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Wallaby Jim of the Islands
5.3 / 10• 1937• 1h 1m•NR• English
AdventureDrama
Storyline
Wallaby Jim and his men have just found a valuable source of pearls in the South Pacific. But Jim's associate Norman has put the whole operation in jeopardy because of his gambling problem. Jim's unscrupulous rival Richter decides to exploit the situation by jumping Jim's claim and trying to take over for himself.
Cast & Crew
George Houston
Wallaby Jim
Lead
Ruth Coleman
Allison, Norman's Girl
Douglas Walton
Norman Brooks
Wilhelm von Brincken
Adolph Richter, Pearl Hunter
Mamo Clark
Lana
Syd Saylor
Jake, Kestrel Crew
Colin Campbell
Limey, Kestrel Crew
Juan Torena
Pascal the Thief
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Charles Lamont's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Wallaby Jim of the Islands is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
