Rebel Without a Cause. Rebel Without a Cause is a 1955 American drama film about emotionally confused suburban, middle-class teenagers. After moving to a new town, troublemaking teen Jim Stark (James Dean) is supposed to have a clean slate, although being the new kid in town brings its own problems. While searching for some stability, Stark forms a bond with a disturbed classmate, Plato (Sal Mineo), and falls for local girl Judy (Natalie Wood). However, Judy is the girlfriend of neighborhood tough, Buzz (Corey Allen). When Buzz violently confronts Jim and challenges him to a drag race, the new kid's real troubles begin. This poster is produced using tear resistant, water proof material. Custom orders accepted. Proudly Made in the USA. This is the original poster reproduction of the movie with some minor editing. We have redrawn the text and some small details to make this poster suitable for large prints.