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1 February 1961 (USA) moreTagline:
'SMASHING' thru the Excitement Barrier ! morePlot:
A sexy divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle in early-sixties Nevada. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
1 win & 1 nomination moreNewsDesk:
(6 articles)
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Excellent acting and profound script moreCast
(Complete credited cast) | Clark Gable | ... | Gay Langland |
 | Marilyn Monroe | ... | Roslyn Taber |
 | Montgomery Clift | ... | Perce Howland |
 | Thelma Ritter | ... | Isabelle Steers |
 | Eli Wallach | ... | Guido |
| James Barton | ... | Fletcher's grandfather |
| Kevin McCarthy | ... | Raymond Taber |
| Estelle Winwood | ... | Church lady collecting money in bar |
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124 min | France:120 min (DVD)Country:
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1.66 : 1 moreSound Mix:
Mono (Westrex Recording System)Certification:
Iceland:L | Hungary:14 | West Germany:12 (f) (re-rated) | West Germany:16 (f) | Argentina:13 | Australia:PG | Chile:14 | Finland:K-16 | France:U (re-release) | Sweden:15 | UK:PG | USA:Approved | Ireland:PGFun Stuff
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A doctor was on call 24 hours a day for both Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift during the filming. moreGoofs:
Revealing mistakes: When Isabelle (Thelma Ritter) and Guido return to the house after Roslyn and Langland have been alone there for a few days, Langland calls Isabelle "Thelma". moreFAQ
A Note Regarding SpoilersWhat kind of airplane was Guido flying?
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I've always wanted to see this movie because of the legendary actors associated with it and yesterday I finally rented it. I can't say it is an entertaining movie, but it is certainly profound and stays with you.
Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift were all wonderful. There is something extra poignant about the casting of these three actors. It is like "misfits" playing misfits. Knowing that it is Clark Gable's and Marilyn Monroe's last film added to the aura of finality at the end. Marilyn Monroe definitely does not get the credit she deserves as the fine actress she was. Even her character is trying to get beyond the external first impression she makes on men.
It is the first film I've seen of Montgomery Clift's. What a fine actor! He brought enormous depth to his character--much of which was portrayed without speaking.
Once again, if you're looking for an entertaining film, you may be disappointed. If you're looking for an interesting blend of characters who, in many ways, are mirrors of the actors playing them, then rent the Misfits. It is packed with stars but not with glitzy star quality, just no-holds-barred, uninhibited acting.