

Outward Bound
Synopsis
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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Outward Bound (1930) - TCM trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-12-30
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September 17, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Milton
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Grubb Alexander
- Original Title
- Outward Bound
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Milton
J. Grubb Alexander, Sutton Vane
Hal Mohr
Ralph Dawson
Jack L. Warner
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Milton
Director
J. Grubb Alexander
Screenplay
Jack L. Warner
Producer
Ralph Dawson
Editor
Earl Luick
Costume Design
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
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Pre-Code Hollywood films, 1929 to 1934.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Outward Bound
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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?
The principal cast of Outward Bound includes Leslie Howard, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Beryl Mercer, Dudley Digges, Helen Chandler.
When was Outward Bound released and how long is it?
Outward Bound was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.




















