The Outsiders (1983), directed by Francis Ford Coppola and based on the novel by S.E. Hinton, is famous for featuring a breakout ensemble of young actors who would go on to become major Hollywood stars.

The cast you mentioned are indeed the core group of "Greasers":

• C. Thomas Howell as Ponyboy Curtis: The sensitive protagonist and narrator who struggles to find his place within the gang and his community.

• Emilio Estevez as Keith "Two-Bit" Matthews: Known for his sense of humor and his signature switchblade.

• Rob Lowe as Sodapop Curtis: Ponyboy's charming, high-spirited older brother.

• Matt Dillon as Dallas "Dally" Winston: The toughest and most hardened member of the group.

• Ralph Macchio as Johnny Cade: The quiet, vulnerable member of the gang whose close friendship with Ponyboy is the emotional heart of the film.

• Tom Cruise as Steve Randle: A close friend of Sodapop who is loyal and energetic.