Movie · 1987
Is The Shipwreck Island based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Shipwreck Island is based on the book The Shipwreck Island by Alexander Belyayev (1927).
The movie was released in 1987.
The book behind The Shipwreck Island
The Shipwreck Island
by Alexander Belyayev · first published 1927 · science fiction
Novel by Alexander Belyayev.
Common questions
Is The Shipwreck Island based on a book?
Yes. The Shipwreck Island is based on the book The Shipwreck Island by Alexander Belyayev (1927).
Who wrote the book The Shipwreck Island is based on?
The Shipwreck Island was written by Alexander Belyayev and first published in 1927.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Shipwreck Island before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Alexander Belyayev's books
- Amphibian Man (film, 1961)
- Professor Dowell's Testament (film, 1984)