Content Warnings
- 🟡 40/100 Brief scene with a woman in revealing clothing.
- 🟡 30/100 Suggestive dialogue and mild sexual innuendo.
- 🟡 30/100 Characters seen smoking cigarettes.
- 🟡 50/100 Scene with characters drinking alcohol.
- 🔴 70/100 Fight scene with punches and kicks.
- 🔴 80/100 Gang violence with weapons involved.
- 🔴 90/100 Intense chase and violent confrontation.
- 🟡 50/100 Use of mild profanity.
- 🔴 80/100 Strong language and insults.
- 🔴 90/100 Repeated use of strong profanity.
Details for The Warriors (1979)
What is the plot of The Warriors (1979)?
The Warriors (1979) follows a street gang called The Warriors who are falsely accused of assassinating a rival gang leader during a citywide gang meeting. They must travel from the Bronx back to their home turf in Coney Island while being hunted by other gangs and the police.
Who are the main actors in The Warriors?
The main actors in The Warriors include Michael Beck as Swan, James Remar as Ajax, Dorsey Wright as Cleon, and Brian Tyler as Snow.
What is the significance of the phrase 'Can you dig it?' in The Warriors?
The phrase 'Can you dig it?' is famously spoken by Cyrus, the leader of the Gramercy Riffs, during his speech at the gang meeting in the beginning of the movie. It has become one of the most iconic lines from the film.
What inspired the creation of The Warriors?
The Warriors is based on the 1965 novel of the same name by Sol Yurick, which was itself loosely inspired by the ancient Greek story 'Anabasis' by Xenophon, where a group of soldiers must fight their way home through hostile territory.
How was The Warriors received upon its release?
Upon its release in 1979, The Warriors received mixed reviews but has since gained a cult following. The film was noted for its stylized action, unique portrayal of gang culture, and memorable characters.
