Island of the Blue Dolphins
Sep 10, 1964 · 1h 33m
Director
James B. ClarkOverview
Based on the beloved book by Scott O'Dell, this family movie tells the adventures of a young Native American girl. After her father is killed by a malevolent white trapper, Karana joins her community as they leave their island home in the Pacific to live on the mainland. Upon her departure, Karana realizes that her brother has been left behind. She immediately swims back to be with him and the two remain on the abandoned island. Though Karana is able to domesticate a wolf, her brother is not so fortunate with the animals and is killed by a pack of wild dogs. She is left to survive against the odds.
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James B. ClarkDirector- Ted SherdemanScreenplay
- Jane KloveScreenplay
- Scott O'DellNovel
- Robert B. RadnitzProducer
- Leo ToverDirector of Photography
- Ted J. KentEditor
- Rosemary OdellCostume Design
- Alexander GolitzenArt Direction
- George C. WebbArt Direction
- Oliver EmertSet Decoration
- Paul SawtellMusic
- Joseph GershensonMusic Supervisor
- Waldon O. WatsonSound
- Joe LapisSound
- Frank WeatherwaxTrainee Production Coordinator
- Terence NelsonUnit Production Manager
- Albert WhitlockVisual Effects
- Pacific TitleVisual Effects
- Ray BerwickTrainee Production Coordinator
About Island of the Blue Dolphins
What is Island of the Blue Dolphins about?
Based on the beloved book by Scott O'Dell, this family movie tells the adventures of a young Native American girl. After her father is killed by a malevolent white trapper, Karana joins her community as they leave their island home in the Pacific to live on the mainland. Upon her departure, Karana realizes that her brother has been left behind. She immediately swims back to be with him and the…
When was Island of the Blue Dolphins released?
Island of the Blue Dolphins was released on September 10, 1964.
Where can I watch Island of the Blue Dolphins?
Island of the Blue Dolphins is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Island of the Blue Dolphins?
Island of the Blue Dolphins runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Who directed Island of the Blue Dolphins?
Island of the Blue Dolphins was directed by James B. Clark.
Who is in the cast of Island of the Blue Dolphins?
The cast of Island of the Blue Dolphins includes Celia Milius (Karana (as Celia Kaye)), Larry Domasin (Ramo), Ann Daniel (Tutok), Carlos Romero (Chowig) and George Kennedy (Aleut Captain).
Is Island of the Blue Dolphins on Netflix?
No, Island of the Blue Dolphins is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.