as Man Friday Polly Walker as Mary McGregor Ian Hart as Daniel Defoe James Frain as Robert, Defoe's Publisher Damian Lewis as Patrick Connor Ben Robertson as James, Patrick's Brother Martin Grace as Captain Braga Sean Brosnan as Cabin boy Lysette Anthony as Mrs. Crusoe Tim McMulian as Crusoe's Second Mal Tobias as Patrick Connor's Second Jim Clark as Slave Ship Captain Reception Due to a very limited release, never debuting theatrically in the United States or United Kingdom, the film did not receive any widespread press or critical attention. Among the few reviews available, Radio Times gave it two stars, finding Brosnan 'unconvincing' in the lead role. DVD Talk praised Brosnan's performance, but felt that the pacing was too fast and did not allow for proper immersion. References External links 1997 films 1990s adventure drama films American adventure drama films Films about survivors of seafaring accidents or incidents Films based on Robinson Crusoe Films directed by George T. Miller Films directed by Rod Hardy Films set on beaches Films set on islands Films set in jungles Films set in Papua New Guinea Films set in the 18th century American survival films Touchstone Pictures films Miramax films 1997 drama films 1990s English-language films 1990s American films