Shipwrecked Among Cannibals (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1920, Shipwrecked Among Cannibals is a documentary and adventure film directed by William F. Adler, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. After opening scenes showing volcanoes of Java, an underground river, waterfalls, cloud effects, a coral island, the Ghost Rocks of Buru, and a tiger hunt in Siam, documentary footage of the cannibal tribes of New Guinea is framed by a fictional narrative in which the scientific expedition is shipwrecked along the southern New Guinea coast in the land of the Kia Kia headhunters, thus affording the crew the opportunity to film the tribal customs of these cannibals.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Shipwrecked Among Cannibals 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 Shipwrecked Among Cannibals page.
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- Where can I watch Shipwrecked Among Cannibals (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shipwrecked Among Cannibals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shipwrecked Among Cannibals worth watching?
- Shipwrecked Among Cannibals holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Shipwrecked Among Cannibals released?
- Shipwrecked Among Cannibals was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.