Castaway
One Year on a Deserted Tropical Island. 'Wife' 20-30 needed to accompany man 35+. Write to Box 775 with details and evening phone number.
Middle-aged Gerald Kingsland advertises in a London paper for a female companion to spend a year with him on a desert island. The young Lucy Irving takes a chance on contacting him and after a couple of meetings they decide to go ahead. Once on the island things prove a lot less idyllic than in the movies, and gradually it becomes clear that it is Lucy who has the desire and the strength to try and see the year through.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Castaway
- Genres: Adventure, Drama
- Release Date: 1986-03-05
- Runtime: 117 minutes
- Rating: 6.275/10 (118 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8012
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Oliver Reed
as Gerald Kingsland
Amanda Donohoe
as Lucy Irvine
Georgina Hale
as Sister Saint Margaret
Frances Barber
as Sister Saint Winifred
Tony Rickards
as Jason
Todd Rippon
as Rod
John Sessions
as Man in Pub
Virginia Hey
as Janice
Sorel Johnson
as Laura
Len Peihopa
as Ronald
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Castaway (1987) trailer (Cannon Films)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaway?▼
Castaway is a Adventure, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1986-03-05.
Who are the main actors in Castaway?▼
The main cast includes Oliver Reed, Amanda Donohoe, Georgina Hale, Frances Barber, Tony Rickards, .
Where can I watch Castaway online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Castaway is available.
Is Castaway based on a true story?▼
One Year on a Deserted Tropical Island. 'Wife' 20-30 needed to accompany man 35+. Write to Box 775 with details and evening phone number.
What is the IMDb rating of Castaway?▼
Castaway has an IMDb rating of 6.275/10 based on 118 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Castaway?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Castaway?▼
The soundtrack was composed by United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Castaway filmed?▼
Castaway was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Castaway?▼
The total runtime of Castaway is 117 minutes.
Is Castaway suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Castaway?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Castaway.
Does Castaway have a post-credit scene?▼
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