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Mr. Robinson Crusoe
“DOUG. FAIRBANKS in a Modern Comedy-Romance That Seethes With Laughs and Action!”
6.3 / 10• 1932• 1h 16m•NR• English
AdventureComedy
Storyline
Steve Drexel voluntarily strands himself on a deserted island on a bet. He intends to re-create civilization and carves a miniature city of 52nd Street and Park Avenue out of the jungle. Drexel is befriended by his dog, a native monkey, and a wild goat that is captured in one of his traps. He attempts to cultivate a native as his Man Friday from Robinson Crusoe, but fails as the native escape.
Cast & Crew
Douglas Fairbanks
Steve Drexel
Lead
William Farnum
William Belmont
EB
Earle Browne
Professor Carmichale
Maria Alba
Saturday
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. A. Edward Sutherland's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Mr. Robinson Crusoe is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
