Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.5/10
The Legends of Treasure Island
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
Written By
Starring Cast
Hugh Laurie
Squire Trelawney (voice)
Chris Barrie
Captain Smollett (voice)
Richard E. Grant
Long John Silver (voice)
Dawn French
Jim Hawkins (voice)
Juliet Stevenson
Jane (voice)
John Hasler
Jim Hawkins (voice)
Robert Powell
Dr. Livesey (voice)
Seasons
Season 1
13 Episodes • Aired 1993-09-10
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
13 Episodes • Aired 1995-04-04
No season overview provided for this season.