Island of Lost Souls

1933, Horror, 1h 10m

40 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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Led by a note-perfect performance from Charles Laughton, Island of Lost Souls remains the definitive film adaptation of its classic source material. Read critic reviews

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In this adaptation of H.G. Wells' novel "The Island of Doctor Moreau," Edward Parker (Richard Arlen) is shipwrecked on a remote island presided over by the mysterious Dr. Moreau (Charles Laughton). Edward discovers his host is conducting genetic experiments, and presiding over a race of half-human, half-animal hybrids, including the alluring Panther Woman and the sage Sayer of the Law (Bela Lugosi). The island has become its own society, with Moreau as its god.

Cast & Crew

Charles Laughton
Dr. Moreau
Bela Lugosi
Sayer of the Law
Richard Arlen
Edward Parker
Leila Hyams
Ruth Thomas
Kathleen Burke
The Panther Woman - Lota
Arthur Hohl
Mr. Montgomery
Stanley Fields
Captain Davies
Paul Hurst
Captain Donahue
Hans Steinke
Ouran
Tetsu Komai
M'ling
George Irving
The Consul
Erle C. Kenton
Director
Waldemar Young
Screenwriter
Philip Wylie
Screenwriter
Karl Struss
Cinematographer
Fred A. Datig
Casting
Hans Dreier
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