The Outsider (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1961, The Outsider is a drama and war film directed by Delbert Mann, running about 108 minutes. “His most electrifying role!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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.
Who’s in it. The Outsider stars Tony Curtis as Ira Hamilton Hayes, James Franciscus as Pvt. James B. Sorenson, Gregory Walcott as Sgt. Kiley and Bruce Bennett as Gen. Bridges, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Outsider has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Outsider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Outsider tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Outsider (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Outsider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Outsider worth watching?
- The Outsider holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Outsider?
- The Outsider stars Tony Curtis, James Franciscus, Gregory Walcott, Bruce Bennett and Vivian Nathan.
- When was The Outsider released?
- The Outsider was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.