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Out on a Limb

Out on a Limb

19874.21 Season2 EpisodesEnded

Overview

An intense, clandestine love affair with a prominent politician sparks Shirley MacLaine's quest of self-discovery. From Stockholm to Hawaii, to the mountainous vastness of Peru, from disbelief to radiant affirmation, she discovers the roots of her very existence... and the infinite possibilities of life.

Created by Colin Higgins
Written by Colin Higgins, Shirley MacLaine
Produced by Stan Margulies
NetworksABC

Top Cast

Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine

Charles Dance

Charles Dance

Gerry Stamford

John Heard

John Heard

David Manning

Anne Jackson

Anne Jackson

Bella Abzug

About Out on a Limb

Out on a Limb is a drama series that first aired in 1987. Created by Colin Higgins, it stars Shirley MacLaine, Charles Dance, John Heard. An intense, clandestine love affair with a prominent politician sparks Shirley MacLaine's quest of self-discovery. From Stockholm to Hawaii, to the mountainous vastness of Peru, from disbelief to radiant affirmation, she discovers the roots of her very existence... and the infinite possibilities of life.

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