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Forbidden Island 1959

“Underwater Murder Thriller!”

Status
Released
Runtime
66 minutes
Director
Charles B. Griffith
Network
Columbia Pictures
★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 AdventureCrimeDrama Released
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What is Forbidden Island?

Forbidden Island is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Adventure, Crime, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1959
Status
Released
Runtime
66 minutes
Release date
Mar 1, 1959
Studios
Columbia Pictures
Genres
Adventure, Crime, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
Episode runtime
~66 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Columbia Pictures

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Overview

Forbidden Island is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Adventure, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Columbia Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Divers and thieves race underwater for a sunken emerald amid murder on a tropical island.”

Reasons to watch
  • Atmospheric underwater cinematography
  • Fast-paced treasure hunt
  • Suspenseful murder mystery
Keep in mind
  • Short 66‑minute runtime leaves limited character development

Watch it if you enjoy vintage underwater thrillers with a treasure‑hunting twist.

The film’s suspenseful murder plot and crime elements make it suited for mature audiences.

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What is the basic plot of Forbidden Island?

Divers and thieves are hired to locate a valuable emerald in a sunken ship, leading to murder and intrigue.

Where is the story set?

On a tropical island in the South Pacific, featuring underwater scenes.

What genres describe the film?

It is an adventure, crime, and drama film presented as an underwater murder thriller.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes.

When was Forbidden Island released?

It was released in the United States on March 1, 1959.

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