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Quick Info

Status: Ended

Network: ITV1

Type: Scripted

Rating: 7.5/10

The Legends of Treasure Island

TV SERIES 1993 2 SEASONS

Overview

The Legends Of Treasure Island is an animated cartoon from the UK that ran from 1993-1995. It had two series of 13 episodes each and each episode runs for 22–25 minutes. The series was loosely based on Robert Louis Stevenson's original story "Treasure Island". Featuring a mysterious and dark storyline, it incorporates magic and many new characters. Unlike the book and most adaptations Long John Silver is not an anti-hero with dubious morality but rather a straight villain. It was broadcast in the United Kingdom and in other countries throughout Europe and Latin America and was also aired in Australia. The programme was a FilmFair production for Central Independent Television, The Legends of Treasure Island, is owned by ITV PLC.

This production, originally released in 1993, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Family, Animation genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.5 across its 2 seasons.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Family and Animation.
  • • Produced in United Kingdom.
  • • Original Language: English.

Directed By

Simon Ward-Horner, Dino Athanassiou

Written By

Robert Louis Stevenson

Starring Cast

Seasons

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Season 1

13 Episodes • Aired 1993-09-10

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Season 2

13 Episodes • Aired 1995-04-04

No season overview provided for this season.

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