Die Schatzinsel
A live-action six-part West German/French adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure novel. Although not directly faithful, it is a highly liberal and stylised re-imagining that blends the pirate adventure with the popular genre of the time: the Euro-Western. In place of the novel's 18th-century setting is a distinct 19th-century 'Wild West' with cowboy style wardrobe and firearms. The central premise remains: a young man, Jim Hawkins, comes into possession of a treasure map and embarks on a voyage to a remote island.
Cast: Michael Ande, Jacques Dacqmine, Georges Riquier
Miniseries
4 episodes
1. The Old BuccaneerIn 18th-century Bristol, young Jim Hawkins lives in his parents' old inn. Even at the age of 17, the lad has little education, unaware that the large port city is Bristol.12CC1 h 20 minDec 25, 1966
2. The Ship's CookA crash between landlord Trelawney, who has decided to equip a ship for a treasure hunt, and captain Smollett, who was hired for the trip, leads to a chance for adventure.12CC1 h 28 minDec 26, 1966
3. The Log CabinSmollett gives the team shore leave. When he casts off, Jim jumps into a boat and is taken to the island, where he meets overgrown islander Ben Gunn.12CC1 h 32 minDec 31, 1966
4. The DecisionWhen Jim returns to the ship, he's horrified to find that it has been overtaken by Silver and his crew.12CC1 h 24 minJan 1, 1967
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Die Schatzinsel
A live-action six-part West German/French adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure novel. Although not directly faithful, it is a highly liberal and stylised re-imagining that blends the pirate adventure with the popular genre of the time: the Euro-Western. In place of the novel's 18th-century setting is a distinct 19th-century 'Wild West' with cowboy style wardrobe and firearms. The central premise remains: a young man, Jim Hawkins, comes into possession of a treasure map and embarks on a voyage to a remote island.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Walter Ulbrich
- Studio
- Franco London Films, DEROPA Film- und Fernseh GmbH, ZDF
Maturity rating
12Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
