Crusoe 

Based on the novel written in 1719, this is said to be an action-packed period drama set in the 18th century, but with a contemporary take on race relations -- and a hero who will bear a ... See full summary »

Creators:

Stephen Gallagher, Justin Bodle, Richard Mewis

Stars:

Sam Neill, Philip Winchester, Tongayi Chirisa

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Sam Neill	...	Jeremiah Blackthorn 14 episodes, 2008-2010
Philip Winchester	...	Robinson Crusoe 13 episodes, 2008-2009
Tongayi Chirisa	...	Friday 13 episodes, 2008-2009
Anna Walton	...	Susannah Crusoe 12 episodes, 2008-2009
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 18th 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:

character name as series title | one word series title | surname as series title | robinson crusoe character | friday character | 

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Genres:

Adventure | Drama

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA UK Canada South Africa

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 October 2008 (USA)

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?

Trivia

The mortuary location is a ruined undercroft near York's Museum Gardens. One side of the building is open and was screened with huge cloth backdrops.

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Connections

Referenced in Séries express: Episode #2.8 (2008)

User Reviews

decent. in real good sense

The right story, the good performances. the flash backs . and the humor. few virtues of a serie who could be defined as decent in the sense of old fashion work. because it is not one of serie proposing eccentric new perspectives about a classic book. it is not one of series looking for impress. it represents a good example of well crafted serie. using original lines, proposing smart questions about contemporary problems. being useful. a serie for entire family, embroidery of beautiful performances, adventure in old fashion style and wise pledge for fundamental values.