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Graduation turns deadly when a seaplane crash leaves eight teens stranded with ruthless drug smugglers.

OUT OF CONTROL

They were on the most exciting adventure of their lives. It would end up ... Out of Control.

1985 · 1h 18m · R · Action / Drama · IMDB TMDB

After graduation eight teens fly a seaplane to a private island, bad weather causes the plane to crash. They end up on a deserted island, but they are not alone and must fight drug smugglers in order to survive.

Quick Answer

What is Out of Control about?

Out of Control is a 1985 American-Yugoslavian action drama directed by Allan Holzman about eight teens whose post-graduation celebration becomes a fight for survival when their seaplane crashes on a deserted island occupied by drug smugglers.

Programmer's Pick

Out of Control is what happens when your graduation party involves a seaplane, a deserted island, and a murderous gang of drug runners. It's equal parts sunburn, sexual tension, and survival skills—the wet T-shirt contest is strictly optional.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Out of Control sets the stage with eight freshly graduated teens embarking on a celebratory seaplane trip to a private island. Their festive plans are upended when turbulent weather sends their plane crashing onto an unfamiliar, deserted island. What begins as an impromptu survival challenge quickly escalates when the group discovers ominous signs of other, less friendly visitors. Navigating the wilderness, emerging sexual tensions, and the perils of isolation, these teens soon find themselves in a dangerous standoff with drug smugglers who have their own reasons for occupying the island. The film blends elements of survival adventure with the mounting threat of criminal violence, all set against a backdrop of youthful bravado and vulnerability.

Details & Specs

Director
Allan Holzman
Writers
Sandra Weintraub, Vicangelo Bulluck
Release
1985
Runtime
1h 18m
Country
United States of America, Yugoslavia
Language
English
Genres
Action, Drama

Cast & Crew

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Director: Allan Holzman Writers: Sandra Weintraub +1 more

Why Cult

Island Survival Mayhem

Watch eight teens improvise foraging, fire-starting, and group dynamics after being stranded on an uninhabited island.

Drug Smuggler Danger

The threat isn't just the elements—ruthless drug runners quickly turn this adventure into a fight for survival.

High School Hormones

Expect sexual tension, spin the bottle, and awkward swims in underwear as graduation night takes a steamy turn.

B-Movie Exploitation Flair

From wet T-shirts to topless scenes and biker mayhem, this film checks the boxes for 1980s exploitation staples.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Out of Control released? +

Out of Control was released in 1985.

Who directed Out of Control? +

Out of Control was directed by Allan Holzman.

How long is Out of Control? +

Out of Control has a runtime of 78 minutes.

What genre is Out of Control? +

Out of Control is an action drama.

Where can I watch Out of Control? +

Out of Control is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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