Four lost souls in the Nevada desert wilderness A recently divorced blonde bombshell in Reno (Marilyn Monroe) befriends three guys and stirs their passions: An aging cowboy (Clark Gable), a cynical bush pilot (Eli Wallach) and a brooding rodeo contender (Montgomery Clift). They take an excursion to capture wild mustangs for profit. Thelma Ritter is on hand as a fifth misfit in the first half. “The Misfits”…
It shouts and sings with life ... explodes with love!
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.
Top 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 Fundraiser in Bar
Rex Bell
Old Cowboy (uncredited)
John Huston
(uncredited)
Peggy Barton
Young Bride (uncredited)
Ryall Bowker
Man in Bar (uncredited)
Frank Fanelli Sr.
Gambler at Bar (uncredited)
Bobby LaSalle
Bartender (uncredited)
Philip Mitchell
Charles Steers (uncredited)
Walter Ramage
Old Groom (uncredited)
Reviews
This is a belter of a film that reminded me of just how imposing Clark Gable could be on screen with a strong part and a decent script. He is "Gay", a tough but pretty past-it cowboy who is hanging out with his buddy "Guido" (Eli Wallach) leading a pretty aimless existence with a lifestyle that is gradually withering on the vine. That all changes when they encounter the flighty "Roslyn" (Marilyn Monroe) who has…
FAQ about The Misfits
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…
When was The Misfits released?
The Misfits was released in 1961.
What genres does The Misfits belong to?
The Misfits is categorised as Drama, Romance, Western.
Who stars in The Misfits?
The cast of The Misfits includes Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift, Thelma Ritter, Eli Wallach.