The Outfit
“Nobody plays rougher than The Outfit...”
Synopsis
A two-bit criminal takes on the Mafia to avenge his brother's death. Earl Macklin is a small time criminal who is released from prison after an unsuccessful bank robbery only to discover that a pair of gunmen killed his brother.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-07-14
Top Cast
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Robert Duvall
Earl Macklin
Karen Black
Bett Harrow
Joe Don Baker
Jack Cody
Robert Ryan
Mailer
Timothy Carey
Jake Menner
Richard Jaeckel
Kimmie Cherney
Sheree North
Buck's Wife
Felice Orlandi
Frank Orlandi
Marie Windsor
Madge Coyle
Jane Greer
Alma Macklin
Henry Jones
Doctor
Joanna Cassidy
Rita Mailer
Tom Reese
Hit Man
Elisha Cook Jr.
Carl
Bill McKinney
Buck Cherney
Anita O'Day
Anita O'Day
Archie Moore
Packard
Tony Young
Accountant
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Flynn
- Screenplay & Story
- John Flynn, Donald E. Westlake
- Original Score
- Jerry Fielding
- Original Title
- The Outfit
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Flynn
John Flynn, Donald E. Westlake
Jerry Fielding
Bruce Surtees
Ralph E. Winters
Carter DeHaven
Department Leadership Roster
John Flynn
Writer
John Flynn
Director
Ralph E. Winters
Editor
Bruce Surtees
Director of Photography
Jerry Fielding
Original Music Composer
Carter DeHaven
Producer
Ronnie Rondell Jr.
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Outfit
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Outfit about?
A two-bit criminal takes on the Mafia to avenge his brother's death. Earl Macklin is a small time criminal who is released from prison after an unsuccessful bank robbery only to discover that a pair of gunmen killed his brother.
Who directed The Outfit?
The Outfit was directed by John Flynn.
Who stars in The Outfit?
The principal cast of The Outfit includes Robert Duvall, Karen Black, Joe Don Baker, Robert Ryan, Timothy Carey.
When was The Outfit released and how long is it?
The Outfit was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for The Outfit?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Outfit was composed by Jerry Fielding.
Is The Outfit based on a book or true story?
The Outfit is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Donald E. Westlake".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Outfit?
The Outfit holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).