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6.8 / 10(5 votes)IMDbNR19641h 36mItaly

Kidnapped to Mystery Island

I misteri della giungla nera

“A Death-Island Of Strange Rites And Inhuman Tortures!”

Synopsis

Three year old Ada, daughter of the British captain McPherson, is captured by the Indian Tukh sect to represent the incarnation of Kali. Ever hidden in a vast underground system of caverns, she watches over human sacrifices, doubting her vocation. 15 years have passed when her father finally finds her and attempts a rescue, together with a snake-hunter who has fallen in love with her.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 1, 1966

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Luigi Capuano, Guglielmo Mancori
Screenplay & Story
Ottavio Poggi, Emilio Salgari, Arpad De Riso
Original Score
Carlo Rustichelli
Original Title
I misteri della giungla nera
Country of Origin
Italy
Spoken Languages
Italian
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Studios
Eichberg-Film, Liber Film

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Luigi Capuano, Guglielmo Mancori

Screenplay & Story

Ottavio Poggi, Emilio Salgari, Arpad De Riso

Original Score & Music

Carlo Rustichelli

Producers

Nino Battiferri

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Emilio Salgari

Department Leadership Roster

Luigi Capuano

Director

Guglielmo Mancori

Director

Ottavio Poggi

Writer

Arpad De Riso

Writer

Carlo Rustichelli

Carlo Rustichelli

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kidnapped to Mystery Island.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kidnapped to Mystery Island

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Kidnapped to Mystery Island about?

Three year old Ada, daughter of the British captain McPherson, is captured by the Indian Tukh sect to represent the incarnation of Kali. Ever hidden in a vast underground system of caverns, she watches over human sacrifices, doubting her vocation. 15 years have passed when her father finally finds her and attempts a rescue, together with a snake-hunter who has fallen in love with her.

Who directed Kidnapped to Mystery Island?

Kidnapped to Mystery Island was directed by Luigi Capuano, Guglielmo Mancori.

Who stars in Kidnapped to Mystery Island?

The principal cast of Kidnapped to Mystery Island includes Guy Madison, Ingeborg Schöner, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Ivan Desny, Giulia Rubini.

When was Kidnapped to Mystery Island released and how long is it?

Kidnapped to Mystery Island was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

Who composed the musical score for Kidnapped to Mystery Island?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Kidnapped to Mystery Island was composed by Carlo Rustichelli.

Is Kidnapped to Mystery Island based on a book or true story?

Kidnapped to Mystery Island is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Emilio Salgari".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Kidnapped to Mystery Island?

Kidnapped to Mystery Island holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).