Hero's Island (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1962, Hero's Island is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Leslie Stevens, running about 94 minutes. “Pioneers Of The Sea... Tamers Of The Land... Builders Of The Dream!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A family shipwrecked on an island must deal with escaped convicts and pirates.
Who’s in it. Hero's Island stars James Mason as Jacob Weber, Kate Manx as Devon Mainwaring, Neville Brand as Ringstree and Warren Oates as Wayte Giddens, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Hero's Island has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hero's Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hero's Island tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hero's Island (1962)?
- In US, Hero's Island is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hero's Island worth watching?
- Hero's Island holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hero's Island?
- Hero's Island stars James Mason, Kate Manx, Neville Brand, Warren Oates and Rip Torn.
- When was Hero's Island released?
- Hero's Island was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.