10 Best Movies about Being Stranded on an Island

Chuck Noland, played by Tom Hanks, is a hardworking FedEx systems analyst executive. His job is to make sure that FedEx's warehouses run smoothly and that all deliveries are made safely and on time. His dedication to work even gets in the way of his wedding plans with his fiancée, Kelly.

One day, during a work trip, his plane crashes in the Pacific Ocean, leaving him all alone on a deserted island. Stranded, he uses all his skills and determination to survive and figure out a way to escape the island. Will Chuck manage to survive and get back to Kelly?

Tom Hanks shines in this film, not only as the lead actor but also as a producer. The movie was a massive hit, raking in $429 million at the box office against a production budget of around $90 million.

"Triangle of Sadness" is a film that cleverly teaches us about the roles of the 'eater' and the 'eaten' in society. Written and directed by Ruben Östlund in his feature film debut, it's an engaging story about a celebrity couple whose luxurious yacht trip turns into a struggle for survival.

The film unfolds in three parts, beginning with the introduction of the main characters, including the celeb couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean). They're models who get an invitation to join a fancy yacht trip with other VIP guests.

But their enjoyable journey takes a dark turn when a storm hits and wrecks the ship, leaving them stranded on an island. Among the few survivors are a small group of guests and one low-ranking crew member. Now, the previously snobbish guests have to rely on the very crew member they looked down on. Isn't that ironic?

Hank Thompson finds himself all alone on a deserted island, feeling so hopeless that he considers ending his life. But just as he's about to give up, he spots a dead body washed up on the beach. In a surprising turn of events, this corpse becomes his key to survival.

Hank names the corpse Manny, and to his shock, Manny starts talking, albeit very slowly. Initially, Hank is scared to see a talking corpse, but they soon form an unlikely friendship. Manny even helps Hank find his way out of the forest.

As they journey together, Hank teaches Manny about life's joys. Using bits of trash and plants, Hank creates fun experiences for them, like parties, dinners, and even a makeshift cinema.

This unique 95-minute film, directed by Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan, has earned a 7/10 rating on IMDB. If this story piques your interest, be sure to check out the movie!

Based on Nathaniel Philbrick's novel, this film set in 1982 brings to life a story of survival at sea. It's about a group of crew members fighting for their lives after their whaling ship sinks.

Back then, whale oil was the main source of oil, so lots of companies were hunting whales all over the oceans. The story centers on a whaling mission led by Captain George Polland, with Chase Owen and the crew setting off on a big sea adventure. But things get risky because Captain George doesn't always follow the rules of sailing, leading to arguments with Owen. This carelessness has serious consequences, and their ship tragically goes down.

Now, the crew is in a desperate situation, trying to stay alive in the middle of the ocean. The big question is, will they make it through?

It's not quite accurate to say that the films of the 1990s failed to entertain audiences. In fact, the '90s produced many memorable and successful films. One of these films is "Six Days, Seven Nights," directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Harrison Ford, a versatile actor well-known for his roles in this era.

In this film, Harrison Ford plays Quinn, a pilot stranded on a remote island with Robin Monroe (Anne Heche), a fashion magazine editor, and her boyfriend, Frank (David Schwimmer). The story begins when Robin goes on a holiday to a South Pacific island with Frank, but their plane, piloted by Quinn, crashes, leaving them stranded.

Their situation becomes more complicated when they encounter pirates who control the area. Quinn is using his skills and whatever he has to lead everyone in modifying an aircraft to escape. During this time, Quinn and Robin grow closer, especially after Robin discovers Frank's infidelity. This unexpected closeness between them adds an interesting twist to their survival story, suggesting that sometimes, being trapped on a deserted island can lead to unexpected benefits.

"Sweetheart" is a survival horror film directed by J.D. Dillard and released in 2019 by Universal Pictures. The movie stars Kiersey Clemons in a powerful lead role, portraying a young woman's fight for survival on a deserted island.

The story follows Jennifer Remming (Kiersey Clemons) and her friend, who go on a sailing trip during their holiday. Their adventure turns upside down when a storm capsizes their boat. Jennifer miraculously survives, but tragically, her friend does not. They both end up on a remote and uninhabited island, where Jennifer gives her friend a proper burial.

As she starts to explore the island, Jennifer uncovers signs of a mysterious creature lurking around. She soon realizes she's being hunted by a humanoid sea monster with a hunger for flesh and blood. Faced with this terrifying threat, Jennifer must use her intelligence and whatever resources she can find on the island to outwit the monster and find a way to escape alive.

"Blue Lagoon: The Awakening" is a heartwarming romantic drama, directed by Mikael Salomon and Jake Newsome. This 2012 TV film draws inspiration from the classic 1908 novel "The Blue Lagoon" and stars Indiana Evans and Brenton Thwaites.

The film centers around Emma (Indiana Evans) and Dean (Brenton Thwaites), two high schoolers on a trip to Trinidad. They're there to help build a school for disadvantaged children, but an awful incident happened on their second night. That incident leads to Emma and Dean falling overboard and finding themselves alone on a deserted island.

Stranded and with no one else to rely on, they have to work together to survive. They learn how to make fire, catch fish, and find food. What starts as a friendship between them slowly blossoms into a sweet romance.

As they wait for rescue, unsure of when it might come, they remain hopeful and believe that as long as they are together, they can overcome anything.

Castaways tells the story of two girls stranded on a deserted island. Emily (Paige McGarvin) and Cara (Sofia Masson) along with a few others try to escape from their city after hearing the news of a massive quarantine due to a widespread pandemic.

Their escape takes a tragic turn when their boat is caught in a storm. Tragically, everyone else is lost to the waves, but Emily and Cara miraculously become the only survivors who washed up on shore. With no one else around, they have to learn to hunt and do things the old-fashioned way to survive.

As they spend more and more time together, Emily and Cara's bond grows stronger, and eventually develops into a romantic relationship. They look out for each other so that they can leave the island and live happily together.

"Castaways" is an American tragedy drama film that aired as one of the original productions on Tubi channel. Directed by Ilyssa Goodman, the movie features standout performances from Paige McGarvin and Sofia Masson, who captivate audiences with a compelling story of survival and love.