Island of the Fishmen
L'isola degli uomini pesce
“Killers from the deep guard the forbidden treasures on...”
Synopsis
After their prison ship sinks in the Caribbean, a group of prisoners and a doctor wash ashore on a seemingly deserted island. They soon discover a strange couple, who invite them to stay at their house. While the prisoners plan an escape, the doctor does some investigating, and soon finds out just what the pair are really doing, and why the prisoners keep disappearing mysteriously.
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Something Waits in the Dark (1979) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-02
Top Cast
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Barbara Bach
Amanda Marvin
Claudio Cassinelli
Lt. Claude de Ross
Richard Johnson
Edmond Rackham
Beryl Cunningham
Shakira
Joseph Cotten
Prof. Ernest Marvin
Franco Javarone
Jose
Roberto Posse
Peter
Giuseppe Castellano
Skip
Franco Mazzieri
Francois
Cameron Mitchell
Decker (US version)
Mel Ferrer
Radcliffe (US version)
Eunice Bolt
Samantha (US Version)
Jim Alquist
James (US version)
Tom J. Delaney
Patterson (US version)
Bobby Rhodes
Rackham's Servant (uncredited)
Riccardo Petrazzi
Prisoner on Lifeboat(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 5, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sergio Martino
- Screenplay & Story
- Sergio Donati, Cesare Frugoni, Sergio Martino
- Original Score
- Luciano Michelini
- Original Title
- L'isola degli uomini pesce
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Medusa Distribuzione, Dania Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sergio Martino
Sergio Donati, Cesare Frugoni, Sergio Martino, Luciano Martino
Luciano Michelini
Giancarlo Ferrando
Eugenio Alabiso
Luciano Martino, Roger Corman
Department Leadership Roster
Sergio Martino
Director
Sergio Donati
Screenplay
Cesare Frugoni
Screenplay
Sergio Martino
Screenplay
Luciano Martino
Producer
Luciano Michelini
Original Music Composer
Giancarlo Ferrando
Director of Photography
Eugenio Alabiso
Editor
Massimo Antonello Geleng
Production Design
Maria Rosaria Crimi
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Island of the Fishmen
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What is Island of the Fishmen about?
After their prison ship sinks in the Caribbean, a group of prisoners and a doctor wash ashore on a seemingly deserted island. They soon discover a strange couple, who invite them to stay at their house. While the prisoners plan an escape, the doctor does some investigating, and soon finds out just what the pair are really doing, and why the prisoners keep disappearing mysteriously.
Who directed Island of the Fishmen?
Island of the Fishmen was directed by Sergio Martino.
Who stars in Island of the Fishmen?
The principal cast of Island of the Fishmen includes Barbara Bach, Claudio Cassinelli, Richard Johnson, Beryl Cunningham, Joseph Cotten.
When was Island of the Fishmen released and how long is it?
Island of the Fishmen was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Island of the Fishmen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Island of the Fishmen was composed by Luciano Michelini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Island of the Fishmen?
Island of the Fishmen holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).