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The Misfits

1961·Movie·NR·124 min·★ 7.0(449)

“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.

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Where to watch The Misfits in United States

Can I watch The Misfits in United States? Yes — you can stream The Misfits in United States on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open The Misfits there. Availability last verified on November 10, 2026.

Where is The Misfits streaming around the world?

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BrazilAmazon Prime Video, Looke, Looke Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About The Misfits

The Misfits is a 1961 English-language drama, romance and western film directed by John Huston. The cast is led by Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Montgomery Clift. It has a runtime of 2h 4m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy.

The Misfits was produced by Seven Arts Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 1, 1961, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $8 million worldwide.

Director
John Huston
Writers
Arthur Miller
Release date
February 1, 1961
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$4 million
Box office
$8 million
Production
Seven Arts Productions
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The Misfits cast & crew

The Misfits was directed by John Huston and written by Arthur Miller.

The cast features Clark Gable as Gay Langland, Marilyn Monroe as Roslyn Taber, Montgomery Clift as Perce Howland, Thelma Ritter as Isabelle Steers, Eli Wallach as Guido, and James Barton as Fletcher's Grandfather.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Alex North, cinematography is by Russell Metty, and it was produced by Frank E. Taylor and John Huston.

Is The Misfits worth watching?

The Misfits holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 449 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 4m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, romance, and western, The Misfits is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Misfits

In United States, you can stream The Misfits on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The Misfits

Clark Gable

Clark Gable

Gay Langland

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe

Roslyn Taber

Montgomery Clift

Montgomery Clift

Perce Howland

Thelma Ritter

Thelma Ritter

Isabelle Steers

Eli Wallach

Eli Wallach

Guido

James Barton

James Barton

Fletcher's Grandfather

Kevin McCarthy

Kevin McCarthy

Raymond Taber

Estelle Winwood

Estelle Winwood

Church Fundraiser in Bar

Rex Bell

Rex Bell

Old Cowboy (uncredited)

John Huston

John Huston

(uncredited)

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Peggy Barton

Young Bride (uncredited)

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Ryall Bowker

Man in Bar (uncredited)

The Misfits — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Misfits in United States?

The Misfits is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Hoopla in United States.

▸Is The Misfits on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Misfits is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

▸What language is The Misfits in?

The Misfits is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Misfits?

The Misfits runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

▸What is The Misfits rated?

The Misfits is rated NR. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 449 ratings.

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