The Castaway (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1931, The Castaway is an animation film directed by Wilfred Jackson, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Mickey, apparently shipwrecked, is on a raft; he washes up on a tropical island, where a banana tree takes care of his hunger. He then discovers a piano that washed ashore, and begins playing it. The animals come around; a gorilla, after playing a 4-hands piece with his feet, destroys the piano. Mickey runs away and accidentally wakes a lion. The lion chases Mickey to a stream, where he jumps onto a rock that turns out to be right next to a crocodile.
Who’s in it. The Castaway stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Castaway has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Castaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Castaway tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Castaway (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Castaway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Castaway worth watching?
- The Castaway holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Castaway?
- The Castaway stars Walt Disney.
- When was The Castaway released?
- The Castaway was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.