---
title: "The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-land-before-time-v-the-mysterious-island-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 19165
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 74
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "G"
---

# The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-land-before-time-v-the-mysterious-island-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Animation, Family, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by Universal Cartoon Studios, AKOM Production Company. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Young dinosaurs survive a locust plague and a stranded island adventure."

### Why Watch
- Teamwork among the young dinosaurs
- New island setting expands the series
- Music features the London Symphony Orchestra

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime is only 1h14m, which may feel brief
- Tone & Suitability: The film is suitable for children and families, with mild peril and no intense violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, family, survival, friendship

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-land-before-time-v-the-mysterious-island-1997#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Charles Grosvenor
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Cartoon Studios, AKOM Production Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Ingle** as *Narrator / Cera's Father (voice)*
- **Brandon La Croix** as *Littlefoot (voice)*
- **Aria Noelle Curzon** as *Ducky (voice)*
- **Rob Paulsen** as *Spike (voice)*
- **Anndi McAfee** as *Cera (voice)*
- **Jeff Bennett** as *Petrie / Mr. Clubtail (voice)*
- **Kenneth Mars** as *Grandpa (voice)*
- **Miriam Flynn** as *Grandma (voice)*
- **Tress MacNeille** as *Ducky's Mother / Petrie's Mother (voice)*
- **Cannon Young** as *Chomper (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Land Before Time V released?
It was released in 1997.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 14 minutes.

### Q: Who composed the film’s music?
Michael Tavera composed the score, performed by the London Symphony Orchestra.

### Q: How many original songs are in the movie?
Three songs were written for the film by Michele Brourman and Amanda McBroom.

### Q: What central challenge do the characters face?
A locust plague forces the herd to migrate, leading the young dinosaurs to become stranded on an island.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19165)
- [The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Land_Before_Time_V:_The_Mysterious_Island)
- [The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island - DVD - 90sDVDs](https://www.90sdvds.com/the-land-before-time-v-the-mysterious-island-dvd)

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