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Swiss Family Robinson (1940)

Movie ★ 5.7 93 min

Adventure

A family setting out for a new life across the sea is shipwrecked on a deserted island. The family members collaborate to create a home for themselves in the jungle environment.

Edward Ludwig Director C. Graham Baker Writer Walter Ferris Writer Gene Towne Writer

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Quick facts

Released
February 8, 1940
Runtime
93 min
IMDb
tt0033124
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Cast

Thomas Mitchell Thomas Mitchell William Robinson Edna Best Edna Best Elizabeth Robinson Freddie Bartholomew Freddie Bartholomew Jack Robinson Terry Kilburn Terry Kilburn Ernest Robinson Tim Holt Tim Holt Fritz Robinson Bobbie Quillan Francis Robinson Christian Rub Christian Rub Thoren John Wray John Wray Ramsey Herbert Rawlinson Herbert Rawlinson Captain Jack Stoney Seaman Orson Welles Orson Welles Opening Narrator (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Swiss Family Robinson about?
A family setting out for a new life across the sea is shipwrecked on a deserted island. The family members collaborate to create a home for themselves in the jungle environment.
Who directed Swiss Family Robinson?
Swiss Family Robinson was directed by Edward Ludwig.
Who stars in Swiss Family Robinson?
Swiss Family Robinson stars Thomas Mitchell, Edna Best, Freddie Bartholomew, Terry Kilburn.
When was Swiss Family Robinson released?
Swiss Family Robinson is a 1940 adventure film.
Where can I watch Swiss Family Robinson?
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