Castaway 1986
“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.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Director
- Nicolas Roeg
- Networks
- United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group
What is Castaway?
Castaway is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Adventure, Romance, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 5, 1986
- Studios
- United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group
- Genres
- Adventure, Romance, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~117 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group
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Overview
Castaway is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Adventure, Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by United British Artists (UBA), The Cannon Group. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A lonely man seeks a partner for a year‑long island experiment, but reality proves far from cinematic.”
- Explores human resilience in isolation
- Unconventional romance premise
- Scenic tropical setting
- Focuses on character study rather than fast‑paced action
Watch it if you enjoy contemplative stories about survival and unlikely companionship.
The film presents mature themes of solitude and relationship dynamics, suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of Castaway (1986)?
Gerald Kingsland advertises for a female companion to spend a year with him on a desert island, and Lucy Irving answers the call.
When was Castaway released in the United States?
The film was released in the United States on September 11, 1987.
What genres does Castaway belong to?
It is classified as an adventure, romance, and drama film.
How long is the runtime of the movie?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes.
Is the story based on a real advertisement?
The plot centers on a newspaper advertisement seeking a companion for a year‑long island stay, as described in the synopsis.
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