Outward Bound (1930)
A group of strangers find themselves aboard an unmanned ship, surrounded by fog and uncertain of their destination. As they attempt to make sense of their situation, the group of passengers discover a commonality that changes their perception of the nature of their journey. The film was later remade, with some changes, as Between Two Worlds (1944).
Director: Robert Milton
Genre: Drama, Fantasy
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: September 17, 1930
Cast
- Leslie Howard - Tom Prior
- Douglas Fairbanks Jr. - Henry
- Beryl Mercer - Mrs. Midget
- Dudley Digges - Thompson, the Examiner
- Helen Chandler - Ann
- Alec B. Francis - Scrubby
- Montagu Love - Mr. Lingley
- Lyonel Watts - Rev. William Duke
- Alison Skipworth - Mrs. Cliveden-Banks
Screenplay
- J. Grubb Alexander (Screenplay)
- Sutton Vane (Theatre Play)
Cinematography: Hal Mohr
Editing: Ralph Dawson
Production: Warner Bros. Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
dying and death, afterlife, ghost ship, purgatory, death, pre-code, voyage, suicide pact, eternity, limbo, waiting room, young lovers, ship passengers, mystery destination, passenger ship
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Outward Bound about?
- A group of strangers find themselves aboard an unmanned ship, surrounded by fog and uncertain of their destination. As they attempt to make sense of their situation, the group of passengers discover a commonality that changes their perception of the nature of their journey. The film was later remade, with some changes, as Between Two Worlds (1944).
- Who directed Outward Bound?
- Outward Bound was directed by Robert Milton.
- Who stars in Outward Bound?
- Outward Bound stars Leslie Howard, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Beryl Mercer, Dudley Digges, Helen Chandler, Alec B. Francis.
- How long is Outward Bound?
- Outward Bound has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is Outward Bound?
- Outward Bound is a Drama, Fantasy film.
- Where was Outward Bound produced?
- Outward Bound was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Outward Bound?
- The themes of Outward Bound include: Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.