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The Outsider

1961 · 108 min · Director: Delbert Mann

The Outsider (1961) is a war drama, directed by Delbert Mann. It stars Tony Curtis and James Franciscus. The film is based on a true story. The 108-minute film holds an audience score of 6.5/10.

What The Outsider Is About

Ira Hayes, a young Pima Indian, enlists in the Marine Corps. At boot camp, he is shunned and mocked by everyone, aside from a Marine named Sorenson, who he befriends. They happen to be two of the six marines captured in the famous photograph of Marines raising the U.S. flag on Suribachi during the battle of Iwo Jima, but Sorenson is killed soon after. Although he is hailed as a hero, Ira's life begins to spiral out of control after the war.

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What is The Outsider about?

Ira Hayes, a young Pima Indian, enlists in the Marine Corps. At boot camp, he is shunned and mocked by everyone, aside from a Marine named Sorenson, who he befriends.

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How long is The Outsider?

The Outsider runs for 108 minutes (1h 48m).

When did The Outsider come out?

The Outsider was released in 1961.

Who directed The Outsider?

The Outsider was directed by Delbert Mann.

Who stars in The Outsider?

The Outsider stars Tony Curtis, James Franciscus, Gregory Walcott, Bruce Bennett.

What is The Outsider's rating?

The Outsider holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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