The Misfits(1961)
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Overview
While filing for a divorce, beautiful ex-stripper Roslyn Taber ends up meeting aging cowboy-turned-gambler Gay Langland and former World War II aviator Guido Racanelli. The two men instantly become infatuated with Roslyn and, on a whim, the three decide to move into Guido's half-finished desert home together. When grizzled ex-rodeo rider Perce Howland arrives, the unlikely foursome strike up a business capturing wild horses.
Director
John Huston
Studio
United Artists
Budget
$4M
Revenue
$8M
Cast
Marilyn Monroe
as Roslyn Taber
Clark Gable
as Gay Langland
Eli Wallach
as Guido
Montgomery Clift
as Perce Howland
Thelma Ritter
as Isabelle Steers
James Barton
as Fletcher's grandfather
Kevin McCarthy
as Raymond Taber
Estelle Winwood
as Church lady collecting money in bar
Rex Bell
as Old Cowboy (uncredited)
John Huston
as Extra in Blackjack Scene (uncredited)
Peggy Barton
as Young Bride (uncredited)
Ryall Bowker
as Man in Bar (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1961
Runtime
2h 4m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$4M
Box Office
$8M
Production Companies
United Artists • Seven Arts Productions
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Where can I watch The Misfits?▼
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What is The Misfits about?▼
While filing for a divorce, beautiful ex-stripper Roslyn Taber ends up meeting aging cowboy-turned-gambler Gay Langland and former World War II aviator Guido Racanelli. The two men instantly become infatuated with Roslyn and, on a whim, the three decide to move into Guido's half-finished desert home together. When grizzled ex-rodeo rider Perce Howland arrives, the unlikely foursome strike up a business capturing wild horses.
Who directed The Misfits?▼
The Misfits was directed by John Huston and released in 1961. It is a western, drama, romance film.
How long is The Misfits?▼
The Misfits has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
Who stars in The Misfits?▼
The cast of The Misfits includes Marilyn Monroe as Roslyn Taber, Clark Gable as Gay Langland, Eli Wallach as Guido, Montgomery Clift as Perce Howland, Thelma Ritter as Isabelle Steers and more.
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