Strange Holiday (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1970, Strange Holiday is an adventure and family film directed by Mende Brown, running about 75 minutes. “A fun filled adventure drama with ten fantastic kids on a Pacific island.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Ten boys and a dog are shipwrecked on an island in the Pacific. After a storm they discover another boat has been shipwrecked on the island. They make friends with two of the survivors, a nurse and ship's carpenter, but discover there are three other survivors who are ruthless mutineers.

Who’s in it. Strange Holiday stars Mark Lee as Costar, Carmen Duncan as Nurse Kate, Jaeme Hamilton as Briant and Mark Healey as Doniphan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Strange Holiday 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 Strange Holiday page.

If you liked it. Fans of Strange Holiday tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Strange Holiday (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strange Holiday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Strange Holiday worth watching?
Strange Holiday holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Strange Holiday?
Strange Holiday stars Mark Lee, Carmen Duncan, Jaeme Hamilton, Mark Healey and Jaime Massang.
When was Strange Holiday released?
Strange Holiday was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.