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The Outsider 1980

Following the aftermath of World War II, American Vietnam veteran Michael Flaherty returns to his ancestral home in Belfast, hoping to reconnect with his Irish family. Instead, he encounters a community marked by isolation and hostility, struggling with the lingering effects of conflict. Navigating a volatile landscape of sectarian violence, Michael finds himself caught in a dangerous situation, pursued by IRA assassins who attempt to manipulate him and frame him for their crimes. He must fight to uncover the truth and protect himself from those seeking to exploit the turbulent situation.

Following the aftermath of World War II, American Vietnam veteran Michael Flaherty returns to his ancestral home in Belfast, hoping to reconnect with his Irish family. Instead, he encounters a community marked by isolation and hostility, struggling with the lingering effects of conflict. Navigating a volatile landscape of sectarian violence, Michael finds himself caught in a dangerous situation, pursued by IRA assassins who attempt to manipulate him and frame him for their crimes. He must fight to uncover the truth and protect himself from those seeking to exploit the turbulent situation.

Does The Outsider have end credit scenes?

No!

The Outsider does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for The Outsider

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Metacritic

63

Metascore

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User Score

TMDB

56

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The Outsider Other Names and Titles

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