What is The Island at the Top of the World?
The Island at the Top of the World is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Adventure, Family, Fantasy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Release date
- Dec 16, 1974
- Genres
- Adventure, Family, Fantasy
- Updated
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The Island at the Top of the World is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Adventure, Family, Fantasy.
Should you watch it?
“A Victorian explorer searches Arctic ruins, confronting secretive Viking descendants.”
- Imaginative Arctic adventure
- Family‑friendly fantasy setting
- Period Victorian atmosphere
- Runtime of 1h34 limits story depth
- Mixed reception with a 64% rating
Watch it if you enjoy classic family adventure fantasies set in exotic historical settings.
Suitable for older children and families; features mild peril and suspense.
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When was The Island at the Top of the World released?
It premiered in the United States on December 20, 1974.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Robert Stevenson.
What genres describe the movie?
It is classified as adventure, family, and fantasy.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
A Victorian gentleman leads an expedition to locate his missing son and discovers a hidden Viking community in the Arctic.
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