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Mr. Robinson Crusoe
DOUG. FAIRBANKS in a Modern Comedy-Romance That Seethes With Laughs and Action!
Genres
AdventureComedy
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
76 min
Release Date
1932-08-19
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
14
Vote Average
6.1
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Douglas Fairbanks
Steve Drexel
William Farnum
William Belmont
Earle Browne
Professor Carmichale
Maria Alba
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