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"Two Gals, Two Guys. One Deserted Island ....Welcome to Paradise"

1991

1h 34m

3.2(6 votes)

Comedy

TV Movie

Overview

A couple leaves for a vacation on a tropical island and finds happiness and love... just not with each-other.

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11 members

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Gregory Harrison

William 'Bill' Buzell owner of Luhana

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Mark Linn-Baker

Gordon

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Lisa Hartman

Sydney Wayne

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Charlotte Lewis

Tarita the Native Girl

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Manu Tupou

Emile / Rental Boats

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Largo Woodruff

Lois Rice

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Win De Lugo

Miles Wilson (as Winston De Lugo)

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Hans H. Eisler

Louis / Moratonga Police Chief

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Ed Amatrudo

Cal Minton

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Bunny Bornn

Marcy / Sydney's Secretary

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Jodie Tanino

The Concierge

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