The Misfits
"It shouts and sings with life ... explodes with love!"
Originally released in 1961. The Misfits is a western/drama film. directed by John Huston. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, and Eli Wallach
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1961
65 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (412 votes)
Budget
$4M
Production budget
Box Office
$8.2M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $8,200,000
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Seven Arts Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
Who directed The Misfits?
The Misfits was directed by John Huston.
How long is The Misfits?
The Misfits has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was The Misfits released?
The Misfits was released on February 1, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Misfits?
The main cast of The Misfits includes Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, Eli Wallach, Montgomery Clift, Thelma Ritter.
Is The Misfits worth watching?
The Misfits has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 412 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.