The Lost Volcano (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1950, The Lost Volcano is an adventure film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 76 minutes. “MIGHTIEST VOLCANIC ERUPTION EVER FILMED!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Little David Gordon lives in the jungle with his parents Ruth and Fred Gordon along with their servant Nona. David likes living there while his father captures wild animals. He's made friends with Bomba the jungle boy who has shown a great deal about life in the jungle. His parents have heard the stories of Bomba but think it's just myth along with a bit of David's imagination. When David is kidnapped by two adventurers looking for ancient treasure in the shadow of a live volcano, Bomba comes to the rescue.
Who’s in it. The Lost Volcano stars Johnny Sheffield as Bomba, Donald Woods as Paul Gordon, Marjorie Lord as Ruth Gordon and John Ridgely as Fred Barton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Lost Volcano has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lost Volcano page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lost Volcano tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lost Volcano (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Volcano change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lost Volcano worth watching?
- The Lost Volcano holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lost Volcano?
- The Lost Volcano stars Johnny Sheffield, Donald Woods, Marjorie Lord, John Ridgely and Tommy Ivo.
- When was The Lost Volcano released?
- The Lost Volcano was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.