Arturo's Island (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1962, Arturo's Island is a drama film directed by Damiano Damiani, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Arturo is a teenage boy who lives alone on an island. His mother died when he was born, and his father is always away. From time to time, Arturo's father comes to see him, but only too soon leaves him again. He seems not to appreciate his son at all, but, nevertheless, Arturo adores his father. One day, Arturo's father arrives with his second wife, Nunciata, a seventeen-year-old girl with whom Arturo soon falls in love...
Who’s in it. Arturo's Island stars Vanni De Maigret as Arturo, Key Meersman as Nunziata, Reginald Kernan as Wilhelm and Gabriella Giorgelli as Teresa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Arturo's Island has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arturo's Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Arturo's Island tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Arturo's Island (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arturo's Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Arturo's Island worth watching?
- Arturo's Island holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Arturo's Island?
- Arturo's Island stars Vanni De Maigret, Key Meersman, Reginald Kernan, Gabriella Giorgelli and Luigi Giuliani.
- When was Arturo's Island released?
- Arturo's Island was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.