Movies like The Lords of Flatbush

Adapted from S.E. Hinton's novel, The Outsiders dives deeply into the lives of teenagers from different social groups in the '60s. Fans of The Lords of Flatbush will appreciate the portrayal of gang dynamics, coming-of-age struggles, and the raw look at youthful camaraderie in a world that seems tipped against them.

Grease brings to life the flashy and energetic world of 1950s high school. With its catchy musical numbers and a similar setting to The Lords of Flatbush, Grease provides a more upbeat but still relevant look at youthful relationships and retro-subcultures.

George Lucas's American Graffiti captures the essence of '60s teen culture in a poignant, nostalgic night of escapades. Audiences who enjoyed the vintage vibes and group dynamics in The Lords of Flatbush will undoubtedly resonate with the intertwined stories of adolescence and the universal quest for purpose and identity.

Starring John Travolta, Saturday Night Fever explores the life of a working-class young man with a passion for dancing. If The Lords of Flatbush captivated you with its portrait of urban youth, you'll enjoy the similar setting and the intense depiction of a young adult's dreams and disappointments in the '70s.

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, Rumble Fish is another adaptation of an S.E. Hinton novel, presenting a poetic and stylized account of gang life and brotherly bonds. The film's atmospheric take on the struggles of youth will engage viewers who were moved by the grit and camaraderie in The Lords of Flatbush.