In Search of the Castaways
“A Thousand Thrills, And Hayley Mills!”
Two teenagers, Mary (Hayley Mills) and Robert (Keith Hamshere) are lead by Professor Paganel (Maurice Chevalier) on a search expedition for the children's shipwrecked sea captain father. This Disney film was based upon Jules Verne's 1868 adventure novel Captain Grant's Children.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About In Search of the Castaways
In Search of the Castaways is a 1962 English-language adventure and family film directed by Robert Stevenson. The cast is led by Maurice Chevalier, Hayley Mills, George Sanders. It has a runtime of 1h 38m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
In Search of the Castaways was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on December 1, 1962, and carries a G certification.
- Director
- Robert Stevenson
- Writers
- Lowell S. Hawley
- Release date
- December 1, 1962
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Walt Disney Productions
In Search of the Castaways cast & crew
In Search of the Castaways was directed by Robert Stevenson and written by Lowell S. Hawley.
The cast features Maurice Chevalier as Jacques Paganel, Hayley Mills as Mary Grant, George Sanders as Thomas Ayerton, Wilfrid Hyde-White as Lord Glenarvan, Michael Anderson Jr. as John Glenarvan, and Antonio Cifariello as Indian Chief.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by William Alwyn, cinematography is by Paul Beeson, and it was produced by Walt Disney.
Is In Search of the Castaways worth watching?
In Search of the Castaways holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 81 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 1h 38m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure and family, In Search of the Castaways is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch In Search of the Castaways
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Cast of In Search of the Castaways
Maurice Chevalier
Jacques Paganel
Hayley Mills
Mary Grant
George Sanders
Thomas Ayerton
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Lord Glenarvan
Michael Anderson Jr.
John Glenarvan
Antonio Cifariello
Indian Chief
Wilfrid Brambell
Bill Gaye
Jack Gwillim
Captain Grant
Ronald Fraser
Guard at Dockyard Gate
Norman Bird
Senior Yacht Guard
George Murcell
Ayerton's Assistant
Inia Te Wiata
Maori Chief
In Search of the Castaways — FAQs
▸Where can I watch In Search of the Castaways in United States?
In Search of the Castaways is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is In Search of the Castaways in?
In Search of the Castaways is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is In Search of the Castaways?
In Search of the Castaways runs 1 hours 38 minutes (98 minutes).
▸What is In Search of the Castaways rated?
In Search of the Castaways is rated G. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 81 ratings.
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