George's Island
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Ian Bannen
Captain Waters
Sheila McCarthy
Miss Birdwood
Maury Chaykin
Mr. Droonfield
Nathaniel Moreau
George Waters
Vickie Ridler
Bonnie
Brian Downey
Mr. Beane
Irene Hogan
Mrs. Beane
Gary Reineke
Captain Kidd
Chas Lawther
Blinky
Avery Saltzman
Buntwhip
Gary Vermeir
Jellybee
Scott Owen
Petey
Ken Strong
Jinkson
Anna Cameron
Judge
Joseph Rutten
Leech
Robyn Stevan
Miss Plivder
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Donovan
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Donovan, Maura O'Connell
- Original Score
- Marty Simon
- Original Title
- George's Island
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Salter Street Films, ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Donovan
Paul Donovan, Maura O'Connell
Marty Simon
Les Krizsan
Stephan Fanfara
Paul Donovan, Maura O'Connell, J. William Ritchie, Lorenzo P. Lampthwait
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Donovan
Director
Les Krizsan
Director of Photography
Marty Simon
Original Music Composer
Stephan Fanfara
Editor
Paul Donovan
Writer
Maura O'Connell
Writer
William Fleming
Production Design
Lorenzo P. Lampthwait
Producer
Maura O'Connell
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About George's Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is George's Island 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 directed George's Island?
George's Island was directed by Paul Donovan.
Who stars in George's Island?
The principal cast of George's Island includes Ian Bannen, Sheila McCarthy, Maury Chaykin, Nathaniel Moreau, Vickie Ridler.
When was George's Island released and how long is it?
George's Island was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for George's Island?
The original motion picture soundtrack for George's Island was composed by Marty Simon.