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Swiss Family Robinson (1960)

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Reviews Counted:16

Fresh:13

Rotten:3

Average Rating:6.8/10

Runtime: 2 hrs 7 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

Synopsis: Fleeing from Napoleonic oppression, the Robinson family get shipwrecked and marooned on an island inhabited by tigers, elephants and zebras. They soon feel at home, once their majestic tree... Fleeing from Napoleonic oppression, the Robinson family get shipwrecked and marooned on an island inhabited by tigers, elephants and zebras. They soon feel at home, once their majestic tree house--complete with running water--is set up. However, the Robinson's must face a danger even greater than nature: treacherous pirates! [More]

Starring: John Mills, Dorothy McGuire, James MacArthur, Janet Munro

Starring: John Mills, Dorothy McGuire, James MacArthur, Janet Munro, Sessue Hayakawa, Tommy Kirk, Kevin Corcoran, Cecil Parker

Director: Ken Annakin

Director: Ken Annakin
Producer: Bill Anderson
Screenwriter: Lowell S. Hawley
Composer: William Alwyn, Muir Mathieson

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May 7, 2002

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  • Swiss Family Robinson
  • One of Disney's biggest and most fondly remembered hits, the spectacular screen version of the literary classic SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON is full of breathtaking South Seas scenery, hundreds of exotic animals, and treacherous pirates. This heroic tale chronicles the courageous exploits of the Robinson family after they are shipwrecked on a deserted island. Using teamwork and ingenuity, they skillfully overcome the obstacles of nature and transform their new home into a "civilized" community. But the ultimate challenge lies ahead when a band of cutthroat pirates threaten to destroy the Robinson's Makeshift paradise. Capture the thrills, romance, and fun of this unforgettable Disney film!
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    The Swiss Family Robinson, like most of Walt Disney's screen versions of the children's classics, is good Disney and bad culture.

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    03/09/09
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    It's no Pirates Of The Caribbean but the spirit of adventure, and Disney's high production values, means that there's still some fun to be had watching this wholesome family adapt to island life.

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    03/09/09
    Alistair Harkness
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    Channel 4 Film

    Chock-full of exotic locations and animals, desert-island DIY ingenuity, and high-spirited excitement, with a poignant subplot involving the rivalry of the two elder sons.

    Full Review Source: Decent Films Guide | comment Comment
    02/11/06
    Steven D. Greydanus
    Steven D. Greydanus
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    No review available.

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    07/10/05
    Emanuel Levy
    Emanuel Levy
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    The escapist atmosphere is still difficult to resist.

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    06/10/05
    Douglas Pratt
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    Classic family adventure with pirates and animals on an exotic island. What's not to love?

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    06/01/05
    James Plath
    James Plath
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    No review available.

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    05/20/05
    Philip Martin
    Philip Martin
    Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    It's hard to imagine how the picture could be better as a rousing, humorous and gentle-hearted tale of family love amid primitive isolation and dangers.

    Full Review Source: New York Times | comment Comment
    05/10/05
    Howard Thompson
    Howard Thompson
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    unrealistic disney fun

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    02/26/05
    Rich Cline
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    Jon Niccum
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    11/07/03
    Carol Cling
    Carol Cling
    Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Should be called Swiss Army Robinson.

    Full Review Source: Citysearch | comment Comment
    09/16/03
    Dan Fazio
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    02/21/03
    Rebecca Murray
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    No review available.

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    08/27/02
    Joshua Tyler
    Joshua Tyler
    CinemaBlend.com

    With mom's parasols and dad's water wheel inventions, this family looks like the original inhabitants of Gilligan's Island. Of course, this is not meant to be a comedy...

    Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
    05/11/02
    Christopher Null
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    It has atmosphere, wild animals, pirates, and most of all, an awe-inspiring sense of wonderment about creativity in general and about inventions in particular. Director Ken Annakin fashions an imaginative and special movie.

    Full Review Source: Internet Reviews | comment Comment
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    Steve Rhodes
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