Robinson Crusoe (1902): cast, story & where to watch
1902 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1902, Robinson Crusoe is an adventure film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. Georges Méliès adaptation of Robinson Crusoe, the first film adaptation of the story. Filmed in black & white, Méliès would then paint the film by hand to colour it. Originally a 15 minute film, twelve and a half minutes of painted film have been found and have been restored.
Who’s in it. Robinson Crusoe stars Georges Méliès as Robinson Crusoé.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Robinson Crusoe has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Robinson Crusoe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Robinson Crusoe 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 Robinson Crusoe (1902)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Robinson Crusoe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Robinson Crusoe worth watching?
- Robinson Crusoe holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Robinson Crusoe?
- Robinson Crusoe stars Georges Méliès.
- When was Robinson Crusoe released?
- Robinson Crusoe was released in 1902, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.