The Outsider

The Outsider

1939 · 91 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

A controversial osteopath sets out to cure the daughter of a famous surgeon - and falls in love with her in the process.

Directed by Paul L. Stein · Written by Dorothy Brandon

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