Crusoe (2008–2009)

Based on the novel written in 1719, this is said to be an action-packed period drama set in the 17th century, but with a contemporary take on race relations -- and a hero who will bear a ... See full summary »

Creators:

Justin Bodle, Stephen Gallagher

Stars:

Philip Winchester, Tongayi Chirisa, Anna Walton

1 win.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Philip Winchester	...	Robinson Crusoe (13 episodes, 2008-2009)
Tongayi Chirisa	...	Friday (13 episodes, 2008-2009)
Anna Walton	...	Susannah Crusoe (12 episodes, 2008-2009)
Sam Neill	...	Jeremiah Blackthorn (12 episodes, 2008-2010)
Mark Dexter	...	Samuel Tuffley (8 episodes, 2008-2009)
Mía Maestro	...	Olivia (7 episodes, 2008-2009)
Kieran Bew	...	Nathan West (6 episodes, 2008-2009)
Elsa Bodle	...	Sophie (6 episodes, 2008-2009)

Storyline

Based on the novel written in 1719, this is said to be an action-packed period drama set in the 17th century, but with a contemporary take on race relations -- and a hero who will bear a resemblance to Angus MacGyver. NBC has committed to 13 episodes.

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Plot Keywords:

island | one word title | shipwrecked | based on novel | character name in title

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Genres:

Adventure | Drama | History

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA UK Canada South Africa

Language:

English

Also Known As:

Robinson Crusoe

Filming Locations:

Fairfax House, Castlegate, York, North Yorkshire, England, UK

Box Office

Budget:

$35,000,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Power, Muse Entertainment Enterprises, Moonlighting Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Referenced in The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.83 (2010)

User Reviews

God-awful acting

Stuck at home on a Friday night, I saw a trailer for this way back in the summer and thought "oh this is gonna be sweet!!!!" so I popped the popcorn and began to watch it. The second the character Robinson Crusoe started talking, I thought "What the hell? Is that supposed to be a British accent?" Phillip Winchester did terrible, I thought, and the Friday character wasn't very interesting either. The pirates sucked. In all, the acting is god-awful. I felt like the whole time i wanted to just scream at them to get off the set. Hopefully, throughout the season, the acting and the plot will be more sophisticated and enjoyable.