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."
Originally released in 1986. Castaway is a adventure/drama film. directed by Nicolas Roeg.
Starring Oliver Reed, Amanda Donohoe, and Georgina Hale
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 5, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (120 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- United British Artists (UBA)
- The Cannon Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaway about?
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 coup...
Who directed Castaway?
Castaway was directed by Nicolas Roeg.
How long is Castaway?
Castaway has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was Castaway released?
Castaway was released on March 5, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Castaway?
The main cast of Castaway includes Oliver Reed, Amanda Donohoe, Georgina Hale, Frances Barber, Tony Rickards.
Is Castaway worth watching?
Castaway has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 120 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.