Atlantis: The Lost Continent (1961): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1961, Atlantis: The Lost Continent is a fantasy, adventure and science fiction film directed by George Pal, running about 90 minutes. “SIGHTS NEVER BEFORE SEEN - Adventure never before experienced!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A Greek Fisherman brings an Atlantean Princess back to her homeland which is the mythical city of Atlantis. He is enslaved for his trouble. The King is being manipulated by an evil sorcerer who is bent on using a natural resource of Atlantis to take over the world. The Atlanteans, or rather the slaves of Atlantis, are forced to mine a crystalline material which absorbs the suns rays. These crystals can then be used for warmth. The misuse of science has created weapons out of the crystals that can fire a heat ray to destroy whatever it touches.

Who’s in it. Atlantis: The Lost Continent stars Sal Ponti as Demetrios, Joyce Taylor as Princess Antillia, John Dall as Zaren and William Smith as Captain of the Guard, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Atlantis: The Lost Continent has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Atlantis: The Lost Continent page.

If you liked it. Fans of Atlantis: The Lost Continent tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.