Outward Bound (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1930, Outward Bound is a drama film directed by Robert Milton, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s 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 that all they have in common is that each is dead and en route to their final judgment.
Who’s in it. Outward Bound stars Leslie Howard as Tom Prior, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Henry, Beryl Mercer as Mrs. Midget and Dudley Digges as Thompson, the Examiner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Outward Bound 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 Outward Bound page.
If you liked it. Fans of Outward Bound tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Outward Bound (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Outward Bound change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Outward Bound worth watching?
- Outward Bound holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Outward Bound?
- Outward Bound stars Leslie Howard, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Beryl Mercer, Dudley Digges and Helen Chandler.
- When was Outward Bound released?
- Outward Bound was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.