Science Fiction, Adventure
1865, The American Civil War: Five POW manage to escape by balloon from Fort Richmond. Caught in a storm and with the balloon damaged they find themselves 'shipwrecked' on a volcanic desert island somewhere in the Pacific. Just before crash landing their leader, the brilliant engineer Cyrus Smith falls to his apparent death in the raging waters, but later turns up completely unharmed and with no memory of how he was saved. His fellow castaways are: the famous journalist Gedeon Spilett, the salty sailor Bonaventure Pencroff, the orphaned boy Harbert Brown and the black servant of Smith, Nab. The dog Top also joined them in the escape.
MOVIE COMMENTS
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The Beach
I, Robot
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
The Bride!
The Prisoner of Zenda, Inc.
The 13th Warrior
1984
Solaris
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Around the World in 80 Days
The Three Musketeers
Frankenstein
The Impossible Voyage
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
The Lost World
Frankenstein
Island of Lost Souls
The Treasure of the Sierra Madre
Frankenstein: The True Story
The Horror of Frankenstein
SIMILAR MOVIES
The Beach
IMDB 6.5 | Feb , 2000
Twenty-something Richard travels to Thailand and finds himself in possession of a strange map. Rumours state that it leads to a solitary beach paradise, a tropical bliss - excited and intrigued, he sets out to find it.I, Robot
IMDB 7 | Jul , 2004
In 2035, where robots are commonplace and abide by the three laws of robotics, a technophobic cop investigates an apparent suicide. Suspecting that a robot may be responsible for the death, his investigation leads him to believe that humanity may be in danger.Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
IMDB 7.2 | May , 1998
Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo drive a red convertible across the Mojave desert to Las Vegas with a suitcase full of drugs to cover a motorcycle race. As their consumption of drugs increases at an alarming rate, the stoned duo trash their hotel room and fear legal repercussions. Duke begins to drive back to L.A., but after an odd run-in with a cop, he returns to Sin City and continues his wild drug binge.The Bride!
IMDB 6.2 | Mar , 2026
A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride is born. But what ensues is beyond what either of them imagined.The Prisoner of Zenda, Inc.
IMDB 6.2 | Sep , 1996
When young computer genius Rudy inherits his father's business his avaricious uncle has him kidnapped and held hostage until the boy signs off all rights to the lucrative enterprise. Not wanting the uncle to control, a pair of corporate executives happen upon a youth who looks just like the missing heir. In hopes of keeping the business afloat, they substitute him at the board meetings.The 13th Warrior
IMDB 6.7 | Aug , 1999
A Muslim ambassador exiled from his homeland joins a group of Vikings, initially offended by their behavior but growing to respect them. As they travel together, they learn of a legendary evil closing in and must unite to confront this formidable force.1984
IMDB 6.5 | Mar , 1956
In a totalitarian future society, a man whose daily work is rewriting history tries to rebel by falling in love.Solaris
IMDB 5.9 | Nov , 2002
A troubled psychologist is sent to investigate the crew of an isolated research station orbiting a bizarre planet.Journey to the Center of the Earth
IMDB 4.2 | Jul , 1993
This made-for-TV film version uses the title and general premise of Jules Verne's novel, but had its heroes carry out the journey in an earth-penetrating machine. A television series was supposed to follow, but was never produced. Cast includes John Neville, F. Murray Abraham and Kim Miyori.Around the World in 80 Days
IMDB 6.7 | Oct , 1956
Based on the famous book by Jules Verne the movie follows Phileas Fogg on his journey around the world. Which has to be completed within 80 days, a very short period for those days.The Three Musketeers
IMDB 6.7 | Dec , 1973
In 17th century France, young D'Artagnan wants to join the King's Musketeers, but instead befriends three legendary musketeers—Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—and together, they become embroiled in the political intrigue surrounding King Louis XIII and his adversaries, particularly the powerful Cardinal Richelieu.Frankenstein
IMDB 6.1 | Mar , 1910
Frankenstein, a young medical student, trying to create the perfect human being, instead creates a misshapen monster. Made ill by what he has done, Frankenstein is comforted by his fiancée; but on his wedding night he is visited by the monster.The Impossible Voyage
IMDB 7.3 | Oct , 1904
Using every known means of transportation, several savants from the Geographic Society undertake a journey through the Alps to the Sun which finishes under the sea.20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
IMDB 5.8 | Mar , 1997
In the 19th century, an expert marine biologist is hired by the government to determine what's sinking ships all over the ocean. His daughter follows him. They are intercepted by a mysterious captain Nemo and his incredible submarine.The Lost World
IMDB 6.8 | Feb , 1925
The first film adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic novel about a land where prehistoric creatures still roam.Frankenstein
IMDB 7.5 | Nov , 1931
Henry Frankenstein pieces together body parts in the hope of bringing a human-like creature to life. The mad scientist’s dreams are shattered by his monstrous creation awakening with rage to a world that hates and fears him.Island of Lost Souls
IMDB 6.9 | Dec , 1932
An obsessed scientist conducts profane experiments in evolution, eventually establishing himself as the self-styled demigod to a race of mutated, half-human abominations.The Treasure of the Sierra Madre
IMDB 8 | Jan , 1948
Two jobless Americans convince a prospector to travel to the mountains of Mexico with them in search of gold. But the hostile wilderness, local bandits, and greed all get in the way of their journey.Frankenstein: The True Story
IMDB 7.5 | Sep , 1974
Victor Frankenstein witnesses his creation turn uncontrollable after he's duped by his associate, Dr. Polidori.The Horror of Frankenstein
IMDB 5.9 | Nov , 1970
Brilliant but arrogant scientist Victor Frankenstein builds a man from spare body parts, only for the monster to come alive and wreak havoc.