The Lost Continent
“A living hell that time forgot!”
Synopsis
An eclectic group of characters set sail on Captain Lansen’s leaky cargo ship in an attempt to escape their various troubles. When a violent storm strikes, the ship is swept into the Sargasso Sea and the passengers find themselves trapped on an island populated by man-eating seaweed, giant crabs and Spanish conquistadors who believe it’s still the 16th century.
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The Lost Continent (1968) - Official Trailer (HD)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-08-04
Top Cast
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Eric Porter
Lansen
Hildegard Knef
Eva Peters
Suzanna Leigh
Unity Webster
Tony Beckley
Harry Tyler
Jimmy Hanley
Patrick, the bartender
James Cossins
Nick, chief engineer
Reg Lye
The Helmsman
Ben Carruthers
Ricaldi
Nigel Stock
Dr. Webster
Neil McCallum
First Officer Hemmings
Donald Sumpter
Sparks, the Radioman
Victor Maddern
The Mate
Michael Ripper
The One-Eyed Crewman
Dana Gillespie
Sara
Darryl Read
El Supremo
Eddie Powell
The Inquisitor
Norman Eshley
Alf Joint
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 19, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Carreras
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Carreras
- Original Score
- Gerard Schurmann
- Original Title
- The Lost Continent
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions, Seven Arts Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Carreras
Michael Carreras, Dennis Wheatley
Gerard Schurmann
Paul Beeson
Chris Barnes
Michael Carreras, Anthony Hinds
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Carreras
Director
Michael Carreras
Screenplay
Paul Beeson
Director of Photography
Chris Barnes
Editor
Michael Carreras
Producer
Gerard Schurmann
Original Music Composer
Carl Toms
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lost Continent
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What is The Lost Continent about?
An eclectic group of characters set sail on Captain Lansen’s leaky cargo ship in an attempt to escape their various troubles. When a violent storm strikes, the ship is swept into the Sargasso Sea and the passengers find themselves trapped on an island populated by man-eating seaweed, giant crabs and Spanish conquistadors who believe it’s still the 16th century.
Who directed The Lost Continent?
The Lost Continent was directed by Michael Carreras.
Who stars in The Lost Continent?
The principal cast of The Lost Continent includes Eric Porter, Hildegard Knef, Suzanna Leigh, Tony Beckley, Jimmy Hanley.
When was The Lost Continent released and how long is it?
The Lost Continent was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Lost Continent?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Lost Continent was composed by Gerard Schurmann.
Is The Lost Continent based on a book or true story?
The Lost Continent is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Dennis Wheatley".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lost Continent?
The Lost Continent holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).