Thunder Island (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1963, Thunder Island is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Jack Leewood, running about 65 minutes. “The one bullet that could send terror screaming through the whole Caribbean!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A hit man hijacks a boat — and the married couple aboard — in order to carry out a contract on a dictator in the Caribbean.
Who’s in it. Thunder Island stars Gene Nelson as Billy Poole, Brian Kelly as Vincent Dodge, Fay Spain as Helen Dodge and Miriam Colon as Anita Chavez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Thunder Island has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thunder Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thunder 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 Thunder Island (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thunder Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thunder Island worth watching?
- Thunder Island holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thunder Island?
- Thunder Island stars Gene Nelson, Brian Kelly, Fay Spain, Miriam Colon and Antonio Torres Martinó.
- When was Thunder Island released?
- Thunder Island was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.