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The Lost World

Seen it?

1925 | 104 min | Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Romance, Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, romantics and horror fans. If you loved Planet of the Apes or The Jungle Book, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary, warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 44 min.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1925: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

The first film adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic novel about a land where prehistoric creatures still roam.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    100% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $1 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 63K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Harry O. Hoyt

  • Bessie LovePaula White
  • Lewis StoneSir John Roxton
  • Wallace BeeryProf. Challenger
  • Lloyd HughesEdward E. Malone
  • Alma BennettGladys Hungerford
  • Arthur HoytProf. Summerlee
  • Margaret McWadeMrs. Challenger
  • Bull MontanaApe Man
  • Frank Finch SmilesChallengers Diener
  • Jules CowlesZambo