Rescue from Gilligan's Island 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Leslie H. Martinson
- Networks
- Redwood Productions, Sherwood Schwartz Productions
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, FlixFling, IndieFlix
What is Rescue from Gilligan's Island?
Topic: Film "Rescue from Gilligan's Island" (1978). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 14, 1978
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Redwood Productions, Sherwood Schwartz Productions
- Genres
- Comedy, Adventure, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.5/10 from 32 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Redwood Productions, Sherwood Schwartz Productions
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Title: Rescue from Gilligan's Island.
Year: 1978.
Genres: Comedy, Adventure, TV Movie.
Release/Air Date: October 14, 1978 (US).
Format: Two-part special on NBC (aired October 14 and October 21, 1978).
Runtime: 1h 35m.
Plot Point 1: A decaying Russian satellite crashes on the island.
Plot Point 2: The Professor uses a key component from the satellite for a barometer.
Plot Point 3: The barometer reveals a massive wave is going to swamp the island.
Plot Point 4: Castaways lash their huts together into one structure to ride out the disaster.
Plot Point 5: Characters are finally rescued after 15 years on the island.
Should you watch it?
“The castaways face a new survival challenge when a downed satellite threatens their island home.”
- Features the original ensemble cast in a reunion format
- Blends comedic elements with a high-stakes survival premise
- Provides a significant narrative expansion for the Gilligan's Island franchise
- The film holds a mixed critical reception with a 45 percent score on the Tomatometer
Watch it if you are a fan of the original series and want to see the characters face a new disaster.
This 95-minute television movie maintains a lighthearted comedic tone throughout its adventure-driven pacing and is rated TV-PG.
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Where can I stream this movie?
The film is currently not available on major domestic OTT streaming platforms.
Is this film worth watching?
The film holds a 45 percent rating on the Tomatometer, reflecting a mixed critical reception among viewers.
How long is the movie?
The total runtime of the film is one hour and thirty-five minutes.
Are there other essential episodes to watch first?
The film is a standalone reunion movie, though it is considered a continuation of the Gilligan's Island franchise.
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