Ponyboy is a 14-year-old boy who lives with his two brothers, Sodapop and Darry, after his parents pass away. He is part of a group of friends called the "Greasers" who get into fights with their rivals, the "Socs". After a fight with Darry, Ponyboy runs away with his friend Johnny. They take shelter in an abandoned church but accidentally burn it down while trying to stay warm. Johnny and Ponyboy work to save the children trapped inside. This event leaves Johnny injured and he later dies in the hospital. Dally, another friend, is shot and killed by police after a rumble between the Greasers and Socs. Ponyboy and
