HOLLYWOODLAND The Misfits: Car Wrecks, Heart Attacks, Marilyn Monroe, and One of Hollywood’s Most Cursed Films
Mar 17, 2025
Dive into the chilling tales behind a Hollywood classic shrouded in tragedy and chaos. Discover how Glenn Danzig’s band got its name from a film marked by disaster. Learn about Montgomery Clift’s career struggles post-accident and the financial ruin faced by director John Huston. Explore the haunting dynamics between Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable, culminating in Gable's untimely heart attack. Revel in the darker side of fame, where glamor meets real-life misfortune.
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The Misfits' Curse
- Director John Huston gambled away the film's budget.
- The Misfits' three lead actors, Montgomery Clift, Clark Gable, and Marilyn Monroe, faced unfortunate events during and after filming.
Montgomery Clift's Struggles
- Montgomery Clift struggled with his changed appearance after a car accident.
- He used substances to cope, affecting his reputation.
Clift's Casting
- Montgomery Clift's substance abuse gave him a bad reputation in Hollywood.
- Despite this, director John Huston cast him in The Misfits.