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Swiss Family Robinson

1960·Movie
2h 6min·G
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic618.1Rotten Tomatoes81%78%
IMDb7.1Metacritic618.1Rotten Tomatoes81%78%

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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder8

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

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About

THE ADVENTURE OF ADVENTURES!

After being shipwrecked, the Robinson family is marooned on an island inhabited only by an impressive array of wildlife. In true pioneer spirit, they quickly make themselves at home but soon face a danger even greater than nature: dastardly pirates.
Family AdventureIsland SurvivalClassic CinemaWildlifeNostalgicSpectacular VisualsSwashbuckling ActionComing-of-AgeWorld Immersion

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Annakin
Written by:
Lowell S. Hawley, Johann David Wyss
Produced by:
Walt Disney, Basil Keys, Bill Anderson
Composed by:
William Alwyn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Swiss Family Robinson

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Swiss Family Robinson legally?

Disney+

Swiss Family Robinson is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Swiss Family Robinson worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Swiss Family Robinson rated?

GViolence

It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Swiss Family Robinson?

2 h 6 min

Swiss Family Robinson runs 2 h 6 min.

Is Swiss Family Robinson based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Swiss Family Robinson?

Critics71
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Swiss Family Robinson much the same way.

Was Swiss Family Robinson a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$40 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $40 million worldwide, 8.1 times its budget.

What language is Swiss Family Robinson in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Swiss Family Robinson?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Swiss Family Robinson in 78 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Swiss Family Robinson use?

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TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for Swiss Family Robinson, including She Cleans Up Nicely, Annoying Arrows, The Horde.