George's Island (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1989, George's Island is a drama, adventure and family film directed by Paul Donovan, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. After telling his class about the ghost of Captain Kidd and his buried treasure on George’s Island, George is placed in a foster home. George and another foster child, Bonnie, flee to the island on Halloween but when they’re followed by adults Captain Kidd’s ghost is awakened.
Who’s in it. George's Island stars Ian Bannen as Captain Waters, Sheila McCarthy as Miss Birdwood, Maury Chaykin as Mr. Droonfield and Nathaniel Moreau as George Waters, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, George's Island sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch George's Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of George's Island tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch George's Island (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for George's Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is George's Island worth watching?
- George's Island holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in George's Island?
- George's Island stars Ian Bannen, Sheila McCarthy, Maury Chaykin, Nathaniel Moreau and Vickie Ridler.
- When was George's Island released?
- George's Island was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.