Mysterious Island
1961, English. Directed by Cy Endfield.
A world beyond imagination! Adventure beyond belief!
During the US Civil War, Union POWs escape in a balloon and end up stranded on a South Pacific island, inhabited by giant plants and animals. They must use their ingenuity to survive the dangers, and to devise a way to return home. Sequel to '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' .
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 216 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 19 December 1961
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Crane Wilbur, John Prebble, Daniel B. Ullman
- Budget
- $2M
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What Mysterious Island is based on
Mysterious Island is based on The Mysterious Island, a 6767 novel by Jules Verne, published by Hetzel éds.
Novel · 6767
The Mysterious Island
By Jules Verne
Published by Hetzel éds
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Mysterious Island: quick answers
Is Mysterious Island worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 216 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mysterious Island?
Mysterious Island runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Mysterious Island have a post-credits scene?
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Mysterious Island parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Mysterious Island on?
Mysterious Island isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mysterious Island?
If you liked Mysterious Island, try John Carter, War of the Worlds, Underwater.
Who directed Mysterious Island?
Mysterious Island (1961) was directed by Cy Endfield and stars Michael Craig, Joan Greenwood, Michael Callan.
What is Mysterious Island based on?
Mysterious Island is based on The Mysterious Island, a 6767 novel by Jules Verne, published by Hetzel éds.