

Outward Bound
1930-09-17 · 83 min · ★ 6.0
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).
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- Directors
- Robert Milton
- Production companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
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Leslie HowardTom Prior
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.Henry
Beryl MercerMrs. Midget
Dudley DiggesThompson, the Examiner
Helen ChandlerAnn
Alec B. FrancisScrubby
Montagu LoveMr. Lingley
Alison SkipworthMrs. Cliveden-BanksTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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