The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Island of Dr. Moreau is a 1996 sci-fi thriller directed by John Frankenheimer, starring Ron Perlman, Val Kilmer and Marlon Brando. It is partly based on The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $49.6 million worldwide on a $40 million budget. Critics gave it 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.6/10.
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- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- New Line Cinema
- Budget
- $40M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Island of Dr. Moreau About?
The premise of The Island of Dr. Moreau without spoilers, adapted from The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Marooned on a remote island in the Pacific, a British investigator uncovers a shocking secret: a brilliant but eccentric scientist has been conducting bizarre experiments, creating grotesque human-animal hybrids. As the diplomat delves deeper into the doctor’s work, he discovers a struggle for control between the scientist and his creations, threatening the tenuous order maintained on the island and forcing him to confront the fragility of civilization itself.
The Island of Dr. Moreau Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- mutant
- genetics
- mad scientist
- animal experimentation
- anthropomorphic animal
- anthropomorphism
- unnatural experiment
- animal cruelty
- scientist
- vivisection
- south-pacific
- pacific island
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- tropical island
- shipwreck survivor
- shipwrecked
- marooned on an island
- half man half beast
- microchip implant
- remote control
- law enforcement
- biotech sci fi
- body horror
- island
- hybrid animal
- chimera
- god complex
- laboratory
- creature
- jungle
- slavery
- experiment
- cat woman
- rebellion
- mutation
- homosexual subtext
- man beast
- mutant animal
- freak
- gene manipulation
- secret island
- based on book
- based on novel
- incarceration
- transformation
- animal that acts human
- genetic scientist
- genetic science
- science runs amok
- villain as protagonist
- evil
The Island of Dr. Moreau Cast
Ron Perlman leads the cast, with Val Kilmer and Marlon Brando. Directed by John Frankenheimer; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director John Frankenheimer
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The Island of Dr. Moreau Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Island of Dr. Moreau 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.6/10.
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IMDb 4.6 /10
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Metacritic 37 Metascore
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The Island of Dr. Moreau Plot Summary
What happens in The Island of Dr. Moreau from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As United Nations negotiator Edward Douglas clings desperately to life amidst the turbulent waters of the Java Sea, a miraculous rescue is staged by the passing vessel of Dr. Montgomery. His medical assistance pulls Douglas from the jaws of death, ultimately transporting him to the enigmatic “Moreau’s Island.” Adhering to a mysterious host’s request, the captain drops Douglas off, believing he has escaped the horror of his recent crash. However, what initially appears to be a sanctuary morphs into a surreal and unsettling refuge, marked by an eerie assortment of rabbits aboard the ship.
Full summary
The whole story of The Island of Dr. Moreau, scene by scene
The Island of Dr. Moreau Box Office & Budget
The Island of Dr. Moreau grossed $49.6 million worldwide on a $40 million budget, 1.2 times what it cost. $27.7 million came from the US and Canada and $22 million (44%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$49.6M
1.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $27.7M
- International
- $22M
- Budget
- $40M
The Island of Dr. Moreau Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip Meeting Dr. Moreau
How Well Do You Know The Island of Dr. Moreau?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the primary occupation of Edward Douglas?
Cars in The Island of Dr. Moreau
3 cars on screen, including the Willys MB 'Jeep' and the AM General HMMWV.
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International AACO Minor role
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Movies Like The Island of Dr. Moreau
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Island of Dr. Moreau, Island of Lost Souls and Island of Terror.
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The Island of Dr. Moreau 1977 -
Island of Lost Souls 1932 -
Island of Terror 1966 -
Dr. Moreau’s House of Pain 2004 -
Island of the Doomed 1967 -
The Twilight People 1972 -
Frankenstein Island 1981 -
Island Claws 1980 -
Island of the Lost 1967 -
The Mysterious Island 1929 -
Mystery on Monster Island 1981 -
The Island 2005
The Island of Dr. Moreau FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of The Island of Dr. Moreau, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Island of Dr. Moreau released?
The Island of Dr. Moreau was released on August 23, 1996.
Who directed The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau was directed by John Frankenheimer.
More films by John Frankenheimer Who is in the cast of The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau stars Ron Perlman, Val Kilmer and Marlon Brando, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Island of Dr. Moreau make at the box office?
The Island of Dr. Moreau grossed $49.6 million worldwide ($27.7 million domestic, $22 million international) on a budget of $40 million.
How is The Island of Dr. Moreau rated?
The Island of Dr. Moreau has 4.6/10 on IMDb and 37 on Metacritic.
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau based on a book?
Yes. The Island of Dr. Moreau is partly adapted from The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells.
Does The Island of Dr. Moreau have a post-credit scene?
No. The Island of Dr. Moreau has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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