I found <em>'Treasure of Matecumbe'</em> just about entertaining, helped by the impressive main cast. Peter Ustinov, after a poor showing in 1975's <em>'One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing'</em>, comes back strong with a top performance as Snodgrass. Joan Hackett is also enjoyable as Paxton, especially across the first act. Robert Foxworth fits in too, as he plays Uncle Jim. The two kid actors are Johnny Doran…
Top Cast
Robert Foxworth
Jim
Joan Hackett
Lauriette
Peter Ustinov
Dr. Snodgrass
Vic Morrow
Spangler
Johnny Doran
Davie
Billy 'Pop' Atmore
Thad
Jane Wyatt
Aunt Effie
Virginia Vincent
Aunt Lou
Robert DoQui
Ben
Don Knight
Skaggs
Mills Watson
Catrell
Dub Taylor
Sheriff Forbes
Valentin de Vargas
Charlie
Dick Van Patten
The Gambler
George Lindsey
Coahoma Sheriff
Warde Donovan
Sheriff Coffey
Reviews
I haven't seen this film for over 40 years and it has held up remarkably well. It's a simple tale of a pair of elderly spinsters who face losing their family home. Their only lifeline may come from a tale of buried US Civil War gold. Others have heard about this treasure too, so when two young boys (Johnny Duran & Pop Atmore) set off with the map in search of it, they are closely pursued by a sinister gang led by…
FAQ about Treasure of Matecumbe
What is Treasure of Matecumbe about?
In post-Civil War Kentucky, young David Burnic becomes the unexpected heir to the family secret, a map leading to buried treasure on the Florida isle of Matecumbe.
When was Treasure of Matecumbe released?
Treasure of Matecumbe was released in 1976.
What genres does Treasure of Matecumbe belong to?
Treasure of Matecumbe is categorised as Action, Adventure, Family, Western.
Who stars in Treasure of Matecumbe?
The cast of Treasure of Matecumbe includes Robert Foxworth, Joan Hackett, Peter Ustinov, Vic Morrow, Johnny Doran.