in the life of the exploited, child newspaper sellers in turn-of-the-century New York. Streaming on Disney Plus.
Newsies (1992) Storyline
A week in the life of the exploited, child newspaper sellers in turn-of-the-century New York. When their publisher, Joseph Pulitzer, tries to squeeze a little more profit out of their labours, they organize a strike, only to be confronted with the Pulitzer's hard-ball tactics.
Full Cast & Crew
- Christian Bale as Jack 'Cowboy' Kelly
- Bill Pullman as Bryan Denton
- Ann-Margret as Medda Larkson
- Robert Duvall as Joseph Pulitzer
- David Moscow as David Jacobs
- Luke Edwards as Les Jacobs
- Max Casella as Racetrack Higgins
- Gabriel Damon as Spot Conlon
- Marty Belafsky as Crutchy
- Aaron Lohr as Mush
- Dee Caspary as Snitch
- Shon Greenblatt as Oscar Delancey
- Trey Parker as Kid Blink
- Michael A. Goorjian as Skittery
- Dominic Lucero as Bumlets
Why Watch Newsies?
The Vibe: Newsies is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1992. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.7/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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