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THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11
THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11

THE OUTLAW Original 1946 Title Lobby Card, 11" x 14", C6.5 Fine Plus Condition

$ 261.36

Availability: 51 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Modified Item: No
  • Object Type: Original movie Lobby Card
  • Condition: This original Title Lobby Card has a strong colorful main image that is generally free of any obtrusive flaws. The majority of the flaws exist along the Lobby Card's borders/edges. There is 2" of paper loss on the bottom edge to the left of center. There are pin holes at the top center border, the bottom center border, and 2 tiny pin holes to the left of Russell's face. There are 3 small tears at the top border outer edge. There is a tiny chip on the left border edge above center. There is a tiny brown dot near the bottom left corner. There is minor aging/toning along the borders. There is a 1/2" thin crease to the left of center in the "e" in "The". There are light compression marks at the top corner above the "ES" in "HUGHES". There is staining, tape residue, and writing on the reverse but it does not bleed through to the front. Despite these flaws, the main image is still strikingly appealing and can be immediately framed and displayed. Please review the photos carefully.
  • Industry: Movies
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Size: 11" x 14"

    Description

    This is the Original (1sh) Title Lobby Card
    THE OUTLAW.
    It was distributed by
    United Artists
    to promote the movie when it was released in 1946.  The movie was completed in 1941 but ran into censorship issues.  It was first released in 1943 for one week, but was pulled back due to controversy related to its "lewdness" that Howard Hughes himself had generated for publicity.   The resulting controversy generated enough interest to get
    The Outlaw
    into the theaters for one week in 1943, when it was pulled due to violations of the  Production Code. It was finally released widely on April 23, 1946, when
    United Artists
    premiered the film in San Francisco, when it became a box office hit.
    See below for more information.
    his Title Lobby Card is not a reprint nor a reproduction.  The movie stars
    Jane Russell, Jack Beutel
    , Thomas Mitchell,
    Walter Huston
    , Mimi Aguglia, Joe Sawyer, Gene Rizzi, John Howard, and Ben Johnson.
    It was directed by Howard Hughes and Howard Hawks.
    This unrestored movie Lobby Card measures 11" x 14".
    It comes with an unattached stiff cardboard backing.
    This original Title Lobby Card is graded C6.5 Fine Plus.
    Original movie Lobby Cards are graded as follows from the top down: C10 (Mint), C9 (Near Mint), C8 (Very Fine), C7 (Fine/Very Fine), C6 (Fine or Very Good), C5 (Good to Very Good), C4 (Good), etc.   The Title Lobby Card has an excellent main appearance and is immediately ready for framing and display.  The flaws that are described on this listing are not obtrusive to the appearance of the Lobby Card or otherwise appear along the borders of the Lobby Card.   Proper framing could help alleviate these flaws along the border including the 2" of paper missing at the bottom left border area.  The main image - including Ms. Jane Russell - are generally unaffected by any flaws; it may have weathered a bit and lost a little shine but it still delivers a tremendous image of an iconic actress.
    We believe that the Title Lobby Card
    THE OUTLAW
    has significant investment value given its star power, overall appearance, and popularity and high value of the original movie poster One Sheet (27" x 41") of this movie.   We have not seen too many original 1946 Title Lobby cards, Lobby Cards, One Sheets or other of
    THE OUTLAW
    and thus feel that it is a relatively rare piece indeed.
    Note:  THE OUTLAW film was completed in 1941 at which time a number or original movie posters were distributed.   But the movie ran into censorship issues.  Here is the description of the circeumstancess found on Wiki...
    Although the film was completed in February 1941, Hughes had trouble getting it approved by
    Hollywood Production Code Administration
    due to its emphasis on and display of Russell's breasts. The Production Administration set the standard for morally acceptable content in motion pictures and they ordered cuts to the film. Hughes reluctantly removed about 40 feet, or a half-minute, of footage that prominently featured Russell's bosom. However, Century-Fox cancelled their agreement with Hughes to release
    The Outlaw
    . Hughes stood to lose millions of dollars. Ever the resourceful businessman, he schemed to create a public outcry for his film to be banned. Hughes had all his managers call ministers, women's clubs and housewives telling them about the 'lewd picture' Hughes was about to release starring Jane Russell. The public responded by protesting and trying to have the film banned, which turned into just the publicity Hughes needed to create demand for the film and get it released. The resulting controversy generated enough interest to get
    The Outlaw
    into the theaters for one week in 1943, when it was pulled due to violations of the
    Production Code
    . It was finally released widely on 23 April 1946, when
    United Artists
    premiered the film in San Francisco, when it became a box office hit.
    We ship using USPS Priority Mail, which for Domestic buyers arrives in 1 to 3 business days.  Both Domestic and International buyers can go to the "See Details" link on this listing across from the Shipping information to determine shipping cost, delivery method, and time to arrive.  However, USPS Media Mail cannot be used for movie posters according to USPS regulations.
    If you have any questions, please let me know.  I have been collecting original movie posters for over 30 years.  I understand that buyers, like myself, expect representations of items for sale that are accurate, complete, and truthful.   The photos are of the actual item you will be buying.  We do  not use "stock" photos.  If you are not 100% satisfied, we guarantee a full refund.  No problem.
    Thanks for taking a look.  I have a number of other original movie posters and Lobby Cards listed and generally we are listing new items each week.