The Island of Dr. Moreau 1977
“A tropical paradise, untouched by man... where a bizarre civilization exists.”
What is The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau is a 1977 science fiction, horror, and adventure film.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1977
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 13, 1977
- Studios
- American International Pictures, Major Productions
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure
- Updated
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Overview
The Island of Dr. Moreau is a 1977 science fiction, horror, and adventure film. The plot centers on a man who is shipwrecked on a Pacific Ocean island, where he encounters Dr. Moreau, a scientist conducting experiments to turn animals into human beings.
Starring Burt Lancaster, Michael York, Nigel Davenport, Barbara Carrera, and Richard Basehart, the film presents a bizarre civilization in a tropical paradise. It maintains a genre-blending tone that mixes elements of horror and adventure within its 99-minute duration.
Should you watch it?
“A shipwrecked man discovers a scientist transforming beasts into human beings on a Pacific island.”
- Features a cast including Burt Lancaster and Michael York
- Explores the concept of converting animals into human beings
- Combines elements of science fiction, horror, and adventure
- May not appeal to viewers seeking modern special effects
Watch it if you enjoy stories about bizarre civilizations and scientific experiments gone wrong.
This PG-rated film blends horror and adventure with a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
Who stars in The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The film stars Burt Lancaster, Michael York, Nigel Davenport, Barbara Carrera, and Richard Basehart.
What is the plot of the movie?
A shipwrecked man finds an island where Dr. Moreau experiments by turning beasts into human beings.
How long is the film?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes.
What is the age rating for this film?
The film is rated PG.
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