Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. (1966): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. is a 1966 adventure comedy directed by Byron Paul, starring Dick Van Dyke as Lt. Robin Crusoe, Nancy Kwan and Akim Tamiroff. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 53m (113 min)
- Director
- Byron Paul
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Walt Disney Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. About?
The premise of Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After his aircraft suffers engine failure, Navy pilot Lt. Robin Crusoe is forced to parachute to a tropical, uninhabited island. He builds a shelter, learns to survive, and enjoys the island’s natural beauty. Trouble begins when a local girl, banished there by her father, arrives, and the vengeful patriarch soon tracks Crusoe to the island.
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. Themes & Keywords
· 39 tags- character name as title
- robin crusoe character
- reference to robinson crusoe
- fireworks
- comic relief
- daughter
- blockbuster
- male protagonist
- island adventure
- island
- navy pilot
- pilot
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- bamboo
- fire hose
- flamethrower
- women's rights
- golf
- animal companion
- message in a bottle
- writing a letter
- talking bird
- playing cards
- playing cards with an animal
- animal with gun
- chimpanzee
- ape
- alone
- shark
- lifeboat
- hiccup
- survival guide
- survival kit
- survival
- lost at sea
- pilot ejects
- castaway
- helicopter
- based on novel
- independent film
Where to Watch Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.
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Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. Cast & Characters
Dick Van Dyke leads the cast as Lt. Robin Crusoe, with Nancy Kwan as Wednesday and Akim Tamiroff as Tanamashu. Directed by Byron Paul; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Byron Paul
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Dick Van Dyke as Lt. Robin Crusoe -
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Akim Tamiroff as Tanamashu - Richard Deacon as Survival Manual Narrator
Also Starring in Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.
· 7 more- John Dennis Crew Chief
- Peter Renaday Pilot
- Arthur Malet Umbrella Man
- Tyler McVey Captain
- Bebe Louie Native Girl
- Nancy Hsueh Native Girl
- Peter Duryea Co-Pilot
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. Plot Summary
What happens in Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Lieutenant Robin “Rob” Crusoe is forced to eject from his Navy aircraft during a routine mission, plunging into the ocean. He drifts in a life raft for days and nights until he finally lands on a desolate, uninhabited island. On the shore, he quickly adapts: he builds a sturdy shelter, fashions new clothes from whatever materials he can find, and begins to explore his surroundings with a cautious curiosity. His scavenging leads him to an abandoned World War II submarine, a discovery that changes everything. Inside the submarine, he encounters a NASA chimpanzee astronaut named Floyd, who becomes an unexpected partner in survival.
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How Well Do You Know Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.?
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Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. Also Known As
12 alternative titles, including “Lt Robin Crusoe USN” and “Lieutenant Robinson Crusoé”.
- Also known as
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- Lt Robin Crusoe USN
- Lieutenant Robinson Crusoé
- Il comandante Robin Crusoe
- Robin Crusoe, der Amazonenhäuptling
- El teniente Robinson
- Robin Crusoe kalandjai
- O Fantástico Robin Crusoé
- סגן רובין קרוזו
- צי ארה"ב
- Lt. 로빈 크루소
- Робин Крузо
- Löjtnant Robin Crusoe
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Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N., each answered in a sentence.
How long is Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.?
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
When was Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. released?
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. was released on July 29, 1966.
Who directed Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.?
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. was directed by Byron Paul.
More films by Byron Paul Who is in the cast of Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.?
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. stars Dick Van Dyke as Lt. Robin Crusoe, Nancy Kwan as Wednesday and Akim Tamiroff as Tanamashu, among 11 credited actors.
Where can I watch Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.?
In the US, Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
Does Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. have a post-credit scene?
No. Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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