The performance by Stian Smestad, playing Haakon, is enjoyable within this story that combines elements of "Treasure Island" and "Robinson Crusoe," set around a seafaring adventure. Because his farm in Norway is facing repossession, he consents to work as a ship’s boy for a couple of years. Following a short stay in England—where they recruit Royal Navy sailor “Lt. Merrick” (Gabriel Byrne)—they resume their journey; …

While it does have moments that echo earlier Disney movies, I ended up feeling pretty good about *'Shipwrecked'*. To be honest, there’s not much that stands out as particularly special. The performers aren’t especially noteworthy, and the visuals and pacing are unremarkable. The conversations are simple, and so is the story—it seems to borrow elements from other films produced by the studio. These include *'Tre…