Island of Lost Souls
1932, English. Directed by Erle C. Kenton.
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An obsessed scientist conducts profane experiments in evolution, eventually establishing himself as the self-styled demigod to a race of mutated, half-human abominations.
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 283 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Island of Lost Souls
Island of Lost Souls isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Erle C. KentonDirector
- Charles LaughtonDr. Moreau
- Richard ArlenEdward Parker
- Leila HyamsRuth Thomas
- Bela LugosiThe Sayer of the Law
- Kathleen BurkeLota the Panther Woman
- Arthur HohlMontgomery
- Stanley FieldsCapt. Davies
- Paul HurstCapt. Donahue
- Hans SteinkeOuran
- Tetsu KomaiM`ling
- George IrvingConsul
- Jack BardetteUndetermined Role (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 23 December 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Waldemar Young, Philip Wylie
- Budget
- $300K
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What Island of Lost Souls is based on
Island of Lost Souls is based on The Island of Dr Moreau, an 1895 novel by H. G. Wells.
Novel · 1895
The Island of Dr Moreau
By H. G. Wells
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Island of Lost Souls: quick answers
Is Island of Lost Souls worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 283 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Island of Lost Souls?
Island of Lost Souls runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Does Island of Lost Souls have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Island of Lost Souls. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Island of Lost Souls parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Island of Lost Souls is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Island of Lost Souls on?
Island of Lost Souls isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Island of Lost Souls?
If you liked Island of Lost Souls, try Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Island of Terror, The Invisible Man.
Who directed Island of Lost Souls?
Island of Lost Souls (1932) was directed by Erle C. Kenton and stars Charles Laughton, Richard Arlen, Leila Hyams.
What is Island of Lost Souls based on?
Island of Lost Souls is based on The Island of Dr Moreau, an 1895 novel by H. G. Wells.